Waterfront Toronto's Survey About Quayside - October 2020
Q1 Below are three project goals for Quayside: inclusive, resilient and dynamic. Please let us know the extent to which you support each of the following statements:Inclusive: For too many Torontonians, the city is becoming an unaffordable place to live and increasingly difficult to navigate. It is important for neighbourhoods to be inviting to people of all ages, sex, race, class, income, religion, ethnicity, ability, language, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Answered: 465 Skipped: 4
(no label)
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Strongly disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly agree
STRONGLY DISAGREE NEUTRAL AGREE STRONGLY TOTAL WEIGHTED DISAGREE AGREE AVERAGE (no 3.44% 2.80% 6.45% 21.08% 66.24% label) 16 13 30 98 308 465 4.44
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Q2 Resilient: Resiliency is the ability to respond to, and thrive under, new and ongoing challenges—environmental, social and economic.
Answered: 464 Skipped: 5
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STRONGLY DISAGREE NEUTRAL AGREE STRONGLY TOTAL WEIGHTED DISAGREE AGREE AVERAGE (no 2.59% 0.86% 8.62% 32.76% 55.17% label) 12 4 40 152 256 464 4.37
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Q3 Dynamic: In order to have a successful waterfront, we need to draw people to the water and provide interesting things for them to do and see during all four seasons. A dynamic place is one that is inviting, interesting and lively year-round.
Answered: 463 Skipped: 6
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STRONGLY DISAGREE NEUTRAL AGREE STRONGLY TOTAL WEIGHTED DISAGREE AGREE AVERAGE (no 1.94% 2.59% 7.78% 24.41% 63.28% label) 9 12 36 113 293 463 4.44
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Q4 Which of the following are important to you in an inclusive community? (Please select your top 3 from the list below.)
Answered: 469 Skipped: 0
Affordable housing
Health and wellness (e....
Civic spaces (e.g. commun...
Social services (e....
Parks, plazas and other...
Business and employment...
Proximity between home...
Housing options for...
None of the above
Other (please specify)
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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Affordable housing 56.72% 266
Health and wellness (e.g. primary healthcare, dental, nutrition, etc.) 15.57% 73
Civic spaces (e.g. community centres, libraries, informal gathering spaces etc.) 60.34% 283
Social services (e.g. newcomer services, seniors services, immigrant-serving organizations, etc.) 11.51% 54
Parks, plazas and other public spaces 69.51% 326
Business and employment services (e.g. skills training, entrepreneurial and business supports, employment offices, 9.17% 43 etc.)
Proximity between home, work and daily amenities (i.e. 15-minute neighbourhood) 40.51% 190
Housing options for seniors (i.e. aging-in-place, long-term care, etc.) 19.19% 90
None of the above 0.21% 1
Other (please specify) 9.59% 45 Total Respondents: 469
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# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 Acknowledgement and actions to respect Indigenous 10/24/2020 4:03 AM
2 Flexible, Adaptive, Affordable 10/23/2020 6:36 PM
3 Good Public Transportation (Subway trains especially) 10/23/2020 3:11 PM
4 Art exhibits 10/23/2020 1:42 PM
5 Public Art and other creative / cultural activities 10/22/2020 9:55 AM
6 Parks 10/22/2020 7:46 AM
7 Mix of business - offices, light industrial, boutiques, service shops, restaurants and cafes 10/21/2020 8:43 PM
8 substantial green spaces 10/21/2020 6:52 PM
9 vibrant retail, eateries, etc. 10/21/2020 4:34 PM
10 Non-profit housing options for seniors. However the starting point should be to provide the 10/21/2020 12:49 PM necessary supports so that seniors can truly age in place or perhaps downsize to a smaller home if they no longer want or need multiple bedrooms. Transfer to an institution such as a long-term care home should be seen as absolutely the last resort. As a senior myself I have absolutely no interest in living in a place that is exclusively populated by other seniors.
11 High-order transit with excellent system connectivity 10/21/2020 8:25 AM
12 social housing and minimum amount of narrow car artery roads, minimum car parking, many 10/20/2020 9:20 PM bike parking options, all of car roads with wide protected bike lanes - besides this small amount of narrow car arteries with protected bike lanes - streets only for pedestrians and city services.
13 The water is our birthright and should be Open to all and not overbuilt 10/20/2020 7:53 PM
14 Built in accessibility for people with all types of disabilities, public washrooms, cycling 10/20/2020 5:53 PM infrastructure
15 Simple, affordable, live/work studio space for artists 10/20/2020 12:45 AM
16 Schools of all levels 10/19/2020 8:42 PM
17 Wheelchair access to outdoor spaces 10/19/2020 4:35 PM
18 We need to use our Lake much more efficiently. There are many things we can have in 10/19/2020 9:27 AM waterfront for attraction.
19 Good transit options 10/19/2020 2:01 AM
20 community gardens & micro-food self sufficiency 10/18/2020 11:58 PM
21 Arts/Recreation activities 10/18/2020 1:20 PM
22 Easy access to the water for everyone: swimming, kayaks, paddle boards, etc 10/18/2020 12:46 PM
23 Safe parks without drug users and dangerous homeless 10/17/2020 10:27 PM
24 Entertainment places everyone in the Waterfront can enjoy whether it be movie theatres, 10/16/2020 10:45 PM music venues, little Europe street with restaurants and late night music, pier similar to Santa Monica Pier, etc.
25 Retail/grocery store 10/16/2020 9:57 PM
26 small local businesses 10/16/2020 9:44 PM
27 Transit access 10/16/2020 7:26 PM
28 Google smart city! 10/16/2020 7:16 PM
29 Grass-roots agencies that empower residents to build their community 10/16/2020 12:55 PM
30 In most new developments on Queen's Quay I'm struck by the crappy choice of commercial 10/16/2020 11:51 AM services. Lots of fast food pizza shops spewing greasy exhaust, nail salons, spas and sports bars. Try and find a hardware store, print framing shop or bike shop or private gallery. Are the
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commercial spaces too big? or expensive? Can developers not be encouraged to curate for more useful/interesting/relevant tenants? This is something Waterfront Toronto can and should address. I would tick other boxes but for me civic spaces like community services like close access to schools and libraries and relevant commercial services are vital.
31 No longer building lower density, normalizing medium and high density throughout, looking to 10/16/2020 10:19 AM places like Barcelona and Brooklyn as examples.
32 great architecture and design 10/16/2020 7:06 AM
33 Safety...... e.g. the side walk width should allow for several people to distance themselves 10/15/2020 9:22 PM (as now required in COVID endemic times) and contrary to the north side of Queens Quay new developments that are being built right out to the 2 person wide sidewalks. We must learn from this viral threat!
34 outdoors workout space 10/15/2020 11:18 AM
35 Affordable housing, cultural amenities, friendly public spaces, & Sidewalk Toronto's proposals 10/14/2020 9:52 PM (most of them were great)
36 quiet for current condominium owners and residents to enjoy the neighbourhood 10/14/2020 7:32 PM
37 Will there be spaces for churches? 10/14/2020 4:25 PM
38 all of the above are important 10/14/2020 1:01 PM
39 transport connectivity to other parts of city, suhc as TTC streetcar light rail to Union Station 10/14/2020 12:55 PM
40 Public Art & Creativity 10/13/2020 5:16 PM
41 Communal governance and local democracy 10/13/2020 4:22 PM
42 LRT connecting with other downtown areas 10/13/2020 2:43 PM
43 Arts and Culture - A thriving creative community brings people together 10/13/2020 2:04 PM
44 Maximize natural environments 10/13/2020 12:22 PM
45 recreational amenities. food/entertainment amenities 10/13/2020 12:03 PM
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Q5 Which of the following are important to you in a resilient and sustainable community? (Please select your top 3 from the list below.)
Answered: 469 Skipped: 0
Reducing greenhouse g...
Buildings operated by...
Green spaces and diverse...
Natural stormwater...
Reducing solid waste going ...
None of the above
Other (please specify)
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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions in building construction (e.g. low carbon building materials) 43.71% 205
Buildings operated by clean low-carbon energy sources 52.45% 246
Green spaces and diverse plant life 77.19% 362
Natural stormwater management (e.g. saturation through plants and soils) 53.94% 253
Reducing solid waste going to landfill 43.28% 203
None of the above 1.07% 5
Other (please specify) 13.01% 61
Total Respondents: 469
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# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 Resilient infrastructure to weather the impacts of climate change, esp. so close to the water 10/25/2020 5:44 PM
2 Low-energy building designs (minimizing AC/heating, not building glass greenhouses, etc.) 10/25/2020 11:41 AM
3 Indigenous garden for Indigenous peoples 10/24/2020 4:03 AM
4 Thoughtful planning. Putting soccer fields right behind Cherry beach was a poor location 10/23/2020 11:37 PM choice. There are endless other undeveloped spots in the area that the soccer fields could have went. Now while trying to relax at the beach, you constantly hear soccer players & fans yelling and screaming - making Cheery Beach impossible to relax and take in the natural atmosphere (sound of the water, birds etc.)
5 Net-Zero 10/23/2020 6:36 PM
6 Whatever is best for the environment 10/23/2020 1:42 PM
7 Active transportation infrastructure and affordable 10/22/2020 3:43 PM
8 Solar power of building rooftops 10/22/2020 10:34 AM
9 connected cycling infra and secure lockup options 10/21/2020 10:39 PM
10 All of these are important and need to be accentuated: reduce GHG emissions in building 10/21/2020 9:46 PM construction to net negative, through use of mass timber; reduce solid waste going to landfill AND integrate circular economy elements; buildings designed for a zero-carbon future, not just through efficiency but through shaping the behaviour of residents/visitors/users to eliminate the drivers of consumption; natural stormwater management and green features integrated in every aspect of the built environment, blanketing our buildings and streets in a vibrant network of green infrastructure.
11 Build for adaptive future reuse; high-quality infrastructure with long lifespan 10/21/2020 6:06 PM
12 One of the best ways to reduce solid waste at the consumer level is to implement a deposit- 10/21/2020 12:49 PM return system on as many containers as possible. Other jurisdictions are far more advanced in this regard than Ontario. The beer store claims it recaptures well over 90% of its cotainers, cardboard, caps and plastics through its reuse and deposit-return system. Waterfront Toronto should take a leadership role in advocating for such a system perhaps by proposing a pilot project. Also Waterfront Toronto could prevail on retailers to use only the types of packaging that Toronto's recycling system can accept. For example no black plastics, no stand up produce bags etc.
13 Less construction, more repurposing of bldgs & retrofitting. 10/21/2020 12:29 PM
14 Affordable housing and the elimination of homelessness 10/21/2020 10:48 AM
15 The ability to charge electric vehicles 10/21/2020 8:48 AM
16 High-order transit using electrically powered vehicles 10/21/2020 8:25 AM
17 eco-restoration, promotion of biodiversity by creating extensive high-quality natural areas & 10/21/2020 12:23 AM wildlife (including pollinator) habitat with native vegetation
18 It's work, housing, health, and social services as listed in Q4 plus a sustainable built 10/20/2020 11:47 PM environment. Resilience is social, economic, and environmental but your options focus on sustainable only
19 no car parking in the buildings - andwith that massive co2 savings. 10/20/2020 9:20 PM
20 If you must build then apply a climate lens to ensure lowest carbon footprint. IE use local 10/20/2020 7:53 PM building materials. Don’t bring in wood from thousands of km away, that is not sustainable. Also we need to protect our boreal and intact forests
21 Addressing energy poverty (making sure utility bills aren't too high) 10/20/2020 6:35 PM
22 More green businesses 10/19/2020 9:30 PM
23 Access to Low-Carbon Energy Sources for Vehicles 10/19/2020 8:42 PM
24 Full building life cycle analysis for sustainability in line with UN climate goals and a broad 10/19/2020 4:27 PM response with attention to: embodied carbon, recycled materials, longevity of materials and
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buildings products, locally sourced materials, thermal insulation, biodiversity, stormwater management, on site energy production, on site food production, end of trip facilities, bicycle infrastructure, affordable and high quality public transit
25 Social housing 10/19/2020 12:28 PM
26 community garden spaces 10/18/2020 11:58 PM
27 Energy options to promote low carbon transit (ie. charging stations, transit prominent, bike 10/18/2020 6:00 PM lanes, sidewalks)
28 Car free spaced 10/18/2020 1:56 PM
29 Diversity of tenure types and public ownership of infrastructure and land. 10/17/2020 10:45 PM
30 To me, the word "resilient" means what the World Bank means by it, what the Rockefeller 10/17/2020 7:17 PM Foundation means by it: privatization, private financing, with limited and dis-empowering public consultations like this tacked on.
31 Public housing 10/17/2020 7:02 PM
32 Active transportation 10/17/2020 10:39 AM
33 Live / work buildings retail / residential / commercial 10/16/2020 9:57 PM
34 Low to med rise buildings. Stop cluttering our waterfront with cheap condos competing to be 10/16/2020 7:38 PM the tallest
35 Innovative solution like google project 10/16/2020 7:16 PM
36 Reduced reliance on personal vehicles: public transit, cycling & pedestrian oriented 10/16/2020 7:06 PM neighbourhoods. (Walkable)
37 Density of population/foottrack 10/16/2020 5:53 PM
38 Links to broader communities for critical mass to achieve carbon positivity 10/16/2020 12:55 PM
39 In some ways this is a dumb question. Patently all are important. It's a "Sophie's Choice" kind 10/16/2020 11:51 AM of question!
40 Affordable quality housing is part of resiliency 10/16/2020 11:20 AM
41 Priority given to non-car transportation, such as walking, biking, and public transit, to help 10/16/2020 10:19 AM shape decisions people make.
42 we need more parkland downtown, quayside would be a great place for this, we have enough 10/15/2020 3:36 PM condo buildings already
43 no buildings, only parks and plants 10/15/2020 11:18 AM
44 Carbon-positive community, storm protection (from lake), and Sidewalk Toronto's proposals 10/14/2020 9:52 PM (most of them were awesome!)
45 District energy leveraging community energy profiles and waste heat 10/14/2020 4:25 PM
46 Resiliency to be is the ability for the people to sustain and survive in the space... 10/14/2020 3:28 PM
47 Strong active living network - cycling, transit, walking - cars have a minor focus 10/14/2020 2:12 PM
48 all are important 10/14/2020 1:01 PM
49 Mimimize space dedicated to private automobiles 10/14/2020 7:24 AM
50 Low cost maintenance, Adaptable spaces, Digital Equity 10/13/2020 9:49 PM
51 Leave it alone and stop trying to mess with nature 10/13/2020 9:44 PM
52 Many spaces for small businesses and both big and small development parcels 10/13/2020 9:43 PM
53 Access 10/13/2020 6:24 PM
54 Looking into Canadian wood/timber industries in buildings 10/13/2020 5:16 PM
55 Define "important" - necessary? sufficient? exclusive? 10/13/2020 4:22 PM
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56 Proper operational funding to last for decades. 10/13/2020 2:35 PM
57 Passive-House Building Standards, Meaningful Density of Housing 10/13/2020 2:11 PM
58 Built to last. 10/13/2020 1:38 PM
59 Keeping unobstructed view of the water, avoiding kiosks, food trucks, dense bushes. 10/13/2020 12:49 PM
60 reducing financial burden on taxpayers 10/13/2020 12:03 PM
61 Mark places for all levels and kinds of trade and business. Which includes spaces for crafts 10/13/2020 11:58 AM people that are affordable and flexible in duration, allowing for anyone to participate in market fairs
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Q6 Which of the following are important to you in a dynamic and mixed- use community? (Please select your top 3 from the list below.)
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Cultural destinations (e.g. art galleries, museums, event spaces, etc.) 44.56% 209
Retail and other services 29.00% 136
Multi-use physical spaces (e.g. walls move to adapt to changing needs within physical space) 14.93% 70
High-quality active transportation routes (e.g. cycling, skateboarding, walking) 50.11% 235
Public transit access 63.11% 296
Walkable neighbourhoods 74.63% 350
Employment spaces (e.g. offices, temporary workspaces, shared maker facilities, etc.) 11.30% 53
None of the above 0.00% 0
Other (please specify) 7.46% 35
Total Respondents: 469
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# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 For sure NOT skateboarding 10/24/2020 5:15 PM
2 Input from grassroots Natives through Community Consultations 10/24/2020 4:03 AM
3 Water taxis 10/21/2020 9:39 PM
4 Narrow pavement widths for automobiles to discourage them and slow them down. Other 10/21/2020 12:49 PM measures to discourage through traffic such as exists on King Street West.
5 Affordable housing and elimination of homelessness 10/21/2020 10:48 AM
6 art collective retail space that host can host events and a coop grocery 10/21/2020 10:44 AM
7 Employment spaces are described above, including retail and other services. 10/21/2020 8:25 AM
8 attractions that can't be found (or created) in other communities, or in other areas of this city 10/21/2020 12:23 AM e.g. natural waterfront spaces, "eco-tourism," low-impact guided exploration of natural wetland & shoreline features
9 Low density, maximum park space, no cars at all 10/20/2020 8:21 PM
10 Universal Design 10/20/2020 5:53 PM
11 no individual item is more important, rather what is most important is the mix of uses achieved 10/19/2020 4:27 PM at a fine enough grain to provide a variety of retail tenancies, housing, workplaces and cultural institutions at a variety of price points including accessible price points and a fine grain of well planned and designed walking, cycling, and public transportation--no element can be separated from the other, a fine grain blend of them all that is well connected is what is key.
12 Accessible pathways 10/19/2020 3:42 PM
13 Music venue 10/19/2020 1:59 PM
14 The latest trend on Front Street is that cannabis related businesses are replacing small 10/19/2020 10:38 AM business that did not survive. There should be a BIA control to ensure a healthy balance of businesses based on the need of people in the area.
15 Pilot Project for Community Compliance Officers We have a unique opportunity in creating the 10/19/2020 9:52 AM new Request for Proposal (RFP) for Quayside to challenge Development Partners to create and support a Pilot Project that delivers a better way to monitor and enforce safety and quality of life standards from the very inception of this new community. The results of this Pilot Project will not only benefit the Quayside and surrounding Waterfront area but can serve as a template for other communities across Toronto. While the Quayside revised goals are outlined as Inclusive, Resilient and Dynamic, residents of East Waterfront Community Association (EWCA) have concerns that "liveability" for Residents in the area isn't sufficiently being prioritized and protected. We understand that area businesses need to draw visitors "to enjoy the water and interesting things for them to do and see during all four seasons". But the concept of Dynamic as a goal needs to be further refined to take more proactive responsibility for the impact of drawing large numbers of visitors into the area and ensuring the liveability for Residents is not compromised. Residents are crucial to the success of this new community and retaining them through the full life-cycle must be built into the very design of the community. This challenge must be shared by the Development Partners. Much like the Percent for Public Art Program and Community Infrastructure Programs, the Developers would be required to create and fund a program that will protect liveability of the area for Residents. Over the past year, many civic leaders have grappled with the challenges of a Police force showing the strains under increasing pressure to be all things to all people. The calls to "defund the Police" highlight the need to create new ways to monitor and enforce in a manner that better meets the needs of neighbourhoods and protects quality of life standards for residents. Living in the Waterfront area, Residents are already facing the negative side effects of having large number of daily visitors drawn to the area, including "stunt driving" along Lakeshore, illegal AirBnB party suites, gun violence, all-night crowded events on the beach, unlicensed late-night fireworks, and unrestrained littering, human feces and needles. Residents, at all stages of their life-cycle, need a home that is safe and gives them comfort. The Quayside community can explore the creation of a Pilot Project for Community Compliance Officers - a highly trained group of community ambassadors that will patrol the area, have priority access to backup resources from Police or EMS as the situation requires, enforce safety rules, write tickets for non-violent infractions, and encourage compliance of
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quality of life standards that contribute to a liveable neighbourhood. These compliance officers would straddle the roles of a Security Guard, Police Officer and a friendly "Neighbourhood Watch" Volunteer. The results of this Pilot Project for Community Compliance Officers in Quayside could feed into the larger conversations across Toronto as communities grapple with accessible and neighbourhood policing.
16 CULTURAL DESTINATIONS & Great Restaurants & Beautiful patios 10/18/2020 9:42 PM
17 Fun things to do (i.e. Ferris wheel or zipline) 10/18/2020 1:20 PM
18 dynamic means consideration for citizen and community engagement and spaces that support 10/18/2020 11:39 AM community organizational development and engagement... we don't need more entertainment or shopping... we need engagement, connection and opportunities for citizen voices and involvement in all parts of community life and neighbourhoods... this survey tends to imply passive or individualizing responses rather than highlight the need for more communitarian thinking and involvement... step it up please... we need so much more of this in any post-covid world to deal with the complexity of issues from generations of neglect and inequality.
19 Washrooms 10/18/2020 11:04 AM
20 Lake accesd 10/18/2020 8:54 AM
21 Safety 10/17/2020 10:27 PM
22 public outdoor spaces (parks, trails, washroom facilities, etc.) 10/16/2020 7:13 PM
23 civic institutions 10/16/2020 2:20 PM
24 outstanding architecture 10/16/2020 7:06 AM
25 parkland 10/15/2020 3:36 PM
26 These goals are fine for all neighbourhoods. But this site on the edge of the lake requires a 10/15/2020 2:56 PM special iconic building or museum as part of its dynamic mix.
27 park, outdoors workout, beach/fountain, playgorund 10/15/2020 11:18 AM
28 range of retail that caters to mixed income levels 10/15/2020 10:04 AM
29 Timber buildings, beautiful design (Sidewalk's architectural and landscape design was amazing 10/14/2020 9:52 PM and beautiful! Perhaps it should be replicated and the same design firms should be hired)
30 quiet so current condominium owners and residents can have quiet enjoyment of their homes 10/14/2020 7:32 PM and the neighbourhood
31 Safety: manage human feces, needles, crime from AirBnB parties, and stunt driving 10/14/2020 3:48 PM
32 all are important 10/14/2020 1:01 PM
33 housing 10/14/2020 12:55 PM
34 Multiculturalism in Fine Dining/restaurant options 10/13/2020 5:16 PM
35 Play spaces in natural environments not man made structures 10/13/2020 12:00 PM
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Q7 What other amenities would you like to see at Quayside? (Please select all that apply.)
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Family-focused 47.55%47.55% activities a...
Safe public 61.41%61.41% spaces
Leisure and 70.58%70.58% solitude spa...
Access to the 78.68%78.68% lake
Education/lifel 20.90%20.90% ong learning...
Safe cycling 60.98%60.98% routes
A variety of 66.10%66.10% food and...
Sports and 33.05%33.05% recreational...
None of the 0.64%0.64% above
Other (please 10.45%10.45%10.45% specify)
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Family-focused activities and support (e.g. childcare, eldercare, playgrounds, programming for all ages, etc.) 47.55% 223
Safe public spaces 61.41% 288
Leisure and solitude spaces (e.g. meandering, people-watching, socializing, etc.) 70.58% 331
Access to the lake 78.68% 369
Education/lifelong learning opportunities 20.90% 98
Safe cycling routes 60.98% 286
A variety of food and beverage options (e.g. bars, restaurants, cafes, etc.) 66.10% 310
Sports and recreational facilities 33.05% 155
None of the above 0.64% 3
Other (please specify) 10.45% 49 Total Respondents: 469
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# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 How about some schools too? Children live here. 10/25/2020 3:47 PM
2 heritage storytelling and connectivity to the rest of the city (both narrative and physical) 10/25/2020 1:52 PM
3 tall timber! good design + economic opportunity is too significant 10/24/2020 9:24 PM
4 Aww 10/24/2020 9:11 PM
5 Indigenous artwork 10/24/2020 4:03 AM
6 Some good space for restaurants/coffee shop, overlooking the lake and relax 10/23/2020 12:15 PM
7 Free and green ( park-like) access to water 10/22/2020 4:40 PM
8 Leisure and solitude spaces are provided in the adjacent Villiers Island — let that be for that, 10/21/2020 9:46 PM but make a strong physical connection with Quayside across Keating Channel;
9 Water taxis 10/21/2020 9:39 PM
10 Creative outcomes that are not a least common denominator among vocal groups. 10/21/2020 4:34 PM
11 A dynamic neighbourhood also invites people in from outside, needs amenities that are 10/21/2020 3:43 PM destinations (retail/food/entertainment/event)
12 Lake access is a given,. Safe cycling routes need to be part of a larger system given the short 10/21/2020 12:49 PM distances within Quayside. Main focus should be on truly affordable housing wherein at least half the housing is within reach of the lower half of the Toronto population. At least 10% for the lowest 10%, 20% for the lowest 20% etc. We should be prepared to phase development at a pace that these goals can be accomplished as funding becomes available. There should be no rush if all we end up with is a mainly high end community.
13 More nature & native plants - an expanse to truly relax & forest bathe in - to balance the 10/21/2020 12:29 PM density of bldgs nearby.
14 cafe and restaurants with patios and conversion options for post pandemic 10/21/2020 10:44 AM
15 opportunities to connect with Indigenous history of this part of Lake Ontario, develop 10/21/2020 12:23 AM appreciation for ways in which lake shaped Indigenous cultures; plant-based foods to mitigate climate crisis
16 safe, high quality, affordable housing has to be the number one priority 10/20/2020 7:18 PM
17 music (fine example is the Music Garden) 10/20/2020 6:56 PM
18 Food and beverage options that are not international chains. Local businesses. Also why is it 10/20/2020 6:35 PM called "safe public spaces"? It feels like it is potentially making the point that some public spaces are "unsafe". Safe for who?
19 You are focusing on Quayside but people being able to live near where they work canot be 10/20/2020 12:51 PM satisfied by Quayside because of where it is.
20 Music venue, outdoor stage, free wall/graffiti wall 10/19/2020 1:59 PM
21 Green/natural spaces 10/19/2020 1:25 PM
22 Outdoor space - as much as possible. At the same time controls must be in place to ensure 10/19/2020 10:38 AM that people do not use public spaces for living, loitering. Two men were living at Sugar Beach this year, brilliant public space was turned into shelter. It did not stop people from using the space as we have limited options, although for the social health it shall not be acceptable that people sleep at night at these public spaces, especially long term.
23 Pilot Project for Community Compliance Officers We have a unique opportunity in creating the 10/19/2020 9:52 AM new Request for Proposal (RFP) for Quayside to challenge Development Partners to create and support a Pilot Project that delivers a better way to monitor and enforce safety and quality of life standards from the very inception of this new community. The results of this Pilot Project will not only benefit the Quayside and surrounding Waterfront area but can serve as a template for other communities across Toronto. While the Quayside revised goals are outlined as Inclusive, Resilient and Dynamic, residents of East Waterfront Community Association (EWCA) have concerns that "liveability" for Residents in the area isn't sufficiently being
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prioritized and protected. We understand that area businesses need to draw visitors "to enjoy the water and interesting things for them to do and see during all four seasons". But the concept of Dynamic as a goal needs to be further refined to take more proactive responsibility for the impact of drawing large numbers of visitors into the area and ensuring the liveability for Residents is not compromised. Residents are crucial to the success of this new community and retaining them through the full life-cycle must be built into the very design of the community. This challenge must be shared by the Development Partners. Much like the Percent for Public Art Program and Community Infrastructure Programs, the Developers would be required to create and fund a program that will protect liveability of the area for Residents. Over the past year, many civic leaders have grappled with the challenges of a Police force showing the strains under increasing pressure to be all things to all people. The calls to "defund the Police" highlight the need to create new ways to monitor and enforce in a manner that better meets the needs of neighbourhoods and protects quality of life standards for residents. Living in the Waterfront area, Residents are already facing the negative side effects of having large number of daily visitors drawn to the area, including "stunt driving" along Lakeshore, illegal AirBnB party suites, gun violence, all-night crowded events on the beach, unlicensed late-night fireworks, and unrestrained littering, human feces and needles. Residents, at all stages of their life-cycle, need a home that is safe and gives them comfort. The Quayside community can explore the creation of a Pilot Project for Community Compliance Officers - a highly trained group of community ambassadors that will patrol the area, have priority access to backup resources from Police or EMS as the situation requires, enforce safety rules, write tickets for non-violent infractions, and encourage compliance of quality of life standards that contribute to a liveable neighbourhood. These compliance officers would straddle the roles of a Security Guard, Police Officer and a friendly "Neighbourhood Watch" Volunteer. The results of this Pilot Project for Community Compliance Officers in Quayside could feed into the larger conversations across Toronto as communities grapple with accessible and neighbourhood policing.
24 community gardens 10/18/2020 11:58 PM
25 Transit (water) to access other locations (Toronto Island, Billy Bishop airport, West end, etc.) 10/18/2020 6:00 PM
26 Car free spaces 10/18/2020 1:56 PM
27 World class Tourist attractions 10/18/2020 1:20 PM
28 The term "amenities" needs to be interrogated. It's typical use is for condos and the trappings 10/18/2020 11:39 AM of bougie life. Utterly classist. You need to reinvigorate your thinking about community engagement, fuller inclusivity in community.
29 Resources for houseless torontonians 10/18/2020 11:26 AM
30 Public art immersed in the natural environment 10/18/2020 9:22 AM
31 Library 10/17/2020 7:02 PM
32 Fitness Parks Outdoor Gyms 10/17/2020 3:22 PM
33 Human scale (non-monumental) spaces and building relationships 10/17/2020 11:55 AM
34 Restaurants, retail and bars surrounding the Quayside waterfront U shaped area, filled with 10/16/2020 10:45 PM outdoor patios, green spaces, and a lively pedestrian destination right on the Waterfront. Can be enjoyed during all seasons, day and night.
35 Cultural gathering places 10/16/2020 9:57 PM
36 Community tool library/repair hub 10/16/2020 9:52 PM
37 a small canadian hardware store!!! no big box please. 10/15/2020 9:22 PM
38 parkland 10/15/2020 3:36 PM
39 Cultural amenities. 10/15/2020 2:56 PM
40 Street cafes, active water uses (dining on the lake, wavedecks like on Queens Quay), 10/14/2020 9:52 PM beautiful design (Sidewalk proposal was designed by Heatherwick and Snohetta), compact buildings, public docks for boating and swimming, adaptive public spaces (markets/concerts/events/art exhibits), flexible streets (and pavers), beautiful lighting, connection to Port Lands and the Villiers Island Park, affordable housing, office uses
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41 Public Kayak/paddle board lockers 10/14/2020 8:38 PM
42 quiet so current condominium owners and residents can have quiet enjoyment of their homes 10/14/2020 7:32 PM and the neighbourhood
43 Car-free primary frontage 10/14/2020 3:58 PM
44 Canoeing/kayaking 10/14/2020 9:06 AM
45 Schools and a vibrant main street 10/13/2020 9:43 PM
46 Incorporate keating channel as a city landmark with bars, restaurant clubs, neon lights etc. 10/13/2020 5:16 PM
47 "safe" ? are you just front-loading surveillance here? Come on... 10/13/2020 4:22 PM
48 East Bayfront LRT 10/13/2020 2:11 PM
49 Tourist Attractions, Arts facilities, Public Art, 10/13/2020 2:04 PM
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Q8 During the COVID-19 pandemic, what have you prioritized? (Please select all that apply.)
Answered: 469 Skipped: 0
Connecting 46.48%46.48% with friends...
Spending time 80.17%80.17% outdoors in...
Recreational & 48.61%48.61% sporting...
Buying 61.19%61.19% groceries an...
Childcare 13.43%13.43%13.43% and/or elder...
Health and 50.53%50.53% wellness (e....
Employment, 23.45%23.45% education...
Taking care of 28.14%28.14% relatives/fr...
Housing 23.67%23.67%
None of the 1.07%1.07%1.07% above
Other (please 6.40%6.40% specify)
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Connecting with friends and/or family 46.48% 218
Spending time outdoors in green space (e.g. parks, trails, gardens, etc.) 80.17% 376
Recreational & sporting activity (e.g. biking, running, walking, basketball, rollerblading) 48.61% 228
Buying groceries and other necessities 61.19% 287
Childcare and/or elder care 13.43% 63
Health and wellness (e.g. primary healthcare, fitness, mental health, etc.) 50.53% 237
Employment, education and/or skills training 23.45% 110
Taking care of relatives/friends/neighbours 28.14% 132
Housing 23.67% 111
None of the above 1.07% 5
Other (please specify) 6.40% 30 Total Respondents: 469
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# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 Chilling, looking for work 10/23/2020 1:42 PM
2 working in essential services 10/21/2020 10:39 PM
3 work 10/21/2020 4:34 PM
4 social justice and donating to important causes 10/21/2020 10:48 AM
5 finding ways to navigate through my day without intruding on others' "safe 2 metres"; being 10/21/2020 12:23 AM sensitive to ways in which i could put others at risk
6 not spreading COVID-19 has been my top priority, actually 10/20/2020 7:18 PM
7 Not transmitting the virus. 10/20/2020 6:06 AM
8 shopping locally 10/19/2020 3:48 PM
9 Housing is an issue. Apartments are small 10/19/2020 1:59 PM
10 being able to work and play within my own neighbourhood; having access to essentials like 10/19/2020 1:04 PM grocery, pharmacies, public transit, etc. within an accessible distance
11 It was nice to see how people used public spaces for gatherings at safe distance. What was 10/19/2020 10:38 AM lacking is culture - concerts of local artists could be organized following social distancing at phase 2. Patios, picnic tables, etc added for phase 2 should stay for future use - to add vibe to the community, when people spend time outdoors during the warm season. Local performers could give more concerts to elevate people’s spirit and to introduce children to culture.
12 community gardens 10/18/2020 11:58 PM
13 Optimizing new leisure time (less sports, more personal betterment time doing other things) 10/18/2020 6:00 PM
14 Critical thinking and reflection for action. Carefully observing how billionaires and the powerful 10/18/2020 11:39 AM elites are using this pandemic to their own profit and attempting actions to increase their power and wealth. There needs to be and will be a reckoning with all this in order for the planet to survive. Significant, major and profound change must occur to challenge the received wisdom of the standing order of things.
15 That's it. Housing. Nothing else matters, not even buying pepper or having an Internet 10/17/2020 7:17 PM connection. I'm concerned that questions like these are in the survey if they don't already understand citizen's most basic needs.
16 Feeling safe in my home 10/16/2020 9:57 PM
17 Supporting struggling community members. 10/16/2020 7:06 PM
18 Not relevant unless you believe the pandemic will be ongoing when construciton is complete. 10/16/2020 11:34 AM Lets hope not!
19 fun 10/16/2020 7:06 AM
20 #1 escape constant construction noise(day & night) 10/15/2020 10:40 PM
21 golfing, being outdoors but not in a crowd 10/15/2020 9:22 PM
22 Cultural and learning opportunities online. 10/15/2020 2:56 PM
23 Staying out of town 10/15/2020 9:15 AM
24 Courtesy: the sheer volume of people that come down here from other neighbourhoods make it 10/14/2020 3:48 PM difficult for those that live here to enjoy outdoors safely
25 Managing personal finances 10/14/2020 2:28 PM
26 My garden 10/13/2020 9:49 PM
27 Working 10/13/2020 9:43 PM
28 Making time to draw and paint 10/13/2020 5:16 PM
29 trying to follow public health and scientific advice... 10/13/2020 4:22 PM
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30 Arts activities - Film, Dance, Visual arts, Music 10/13/2020 2:04 PM
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Q9 Did you prioritize these same activities in Question 8 before the COVID-19 pandemic?
Answered: 468 Skipped: 1
All
Some
None
Other (please specify)
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
All 29.91% 140
Some 66.67% 312
None 2.56% 12
Other (please specify) 0.85% 4
TOTAL 468
# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 Yes we 10/23/2020 1:42 PM
2 Travel, employment, spending time outdoors 10/21/2020 12:49 PM
3 Not relevant 10/16/2020 11:34 AM
4 Used to spend time with family, friends, going to restaurants, working in an art studio, enjoying 10/15/2020 9:15 AM city life.
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Q10 During the COVID-19 pandemic, what is the best way to engage and share project information? (Please select all that apply.)
Answered: 468 Skipped: 1
Online 22.01%22.01% advertising
Newspaper/TV/Ra 17.74%17.74%17.74% dio advertising
Video 43.80%43.80% presentations
Websites and 67.74%67.74% web-based...
Digital 44.44%44.44% newsletters
Online surveys 49.79%49.79%
Online 48.29%48.29% community...
Virtual open 45.73%45.73% houses/Town...
None of the 1.50%1.50%1.50% above
Other (please 6.84%6.84% specify)
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Online advertising 22.01% 103
Newspaper/TV/Radio advertising 17.74% 83
Video presentations 43.80% 205
Websites and web-based versions of other information sources 67.74% 317
Digital newsletters 44.44% 208
Online surveys 49.79% 233
Online community information/Feedback session 48.29% 226
Virtual open houses/Town halls 45.73% 214
None of the above 1.50% 7
Other (please specify) 6.84% 32 Total Respondents: 468
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# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 Virtual meetings, e.g. Zoom, Microsoft Teams 10/23/2020 6:36 PM
2 Twitter 10/22/2020 1:10 PM
3 Physically distancing at site walking tour/town hall meetings 10/22/2020 7:20 AM
4 Social media 10/21/2020 8:50 PM
5 Wait until physical public meetings can resume before making major decisions. 10/21/2020 12:49 PM
6 social media outlets 10/21/2020 11:14 AM
7 I have access to connectivity, but not all people do. I therefore propose working with things 10/21/2020 10:48 AM such as ethnic newspapers, local racialized businesses and/or libraries to ensure everyone has access to information and can participate via paper surveys for example.
8 printed posters in public areas 10/21/2020 10:44 AM
9 Email 10/21/2020 8:25 AM
10 I've participated in several community consultations (re development proposals) & was pleased 10/21/2020 12:23 AM with my experience. I only wish that the City could devise a more user-friendly format for the presentation of application materials.
11 Twitter 10/20/2020 9:20 PM
12 Physical mail-outs to people like you get for some city notices. Also specific attention to make 10/20/2020 6:35 PM sure there is diverse community consultations (Black, Indigenous, low-income)
13 Social 10/19/2020 7:23 PM
14 Though zoom fatigue is growing, holding virtual spaces where people can discuss issues is 10/19/2020 1:04 PM important and more engaging than reading weekly newsletters. Ensuring that these virtual spaces are facilitated by someone who is knowledge in facilitation and that it is held within a time of day that is accessible to most folks.
15 There is an opportunity for improvement of communication: Dogital displays on the TYC stops 10/19/2020 10:38 AM could show community announcements, e.g. Sugar Beach Park is open, 70% full, Sherbourne common open 10% capacity, Virtual Town Hall on day, Classical music performance on green lawn near Distillery, new hours of St Lawrence market, etc
16 Social Media 10/18/2020 1:20 PM
17 Outdoor in person consultation 10/18/2020 1:17 PM
18 Engagement with community members where there is the ability to have meaningful dialogues 10/17/2020 10:45 PM and where there is the ability to affect final outcomes.
19 Online surveys like these seems very strange to me. They do not allow me to disagree with 10/17/2020 7:17 PM the premise of your questions, for example, which is the opposite of stakeholder consulting.
20 Flyers to my home 10/16/2020 9:57 PM
21 social media 10/16/2020 9:44 PM
22 Sharing information in physical formats in community spaces (grocery stores, bulletin boards, 10/16/2020 7:13 PM etc.), partnering with local or community groups to determine the best format or methods to reach people who may not have internet access
23 Social media and partnership with existing groups in community ie use their network to share 10/16/2020 5:53 PM joint messages
24 Social Media Engagement 10/16/2020 11:42 AM
25 Social media 10/16/2020 10:19 AM
26 social media, e.g. Facebook 10/15/2020 6:29 PM
27 informational signage/booths along bike/running trails that have seen greater usage during 10/15/2020 10:04 AM pandemic
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28 data visualizations 10/14/2020 12:23 PM
29 Roundtable discussions for community feedback on zoom 10/13/2020 5:16 PM
30 Structured workshop sessions with a clearly defined place in the methodology I am sure you 10/13/2020 4:22 PM have though out around public engagement, so that reporting can be transparent and that participation is meaningful. Obviously for communications, multi-modality is going to be your friend, so just do as much as you can.
31 Surveys aren't good enough, people value freedom of personal thought and I think allowing 10/13/2020 2:04 PM people to write paragraphs would be more useful
32 Snail mail 10/13/2020 12:44 PM
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Q11 During the COVID-19 pandemic, what do you miss the most when it comes to public spaces?
Answered: 436 Skipped: 33
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# RESPONSES DATE 1 I’m using them all the time, but there isn’t enough public space. The east queens quay is 10/25/2020 11:34 PM totally cut off from the lake. I cycle the Martin Goodman trail and I can’t even see the lake. It’s just condos blocking the view. It’s not good at all.
2 washroom access 10/25/2020 11:07 PM
3 Events as social distancing has prevented holding of large gatherings in parks and public 10/25/2020 8:34 PM spaces.
4 Sense of community (e.g. going to busy restaurants, concerts, etc.)) 10/25/2020 5:44 PM
5 Gathering in them without worrying about public health measures needed to be safe. 10/25/2020 4:55 PM
6 Connecting with other people is close contact. 10/25/2020 3:47 PM
7 the variety and accessibility. The only public spaces accessible now are all the same type of 10/25/2020 1:52 PM grassy patch of park. Even these spaces are becoming less accessible as the weather gets colder - it's getting hard to spend any significant chunk of time outdoors.
8 Feeling like I have safe distances between myself and strangers. Others don’t seem to respect 10/25/2020 1:39 PM safe distances and wonder without awareness of others. Lack of proper mask wearing practices.
9 we don't have enough public spaces- we can't get together socially easily- We don't have 10/25/2020 12:05 PM enough seating spaces where we can physically distance.
10 Water fountains (the drinking kind) 10/25/2020 11:41 AM
11 Socialize with friends 10/25/2020 11:37 AM
12 Spontaneity 10/25/2020 11:18 AM
13 Ability to socialise in a space that shelters from the elements/weather 10/25/2020 11:13 AM
14 Meeting new people 10/25/2020 10:19 AM
15 Close contact 10/25/2020 10:05 AM
16 Being inside to do fun things. Currently parks are great but sitting around only goes so far. 10/25/2020 9:29 AM
17 Social gatherings and the associated neighbourhood vibe 10/25/2020 8:44 AM
18 dining out 10/25/2020 8:41 AM
19 socializing in large groups 10/24/2020 9:24 PM
20 Not worrying about being too close to others or using public equipment. 10/24/2020 9:11 PM
21 People hanging out comfortably 10/24/2020 7:34 PM
22 Interacting indoors 10/24/2020 7:20 PM
23 Feeling safe in the presence of other people. 10/24/2020 5:51 PM
24 N/a 10/24/2020 5:49 PM
25 Feeling comfortable around other people 10/24/2020 5:00 PM
26 Socializing, eating and drinking 10/24/2020 2:41 PM
27 Social areas 10/24/2020 2:28 PM
28 Not wearing a mask and socializing without worry 10/24/2020 10:20 AM
29 Feeling safe 10/24/2020 8:46 AM
30 Bathrooms 10/24/2020 8:44 AM
31 Events happening, things being open generally 10/24/2020 7:38 AM
32 Being able to enjoy them with family and friends 10/24/2020 7:04 AM
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33 N/A 10/24/2020 4:03 AM
34 Feeling a sense of social trust. I can technically use a lot of public spaces, but I can't 10/24/2020 12:22 AM unfortunately trust others' behaviour in them, and that changes the tenor of my use there. I have no idea how one designs for this, unfortunately, sorry. Something a little more design- oriented: green space. Trees, plants, just being with them.
35 Going out and socializing with friends 10/23/2020 11:37 PM
36 playground equipment 10/23/2020 8:46 PM
37 Fully open amenities. 10/23/2020 7:57 PM
38 Organic interactions/being able to see people's faces, accessing public services (library, etc.) 10/23/2020 6:53 PM
39 Freedom, Availability (e.g. parks were/are closed) 10/23/2020 6:36 PM
40 Being able to gather in a park that's not crowed 10/23/2020 5:04 PM
41 Sports, concerts, dining in restaurants 10/23/2020 4:12 PM
42 Music, concerts. 10/23/2020 3:17 PM
43 access to culture (art, music, cinema, theatre) 10/23/2020 3:11 PM
44 People 10/23/2020 2:37 PM
45 Sporting events 10/23/2020 2:14 PM
46 Personal Space 10/23/2020 2:13 PM
47 Ability to use them due to overcrowding and possible surface contamination 10/23/2020 1:46 PM
48 Why do you assume we can't be in public spaces? That's not a part of the restrictions. 10/23/2020 1:42 PM
49 cultural and community events 10/23/2020 1:20 PM
50 Events like craft fairs and cultural events 10/23/2020 1:01 PM
51 gathering with people 10/23/2020 12:59 PM
52 Public gathering/Raptor games on the streets 10/23/2020 12:15 PM
53 Community gatherings 10/23/2020 10:34 AM
54 Sense of community 10/23/2020 10:31 AM
55 engaging with neighbours 10/23/2020 8:46 AM
56 Farmers markets 10/23/2020 5:21 AM
57 Freedom to roam without restrictions 10/23/2020 1:06 AM
58 Walking around, shopping and eating at a Waterfront restaurant 10/22/2020 11:21 PM
59 Human interaction 10/22/2020 11:10 PM
60 Access to restaurants. Lack of access to bathrooms. Worrying about touching infected 10/22/2020 10:11 PM surfaces like sitting on a park bench. Watching games like soccer, baseball. Public skating, public swimming.
61 Attending live music events and attending my neighbourhood pub. 10/22/2020 8:34 PM
62 Being able to walk in busy areas 10/22/2020 7:22 PM
63 Recreation & arts 10/22/2020 6:39 PM
64 Depends on a space. Would prefer less tension while shopping for necessities, enjoy parks 10/22/2020 4:40 PM and ravines even more than ever
65 Safe parks. 10/22/2020 4:24 PM
66 Being able to grab a coffee and seat on a bench 10/22/2020 3:43 PM
67 Not trying to avoid other people 10/22/2020 3:40 PM
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68 Touching handrails w/o thinking of washing my hands. 10/22/2020 3:29 PM
69 Sitting, resting, staying in place to people watch for extended periods of time 10/22/2020 3:22 PM
70 getting together with new people. 10/22/2020 1:10 PM
71 Street Festivals (Salsa on St. Clair, Jazz festival, etc.) 10/22/2020 1:07 PM
72 NA 10/22/2020 1:06 PM
73 operation of safe programming for community members 10/22/2020 11:56 AM
74 having them be uncrowded, space to walk/cycle/safely distance from other people 10/22/2020 11:35 AM
75 Enjoying naturally crowded events 10/22/2020 11:23 AM
76 Outdoor socializing 10/22/2020 11:04 AM
77 Concerts, festivals - PEOPLE! :) 10/22/2020 9:55 AM
78 events, festivals, taking transit, talking to strangers 10/22/2020 9:54 AM
79 Nature 10/22/2020 9:00 AM
80 Eating out 10/22/2020 8:58 AM
81 picnics 10/22/2020 8:58 AM
82 Public events! Festivals, markets, concerts, etc 10/22/2020 8:10 AM
83 Food and drink opfions 10/22/2020 7:44 AM
84 Cafes and breakfast restaurants 10/22/2020 7:39 AM
85 Complete access 10/22/2020 7:20 AM
86 Concerts 10/22/2020 1:16 AM
87 Feeling of safery 10/22/2020 12:41 AM
88 We have not been going anywhere outside of walking distance of our home, miss exploring 10/22/2020 12:05 AM new places which we could access via public transport. Feel public transport too risky right now
89 Use without fear of overcrowding 10/21/2020 11:13 PM
90 Being able to use them! I try to stay away from people during the pandemic 10/21/2020 10:43 PM
91 being out with people!! 10/21/2020 10:39 PM
92 Being safe 10/21/2020 10:30 PM
93 Being in a crowd without feeling anxious 10/21/2020 9:46 PM
94 Seating area 10/21/2020 9:39 PM
95 TREES 10/21/2020 9:26 PM
96 Gathering with many people 10/21/2020 9:20 PM
97 Events 10/21/2020 8:58 PM
98 Being in crowds 10/21/2020 8:56 PM
99 Being able to share an experience with other Torontonians 10/21/2020 8:50 PM
100 Communal activities 10/21/2020 8:43 PM
101 Some solitude. Waterfront parks have been too crowded. 10/21/2020 8:40 PM
102 Public bathrooms and green spaces. 10/21/2020 7:38 PM
103 the deficit of abundant local green space 10/21/2020 6:52 PM
104 Live gatherings, group activities 10/21/2020 6:06 PM
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105 Concerts 10/21/2020 5:48 PM
106 Not enough public washrooms! 10/21/2020 5:48 PM
107 Live performances, free concerts, community art projects 10/21/2020 5:32 PM
108 Gathering spaces. Knowing folks in Toronto have homes to live in 10/21/2020 5:12 PM
109 Social proximity 10/21/2020 4:43 PM
110 Feeling comfortable using them. 10/21/2020 4:34 PM
111 gathering 10/21/2020 4:22 PM
112 Live music 10/21/2020 4:22 PM
113 arts and culture 10/21/2020 4:06 PM
114 Art and culture 10/21/2020 3:58 PM
115 People 10/21/2020 3:48 PM
116 Gathering with other people/ going to events/activities 10/21/2020 3:43 PM
117 Closeness 10/21/2020 3:29 PM
118 Places to sit and observe 10/21/2020 3:04 PM
119 ability to meet with others 10/21/2020 1:37 PM
120 Having to avoid indoor public spaces. The best thing about the early part of the pandemic was 10/21/2020 12:49 PM the reduction of car traffic on public streets and the resulting noise reduction.
121 Socializing / Gathering in groups 10/21/2020 12:32 PM
122 Nature 10/21/2020 12:29 PM
123 Getting together 10/21/2020 12:13 PM
124 freedom, safety 10/21/2020 11:31 AM
125 Access to the arts/indoor venues, lack of outdoor events that connect people 10/21/2020 11:14 AM
126 not having to worry about overcrowding and observances of social distancing 10/21/2020 10:48 AM
127 AGO, cafes and Allen Gardens 10/21/2020 10:44 AM
128 I miss going to markets and art exhibits. 10/21/2020 8:48 AM
129 As many people are out in outdoor public spaces, I miss not having fewer people around. 10/21/2020 8:25 AM
130 2 things: 1. Stewardship projects in which I used to participate (e.g. High Park: black oak 10/21/2020 12:23 AM savannah ecosystem), & learning & camaraderie experienced in those environments; 2. Receptions associated with cultural events (e.g. donor / member appreciation programmes) where one could meet & socialise with people who share one's interests
131 Feeling safe within them 10/21/2020 12:10 AM
132 Connecting with other people on shared interests/purposes 10/20/2020 11:47 PM
133 No place to sit and enjoy coffee or a snack. 10/20/2020 11:15 PM
134 Playing sports 10/20/2020 10:41 PM
135 Dog parks 10/20/2020 9:25 PM
136 I always miss walkable sidewalks and pedestrian crossings that are designed safely - narrow 10/20/2020 9:20 PM roads so it's fast and easy to cross - and by that minimise the risk of being killed by an suv with driver looking at his entertainment screen and not on the road.
137 That the cold makes them inaccessible 10/20/2020 9:06 PM
138 Places to hear live music 10/20/2020 8:58 PM
139 socializing freely with friends & family 10/20/2020 8:21 PM
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140 Places to sit properly distanced (i.e. longer benches), outdoor seating in small group 10/20/2020 8:07 PM arrangements, places by the water to get coffee or snacks, really clean, well-stocked public washrooms, great places to walk without competing with bicycles
141 Open spaces near the water. We have lots of walking trails and forests, parks, but little to do in 10/20/2020 7:53 PM the waterfront. Don’t move industry and build towers of business as residential. Leave it open, let 3 or 4 generations from now build on it if they want to
142 Grass 10/20/2020 7:20 PM
143 existing public spaces have been criminally underutilized during COVID-19 10/20/2020 7:18 PM
144 Proximity 10/20/2020 7:17 PM
145 Not having animation (e.g. outdoor concerts, festivals, events...) 10/20/2020 7:17 PM
146 Appropriate seating for social distancing with a friend or two 10/20/2020 6:56 PM
147 Ability to connect with friends and strangers 10/20/2020 6:35 PM
148 Not enough of them, not big enough for social distancing 10/20/2020 6:34 PM
149 Lingering. Sitting. 10/20/2020 6:15 PM
150 Accessibility of public spaces, washrooms, etc; the ways that COVID-19 regulations are being 10/20/2020 5:53 PM implemented often impede or prevent access for people with disabilities to the services and spaces we used before the pandemic and we are more likely to be treated with hostility when we ask for accommodations related to disability since COVID.
151 The diversity of opportunities and engagements going on 10/20/2020 5:47 PM
152 carefree interaction with others 10/20/2020 4:31 PM
153 Live events 10/20/2020 4:22 PM
154 crowds. 10/20/2020 4:18 PM
155 Larger gatherings 10/20/2020 3:45 PM
156 live events 10/20/2020 3:18 PM
157 Live music 10/20/2020 2:35 PM
158 Daily life, people-watching 10/20/2020 12:06 PM
159 I miss not hearing constant and extremely loud construction/truck beeping 10/20/2020 12:02 PM
160 empty public spaces 10/20/2020 11:12 AM
161 Trees and grass 10/20/2020 10:44 AM
162 Sense of joy, hope, and happiness 10/20/2020 10:40 AM
163 Feeling safe around strangers 10/20/2020 10:29 AM
164 Having public spaces, more of them, greener, more seating options, clean public toilets 10/20/2020 9:57 AM
165 Respectfully sharing common with others 10/20/2020 7:00 AM
166 Clean and free spaces that all can access. 10/20/2020 6:06 AM
167 cafés 10/20/2020 12:45 AM
168 Eating in restaurants 10/19/2020 10:54 PM
169 there aren't nearly enough spaces here for people to gather without being harassed by the cops 10/19/2020 9:38 PM
170 Not worrying about how many people will be there 10/19/2020 9:30 PM
171 Community gatherings/art fairs/cultural festivals 10/19/2020 9:16 PM
172 Interaction with community 10/19/2020 9:03 PM
173 Community Centres 10/19/2020 8:42 PM
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174 Interactions 10/19/2020 7:23 PM
175 seating in public spaces 10/19/2020 7:14 PM
176 Fountains and washrooms. 10/19/2020 7:07 PM
177 Enjoying outdoor time in public spaces with things to do whether it is eating, listening to music, 10/19/2020 6:54 PM hanging out with others
178 Enjoying outdoor time in public spaces with things to do whether it is eating, listening to music, 10/19/2020 6:44 PM hanging out with others
179 Outdoor concerts 10/19/2020 6:14 PM
180 outside spaces where its well-heated enough to sit w friends and family 10/19/2020 5:32 PM
181 Access 10/19/2020 5:24 PM
182 outdoor theatre 10/19/2020 5:16 PM
183 Going out in public without having to worry 10/19/2020 4:35 PM
184 spontaneity, the spectacle of large crowds 10/19/2020 4:27 PM
185 Gatherings 10/19/2020 4:16 PM
186 Events, music, races, etc 10/19/2020 3:54 PM
187 Being able to go in places 10/19/2020 3:50 PM
188 being in crowded festivals 10/19/2020 3:48 PM
189 Spaces to sit and wander 10/19/2020 3:42 PM
190 I miss being close to others. 10/19/2020 2:56 PM
191 Not having to worry about social distancing 10/19/2020 2:35 PM
192 Having the freedom to plan a day out without worrying if too many people will be present and 10/19/2020 2:18 PM overcrowding might occur.
193 Benches 10/19/2020 1:59 PM
194 serendipitous encounters with other people 10/19/2020 1:55 PM
195 the ability to interact freely; the amount of space -- too little greenspace in my neighbourhood 10/19/2020 1:25 PM for the number of people who need to use it.
196 Being able to sit in a coffee shop with friends or dine in restaurants with family. The simplicity 10/19/2020 1:04 PM of meeting people in closed spaces that are intimate and contribute to the local and small businesses.
197 Not sure how to answer that - it’s the private spaces that have changed more. I miss the arts, 10/19/2020 12:54 PM live music, culture.
198 space - they are too crowded 10/19/2020 12:28 PM
199 restaurants;movie theatres;museums;Blue Jay games 10/19/2020 11:25 AM
200 Theatre, Concerts, Festivals. With so many performers being out of jobs now - something 10/19/2020 10:38 AM could be done. Big screens could be installed on green spaces for people to maintain distance and watch performance from anywhere. Van Gogh expo is a good example on how to organize distancing, although do it outdoors, with screens and speakers.
201 I miss having dynamic events in open public spaces. 10/19/2020 10:18 AM
202 Courtesy and consideration for others 10/19/2020 9:52 AM
203 We have not used our waterfront in a smart way. We need better restaurants, bars, boating etc. 10/19/2020 9:27 AM
204 trees (on streets as well as in parks), parks and green spaces 10/19/2020 6:45 AM
205 Common events like movie nights in the park 10/19/2020 2:01 AM
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206 hiking and nature 10/18/2020 11:58 PM
207 Interacting with other people 10/18/2020 11:49 PM
208 People 10/18/2020 11:06 PM
209 Being able to actually go to any because there are too many people too close and not paying 10/18/2020 10:20 PM attention to social distancing rules
210 Big green spaces. Beautiful parks. The importance of quality public spaces 10/18/2020 9:42 PM
211 Dog parks 10/18/2020 8:33 PM
212 Green space 10/18/2020 8:17 PM
213 Movies/theatre 10/18/2020 7:12 PM
214 Dining with friends 10/18/2020 6:51 PM
215 Outdoor entertainment/activities in groups, and the ability to enjoy these spaces with friends 10/18/2020 6:09 PM
216 Sports 10/18/2020 6:00 PM
217 Trust (amongst the community) 10/18/2020 5:59 PM
218 aa 10/18/2020 3:48 PM
219 Being able to get together with family at a cafe or restaurant. 10/18/2020 3:30 PM
220 Not worrying about being near others, going the right direction 10/18/2020 1:56 PM
221 The physical affect of creating conversation; meeting strangers, small talk, not feeling lonely 10/18/2020 1:42 PM or alone
222 going to see live events: Dance or ballet, art galleries etc. 10/18/2020 1:20 PM
223 Affordability 10/18/2020 1:17 PM
224 Lack of green spaces and access to the water. 10/18/2020 12:46 PM
225 group events like concerts... being able to sit and linger in a cafe... greeting loved ones in 10/18/2020 11:39 AM public space with hugs and touch...
226 rarely used 10/18/2020 11:35 AM
227 Live music! 10/18/2020 11:26 AM
228 Access to washrooms. 10/18/2020 11:04 AM
229 Beaches 10/18/2020 10:50 AM
230 Restaurants 10/18/2020 10:44 AM
231 Interaction with people or activities 10/18/2020 9:48 AM
232 Green space - NATURE! Not enough of it in Toronto, and the spaces that exist are dangerously 10/18/2020 9:22 AM crowded and pose a COVID risk due to density and inability to physically distance 2 metres in the public realm due to historic prioritization of routes for vehicles rather than pedestrians or cyclists in Toronto, favouring the middle-class and wealthy and discriminating against working- class and low income residents.
233 restaurant 10/18/2020 9:02 AM
234 Dining in restaurants 10/18/2020 9:01 AM
235 Feeling safe 10/18/2020 8:54 AM
236 Feeling comfortable being in the space 10/18/2020 8:51 AM
237 Proximity to other humans. 10/18/2020 8:41 AM
238 festivals 10/18/2020 8:39 AM
239 Shelter 10/17/2020 10:45 PM
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240 How safe our parks were prior to Covid. 10/17/2020 10:27 PM
241 Being able to go to cultural, theatre and other fun events with friends and family 10/17/2020 10:08 PM
242 Socializing 10/17/2020 9:49 PM
243 Lack of availability. Particularly for pet owners who were shut out of all public outdoors spaces 10/17/2020 9:37 PM which made life extremely difficult and stressful
244 Playgrounds. I really felt for parents of small kids (and the kids)! 10/17/2020 7:50 PM
245 I'm holding on to my condo with my dear life, trying to avoid becoming homeless. Please do 10/17/2020 7:17 PM not ask questions like these.
246 the fact that engaging others was limited by space and time 10/17/2020 7:13 PM
247 Sheltered and legal outdoor public drinking 10/17/2020 7:02 PM
248 safe face-to-face interaction and public art events 10/17/2020 5:47 PM
249 Gathering 10/17/2020 5:18 PM
250 Public spaces are thriving in the pandemic. Streets and parks luckier than ever. Keep the 10/17/2020 5:13 PM extended patios. Find way to have pop up F&B in parks (eg coffee cart common in EU)
251 Lack of small markets and not feeling guilty about being out. 10/17/2020 4:29 PM
252 Being with friends 10/17/2020 4:03 PM
253 Going to my Local YMCA working out and swimming 10/17/2020 3:22 PM
254 Group gatherings (e.g. performances) without having to worry about distancing 10/17/2020 2:30 PM
255 hanging out with friends 10/17/2020 2:23 PM
256 Playgrounds, feeling safe, having enough space to feel safe 10/17/2020 2:19 PM
257 attending public events such as concerts, art exhibits, neighbourhood events 10/17/2020 2:05 PM
258 Interaction with people 10/17/2020 1:03 PM
259 Walking on crowded retail sidewalks 10/17/2020 11:55 AM
260 being able to access space without worrying that I don't have a mask 10/17/2020 11:02 AM
261 Crowds 10/17/2020 11:01 AM
262 Feeling safe in public space 10/17/2020 10:56 AM
263 Access 10/17/2020 10:42 AM
264 Hanging out with friends. Concerts. 10/17/2020 10:39 AM
265 Visiting without thinking 10/17/2020 9:59 AM
266 Activation 10/17/2020 9:35 AM
267 crowds. 10/17/2020 7:49 AM
268 Safe spaces to enjoy outdoors while distancing 10/17/2020 7:36 AM
269 gym 10/17/2020 4:36 AM
270 Human connection 10/17/2020 12:55 AM
271 music 10/17/2020 12:14 AM
272 The liveliness of everyone enjoying outdoor spaces and interacting with one another 10/16/2020 10:45 PM
273 Gathering with friends and family 10/16/2020 10:22 PM
274 Gatherings, feeling of safety 10/16/2020 10:02 PM
275 Hanging out with friends 10/16/2020 9:57 PM
276 Cultural events 10/16/2020 9:52 PM
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277 using busy trails without fear of infection 10/16/2020 9:44 PM
278 Being close to other people 10/16/2020 9:10 PM
279 The ability to use them! Connecting with friends through sports and recreation activities 10/16/2020 9:07 PM
280 Cultural events 10/16/2020 8:24 PM
281 Markets and events, live music 10/16/2020 7:57 PM
282 People interaction 10/16/2020 7:48 PM
283 Interacting with other people 10/16/2020 7:48 PM
284 people. 10/16/2020 7:45 PM
285 Concerts, markets 10/16/2020 7:38 PM
286 I don’t miss anything. The waterfront has incredible public spaces already 10/16/2020 7:26 PM
287 Music and events 10/16/2020 7:17 PM
288 Open spaces that are nice to look at. Not just standard trees and grass. We need to rethink 10/16/2020 7:16 PM how we develop parks. They are bland!
289 Feeling comfortable to use the washrooms in parks and public spaces. 10/16/2020 7:13 PM
290 I miss parks being not needed for emergency shelter because the city had safe and affordable 10/16/2020 7:06 PM places for people to live.
291 Interactive programs 10/16/2020 5:53 PM
292 Concerts. 10/16/2020 5:31 PM
293 The energy of crowded vibrant destinations 10/16/2020 5:01 PM
294 informal indoor spaces and theatres 10/16/2020 4:46 PM
295 Live entertainment (e.g. musicians). 10/16/2020 4:12 PM
296 Evicted, moved to suburbs 10/16/2020 2:31 PM
297 casual encounters with strangers 10/16/2020 2:20 PM
298 Sitting outside at restaurant enjoying life with others 10/16/2020 2:14 PM
299 Attending theatre and cultural events, restaurant dining, cafes 10/16/2020 1:30 PM
300 Public outdoor events/celebrations, e.g. Jurassic Park 10/16/2020 12:55 PM
301 Convening in-person with people 10/16/2020 12:33 PM
302 Physical and social interaction with friends and the public in concert halls, restaurants, the 10/16/2020 11:51 AM gym, public transit etc. But Covid 19 will pass!
303 Large crowds being able to fill a space with love, support, conversation, and music. 10/16/2020 11:42 AM
304 Informal interaction 10/16/2020 11:20 AM
305 Outdoor concerts and interactive art that brings community together 10/16/2020 11:14 AM
306 Being able to socialize closely with friends 10/16/2020 10:58 AM
307 the people 10/16/2020 10:49 AM
308 The ability to have big crowds 10/16/2020 10:36 AM
309 Being able to move around unconstrained/not fearing being near other people 10/16/2020 10:32 AM
310 libraries, galleries, coffee houses, gym 10/16/2020 10:29 AM
311 Mingling 10/16/2020 10:19 AM
312 THE LACK OF PUBLIC SPACES IN GENERAL 10/15/2020 10:40 PM
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313 Meeting friends at my (co-op Toronto Island) Sailing Club on the Island (albacore sailing, 10/15/2020 9:22 PM socializing, and gardening.
314 being indoors with other people..theatres, galleries, libraries 10/15/2020 7:53 PM
315 Group events eg picnics 10/15/2020 6:57 PM
316 Nothing 10/15/2020 6:54 PM
317 The energy of crowds enjoying themselves 10/15/2020 6:43 PM
318 fewer people. The redirect of the bike path onto Stadium Rd has been a nightmare. I've been 10/15/2020 6:29 PM struck down by cyclists riding on the sidewalk twice. The police say it's a bylaw issue and the bylaw people say they have no staff. Toronto's becoming a lawless wild wild west
319 We need more greenspace. Miss outings with extended family and friends. 10/15/2020 6:18 PM
320 Feeling at ease in my movements and the space around me. I also miss large group events, 10/15/2020 6:13 PM outdoor dance shows, family programming like Harbourfront Centre's Jr. Festival
321 Not being able to go for group walks 10/15/2020 4:52 PM
322 Music and cultural gatherings, gathering in general, connectedness 10/15/2020 4:11 PM
323 being outside 10/15/2020 3:36 PM
324 Crowded, lack of social distancing 10/15/2020 3:01 PM
325 Symphony concerts and theatre. Playgrounds with grandchildren when they were closed. 10/15/2020 2:56 PM Libraries.
326 Not having to worry about being too close to people. A good crowded space can be a fun 10/15/2020 2:21 PM experience sometimes, like the Exhibition. Now I am afraid every time I step outside.
327 Not having to deal with the frequent shutdowns! 10/15/2020 2:20 PM
328 public events 10/15/2020 11:18 AM
329 public seating - to rest when outside - esp elderly 10/15/2020 11:10 AM
330 I miss going to the theatre. Most of all I missed the Fringe Festival with the social gathering 10/15/2020 11:08 AM aspect offered at the Fringe Club before and after shows. I wish we could be the new home of that festival.
331 People watching, spontaneous gatherings 10/15/2020 10:48 AM
332 ability to be more spontaneous with gathering in groups outside, such as availability of 10/15/2020 10:04 AM bathrooms and water fountains
333 Sharing the same space with lots of different people 10/15/2020 9:20 AM
334 socializing 10/15/2020 9:15 AM
335 Theatre 10/15/2020 5:03 AM
336 Some of the solitude you used to be able to experience. Lots of crowding and bad behaviour 10/14/2020 11:13 PM with people abusing parks and public spaces (massive amounts of trash everywhere, endless bon fires, etc.)
337 Arts and culture events 10/14/2020 9:56 PM
338 The vibrancy (going there with friends for events, things to do, shopping) 10/14/2020 9:52 PM
339 Being in groups 10/14/2020 8:38 PM
340 Seeing wide variety of people and my kids playing on playground equipment 10/14/2020 7:45 PM
341 Nothing 10/14/2020 7:32 PM
342 large festivals in public spaces (i.e. Word on the Street) 10/14/2020 7:11 PM
343 People. 10/14/2020 6:13 PM
344 Socializing 10/14/2020 5:39 PM
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345 Green parks 10/14/2020 5:07 PM
346 Being with people e.g to go for walks and to patios, restaurants. 10/14/2020 4:46 PM
347 Large cultural events and being able to gather with friends in public places. 10/14/2020 4:37 PM
348 solitude in parks and trail systems. More people are out... we need more outdoors 10/14/2020 4:25 PM infrastructure
349 Cleanliness, parks have been abused, more garbage than I've ever seen and people camping 10/14/2020 4:25 PM out
350 serendipity 10/14/2020 3:58 PM
351 Courtesy - people sharing the space in a polite way vs just riding/running with no regard for 10/14/2020 3:48 PM others
352 Cultural events, art, festivals, music 10/14/2020 3:45 PM
353 Being able to sit 10/14/2020 3:37 PM
354 people ignoring me. now its just people giving me dirty looks 10/14/2020 3:28 PM
355 I’ve actually enjoyed the public spaces on the waterfront much more during covid than before 10/14/2020 2:38 PM because it’s more quiet and clean than when all the festivals are here.
356 Closure of cultural and recreational venues 10/14/2020 2:28 PM
357 Too small to meet the new uses that come with a pandemic - outdoor education, community 10/14/2020 2:12 PM gardens, safe walking & cycling spaces
358 feeling safe 10/14/2020 1:39 PM
359 Live events 10/14/2020 1:35 PM
360 Lack of spacing (e.g. narrow sidewalks, benches, etc.) 10/14/2020 1:17 PM
361 Large organized events like festivals or concerts 10/14/2020 1:13 PM
362 N/A 10/14/2020 12:52 PM
363 Patio season 10/14/2020 12:23 PM
364 large crowds of people having fun 10/14/2020 12:03 PM
365 Events and programming (community gathering) 10/14/2020 10:34 AM
366 Clean and safe parks 10/14/2020 10:31 AM
367 Performance spaces 10/14/2020 9:06 AM
368 Being inside and dining at restaurants with friends 10/14/2020 8:50 AM
369 Crowds 10/14/2020 8:40 AM
370 Gatherings 10/14/2020 7:24 AM
371 relaxed & comfortable spaces 10/14/2020 7:19 AM
372 Washrooms 10/13/2020 10:36 PM
373 Touching, Hugging, Crowding 10/13/2020 9:49 PM
374 Nothing 10/13/2020 9:44 PM
375 The feeling of being in a big crowd at a great event 10/13/2020 9:43 PM
376 people in them! 10/13/2020 9:39 PM
377 cultural events 10/13/2020 9:10 PM
378 Social interaction 10/13/2020 6:52 PM
379 Live music Art gallery , Restaurants 10/13/2020 6:34 PM
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380 humans being able to congregate 10/13/2020 6:24 PM
381 Events 10/13/2020 5:37 PM
382 being able to enjoy it with friends 10/13/2020 5:37 PM
383 community events outdoors 10/13/2020 5:17 PM
384 Traveling to different areas of the city. 10/13/2020 5:17 PM
385 Leisure, Theatres, Music venues, Bars and places to relax with family and friends 10/13/2020 5:16 PM
386 Ability to gather; Community events - concerts, plays, etc. 10/13/2020 4:50 PM
387 Lack of fear 10/13/2020 4:44 PM
388 Lack of festivals and performances. 10/13/2020 4:43 PM
389 Facilities to allow for longer group meetings - eg washroom facilities, etc 10/13/2020 4:42 PM
390 Personal Space 10/13/2020 4:39 PM
391 Parties (ie. Electric island, promise cherry beach, etc.) 10/13/2020 4:30 PM
392 Not having to be aware of where everyone was positioned and if they were wearing masks 10/13/2020 4:22 PM
393 Festivals, Entertainment 10/13/2020 4:17 PM
394 Being able to comfortably be outside in a park without fear of getting too close to someone 10/13/2020 4:06 PM else
395 Having enough space to gather 10/13/2020 4:03 PM
396 Access to toilets. 10/13/2020 3:47 PM
397 Free events that bring people into the spaces - music! 10/13/2020 3:16 PM
398 Being close to people. 10/13/2020 3:01 PM
399 Public washrooms 10/13/2020 3:00 PM
400 Not being able to go to them when there is too many people already there. ie. can't socially 10/13/2020 2:51 PM distance
401 x 10/13/2020 2:39 PM
402 Not having to wear a mask. 10/13/2020 2:35 PM
403 Dinning out, 10/13/2020 2:11 PM
404 Crowds of People 10/13/2020 2:11 PM
405 Public Art, Street food, Going to arts facilities, Performers and buskers 10/13/2020 2:04 PM
406 Nothing - I live in the East Bayfront neighborhood and access the public spaces the same as 10/13/2020 1:59 PM pre-Covid.
407 The Redpath Festivals, Sugar Shack, Tall Ships,Giant Yellow Duck, small concerts at 10/13/2020 1:55 PM Sherbourne Common, Access to the George Brown Campus Dining area at Waterfront Campus
408 Places to go that are not packed with people....need lots of space to move around walking as 10/13/2020 1:50 PM well as biking
409 Culture, performances, live music 10/13/2020 1:49 PM
410 the animations (concerts, shows, markets, art exhibits, etc) 10/13/2020 1:46 PM
411 Not being in them as much 10/13/2020 1:44 PM
412 Open washrooms! 10/13/2020 1:38 PM
413 events 10/13/2020 1:37 PM
414 Ample, safe space for everyone 10/13/2020 1:26 PM
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415 Events 10/13/2020 1:18 PM
416 Talking with neighbours 10/13/2020 1:11 PM
417 I miss being able to walk past other people without being afraid of catching a deadly disease. 10/13/2020 1:05 PM
418 Nothing - public spaces are one of the few places to meet people 10/13/2020 1:00 PM
419 Theaters and concerts 10/13/2020 12:50 PM
420 Art. Performances. Theatre. Opera. 10/13/2020 12:49 PM
421 Eavesdropping 10/13/2020 12:44 PM
422 Clean no garbage or masks everywhere 10/13/2020 12:44 PM
423 I think the winter is going to be the hardest. Would like to see more push towards allowing 10/13/2020 12:34 PM people to gather outdoors in the cold weather. Take inspiration from Scandanavian countries, who do this well.
424 Restaurants 10/13/2020 12:26 PM
425 ability not to worry that others are not wearing masks 10/13/2020 12:23 PM
426 Meeting friends and family 10/13/2020 12:22 PM
427 Large group activities such as concerts 10/13/2020 12:18 PM
428 nothing 10/13/2020 12:18 PM
429 Engaging with other people 10/13/2020 12:16 PM
430 Safety 10/13/2020 12:14 PM
431 I miss not having Black Lives Matter dominate the cultural decision making process for our 10/13/2020 12:07 PM Waterfront. It used to be for ALL Torontonians.
432 lack of maintenance 10/13/2020 12:03 PM
433 More green space particularly in communities with large apartment complexes. Places for 10/13/2020 12:00 PM children to play
434 enjoying indoor spaces safely 10/13/2020 12:00 PM
435 Friends 10/13/2020 11:58 AM
436 Special events and exhibitions (like Nuit Blanche) 10/13/2020 11:29 AM
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Q12 What changes have you seen in the city’s physical environment as a result of the pandemic that you would like to see preserved going forward?
Answered: 444 Skipped: 25
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# RESPONSES DATE 1 More patios on road space; active TO was good. Just need more 10/25/2020 11:34 PM
2 closing streets for activity and slowing car traffic 10/25/2020 11:07 PM
3 Adequate space to accommodate physical distancing 10/25/2020 8:34 PM
4 wider sidewalks; more durable, independent and prominent bike lanes 10/25/2020 5:44 PM
5 ActiveTO!!! Car free spaces have been specru 10/25/2020 4:55 PM
6 Traffic is much less and streets are safer. Homelessness is becoming a national 10/25/2020 3:47 PM embarrassment.
7 Closing off streets to allow more pedestrian space, promoting active transportation where and 10/25/2020 1:52 PM when feasible (ie sidewalks, bike lanes)
8 Separated and protected bike lanes where parking existed previously. Creation of outdoor 10/25/2020 1:39 PM patios in front of restaurant and bars and cafes. Dedicating space for pedestrians, cyclists and people rather than using that space for automobiles
9 More protected bike lanes- we need a grid of them- more protection for all road users- And we 10/25/2020 12:05 PM need more open streets like Active TO- for a longer time - and we need more patios for local restaurants
10 Fewer cars, infrastructure not designed primarily for cars: make them a guest 10/25/2020 11:41 AM
11 Quieter, more open, cleaner 10/25/2020 11:37 AM
12 More bike lanes. Less traffic. Public use of roads for people not cars 10/25/2020 11:18 AM
13 People brought colour and life; with less people we will need to artificially add colour and life. 10/25/2020 11:13 AM Use of light, color, organic materials, plants, parks all things that make it in inviting to be outdoors
14 Biking, biking, biking. 10/25/2020 10:19 AM
15 Spaces for people, active transportation routes 10/25/2020 10:05 AM
16 Quiet streets, restaurant patio licenses, sanitizers. 10/25/2020 9:29 AM
17 Streets being allocated to non-vehicle activities like patios & bicycles 10/25/2020 8:44 AM
18 more walkable space 10/25/2020 8:41 AM
19 bike lanes and patios 10/24/2020 9:24 PM
20 Safe and slow streets for recreation and more outdoor dining 10/24/2020 9:11 PM
21 More patios and outdoor dining 10/24/2020 7:34 PM
22 Protected cycle paths (bike lanes), wider sidewalks, car-free streets 10/24/2020 5:51 PM
23 Exclusive streets to walk, run, bike 10/24/2020 5:49 PM
24 Separated bike lanes, Patio’s everywhere, closed streets 10/24/2020 5:15 PM
25 More space for patios and active transportation by removing lanes of traffic 10/24/2020 5:00 PM
26 The rapid increase in active mobility infrastucture...walking, biking. Also the curbside patio 10/24/2020 2:54 PM efforts (e.g. CafeTO).
27 More people outside looking for ways to stay active and fit. 10/24/2020 2:41 PM
28 Markings to properly social distance 10/24/2020 2:28 PM
29 Less traffic 10/24/2020 10:20 AM
30 People appreciate being outside more 10/24/2020 8:46 AM
31 People out exercising 10/24/2020 8:44 AM
32 Fewer cars on the road, more affordable housing 10/24/2020 7:38 AM
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33 Attitude of suspicion 10/24/2020 7:04 AM
34 Less pollution 10/24/2020 4:03 AM
35 The more efficient bike lane network is such a help (am not a cyclist, but helps my partner get 10/24/2020 12:22 AM to work more safely). More space dedicated to pedestrianism as well.
36 None 10/23/2020 11:37 PM
37 Not sure 10/23/2020 8:46 PM
38 Quiet streets. 10/23/2020 7:57 PM
39 More walk/run/biking routes (ActiveTO), calmer traffic, preserving green space and parks, 10/23/2020 6:53 PM support for small and local business
40 An opportunity to pilot rapid bus lanes, wider sidewalks, restricted car traffic 10/23/2020 6:36 PM
41 Safe streets project was great to allow more people to walk, cycle, etc with no cars 10/23/2020 5:04 PM
42 Nothing, I don't like social distance or wear a mask 10/23/2020 4:12 PM
43 Bike lanes! Street patios! Let's keep them forever. 10/23/2020 3:17 PM
44 more outdoor spaces, less car traffic 10/23/2020 3:11 PM
45 Emphasis on Walkability 10/23/2020 2:37 PM
46 Sure are lots of "for lease" signs up 10/23/2020 2:14 PM
47 More recreational activities/open spaces 10/23/2020 2:13 PM
48 Most parks and public spaces. Less condo development 10/23/2020 1:46 PM
49 None 10/23/2020 1:42 PM
50 Small business and community services need to be rethought to operate while maintaining 10/23/2020 1:20 PM Covid Safety. We do not know when another pandemic will come and lets build infrastructure that can reasonably address this so as to keep small business/community services alive..
51 More room for pedestrians and bikes, fewer cars on the streets 10/23/2020 1:01 PM
52 More people out walking 10/23/2020 12:59 PM
53 Provision of bike lanes on Lakeshore BLVD every weekend 10/23/2020 12:15 PM
54 More bike lanes finally! 10/23/2020 10:34 AM
55 More active / recreational (Lakeshore closing for bikes/runners) 10/23/2020 10:31 AM
56 curb side patios 10/23/2020 8:46 AM
57 Dedicating more of the public right of way to patios and pedestrian uses. 10/23/2020 5:21 AM
58 none 10/23/2020 1:06 AM
59 Pedestrian streets 10/22/2020 11:21 PM
60 None 10/22/2020 11:10 PM
61 Bike lanes. Patio dining. Zoom events. Getting alcohol with your takeout food order. 10/22/2020 10:11 PM
62 more bike lanes 10/22/2020 8:34 PM
63 More bicycle infrastructure and walkable streets 10/22/2020 7:22 PM
64 European-style streets and intimate laneways, Public art as way of escape, All seasonal 10/22/2020 6:39 PM activities make it an outdoors destination)
65 Less polution, less rush 10/22/2020 4:40 PM
66 Bike lanes. 10/22/2020 4:24 PM
67 Priority to active transportation, spaces were created for recreational playground for kids 10/22/2020 3:43 PM
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68 activeTO, cafeTO 10/22/2020 3:40 PM
69 Curb-side patios at restaurants. 10/22/2020 3:29 PM
70 Safer, more accessible streets, increase in bike lanes, extending of patios into the public realm 10/22/2020 3:22 PM (very european)
71 Street parking used for restaurants or bike lines 10/22/2020 1:10 PM
72 None, rather role back the none sensical designated walking streets and remove the concrete 10/22/2020 1:07 PM blocks.
73 More bike lanes. Need even more and a network so people can get around without a car or 10/22/2020 1:06 PM public transit.
74 bike lanes 10/22/2020 11:56 AM
75 There has been a lot more garbage in the parks and on the streets/sidewalks, and keeping 10/22/2020 11:35 AM parks and outdoor recreation areas open even during another potential lockdown
76 More focus on walkable spaces, less space for cars 10/22/2020 11:23 AM
77 Less traffic! 10/22/2020 11:04 AM
78 Increased bike lanes and infrastructure for people to move around on foot! less cars. 10/22/2020 10:34 AM
79 narrower streets; outdoor dining 10/22/2020 10:11 AM
80 I love the patios everywhere. I love the expanded bike lanes and lakeshore shift from cars to 10/22/2020 9:55 AM bike traffic
81 bike lanes, (not answering question here, but City Council is taking action swiftly and seem to 10/22/2020 9:54 AM be getting projects moving at an 'unbureaucratic' pace
82 outdoor dining and increased biking/ walking lanes 10/22/2020 9:45 AM
83 Separated bike lanes 10/22/2020 9:00 AM
84 More space for pedestrians and less for cars 10/22/2020 8:58 AM
85 bike lanes with physical barriers 10/22/2020 8:58 AM
86 More bike lines, prioritizing space for people to be active & have right of way over cars 10/22/2020 8:10 AM
87 All the bike lanes 10/22/2020 7:46 AM
88 More outdoor dining 10/22/2020 7:44 AM
89 More street space devoted to pedestrians, restaurant patios and bicycles and less to cars 10/22/2020 7:39 AM
90 Opening of streets to other modes of active transportation including walking and cycling 10/22/2020 7:20 AM
91 Bike infrastructure + cafeTO + fewer cars + many more people using parks on a daily basis 10/22/2020 1:49 AM
92 Less busy, street patios and walkways 10/22/2020 1:16 AM
93 Respect of personal space 10/22/2020 12:41 AM
94 Open Roads TO. Would like more areas to walk, have noted more cyclists of late in usual 10/22/2020 12:05 AM route which makes it difficult to walk with dog as there isn’t as much room for us. Having the whole road open was much better
95 More outdoor patios, bike lanes, pedestrian zones 10/21/2020 11:13 PM
96 Quiet roads. Toronto prioritizes cars over pedestrians and closing roads down during the 10/21/2020 10:43 PM pandemic for more space should stay. This is from both an enjoyment perspective but also a climate perspective too with less cars
97 cycling infra, curbTO cafes 10/21/2020 10:39 PM
98 New bike lanes! 10/21/2020 10:30 PM
99 Bike lanes; weekend road closures; accelerated implementation of the above; more people 10/21/2020 9:46 PM discovering and using/benefitting from the city's green infrastructure.
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100 More clean 10/21/2020 9:39 PM
101 Traffic reduction 10/21/2020 9:26 PM
102 Expanded patios 10/21/2020 9:20 PM
103 More space for pedestrians 10/21/2020 8:58 PM
104 More better accessible park spaces 10/21/2020 8:56 PM
105 Park culture! Everyone’s at the park. 10/21/2020 8:50 PM
106 CafeTO (increasing size of sidewalks for places to eat, sit, etc.) 10/21/2020 8:49 PM
107 Added and enhanced bike lanes. Widened sidewalks 10/21/2020 8:43 PM
108 Expansion of bike paths 10/21/2020 8:40 PM
109 More pedestrian space, narrower traffic lanes, more greenery 10/21/2020 7:38 PM
110 the outdoor gathering spaces 10/21/2020 6:52 PM
111 Reduced car use, outdoor dining, multi-functional spaces 10/21/2020 6:06 PM
112 Morecroom for biking 10/21/2020 5:48 PM
113 Quiet streets and other Active TO 10/21/2020 5:48 PM
114 The capacity for the city to shut down portions of Yonge street for dining means that it can be 10/21/2020 5:32 PM shut down for bike lanes or larger sidewalks.
115 More bike lanes 10/21/2020 5:12 PM
116 Outdoor dining, drinking in parks, extended patios, pedestrianised streets 10/21/2020 4:43 PM
117 At some points there have been reductions in traffic. Folks seem to be organizing their 10/21/2020 4:34 PM shopping, etc. trips rationally. For a while there was the 7pm front line workers appreciation noisemaking.
118 prioritized active transportation facilities 10/21/2020 4:22 PM
119 Prioritizing active transportation and flexible licensing 10/21/2020 4:22 PM
120 reduced driving lanes to make space for patios 10/21/2020 4:06 PM
121 More focused on local living that requires less travel across the city 10/21/2020 3:58 PM
122 Lower commute times 10/21/2020 3:48 PM
123 The increased space for biking/walking and restaurant patios are amazing. 10/21/2020 3:43 PM
124 More space on streets for pedestrians and cyclists and patios 10/21/2020 3:29 PM
125 Active TO, outdoor patio seating, use of park space for outdoor activities 10/21/2020 3:04 PM
126 More bike lanes, less car traffic, less crowding on and around public transit 10/21/2020 3:03 PM
127 better use of streets, more bike lanes, ore tree planting 10/21/2020 1:37 PM
128 Closing High Park and parts of Lakeshore Blvd to car traffic on weekends and similar 10/21/2020 12:49 PM measures. Reduction of pavement devoted to cars on Bloor-Danforth. On the other hand it is disheartening to see homeless encampments springing up on parkland and green spaces. These spaces are too fragile to accommodate makeshift living arrangements and especially in naturalized areas are suffering a lot of damage. The proliferation of graffiti is also horrible.
129 Curb-side patios, new bike lanes 10/21/2020 12:32 PM
130 Less car traffic 10/21/2020 12:29 PM
131 Increased access to pedestrians 10/21/2020 12:13 PM
132 improved and increased cleaning practices 10/21/2020 11:31 AM
133 People-first streets, Mini Europe brought to TO, patios, interactive and public art 10/21/2020 11:14 AM
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134 increased bike lanes and road closures for pedestrian/active transport use 10/21/2020 10:48 AM
135 Capacity limitations for indoor spaces 10/21/2020 10:44 AM
136 Not sure 10/21/2020 8:48 AM
137 ActiveTO initiatives, added bikes lanes 10/21/2020 8:25 AM
138 Reclaiming space in public realm for pedestrians -- for active transportation, recreation, walking 10/21/2020 12:23 AM meditation, etc -- and for social uses such as curbside space for outdoor cafes. Invasion / occupation / domination of public space by motor vehicles is anachronistic and inappropriate in time of climate emergency.
139 Limits to how many people can be in a space at certain times 10/21/2020 12:10 AM
140 More infrastructure for walking, biking, etc. 10/20/2020 11:47 PM
141 Increased attention to cleaning everything. 10/20/2020 11:15 PM
142 I dont know 10/20/2020 10:41 PM
143 bigger patios, open streets 10/20/2020 9:25 PM
144 More protecvted bike lanes. 10/20/2020 9:20 PM
145 Closure of streets for bikes, pedestrians 10/20/2020 9:06 PM
146 Increased bike and pedestrian access to streets 10/20/2020 8:58 PM
147 lower population density especially in multi-unit dwellings 10/20/2020 8:21 PM
148 more patio spaces with tables for eating and socializing, limitations on car traffic and more 10/20/2020 8:07 PM shared space, expanded restaurant space (into the street), ubiquitous hand sanitizers (great idea that should remain)
149 More areas for walking and cycling 10/20/2020 7:53 PM
150 Less vehicle traffic 10/20/2020 7:20 PM
151 it was nice when nobody was driving. the air was less polluted and there was less noise 10/20/2020 7:18 PM
152 Qeue organization 10/20/2020 7:17 PM
153 The CafeTO programme 10/20/2020 7:17 PM
154 more bike lanes! cleaner transit! more room for pedestrians 10/20/2020 6:56 PM
155 Fewer cars at the beginning, more prioritization of public spaces. Emphasis on public health 10/20/2020 6:35 PM (e.g. hand sanitizer; don't remove these when pandemic is over). More dynamic streets (widening of sidewalks, patios, etc.).
156 Ability to eat outdoors i.e. restaurant patios 10/20/2020 6:34 PM
157 More walking trails, especially not paved. 10/20/2020 6:15 PM
158 Eliminating and/or reducing traffic flow on streets to allow greater space and ease of 10/20/2020 5:53 PM movement for pedestrians, cyclists and people who use mobility devices, decreased numbers of people in stores at at time and senior/disability shopping hours
159 More cycling, quiet streets, no cars! 10/20/2020 5:47 PM
160 varied green space (not just grass) 10/20/2020 4:31 PM
161 More bike lanes. Streets just for pedestrians. 10/20/2020 4:22 PM
162 sidewalk patios 10/20/2020 4:18 PM
163 more street space for biking and walking 10/20/2020 3:45 PM
164 less cars on the road 10/20/2020 3:18 PM
165 Sidewalk patios etc 10/20/2020 2:35 PM
166 Fast bike expansion of bike lanes. Patios - simple street cafes should be kept - it needn't be 10/20/2020 12:06 PM
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complicated! Safe streets for walking.
167 Blocking off roads on the weekends for biking (ActivTO) 10/20/2020 12:02 PM
168 bike lanes 10/20/2020 11:21 AM
169 safe biking routes 10/20/2020 11:12 AM
170 Less traffic 10/20/2020 10:44 AM
171 Bike lanes, street closures over the weekend, expanded sidewalks for cafes and restaurants. 10/20/2020 10:40 AM
172 Less car traffic 10/20/2020 10:29 AM
173 more people spending time in parks and public spaces, people working out in public spaces 10/20/2020 9:57 AM
174 Reduced construction, more room for nature 10/20/2020 7:00 AM
175 None 10/20/2020 6:06 AM
176 reduced car traffic 10/20/2020 12:45 AM
177 More bike lanes 10/19/2020 10:54 PM
178 its become even more dangerous to not have a car as lower income, more susceptible to 10/19/2020 9:38 PM illness people are crowding into unsafe spaces because a lack of options or access, and people are driving with impunity on the relatively open streets
179 Fewer people out and about 10/19/2020 9:30 PM
180 Cleanliness/physical separation of bike lanes/and definately the extensive patios. The increase 10/19/2020 9:16 PM in patio space serves everyone better than more cars on downtown streets
181 More lively, more bike lanes, more use of parks, sidewalk patios, greater street life 10/19/2020 9:03 PM
182 Roads Closed for Biking and Running 10/19/2020 8:42 PM
183 Patios, closed streets to bikes and pedestrians 10/19/2020 7:23 PM
184 seating that allows for social distancing 10/19/2020 7:14 PM
185 Curbside dining. 10/19/2020 7:07 PM
186 ActiveTO's support for pedestrian and biking streets 10/19/2020 6:54 PM
187 ActiveTO 10/19/2020 6:44 PM
188 Bike lanes!!! Outdoor dining!!!!! 10/19/2020 6:14 PM
189 reducing road space for cars and replacing it with restaurant patios and bike lanes! Closing 10/19/2020 5:32 PM roads to cars so people can walk and run! I wish we were doing what San Francisico is doing -- close off a whole street (Ossington?) to fill it with outdoor restaurant tables -- heated of course!
190 Restrictions have been a disaster 10/19/2020 5:24 PM
191 active TO street closure, bike lanes 10/19/2020 5:16 PM
192 idk 10/19/2020 4:35 PM
193 More patio spaces, more pedestrianized roads, and more emphasis on bicycling! Let's get rid 10/19/2020 4:27 PM of the cars and focus on quality pedestrianized outdoor public space and food/beverage patios well connected by cycle lanes and public transit.
194 CafeTO and ActiveTO and generally more vibrant use of public roads and spaces while the 10/19/2020 4:16 PM weather allows.
195 Safer streets and cycling routes 10/19/2020 3:54 PM
196 More space for people, bigger side walks, more patio, more space to spread out 10/19/2020 3:50 PM
197 .Sidewalk patios 10/19/2020 3:48 PM
198 More open streets/closures of roads to cars 10/19/2020 3:42 PM
199 ActiveTO is the best thing to happen to Toronto's west-end waterfront in the last 10 years I 10/19/2020 2:56 PM
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have lived in the city. The warmth the city usually has from lots of people and tourism has disappeared. The respite centre on lakeshore just east of parliament has brought more homeless and mentally unstable individuals into the immediate quay side area. It resulted in my bike being stolen.
200 Expanded cycling and walking paths; less crowded public transportation 10/19/2020 2:35 PM
201 Greater emphasis on planning for pedestrians and cyclists (using sections of the roads for 10/19/2020 2:18 PM outdoor seating, implementing new bike lanes, etc.)
202 More bicycles paths 10/19/2020 1:59 PM
203 streets blocked off for pedestrians/ cyclists; sidewalks expanded for outdoor dining 10/19/2020 1:55 PM
204 increased patio space for restaurants, safer bike lanes; reduced car traffic during the early 10/19/2020 1:25 PM stages of the lockdown made for a more relaxed environment with better air quality and safer streets for pedestrians.
205 Quiet streets and slower traffic in residential neighbourhoods! This project was made 10/19/2020 1:04 PM temporary by the City and will be coming to an end. As the pandemic is encouraging us to go outside and take walks, this project forced drivers to take extra precautions driving through residential streets that are narrow, one-way, or two-lane traffic. It has greatly decreased the amount of drivers speeding on roads where children play, elderly cross, and folks who take for granted that drivers will follow community safety zone laws.
206 Patio space > car spaces. Let’s reclaim cities from cars 10/19/2020 12:54 PM
207 Crowded parks and Martin Goodman trail almost too dangerous to walk or run on due to bikes. 10/19/2020 12:28 PM
208 making streets less car oriented and more pedestrial oriented 10/19/2020 11:25 AM
209 Patios, more picnic tables. Bertzi Park was the best example of public space - many tables 10/19/2020 10:38 AM under the trees, the chairs are attached for 2 m apart, green areas for picnics and a lot of cafes around for take out food. Our amazing city should have more spaces like Berzi Park (supported by community of volunteers - who did outstanding job sanitizing tables every day).
210 Masks on transit. 10/19/2020 10:18 AM
211 N/A 10/19/2020 9:52 AM
212 N/A 10/19/2020 9:27 AM
213 increased cycle network, extended patios, reduced traffic. 10/19/2020 6:45 AM
214 Just wanna get back to how things were 10/19/2020 2:01 AM
215 safe streets programs, yay!!! 10/18/2020 11:58 PM
216 Outdoor patios and streets closed to cars 10/18/2020 11:49 PM
217 Sidewalk expansions, cycle routes, patio expansions - people first approaches to city life vs 10/18/2020 11:06 PM car centric.
218 Less traffic 10/18/2020 10:20 PM
219 Pedestrian friendly areas. Bicycling, walking. No car zone. 10/18/2020 9:42 PM
220 People using the public parks for gatherings 10/18/2020 8:33 PM
221 Active TO 10/18/2020 8:17 PM
222 Fewer cars on the road, respect for personal space 10/18/2020 7:12 PM
223 Greater use of outdoor spaces 10/18/2020 6:51 PM
224 Bicycle lanes on the Danforth; outdoor cafes spilling beyond tiny spaces; other bicycle lanes 10/18/2020 6:09 PM such as University Avenue;
225 Less traffic 10/18/2020 6:00 PM
226 N/A. 10/18/2020 5:59 PM
227 prioritization of people on foot/bicycle over cars 10/18/2020 3:48 PM
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228 Great to see so many people out exercising , walking and biking. 10/18/2020 3:30 PM
229 Protected bicycle infrastructure, outdoor and all season dining/lounge spaces, car free or 10/18/2020 1:56 PM limited streets/neighbourhoods
230 ActiveTO 100%. Dedicated bike lanes. Less commuter/905 traffic and abuse of city streets 10/18/2020 1:42 PM and anemities
231 I would like to see more european style streets, patios, intimate laneways with string lights etc. 10/18/2020 1:20 PM
232 More protests and public outrage 10/18/2020 1:17 PM
233 More people sitting in parks, enjoying the water, sitting on patios at restaurants 10/18/2020 12:46 PM
234 Cleaner air... less cars and vehicles... more bike lanes... more pedestrian space and streets... 10/18/2020 11:39 AM more outdoor space for restaurants, bars, cafes... greater use of parks and green space... THE RETURN OF THE PICNIC!!!!!!
235 alternative to the automobile 10/18/2020 11:35 AM
236 Biking and more protected lanes 10/18/2020 11:26 AM
237 People enjoying a glass of wine or beer while watching musical performances on the 10/18/2020 11:04 AM harbourfront
238 Road closed during the weekend to create more room for socially distanced physical activity. 10/18/2020 10:50 AM
239 Larger sidewalks, smaller roads 10/18/2020 10:44 AM
240 ActiveTO and CafeTO schemes 10/18/2020 9:48 AM
241 Greater closure of roads to produce space for individuals and families to get physical exercise 10/18/2020 9:22 AM and fresh air, to try to preserve mental health in these very challenging times. Isolation is a huge challenge and creating public spaces in nature is a way to preserve individual mental and physical health as well as community health and a sense of connectedness with other residents in Toronto.
242 bike lane 10/18/2020 9:02 AM
243 Bike lanes! 10/18/2020 9:01 AM
244 Emphasis on the use of the outdoor space 10/18/2020 8:54 AM
245 More bike lanes 10/18/2020 8:51 AM
246 ActiveTO, CafeTO, increased cycling options, general empathy. 10/18/2020 8:41 AM
247 so much more life on the streets / parks / we LOVE CafeTO - should be year round as it 10/18/2020 8:39 AM animates the city
248 More space given over to pedestrians, and spaces to linger on our city streets. 10/17/2020 10:45 PM
249 Some police presence in parks 10/17/2020 10:27 PM
250 Curbside patios and pedestrian friendly streets 10/17/2020 9:49 PM
251 Increase focus on safe cycling, pedestrians rather than vehicles 10/17/2020 9:37 PM
252 Sidewalk cafes! Shared streets 10/17/2020 7:50 PM
253 More sidewalks and bike lanes. Toronto is decades behind other developed nations on this 10/17/2020 7:17 PM front, and yet celebrates when a few pedestrian weekends pop-up or when piloted bike lanes are better used. Wake up.
254 continue to add walking and cycling options on streets and reducing auto traffic 10/17/2020 7:13 PM
255 Patios bike lanes 10/17/2020 7:02 PM
256 more outdoor space and quiet streets without commuter cars 10/17/2020 5:47 PM
257 Lots of room on the TTC 10/17/2020 5:18 PM
258 Bike lanes. Extra patios. 10/17/2020 5:13 PM
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259 Transit stops are better 10/17/2020 4:29 PM
260 Walkable spaces and access to ride my bike 10/17/2020 4:03 PM
261 Mask Rule and Social Distancing 10/17/2020 3:22 PM
262 Bike lane and patio expansions. 10/17/2020 2:30 PM
263 cycling routes 10/17/2020 2:23 PM
264 More walkability and bikability and green space 10/17/2020 2:19 PM
265 High use of park spaces, quietTO streets and activeTO bike routes. 10/17/2020 2:05 PM
266 Open space 10/17/2020 1:03 PM
267 Reduction in vehicular traffic and routes 10/17/2020 11:55 AM
268 more bike lanes opened 10/17/2020 11:02 AM
269 Patios 10/17/2020 11:01 AM
270 Opening streets for physical activities on weekends 10/17/2020 10:56 AM
271 Nothing 10/17/2020 10:42 AM
272 Prioritizing active transport and people first. Snow clearing for pedestrians and cyclists. 10/17/2020 10:39 AM
273 Biking infrastructure, widened programming on streets (restaurant spillout for example), quiet 10/17/2020 9:35 AM streets, more space for pedestrians, closing lake shore for cycling
274 more bike lanes protected from vehicle traffic by physical barrier. 10/17/2020 7:49 AM
275 Open cycling and running spaces that are wider than currently exist. Example. Closing 10/17/2020 7:36 AM gardener. Bravo. SEPARATE CYCLING LANES FROM RUNNING ONES. see Paris and nyc as examples
276 less crowding 10/17/2020 4:36 AM
277 More space for pedestrians and cyclists 10/17/2020 12:55 AM
278 less policing of space 10/17/2020 12:14 AM
279 More pedestrian friendly streets (only accessible to pedestrians)! They have been a huge 10/16/2020 10:45 PM success in Toronto and around the world during the pandemic.
280 Active transportation routes and extended patio spaces 10/16/2020 10:22 PM
281 Focus on dedicating more to the outdoors (patios on roads; dedicated bike lanes; more 10/16/2020 10:02 PM sidewalk)
282 Bike lanes 10/16/2020 9:57 PM
283 More pedestrian, cycling infrastructure. Temporary summer patios for restaurants and cafes. 10/16/2020 9:52 PM Local traffic only streets.
284 complete streets (especially Destination Danforth) 10/16/2020 9:44 PM
285 outdoor patios 10/16/2020 9:10 PM
286 The use of park space. Outdoor events (free/low cost) 10/16/2020 9:07 PM
287 A sense of community 10/16/2020 8:24 PM
288 Better cycling infrastructure and a new way of looking at roads 10/16/2020 7:57 PM
289 More people using outdoor spaces 10/16/2020 7:48 PM
290 Streets closed to traffic 10/16/2020 7:48 PM
291 shutting down streets for pedestrian and restaurant use. 10/16/2020 7:45 PM
292 More emphasis on pedestrians 10/16/2020 7:38 PM
293 Expanded patios and bike lanes, designated car-free streets, less traffic and pollution 10/16/2020 7:17 PM
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294 Those ugly condos should not be built at the waterfront 10/16/2020 7:16 PM
295 Common use of public fire pits and barbeques (I wish this could legally continue through the 10/16/2020 7:13 PM winter)
296 New cycling infrastructure, including turning Lakeshore into a cycling highway on weekends. 10/16/2020 7:06 PM An urgency to building and acquiring affordable housing.
297 Expansion of green spaces 10/16/2020 5:53 PM
298 More outdoor dining; pedestrian bike priority. 10/16/2020 5:31 PM
299 More outdoor dining space and better cycling routes 10/16/2020 5:01 PM
300 expansion of recreational and dining space into streets - needs to be formalized, currently feels 10/16/2020 4:46 PM dangerous
301 New cycle tracks and increased patio space. 10/16/2020 4:12 PM
302 It kicked me out 10/16/2020 2:31 PM
303 more space for pedestrians 10/16/2020 2:20 PM
304 Bike paths 10/16/2020 2:14 PM
305 traffic and road closures for pedestrians and cyclists, infrastructure for outdoor dining 10/16/2020 1:30 PM
306 Greater care for out-of-doors, nature, biodiversity, habitat creation 10/16/2020 12:55 PM
307 Increased nature appreciation, use of streets for dining, biking 10/16/2020 12:33 PM
308 An awakening to the importance of bike lanes, the pedestrian realm, the importance of parks 10/16/2020 11:51 AM and beaches and the need to maintain and refurbish these assets.
309 The expansion of the protected cycling infrastructure has been a joy! 10/16/2020 11:42 AM
310 New CycleTracks/Protected Bike lanes 10/16/2020 11:34 AM
311 ActiveTO, open streets, pedestrianised spaces 10/16/2020 11:14 AM
312 More safe walking areas. 10/16/2020 10:58 AM
313 more parks and greenspace 10/16/2020 10:49 AM
314 The ActiveTO bike lanes and removal and limiting of cars in public spaces like High Park, on 10/16/2020 10:36 AM Yonge, Lakeshore, Bayview etc.
315 More pedestrianized streets and priority for transit, restaurant patios 10/16/2020 10:32 AM
316 cycling infrastructure, more space for pedestrians and cyclists 10/16/2020 10:29 AM
317 More priority for bikes, buses, patios, safer car speeds. 10/16/2020 10:19 AM
318 ? 10/15/2020 10:40 PM
319 so many changes!! none that I want to continue...... lack of ease in going out to eat, less 10/15/2020 9:22 PM traffic b/c of people working at home, etc.
320 more space for bikes and walking; patios 10/15/2020 7:53 PM
321 Great use of green spaces 10/15/2020 6:57 PM
322 Physical Distancing 10/15/2020 6:54 PM
323 More effort has been taken to make more spaces enjoyable, such as turning on-street parking 10/15/2020 6:43 PM over to patios
324 Cycle routes, patios, streets for pedestrians -- all great 10/15/2020 6:18 PM
325 I would like to see bike infrastructure maintained or increased, also outdoor patios winterized 10/15/2020 6:13 PM
326 Bike lanes 10/15/2020 4:52 PM
327 I love the work from home/flexible work arrangements leading to less commuting. The bike 10/15/2020 4:11 PM
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lanes and quiet streets have been great. Wider sidewalks with wider space for restaurant/bars has also been nice.
328 More people biking has reduced safety especially between novice and experienced cyclists 10/15/2020 3:01 PM
329 Pedestrian and cycling expansion. Outdoor restaurant patios. Active TO. 10/15/2020 2:56 PM
330 More open space for pedestrians and cyclists, fewer vehicles around 10/15/2020 2:21 PM
331 Finding a balance of keeping people safe but being able to be outdoors and remain physically 10/15/2020 2:20 PM active!
332 social distancing 10/15/2020 11:18 AM
333 bicycle lanes and patio spaces on streets 10/15/2020 11:10 AM
334 Increased active space from ActiveTO of bike lanes and quited streets. 10/15/2020 11:08 AM
335 City animal life regeneration 10/15/2020 10:48 AM
336 outdoor dining and seating 10/15/2020 10:04 AM
337 Bikes and people walking given higher priority on roads 10/15/2020 9:20 AM
338 outdoor spaces for restaurants, bike lanes, pedestrian streets. 10/15/2020 9:15 AM
339 Outdoor patios 10/15/2020 5:03 AM
340 Less cars and planes, more bike paths. More of a focus on providing space for people to be 10/14/2020 11:13 PM outdoors
341 Nothing 10/14/2020 9:56 PM
342 The new bike lanes, street-side patios, public realm improvements, sidewalk space, road 10/14/2020 9:52 PM closures, quiet streets. However, I am very concerned about the increased demand for suburban houses and condo vacancies. This really shows that our condo boom has not resulted in livable places (they are thus not attractive to buyers as their main function is proximity to work) and new developments should have larger units, street vibrancy, high-quality design (very important), family uses, diverse building typologies, and more things to make compact urbanism attractive for everyone!
343 Tons of all different age groups using public spaces 10/14/2020 8:38 PM
344 Bike lanes everywhere please! My kids can now bike in the city, they could not before COVID 10/14/2020 7:45 PM without the lanes.
345 More quiet 10/14/2020 7:32 PM
346 ActiveTO; additional bike lanes 10/14/2020 7:11 PM
347 There have been several new bike lanes added to the city. Would like to see these remain in a 10/14/2020 6:13 PM post COVID world.
348 bike lanes, sidewalk restaurant space 10/14/2020 6:11 PM
349 CafeTO 10/14/2020 5:39 PM
350 More green spaces so that we can work toward climate changes 10/14/2020 5:07 PM
351 Patios and the floral ambiance around them. 10/14/2020 4:46 PM
352 Less cars in the downtown core and WalkTO. 10/14/2020 4:37 PM
353 ActiveTO areas are awesome. The new bike lanes are awesome. Please do more of this 10/14/2020 4:25 PM
354 Share the street is a good idea 10/14/2020 4:25 PM
355 less car use 10/14/2020 3:58 PM
356 N/a 10/14/2020 3:48 PM
357 More use of green space, more family friendly spaces 10/14/2020 3:45 PM
358 Masks 10/14/2020 3:37 PM
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359 less car traffic on the road; more space for pedestrians and cyclists 10/14/2020 3:28 PM
360 More bike lanes, more spacing in parks with fewer organized/commercial events - allows local 10/14/2020 2:38 PM residents to enjoy the park space more, more outdoor dining. If you’re going to create such dense neighbourhoods, design and program the public spaces to support its residents, not just tourists. Some programming is great, but unprogrammed space is great too for people who’s only private access to the outdoors might only be a window or small balcony.
361 Less traffic and congestion 10/14/2020 2:28 PM
362 Strong cycling infrastructure, wider sidewalks, outdoor dining 10/14/2020 2:12 PM
363 more people walking and enjoying parks, lakefront, etc 10/14/2020 1:39 PM
364 ActiveTO and CafeTO 10/14/2020 1:35 PM
365 Bike lanes, wider sidewalks, more outdoor patios 10/14/2020 1:17 PM
366 Allocating more road and public space to active transportation and recreation (people, not cars) 10/14/2020 1:13 PM
367 increased outdoor life such as patios 10/14/2020 1:01 PM
368 prioritization of pedestrians. Road closures, wider sidewalks, more space for walking. 10/14/2020 12:55 PM
369 More safe space for pedestrians and cyclists. 10/14/2020 12:52 PM
370 greater emphasis on pedestrian friendly options 10/14/2020 12:23 PM
371 spacing 10/14/2020 12:03 PM
372 ActiveTO 10/14/2020 10:35 AM
373 More pedestrianized streets 10/14/2020 10:34 AM
374 None 10/14/2020 10:31 AM
375 Bike lanes, sidewalk patios 10/14/2020 9:06 AM
376 N/A 10/14/2020 8:50 AM
377 Reduced traffic 10/14/2020 8:40 AM
378 Expanded bike infrastructure and outdoor dining 10/14/2020 7:24 AM
379 the ability to frequent these spaces for all. 10/14/2020 7:19 AM
380 CafeTO 10/13/2020 10:36 PM
381 Danforth and other cycling. extended patio seasob 10/13/2020 9:49 PM
382 Not too many bars and clubs open. Good for the city 10/13/2020 9:44 PM
383 It's very refreshing to see more public space used for cafes and active transportation and less 10/13/2020 9:43 PM space dedicated to cars. It would be nice to preserve these changes.
384 less traffic and cleaner air 10/13/2020 9:39 PM
385 more wildlife, less noise polution (car, traffic jam) 10/13/2020 9:10 PM
386 Cleaner air, less traffic 10/13/2020 6:52 PM
387 Bike lanes 10/13/2020 6:34 PM
388 Affordable housing; public washrooms 10/13/2020 6:24 PM
389 A large expansion of protected safe cycling / micromobility infrastructure. 10/13/2020 5:37 PM
390 n/a 10/13/2020 5:37 PM
391 more space for pedestrians, cyclist, etc. reduced cars 10/13/2020 5:17 PM
392 More safe cycling opportunities 10/13/2020 5:17 PM
393 Outdoor Patios, open-air restaurants, People-oriented streets (No traffic), open boardwalk 10/13/2020 5:16 PM settings
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394 More bike lanes, more quiet streets, less car emphasis, more sidewalk and pedestrian spaces 10/13/2020 4:50 PM
395 People respecting other people’s space 10/13/2020 4:44 PM
396 Increase in separated cycling lanes, increased patio spaces. 10/13/2020 4:43 PM
397 More sanitization stations 10/13/2020 4:42 PM
398 Focus on pedestrian access and movement 10/13/2020 4:39 PM
399 Reduced vehicle traffic, more pedestrian traffic 10/13/2020 4:30 PM
400 ActiveTO stuff, bike lanes (thanks a lot) 10/13/2020 4:22 PM
401 ActiveTO, bicycle lanes, fewer people commuting to work 10/13/2020 4:17 PM
402 more roads closed for local traffic access only 10/13/2020 4:06 PM
403 Spacious parks being utilized for all its grass 10/13/2020 4:03 PM
404 People walking and using parks and open air spaces. 10/13/2020 3:47 PM
405 Bike lanes, patios everywhere, streets closed for active rec. 10/13/2020 3:16 PM
406 Active space for people not vehicles. 10/13/2020 3:01 PM
407 Extension of patios 10/13/2020 3:00 PM
408 Street or sections of the City closed to allow for biking, walking jogging etc. 10/13/2020 2:51 PM
409 x 10/13/2020 2:39 PM
410 Taking less space for cars on roads, more for patios and other engaging spaces. 10/13/2020 2:35 PM
411 Can’t think of any thing sorry, 10/13/2020 2:11 PM
412 Complete Streets. People taking Priority over Cars and Parking. 10/13/2020 2:11 PM
413 I think that people have a renewed interest in Nature, cycling, walking and exploring their own 10/13/2020 2:04 PM city instead of travelling abroad
414 Seeing Plexi Glass Barriers in between self check outs at Shoppers Drug Mart, Seeing 10/13/2020 1:55 PM cleaning down of cash and self checkout at Grocery Stores, new park and green spaces like St James Park
415 Street closings for weekends for biking and walking 10/13/2020 1:50 PM
416 Active TO 10/13/2020 1:49 PM
417 fewer cars 10/13/2020 1:46 PM
418 greater emphasis on active transportation and use of parks and green spaces 10/13/2020 1:44 PM
419 Time spent outdoors in parks and green spaces 10/13/2020 1:38 PM
420 outside patios, active TO 10/13/2020 1:37 PM
421 Bike lanes / complete street design on the danforth 10/13/2020 1:26 PM
422 Virtual meetings are very accessible 10/13/2020 1:18 PM
423 Relatively safe public spaces for all 10/13/2020 1:11 PM
424 ActiveTO has been a lifesaver for my family and I. We'd be even more depressed without it. I'd 10/13/2020 1:05 PM love to see a permanent version of some of these initiatives.
425 Reduction in street space given over to cars 10/13/2020 1:00 PM
426 Less air pollution, less automobile traffic 10/13/2020 12:53 PM
427 more space for pedestrians 10/13/2020 12:50 PM
428 Less traffic. Closure of big roads for cycling, roller blading, running. 10/13/2020 12:49 PM
429 Closing lanes to traffic/opening them up to pedestrians. 10/13/2020 12:44 PM
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430 Fewer cars 10/13/2020 12:44 PM
431 Street Patios & heaters (Cafe TO) - needs to be made permanent ASAP so that businesses 10/13/2020 12:34 PM can feel comfortable investing
432 Outdoor dining 10/13/2020 12:26 PM
433 less traffic (despite more road repairs!) 10/13/2020 12:23 PM
434 Parks and natural environments 10/13/2020 12:22 PM
435 Outdoor cafes and restaurants with relaxed set up rules. 10/13/2020 12:18 PM
436 dedicated cycle and walking paths 10/13/2020 12:18 PM
437 Most of the changes in the restaurant sector 10/13/2020 12:16 PM
438 Clean stations 10/13/2020 12:14 PM
439 None. We just need to get back to the Toronto that we were before Black Lives Matter forced 10/13/2020 12:07 PM the hand of every cultural institution.
440 easier to get around by car 10/13/2020 12:03 PM
441 More sidewalk cafes 10/13/2020 12:00 PM
442 permanent bike lanes, outdoor dining, eased liquor licensing laws, 10/13/2020 12:00 PM
443 Construction seems to be moving faster, projects completed more speedily 10/13/2020 11:58 AM
444 Traffic lane closures to accommodate bikes and buses (such as ActiveTO and RapidTO) 10/13/2020 11:29 AM
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# RESPONSES DATE 1 I really do not like what Waterfront has done to Queens Quay east of downtown. The cycle 10/25/2020 11:34 PM path is very frustrating because it should be beautiful, but I can only see condos and unsightly office buildings. It should be like Coronation Park - open access and park space for the waterfront. Even Sugar Beach - it’s nice, but tiny, and no interaction with nature.
2 Quayside being the last parcel of lands on the Eastern side of Toronto's Waterfront offers a 10/25/2020 8:34 PM unique opportunity to ensure that the development sets an example for incorporating all the science and technology that are essential to mitigate the effects of climate change to ensure minimum carbon foot print, renewable energy sources like solar, wind, geo thermal where possible.
3 As a local Quayside resident, looking forward to seeing what comes of this next planning 10/25/2020 5:44 PM phase!
4 Indigenous voices need to be front and centre in planning and implementation. 10/25/2020 4:55 PM
5 I think it will be incredibly important to provide all-weather, adaptable, and creative public realm 10/25/2020 1:52 PM spaces going forward. The typical all-outdoors park design just doesn't cut it when half the year is cold and wet. I'm also wary of these spaces becoming tourist destinations - I think there needs to be active programming to keep it accessible to local residents of all socio-economic backgrounds.
6 Affordable housing is essential for our future as an evolved society. Homelessness is 10/25/2020 1:39 PM unconscionable and the pandemic has brought this to our attention . Housing people reduces the costs to our society in so many ways. At the same time the mental health and social services are essential to assist people in this transition from living on the street to being housed properly
7 I would like to see more of the innovations that we saw as suggestions for Sidewalk Toronto- 10/25/2020 12:05 PM safe streets, for cyclists and pedestrians, more transit - LRT for Queen's Quay E- waste reduction strategies- more deeply affordable housing- more housing built with wood- and need to be Leed Platinum. I don't want to lose all of the great work we all did with Sidewalk. thanks !
8 I would much prefer to see a well-built Quayside using traditional methods than some arbitrary 10/25/2020 11:41 AM "innovative" or "technological" dystopia like Sidewalk Labs was proposing. Show other cities that you can do it well the traditional way, and that you don't need to sell out to capitalist monopolies for the sake of being a "f u t u r e c i t y".
9 Put safety at the top of the list. Take decisions away from the polititions 10/25/2020 11:37 AM
10 Stick to the requirements. Developers can afford to implement them and still make a profit. 10/25/2020 11:18 AM Low/no carbon should be required.
11 Happy to see inclusivity as a priority 10/25/2020 10:05 AM
12 please encourage the development partner(s) to push the needle on innovation, especially in 10/24/2020 9:24 PM areas where significant advancements were made in Quayside 1.0 (i.e. mass timber).
13 No 10/24/2020 9:11 PM
14 We need a waterfront with great lighting (street/sidewalk lights) to promote a safe and 10/24/2020 7:34 PM aesthetically beautiful place that can be enjoyed at night as well. A lot of our public outdoor spaces are unfortunately very dark at night!
15 N/a 10/24/2020 5:49 PM
16 I know homelessness is very challenging problem to solve. It is hard to feel safe and engage 10/24/2020 5:15 PM in public spaces where people are living, doing drugs, etc.
17 We need some iconic buildings on the waterfront, like the Sydney opera house 10/24/2020 2:41 PM
18 Keep up the great work 10/24/2020 2:28 PM
19 Don't build a condo on every square inch. Remember that people will always need a car for 10/24/2020 10:20 AM some things. Don't make it impossible for people to drive and park here.
20 No. 10/24/2020 8:46 AM
21 Thank you for your work 10/24/2020 8:44 AM
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22 No 10/24/2020 7:04 AM
23 It is essential the Waterfront Waterfront Toronto reach out to the Indigenous Community 10/24/2020 4:03 AM through virtual Town Hall meetings to receive input, suggestions and solutions. Native agencies do not speak on behalf of all Indigenous community and should not be the sole go to for advice and strategic planning! Create a Community advisory committee with Indigenous people who have lived experience. The selection process should be fair and chosen by Waterfront Toronto employees. The open proposal process to Indigenous artists is extremely flawed and discriminatory because the criteria fails to include artists who are skilled but dont neccesarily have a standard professional portfolio.
24 I would love to see something in this space that's not designed to profit off people, or with the 10/24/2020 12:22 AM idea of attracting outside money to Toronto. Can we design a neighbourhood for the people of every background, age, and culture already here, people who have been holding out in this city in hopes of stable housing, livable neighbourhoods, people-centred planning? Community-first, basically?
25 Please keep the area as natural as possible. Over development is just as bad as none. 10/23/2020 11:37 PM
26 No 10/23/2020 8:46 PM
27 Please prioritize GREEN space, not concrete and gravel space. Some city parks are sorry 10/23/2020 7:57 PM excuses for parks. We need GREEN grass, mature trees, and sustainable substrates. Thank you.
28 The lake is an incredible feature that should be preserved environmentally and enhanced 10/23/2020 6:53 PM socially - lots of great inspiration to draw on from other waterfront cities that make the space something everyone from every income level/age/ethnicity/background/ability/area of the city can enjoy. Toronto is for everyone, water is for everyone. Would be great to inquire with the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples to determine best use. Don't waste the shoreline on private patios and creating another restaurant hub. Food options are good but should be mobile/affordable/beach- friendly.
29 I believe Innovative is fourth key word that should be added to the three you have for 10/23/2020 6:36 PM Quayside. Waterfront Toronto seems to have taken a few steps back from the previous process that resulted in the awarding of Sidewalk Labs.
30 No 10/23/2020 4:12 PM
31 Pedestrianize as much as possible 10/23/2020 3:17 PM
32 Transit is very important 10/23/2020 2:37 PM
33 No. 10/23/2020 2:14 PM
34 These questions were more geared toward something that's only been a factor for a few 10/23/2020 1:42 PM months out of the past century. It would be more relevant to ask about Toronto how it usually is vs Toronto in the future instead of during a tiny blip.
35 Suggest a year round outdoor public pool! Love the outdoor pool in Edmonton by GH3. 10/23/2020 1:20 PM
36 I would just recommend that any proposal also considers Canadian innovation and look at low- 10/23/2020 12:59 PM carbon, sustainable building materials as part of its plan. This includes across all building materials whether it is concrete, steel or wood as they all have an important role to play in low- carbon building, reducing GHGs, and building sustainable communities.
37 Thank you for the great work, would you please add some retail space on the higher floor of 10/23/2020 12:15 PM the Blocks for restaurants? Quayside is a wonderful spot for Toronto Skyline and there is almost none good spot for restaurants on waterfront, with fantastic view...Torotonians deserve some good restaurant with city view (does not have to be high end) when we take family/visiting friends to the waterfront
38 Don’t put neighbourhood planning in private hands. No more Sidewalk Labs type of ventures 10/23/2020 10:34 AM
39 No 10/23/2020 10:31 AM
40 no 10/23/2020 8:46 AM
41 No 10/23/2020 5:21 AM
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42 I want to see higher quality of architecture that responds to the waterfront visually but also in a 10/23/2020 1:06 AM smaller massing such as in Europe.
43 Another household member completed the survey and we both strongly feel the need to voice 10/22/2020 11:21 PM our support for a pedestrian "city" at Quayside. The Grove in LA and Leicester Square in London(UK) are perfect examples of something we can have at Quayside. We definitely do not have anything of that sort in Toronto and the pandemic showed how crucial public spaces are. Places like The Grove and Leicester Square are top tourist/local attractions in their respective cities year-round. They provide a space for the community to meet, safely walk around in the pedestrian only areas, enjoy a variety of retail and restaurant, public art, water features throughout, entertainment (movie theatre), museums, patio dining right on the lake, overlooking water activities in the slip, maybe even dining on the water with the use of pods/piers, enjoying green spaces within, etc. This is one of our only large lands in a prime location on the Waterfront and pedestrian streets/cities have been so successful around the world but are lacking but well-needed in our city. This photo (https://i.cbc.ca/1.4789296.1534525583!/fileImage/httpImage/image.png_gen/derivatives/16x9_ 780/sidewalk-toronto.png) is a perfect example of the minimum stuff we can do to animate the slip year-round. Thank you so much for reading through and I really hope our feedback is taken into consideration. All the best
44 No 10/22/2020 11:10 PM
45 I miss ALL the public events - like the Jays games, Milano Indy, The Exhibition, music 10/22/2020 10:11 PM concerts. I do like less traffic!
46 No 10/22/2020 8:34 PM
47 Just think: What would Jane Jacobs do. 10/22/2020 7:22 PM
48 When we plan for the design, it’s important to look into variety and be ambitious, as when we 10/22/2020 6:39 PM plan for neighbourhoods to be built 10+ years from now, by the time we reach the end of construction, our standards of design and aesthetics and way of life change. This has to stand the test of time as well as making it a tourist destination because of it’s proximity to downtown, east harbour, distillery etc. Keating channel can be a world-class amenity with Amsterdam-style boat restuarants and pretty lights in the evening etc.
49 My focus is on preserving public access to water which will be ever more important with the 10/22/2020 4:40 PM global warming and increased density in cities. I believe areas near water, because of their uniquness should remain housing and commercial free for this very reason.
50 Make it fun and interactive ! People could actually enjoy their time in public spaces and 10/22/2020 3:43 PM wonder instead of just using it to commute or as transitory places
51 Limit the height of the buildings so the lake isn't blocked off from the city. 10/22/2020 3:40 PM
52 I felt the first question is worded poorly. First sentence is about affordability however the 10/22/2020 3:29 PM second sentence is about discrimination. Any answer to this question is somewhat flawed in my opinion because is the person agreeing to the need for affordability or the need for non- discriminatory communities.
53 ensure the spaces are affordable, green, access to public transit, and are connected to greater 10/22/2020 11:56 AM employment, retail, and transportation grids (not build an isolated community of affordable housing)
54 I'd love to see the Portlands area left wild...it's a great place to cycle and escape from the city 10/22/2020 11:35 AM and dense/sterile/crowded condo-land that most of downtown is.
55 Nope 10/22/2020 11:23 AM
56 The public is being consulted to death on quayside. None of your proposed goals could be 10/22/2020 9:00 AM offensive to anyone so why waste the time and money consulting? If several people said they want a less inclusive development would you really listen anyway? Wait until there is a new physical proposal on the table and more meaningful feedback can be given. Or, trust your planning and architecture professionals and just do it.
57 No 10/22/2020 8:58 AM
58 Thank you for asking. 10/22/2020 8:58 AM
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59 Focus on creating fun to be in outdoor/outdoor spaces. 10/22/2020 7:44 AM
60 Mixed-use residences would be so welcome, a midrise condo with cafes and small grocers on 10/22/2020 7:39 AM the main level is exactly what I want to live in and so hard to find in Toronto.
61 Continue to actively engage with the public. Never to much information 10/22/2020 7:20 AM
62 No 10/22/2020 1:16 AM
63 No 10/22/2020 12:05 AM
64 Quayside should be a vibrant, environmentally friendly and tourist hotspot for Toronto! 10/21/2020 10:43 PM
65 Thanks for getting this out for people to contribute to. 10/21/2020 10:39 PM
66 Toronto needs more green space and easier access to the lake. 10/21/2020 10:30 PM
67 Please, please, please preserve the climate-positive elements of the Sidewalk Labs MIDP. 10/21/2020 9:46 PM This project can still be innovative and make a significant impact if it only focuses on that one area. This should be where tall timber takes off in Canada. Push planners to focus on the principles of the project and the planning framework when assessing the development plan. And get it done right, but get it done fast. I want to live to see this come to fruition. This community should be adaptable to the point that we start to question the long-standing assumptions we make about city living: that you have to drive to get across town; that you have to move out of your apartment when you start a family; that roads are for cars. It also needs to feature: - complete streets safe for all ages, that don't amplify human error into broken bones and lost loved ones; - a built and embodied recognition of the deep heritage of our waterfront, extending back to the indigenous stewards of this land; - a fully accessible public realm; - building and public realm designs that foster a vibrant and inclusive social fabric.
68 Be dynamic... Leave the trees in Love park 10/21/2020 9:26 PM
69 Waterfront Toronto is best when they’re bold. Don’t lose sight of that. 10/21/2020 8:50 PM
70 More informative videos like this both before and during construction. Your communications 10/21/2020 8:40 PM are haphazard and tend to treat us as ill informed and needing to be sold on waterfront development.
71 Please install more public bathrooms in the city as well as seating which is the correct height 10/21/2020 7:38 PM for seniors. The city could do with more art installations like the two on King Street at St James Park. They engage the public, add some fun and creativity. The benches at St James Park are a good height. The outdoor furniture at Berczy Park has some very casual lounge chairs which are awkward for lots of people. The straight back ones work better. Also the fountain and benches at Berczy are wonderful. Thanks.
72 start addressing the imbalance between high density residential areas in the south east(St. 10/21/2020 6:52 PM Lawrence to the Distillery) and green space with access to the water...this side of the Toronto Islands
73 NO 10/21/2020 5:48 PM
74 It is crucial that the city reconfigure how it understands "affordable housing." Affording housing 10/21/2020 5:32 PM projects are resulting in the construction of smaller living spaces, which if not rent stabilized or protected against gentrification will result (and HAS ALREADY resulted) in ever increasing housing prices. 300 sq ft is not enough space for a small family to thrive.
75 Please prioritize affordable housing in this crisis. 10/21/2020 5:12 PM
76 Kind of a saccharin survey. Not clear that you are actually trying to find out anything. More like 10/21/2020 4:34 PM a PR document. This somewhat tracks with my impressions during the WFT/SWL work last year - it seemed to be going through the motions for the sake of appearing to be seeking community input without actually seeking community input. I spend a lot of my time thinking about how to do workshops and such that are effective arenas for creative listening. I didn't sense much of that going on.
77 This is an opportunity to be a model for other developments to aspire to - please be ambitious 10/21/2020 4:22 PM and bold and design for scalability of your plan
78 make affordable housing a requirement and priority for this community 10/21/2020 4:06 PM
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79 Please consider how Toronto has very little uniqueness to itself for a city of its size. Culturally 10/21/2020 3:58 PM innovate and make something that is truly Toronto that the rest of the world can marvel at. Seriously, talk to immigrants and you'll find that to them, we don't have the same cultural uniqueness as other cities like New York, LA, Paris, hell we even trail behind Chicago. Part of this starts with neighbourhood design.
80 No 10/21/2020 3:48 PM
81 The Sidewalk innovations I was most excited about was in building technology that shifted 10/21/2020 3:43 PM away from concrete and other polluting materials, and designed ecologically-friendly spaces that could be modified for a variety of needs. It would be great to see some elements of that remain.
82 We need the East Bayfront LRT asap 10/21/2020 3:29 PM
83 There are few spaces on the waterfront that the public can access the Lake for the special 10/21/2020 1:37 PM enjoyment of being on the water, so provide for easy to use activities like kayak and canoe rental. The slip is perfect for this.
84 Build a truly affordable community. Don't be satisfied with a token effort at affordability which 10/21/2020 12:49 PM at about 10% of units to date is what Waterfront Toronto haas accomplished so far. Also although I'm a senior myself, and although seniors in long term care have borne the worst tragedy of the pandemic, don't go too far down the seniors route. That would be a cop out. Sweet old seniors like me are an easy political sell. Let's also build a community for the personal support workers, grocery clerks, couriers and other "heroes" of the pandemic.
85 The quayside area sits next to 12-16 lanes of traffic, including constant cement trucks, cranes 10/21/2020 12:29 PM and excavation equipment - as well as 7+ (more bring built) diesel rail tracks. Give us a break and allow an expanse of green space where we can breathe, relax & recharge.
86 No 10/21/2020 12:13 PM
87 n/a 10/21/2020 11:31 AM
88 This place is going to contribute to making Toronto world-class. Do not settle for design that 10/21/2020 11:14 AM meets aesthetic preferations for now. Think beyond the next 20-30 years, be ambitious with the design because when we plan for things, by the time we start building to the time we finish, most design standards have changed and the ways we live change, so it might look outdated or not applicable to the Toronto of today, think outside the box and plan for the future. Keep sidewalk lab's spirit, and produce mass timber and other low-carbon buildings. Have an international design competition where the public gets input, to get the best rendering of this site as a city within a city.
89 Before we can build a community, we need to house people. Homelessness can no longer be 10/21/2020 10:48 AM tolerated. How will we pat ourselves on the back on our bike lanes when people do not have access to shelter and the ability to shelter in place? Before we think about green space, active transportation, retail space and galleries, let's ensure ALL peoples have access to shelter.
90 This should be an annual question or similar of specific developments for all residents or 10/21/2020 10:44 AM during election years to be collected and stored by the city.
91 Nope 10/21/2020 8:48 AM
92 I'm delighted to learn that Waterfront is reconsidering plans for Quayside, and taking into 10/21/2020 12:23 AM account the need for functioning ecosystems along the lake. The pandemic has raised my awareness of the need for parks and conservation land in which individuals of all abilities can find space to connect with nature. I can't count the number of times people have commented that the sound of birds kept them sane during this extraordinary time. As a community, Torontonians may have to learn to spend much more time outdoors, in all seasons, if we're to continue to enjoy social and cultural life -- how much easier that will be if planning includes support for readily accessible natural spaces.
93 No 10/21/2020 12:10 AM
94 You have a real opportunity to make this part of the city work for its residents. Own that 10/20/2020 11:47 PM accountability, and don't let private sector partners use consultant speak to bully you into giving that up. Build a model that we can scale across the city to address inequality, embrace diversity, and level the playing field for all people in this city
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95 There needs to be attention to the purpose of sidewalks as a safe place for people to walk 10/20/2020 11:15 PM without threat of bicycles and e-scooters. Bicycles, adult tricycles and EMMO electric bikes need to be licensed and forbidden from sidewalks.
96 No 10/20/2020 10:41 PM
97 Renderings that I've seen show oversized lanes on oversized roads - and too many of them. I 10/20/2020 9:20 PM hope that that will change.
98 There is an affordable housing crisis in this city. We need PUBLIC housing (THC) in the new 10/20/2020 9:06 PM development
99 It’s been hard on drivers, but I think the CycleTO paths up the Bayview extensión have been 10/20/2020 8:58 PM amazing on weekends. People will keep adapting if we continue this amazing initiative. I also like the greater street space for outdoor dining.
100 Why does the City insist on developing every square meter of land? Can't we just turn it into a 10/20/2020 8:21 PM nice park space like Coronation Park? Aren't we complaining that there isn't enough park space in the downtown core? Much cheaper too.
101 Thank you for asking for input. I'm excited to see what develops and appreciate all the 10/20/2020 8:07 PM considerations going into this work.
102 Truly understand what fighting climate change means. Some think building with wood is 10/20/2020 7:53 PM sustainable, but did you know that the forest industry doesn’t count over 65% of their emissions. See Wildlands League Study, Logging Scars. Also no GHGs from the forest industry are counted in provincial or national pollutant registry. So please use recent science and data. Don’t believe one industry’s story which is self serving.
103 Focus on sustainable solutions first 10/20/2020 7:20 PM
104 affordable housing now. stop real estate speculation. homes for families, not for investors. 10/20/2020 7:18 PM toronto community housing has not built any new units since the 1980s and that's an absolute disgrace
105 Well done! I enjoyed the survey 10/20/2020 6:56 PM
106 Quayside is an incredibly important part of Toronto's waterfront. It is critical that it remains as 10/20/2020 6:35 PM publicly accessibly as possible and becomes a complete community. NO developer should profit from this development. The City's RFP needs to be strong and put people first. Use it to meet the City's HousingTO and TransformTO goals.
107 Working on Toronto's waterfront is so slow compared to what other cities around the world are 10/20/2020 6:34 PM able to accomplish in far less time. Yes, I realize you are working with 3 levels of government, but really, can't things more faster and more efficiently. A person should be able to walk along Toronto's waterfront without all the interruptions. The waterfront should belong to no one - public access should be created at all cost and be a priority for the city. Water is the greatest asset we have in Toronto and yet it is very difficult to enjoy because of all the poorly designed projects along our waterfront. Let's try and get it right. Please prioritize public access to the waterfront.
108 Trees. We need more trees. 10/20/2020 6:15 PM
109 Please thoroughly consult with people with disabilities throughout this planning process and not 10/20/2020 5:53 PM as an afterthought. It is so much more difficult to make spaces accessible after the fact and doing so additionally burdens disabled people with the labour of fighting for change. It is essential that people with a variety of disabilities are involved in all access related decisions and are fairly compensated for their contributions.
110 Make accessing the lakeshore all along, from Scarborough to downtown, safer and more 10/20/2020 5:47 PM enjoyable
111 Please make live event spaces a prioity on this project 10/20/2020 3:18 PM
112 Nope 10/20/2020 2:35 PM
113 Affordable housing in the project should be permanently affordable with rent control. 10/20/2020 12:06 PM
114 I live in artist's affordable housing and I think it is really important that we are here. I have 10/20/2020 12:02 PM noticed that there have been attempts at joining committees/boards in the area but given that
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we are low income and not business professionals, but rather artists and thinkers, it is hard to gain entry into those types of environments. It is seemingly all rich white people that gather and advocate. It usually is advocating to "deal with homeless people" by the water as opposed to actually making this place vibrant and not just another land full of condos. We want to see community gardens, outdoor event/dance spaces, retail that isn't big chains and is also affordable. It would be a shame if all of the retail that show up here are chains because the rent is too high. I envision it being amazing if there were opportunity for art galleries (not big name ones but community and local based ones), small cafes run by native Torontonians, small businesses! Stuff like this :)
115 Building sustainably involves all building materials. Mass Timber structures are robbing our 10/20/2020 11:12 AM planet of mature intact Boreal forests -a carbon sink! Listen to science, please!
116 I participated in many Sidewalk Toronto townhalls previously. I work in the customer 10/20/2020 10:40 AM experience/arts/retail space would love to participate in Zoom call townhalls with Waterfront Toronto to provide more inputs. Feel free to reach out at [email protected]
117 Please include more green spaces with green energy and something we all can enjoy. 10/20/2020 9:57 AM
118 Accessibility must take precedence over commerce. Government should strongly curb 10/20/2020 6:06 AM business access to public space and private data.
119 toronto isn't just a place for the wealthy to park their money in real estate. don't regent park 10/19/2020 9:38 PM this up.
120 Patios and physically separated spaces. If this pandemic has shown me what people really 10/19/2020 9:16 PM need and want is outdoor walkable spaces and patios are #1 Support our local restaurants and bars!
121 Winter adaption for infrastructure and outside winter activities like fire pits and warning stations 10/19/2020 9:03 PM
122 More Schools are needed in the community, as it electric vehicle infrastructure 10/19/2020 8:42 PM
123 With the delayed development due to Sidewalk Labs, I hope we can expedite getting this new 10/19/2020 7:23 PM area of town developed. It’s been a dead zone for way too long.
124 We would love to have some architecturally appealing restaurants and pubs built along the 10/19/2020 6:54 PM shoreline facing water on a pedestrian boukevard. That's the one thing we always crave but don't have at the Waterfront area
125 Lots of park benches 10/19/2020 6:14 PM
126 use native trees and plants 10/19/2020 5:16 PM
127 Access to water is key-- places where people can jump in the water, pull up on a boat, or sit on 10/19/2020 4:27 PM the water's edge with a drink will do wonders for Torontonians livelihoods and draw many people into the area. Affordable housing is key and needs to be evenly distributed across the site throughout all buildings, not locked away in one or two inferior buildings or hidden with a separate affordable housing entrance. Public transit, walking, and cycling is incredibly important. Pedestrianized neighbourhoods are incredibly important. A fine grain of mixed uses and tenancies and price points is incredibly important. This needs to be the most sustainable neighbourhood in Canada. And not in the Sidewalk Labs green-washed way. Real, genuine, full life-cycle sustainability. Our planet is dying, and we have mounting food scarcity, water scarcity and severe weather throwing many challenges our way. The building industry is one of the largest contributors to this problem, Toronto one of the most over-developed cities in the world, and the quality of building materials incredibly low. We can't afford this anymore and haven't for a long time. Upcycled materials, low carbon footprint materials, biodiversity, stormwater management, on-site energy production supplemented by low-carbon off-site energy, on-site food production, pedestrianized neighbourhoods, end of trip facilities and cycle infrastructure, followed by public transit (not private ride-share companies like Lyft or Uber, real genuine affordable public transit). And to accomplish this--no more working with monopolies. Working with too few a number of developers, or architects will result in an abuse of power and a spatial monopoly in this area. Distribute sites and power among many actors to prevent the overreach of companies like Sidewalk Labs. On that note, no more smart cities and tech companies -- stop taking urban planning and architecture advice from actors not trained in that field. We need real low-tech solutions first. No more misrepresentations. The goals of Sidewalk Labs were lofty, the details of how they wanted to accomplish them were abusive and reckless. No changing our government structure, no deregulation, no regulation exemptions, no
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surveilling citizens. Promises of sustainability need to be holistic--it was clear that the previous proposal could not be sustainable given that it prioritized microprocessors and sensors in everything that would have required massive amounts of power and unnecessary materials to produce and maintain, not to mention the computing power required to do the necessary calculations to keep the neighbourhood running plus the additional analysis Sidewalk Labs would have been running on the side. Full life cycle analysis for all materials and energy used on site--no more hiding things in separate ledgers. Keep the public informed and keep pro- actively seek their advice before coming up with solutions.
128 Would love to see a project of similar calibre for the land that Sidewalks Labs was going to 10/19/2020 4:16 PM build. Would hate to see it become another CityPlace (bland architecture, lifeless streets, no destinations.)
129 Not at this time. thanks. 10/19/2020 3:48 PM
130 Other cities and countries who have successfully done this, and have done this well, are 10/19/2020 2:56 PM Singapore and Hong Kong. I highly recommend following the Singapore model of the Garden city to invigorate and demonstrate the beauty and functionality when integrating urban development with nature.
131 No 10/19/2020 2:35 PM
132 Yes. I am living in bayside village and travel under the gardener everyday at night and I feel 10/19/2020 1:59 PM unsafe each time. I would love to see lights installed down there. I am also an artist and would love to see the creativity of the citizens of this neighbourhood expressed somehow. Some ideas... graffiti wall that anyone can paint on without permission and a stage for community use (my opera singing neighbour has sang from their balcony, teenagers sometime dance together inside sherbourne commons). One more thing. Build the infrastructure for dance parties at cherry beach.
133 I would like to see more effort to incorporate natural green spaces into waterfront development 10/19/2020 1:25 PM to provide more habitats for native plants and wildlife, rather than concrete and pristine lawns.
134 Please keep these lands in the hands of the community and the wider public. Though 10/19/2020 1:04 PM partnerships across public and private industries are necessary in realizing this project, it is essential that communities and people take ownership of how they want these spaces to be used. We have seen what happens when profit and the needs of private corporations are prioritized (Metrolinx and Jane and Finch) or when residents are displaced during ongoing construction (Regent Park Revitalization Project). Keeping the community and the people major contributors to this project and giving them real decision making power at the table where developers, city planners, and government sit, will be essential to making sure that this project is successful.
135 No 10/19/2020 12:54 PM
136 Define affordable housing. 10/19/2020 12:28 PM
137 design area to make it a destination all year; might be a good location for a museum focused 10/19/2020 11:25 AM on the historical development of Toronto over the decades(including changes the physical structure and changes in our attitudes and prejudices.)
138 We pay respect to indigenous people of Canada in our public events, we need to have a 10/19/2020 10:38 AM presence of Indigenous culture and art in public spaces as the tribute to our unique origin. Please Keep up awesome work, it’s sincerely appreciated. There are areas for improvement, although city managed this crisis brilliantly. Thank you from the heart of the community.
139 Pilot Project for Community Compliance Officers We have a unique opportunity in creating the 10/19/2020 9:52 AM new Request for Proposal (RFP) for Quayside to challenge Development Partners to create and support a Pilot Project that delivers a better way to monitor and enforce safety and quality of life standards from the very inception of this new community. The results of this Pilot Project will not only benefit the Quayside and surrounding Waterfront area but can serve as a template for other communities across Toronto. While the Quayside revised goals are outlined as Inclusive, Resilient and Dynamic, residents of East Waterfront Community Association (EWCA) have concerns that "liveability" for Residents in the area isn't sufficiently being prioritized and protected. We understand that area businesses need to draw visitors "to enjoy the water and interesting things for them to do and see during all four seasons". But the concept of Dynamic as a goal needs to be further refined to take more proactive responsibility for the impact of drawing large numbers of visitors into the area and ensuring the liveability for
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Residents is not compromised. Residents are crucial to the success of this new community and retaining them through the full life-cycle must be built into the very design of the community. This challenge must be shared by the Development Partners. Much like the Percent for Public Art Program and Community Infrastructure Programs, the Developers would be required to create and fund a program that will protect liveability of the area for Residents. Over the past year, many civic leaders have grappled with the challenges of a Police force showing the strains under increasing pressure to be all things to all people. The calls to "defund the Police" highlight the need to create new ways to monitor and enforce in a manner that better meets the needs of neighbourhoods and protects quality of life standards for residents. Living in the Waterfront area, Residents are already facing the negative side effects of having large number of daily visitors drawn to the area, including "stunt driving" along Lakeshore, illegal AirBnB party suites, gun violence, all-night crowded events on the beach, unlicensed late-night fireworks, and unrestrained littering, human feces and needles. Residents, at all stages of their life-cycle, need a home that is safe and gives them comfort. The Quayside community can explore the creation of a Pilot Project for Community Compliance Officers - a highly trained group of community ambassadors that will patrol the area, have priority access to backup resources from Police or EMS as the situation requires, enforce safety rules, write tickets for non-violent infractions, and encourage compliance of quality of life standards that contribute to a liveable neighbourhood. These compliance officers would straddle the roles of a Security Guard, Police Officer and a friendly "Neighbourhood Watch" Volunteer. The results of this Pilot Project for Community Compliance Officers in Quayside could feed into the larger conversations across Toronto as communities grapple with accessible and neighbourhood policing.
140 No 10/19/2020 9:27 AM
141 The city is in desperate need of mature, healthy trees on the streets. Many of those that exist 10/19/2020 6:45 AM are dead or dying due to poor planting design, poor planting and inadequate care.
142 thank you for this survey 10/18/2020 11:58 PM
143 People should not be allowed to ride bikes on the walkway along the water from sugar beach to 10/18/2020 10:20 PM the end past Merchants' Wharf.
144 The aesthetics of any city’s Waterfront is so important. Travel to any beautiful waterfronts 10/18/2020 9:42 PM around the world & a lot of them are impressive. They are dynamic w great looking buildings, public spaces, restaurants & structures. Very inviting & a tourist attraction.
145 I'm glad that inclusivity is on the list because I think that's most important 10/18/2020 7:12 PM
146 Need timelines and critical decision-making action dates to ensure we have a solid plan and 10/18/2020 6:00 PM will execute to meet deadlines to put new community in place. Now is the time to make this happen (on time!).
147 N/A 10/18/2020 5:59 PM
148 Please do something about Sherbourne Commons Park north. It is unsafe for kids (bordered 10/18/2020 3:30 PM by 3 main roads and no fencing) and no fun stuff for kids to play on. Please redesign !!! A safe jungle gym, slide, swings, and perhaps a basket ball court for the big kids.
149 Please sure developers include in their proposals how they will accommodate established or 10/18/2020 1:42 PM larger families; 3 bedroom or 4 bedroom. We have enough studios and 1 bedroom which are forcing these young adults or young families to move away from the city. Let's build it so we can live here for a lifetime :)
150 As much as this should be family friendly, many new developments in the city already appeal 10/18/2020 1:20 PM to kids(i.e the future portlands parks) . How can quayside appeal to young adults and adults and also tourists who visit toronto and want a unique experience
151 Keep your process democratic 10/18/2020 1:17 PM
152 I understand that this city has some very serious issues with homelessness and mental 10/18/2020 12:46 PM health, but I do think it is crucial that the waterfront becomes a destination for all people in a safe way. Putting city homeless shelters on the waterfront close to parks and public spaces is poor planning in my opinion. The shelter located close to the soybean silo past Parliament has resulted in an increase in pollution, syringes in public spaces and camping out in public spaces. I do believe these shelters are incredibly important; however, they should not be located here. As a solution, I would suggest integrating more opportunities for the less
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fortunate to work down by the waterfront outside. Perhaps a program can be set up that can offer opportunities to clean the shoreline, maintain trees, plants, landscaping public realms and collecting garbage close to the water before it ends up in our lake.
153 Yes. Lots of good things going on. Beware foolish things like giving too much control to 10/18/2020 11:39 AM corporations for the development of things like the Google boondoggle. Public interest must be vested in the public... an inclusive public... NOT corporate interests. We need way more truly affordable housing. Not 600 units, but 6000 or 60000 much more likely. Seniors, people with disabilities, newcomers, etc must all have integrated access and opportunity to live in waterfront communities. Also... more thought needs be given to the fact that's on the water... what does that mean? how do we engage with Niigaani Gichigami (aka Lake Ontario)? we are not just land based people... we are on the water... what might that mean to not just "develop" land... but more fully engage people and water???? environmental concerns for water are only part of it... rain water run off, etc... How do we become more water engaged? how is that included in this planning? It's a serious oversight.
154 Appreciate the outreach! 10/18/2020 11:26 AM
155 I know this is about Quayside but to the west (Music Garden) there is a need for public 10/18/2020 11:04 AM washrooms. Many people want to spend time enjoying the waterfront but there are no facilities so people have been forced to use public spaces to relieve themselves (I know this because I can see from my balcony).
156 . 10/18/2020 9:48 AM
157 This chunk of land is unceded native land - there needs to be recognition of that and 10/18/2020 9:22 AM governance structures have to incorporate indigenous communities. Black communities, indigenous communities, and racialized communities are disproportionately affected by the for- profit condo and corporate developments. Part of the City's commitment to anti-racism needs to be preserving this space as one that preserves the natural environment and intentionally prioritizes marginalized community access. This includes subsidized housing - (e.g. TCHC buildings).
158 No 10/18/2020 8:51 AM
159 You’re doing important work that will help define us as a city for generations. 10/18/2020 8:41 AM
160 Where were the points where we could have been engaged in the project at an earlier phase? 10/17/2020 10:45 PM How can we continue to be engaged in a meaningful way?
161 You have a unique opportunity to really make the east waterfront a vibrant place. The west 10/17/2020 9:49 PM waterfront from jarvis to Ontario place is a dead zone wity very little attractions or F&B to keep people there after dusk. The East needs to have venues - think opera houses, theaters, concert halls along with large pedestrian only restaurant districts (think European cities - Dublin, Copenhagen)
162 More green spaces in the core of the city and better access to the lake 10/17/2020 7:50 PM
163 Please be concerned about the decrease in the use of the term "sustainable" and its 10/17/2020 7:17 PM replacement by the word "resilient," a real estate buzzword if there ever was one.
164 Ensure that housing is a mix of subsidized and market value, perhaps a 20/80 or 30/70 10/17/2020 7:13 PM subsidized/market
165 I don’t know when public (not for profit) housing turned into affordable housing but I don’t like it 10/17/2020 7:02 PM
166 We need safe, accessible, and hygienic public washrooms (with attendents servicing them like 10/17/2020 5:47 PM in many European cities).
167 no 10/17/2020 5:18 PM
168 Stop traffic turning right at RED lights 10/17/2020 4:29 PM
169 No 10/17/2020 11:01 AM
170 Please don’t make this into another drab condo block (ie cityplace) 10/17/2020 10:39 AM
171 None of these values and moral aspirations will work if the project is inherently focused on the 10/17/2020 9:35 AM capital gains of developers.
172 I prioritize affordable housing over everything else: not a single person should freeze to death 10/17/2020 7:49 AM
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on our streets, and I care more about housing those people than the profitability of any developer. Housing as a human right. Solve this first the rest is fluff.
173 Please not another generic Toronto development with a rexall and chain restaurant 10/17/2020 7:36 AM
174 lake side is a diverse community and a tourist attraction , policing and safety is a priority 10/17/2020 4:36 AM
175 AFFORDABLE HOUSING 10/17/2020 12:14 AM
176 Quayside is one of the last, if not the last, piece of large land in the downtown Waterfront area. 10/16/2020 10:45 PM Waterfront Toronto has worked so hard to bring more condos (live) and offices (work) to the Waterfront area but the entertainment aspect (play) is lacking. Almost everyone I talk to agrees and feels the same way. I really hope Quayside can be a highly needed cultural and entertainment site for all Waterfront residents, employees, city residents and everyone who visits! I would love to see a cultural site like an iconic opera house to define our skyline and provide entrainment. Maybe also a retail complex with a movie theatre. It would be nice to have the U shaped area be pedestrian only boulevards filled with restaurants, retail, music and green spaces/a public square to hold events. Lastly the U shaped area should also be animated and dynamic, hosting water activities such as flyboarding, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, etc.
177 It's impossible to do it all and please everyone. Please have a concept and focus and stick to 10/16/2020 10:02 PM the priorities to have this materialize.
178 Don’t try to be all things to all people it’s natural for a neighbourhood to be different from 10/16/2020 9:57 PM another neighbourhood
179 Use of Mass Timber, especially with the proximity of the Arbour building, is top priority for me. 10/16/2020 9:44 PM
180 The questions remain vague and overly generic 10/16/2020 8:24 PM
181 No 10/16/2020 7:48 PM
182 build more affordable housing. REAL affordable housing. 10/16/2020 7:45 PM
183 No 10/16/2020 7:38 PM
184 The waterfront is so much improved with awesome public spaces, as plan is rolled out. Wish 10/16/2020 7:17 PM there were more links/access to the water...ie flosting docks for Transient boaters....floating attractions etc. Not sad to see Sidewalk pull out...chance to do something truely local
185 Bring google smart city back. 10/16/2020 7:16 PM
186 One of the most significant problems with the last attempt to develop Quayside was the non- 10/16/2020 7:06 PM transparent, exclusionary, and disingenuous process Waterfront Toronto pursued in developing the project goals, developing the RFP, selecting a winning proponent, and engaging with the public. There has been extensive, in-depth critique of what was done and recommendations given for a participatory, ethical process where the public interest is prioritized and what that would look like. I sincerely hope that those recommendations will be adopted, and if they are, Waterfront Toronto will need to engage the public a whole lot more than sending out this short, superficial survey before developing an RFP.
187 Wildlife preservation needs to be a priority as part of public education, program development, 10/16/2020 5:53 PM and vision for how to use the space
188 no 10/16/2020 2:31 PM
189 Waterfront Toronto is an important and professionally committed organization to life in Toronto. 10/16/2020 11:51 AM With very few missteps, it is a model to how to do city planning. Very transparent and consultative.
190 Please don't make this a neoliberal hellscape :) 10/16/2020 11:42 AM
191 Aspire to architectural excellence. Consider off-the-shelf, proven ideas that are not currently in- 10/16/2020 11:34 AM use, in Toronto. Examples: Snowmelt systems under sidewalks and/or at transit (could Enwave support this?) stops. Enhanced permeability to reduce storm water run off and ice formation during melt conditions. Look to Amsterdam on buried garbage vaults for public receptacles that require fewer pick-ups. Consider recycling vending machines that take back bottles or other highly recyclable materials.
192 There should be less big name restaurants and more small businesses 10/16/2020 11:14 AM
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193 While I understand and appreciate the need for the City of Toronto to build respite sites, 10/16/2020 10:58 AM shelters, and safe spaces for people who are precariously housed, the presence of these spaces has led to unsafe situations for me and my family. Consideration of how these spaces can co-exist with small children should be made public (i.e. what are the tradeoffs policy makers are comfortable with, and where is the line)
194 Need more investment in north york. 10/16/2020 10:49 AM
195 This development needs to avoid the pitfalls that the previous Sidewalk proposal had regarding 10/16/2020 10:32 AM privacy and use of data. There needs to be a real commitment and follow-through on affordable housing including deep affordability, and potentially alternative ownership models to allow residents to build long-term equity in their homes and community.
196 there are areas of the portlands and waterfront - such as cherry beach - that I think are 10/16/2020 10:29 AM successful as they are..the combination of nature, industry and urbanity. I find that city planners and landscape architects sometimes create overly planned, sterile and manicured and spaces - like the north section of sherbourne common. less paved and "programmed" areas and more wild patches with native plants would be preferable.. sometime less is more. sugar beach and underpass park are successful examples..more of this please. another glaring issue - and this is happening all over Toronto - is the lack of interesting retail or spaces that remain unleased due to unaffordabilty.. so the only retail is banks and american chains. banks should not be allowed to take over entire storefronts. other cities such as NYC do not allow for these kind of block busting retails spaces. why is there a starbucks in the Daniels building 'City of the Arts" when there is one across the street inside Loblaws? This creates mind numbing souless streets. How about creating incentives for more local businesses.. tax companies that leave their retail spaces vacant to create startup grants for small independant business and entrepreneurs?
197 With the ability to design such a large community, this should be taken as an opportunity to 10/16/2020 10:19 AM design the best possible version of Toronto, free from restrictions NIMBYism and adjacent contexts would normally restrict us with. The freedom to design such good cities which support the broadest range of people, in density and diversity, should be rewarded with more investment by the city compared to exclusionary areas like Riverdale.
198 please prioritize architecture and do things that are as great as what sidewalk labs was going 10/16/2020 7:06 AM to do
199 How do I get my name on a list for a co-op housing apt. if there is one on Quayside? 10/15/2020 9:22 PM
200 Would love it if there are more grocery stores to go along with these new developments. 10/15/2020 7:53 PM Condos are built, but shopping (grocery) is rarely incorporated. Also better connected spaces to TTC routes.
201 No 10/15/2020 6:54 PM
202 I would like to see a lot more effort taken to recognize that Toronto has four seasons. 10/15/2020 6:43 PM Waterfront Toronto has been better than most in this regards, but still more needs to be done to make public spaces safe, accessible, walkable, and generally enjoyable during the winter (especially). I was terribly saddened that the SideWalk Labs weather panel idea was dismissed - I thought it made spaces much more accessible in a City that already has "risks" like potholes, uneven sidewalks, and street furniture all over the place.
203 Deal with the ridiculous amount of road construction going on right now. Apartment/condo 10/15/2020 6:29 PM construction can block off roads, intersections, etc., with what feels like zero coordination, forethought or taxpayer consideration in mind. I know some if not a lot of it is necessary, but surely you can find a better way to organize the work so it's not total gridlock - take the area around Univ - Spadina, John Street, Richmond, etc.
204 no 10/15/2020 6:18 PM
205 I am missing too many activities in central Toronto that have been cancelled - COC, LIFE 10/15/2020 4:52 PM Institute, Volunteer opportunities etc.
206 I'm curious what the hierarchy of goals is. For example, if the only way you can create a 10/15/2020 4:11 PM dynamic community is at the expense of inclusivity, which is paramount? There is no new information in the materials presented than I have seen previously about quayside.
207 It is so important the queyside to get the LRT built asap. We have spent too much time talking 10/15/2020 3:37 PM
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eg with google. Also affordable housing is important but maybe Not sth for the prime waterfront site. Affordable housing should be built on those low value area. Consider to have more office and entertainment for this site as well. Lastly currently Tridel and Hines have 2 live construction sites, manage their dust as dust has gone sky and it has very negative for this whole area
208 Desperate for truly affordable housing including rent geared to income 10/15/2020 3:01 PM
209 Yes! Please don't make Quayside just like any other city neighbourhood. The timing is 10/15/2020 2:56 PM unfortunate. This is not about Covid or post Covid. This neighbourhood will remain for generations long after the pandemic is the stuff of history books. This is our last chance to change the face of the Waterfront which is banal, with a few exceptions, thanks to Waterfront Toronto. Where are the gorgeous images of the public realm and iconic architecture that we have seen on WT open houses in website. Where is the inspiration from other outstanding waterfront cities? While the stated goals of this survey are perfectly reasonable. They miss the mark. I think this survey fails to dream and inspire the imagination. It's a missed opportunity. You will get the answers you have written into it. Please don't miss this opportunity to do something special on this site even if you have to wait till after Covid passes and until adequate funding is available in the future. Thank you.
210 I am interested in Dockwall use and would like to know the plans for the Quayside in regards to 10/15/2020 2:20 PM having it rented out!
211 make the space green, don't build any buildings 10/15/2020 11:18 AM
212 No 10/15/2020 10:48 AM
213 Low-cost housing should be permanent in the form of non-profits and cooperatives. 10/15/2020 9:15 AM
214 I would like the waterfront to be kept open, ie not closed off by large buildings. Parks, cafes, 10/15/2020 5:03 AM restaurants to enable people to sit and enjoy the view of Lake Ontario. Similar to the European style of keeping outdoor spaces suitable for all to enjoy.
215 Really hope that this doesn't end up like that new wall of buildings on the south side of Queens 10/14/2020 11:13 PM Quay East. You barely know that there is a lake behind those buildings. Seems like such a waste of the lakefront.
216 No 10/14/2020 9:56 PM
217 Please make sure this development is beautiful, inclusive, eco-friendly, and vibrant. Despite 10/14/2020 9:52 PM privacy issues, Sidewalk's proposal was very impressive and would really benefit the city. Although it is no longer a proponent and some of their ideas were absurd, please make this new project live up to the quality provided by the previous proposal. Beautiful human-scale architecture, vibrant public spaces, walkable streets, environmental sustainability, and flexible spaces are just some of the amazing things we should strive for! The city doesn't need more bland, cookie-cutter condos. We need more ideas like the Sidewalk proposal (except its privacy issues), the Aqualuna development, and the West Don Lands. Please don't disappoint us, and give us something we want. Also, please try to coordinate the development of the Port Lands (ex. Villiers Island) with this one. Despite Sidewalk's inappropriate land grab attempt, they provided a cohesive vision for all of the Port Lands. Their urban planning approach should be commended, and I hope it will inspire your organization. Good luck.
218 24/7 pay toilets would be great. 10/14/2020 8:38 PM
219 no 10/14/2020 7:32 PM
220 lake access for kayaks and watercraft should be a priority for Quayside 10/14/2020 7:11 PM
221 Don't bring back Google. 10/14/2020 5:39 PM
222 More green spaces 10/14/2020 5:07 PM
223 You have done a great job. I love the Sugar Beach area and the tree allee. 10/14/2020 4:46 PM
224 Queens Quay East needs better public transit. Without it I anticipate the area to remain 10/14/2020 4:37 PM deserted.
225 I don't live downtown, but it would be nice to bike there without having to navigate too many 10/14/2020 4:25 PM streets. When I lived in Ottawa you could bike from Kanata to Orleans almost entirely in
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parkland, we should have that here. I live in Port Union, good work done here on waterfront paths, but it would be better if you could bike all the way to exhibition place
226 I know attracting visitors here is important to businesses in the area, but police presence and 10/14/2020 3:48 PM law enforcement must be added to ensure the area remains liveable for families (right now there is too much stunt driving happens at all hours of the night; fireworks/parties happen; garbage/polluting the lake; AirBnB rules are broken with parties that result in gunshots).
227 There's a lot of roads, highways, and traffic starting to happen in this area. It will get worse so 10/14/2020 3:45 PM noise and safety has become more important to me as a resident.
228 Keep up the good work WT! 10/14/2020 3:28 PM
229 Seriously consider the idea of allocating some of the land on the waterfront - 10/14/2020 2:38 PM Quayside/Portlands - to the development of cooperative housing projects. If you want to plan for more inclusive communities, consider housing options other than the standard private developer model. https://www.lilac.coop/
230 When Sidewalk Labs decided to withdraw, Toronto lost an opportunity to become a leader in 10/14/2020 2:28 PM developing sustainable and resilient spaces. Your choice of development partner should embody the same bold and innovative ambitions as Sidewalk Labs.
231 Thanks for keeping us informed about the new waterfront 10/14/2020 1:39 PM
232 Join the 21st century and look around the world a bit. Many urban centers are building more 10/14/2020 1:17 PM bike lanes and spaces for humans, instead of road space/parking for cars.
233 These questions are too broad and general and are too jargony. They don't really help much ata 10/14/2020 1:01 PM ll.
234 No 10/14/2020 12:52 PM
235 1) use community benefit agreements can help to diversify workforce, social procurement etc. 10/14/2020 12:23 PM 2) establish an entertainment district. 3)sustainable architecture and in complete communities (use hempcrete, have a local green house, laneway housing, duplex, triplex, mid-rise housing)
236 n/a 10/14/2020 12:03 PM
237 No 10/14/2020 10:31 AM
238 More canoe / kayak access 10/14/2020 9:06 AM
239 Be pragmatic 10/14/2020 8:40 AM
240 Please prioritize active transportation infrastructure over automobile infrastructure wherever 10/14/2020 7:24 AM possible. Please also prioritize winter recreation opportunities (i.e. saunas, fire pits)
241 Keep up the great work! 10/13/2020 10:36 PM
242 The specifics for the goals lack ambition 10/13/2020 9:49 PM
243 Yes 10/13/2020 9:44 PM
244 I thought the video was an excellent resource as I go down Cherry Beach and wondered what 10/13/2020 9:39 PM was behind the white sideboards
245 Internet is now a basic/public service but remain unaffordable, there was further price hike 10/13/2020 9:10 PM during covid. Bundling internet with TV and phone makes the situation even worse. This prevents progress and fair society.
246 No 10/13/2020 6:52 PM
247 I feel that food trucks and outside vendors are great, possible consider less hot dog stands? 10/13/2020 6:34 PM Vegetarian would be a plus! Also all vendors should not be using single use plastic and Styrofoam.. Covid or not! Also please have more proper garbage and recycling bins throughout parks and streets! Keep all bathrooms open even with Covid, hire to clean the facilities!
248 Phone/zoom people and listen to their stories. 10/13/2020 6:24 PM
249 I plan to build a family and call the Toronto Waterfront our home for the foreseeable future! 10/13/2020 5:37 PM
250 Make us less dependent on cars! 10/13/2020 5:17 PM
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251 Incorporate the keating channel as a guideline or pleasantry for Quayside - Dining along the 10/13/2020 5:16 PM edge, creating a world-class canal with restaurants, boat tours, kayaking, various coloured lights along the canal - Thriving nightlife, tourism. This new opportunity should be a place to live and play. Located in Downtown, many tourists will flock here and the renewed waterfront. Think of implementing a ferris wheel, world's first fine arts market showcasing local Toronto artists, create space for buskers and performers. Think of a similar waterfront to Nyhaven, Copenhagen, Montreal place des arts, Amsterdam Canal culture etc. This should be a thriving destination, not only an affordable place to live. Many people like artists, designers, musicians, filmmakers need more studio space in the city, think of implementing cheap creative spaces for artists.
252 No 10/13/2020 4:44 PM
253 Please, no more buildings with aluminum or black facades. Thank you. 10/13/2020 4:43 PM
254 N/a 10/13/2020 4:42 PM
255 No 10/13/2020 4:39 PM
256 Please continue to engage with us 10/13/2020 4:30 PM
257 Don't make the same mistakes you did with Sidewalk Toronto. Don't keep all your cards so 10/13/2020 4:22 PM close to the chest, people need to know what you're thinking and doing, and where their input fits into that. Participation must begin with the vision, and power needs to be given to people - they should be trusted with it. The Sidewalk Toronto process was obviously keeping people at arms length, strategically responding to feedback. You don't need a partner like that. The people of Toronto are your partners. If you trust them, they'll trust you.
258 More grassy areas/concrete with shade for people to sit and enjoy! 10/13/2020 4:03 PM
259 Keep it affordable. Don't privatize all the good spots. 10/13/2020 3:16 PM
260 Close streets and allow restaurants more patio space from May to Sept. 10/13/2020 2:51 PM
261 The key to the project is to build LRT from the union station. - without it, everything will be 10/13/2020 2:30 PM waste of time as we have seen from sidewalk lab
262 No 10/13/2020 2:11 PM
263 Delivering new Affordable-Housing at Speed and at Scale is my #1 Priority for the Quayside 10/13/2020 2:11 PM lands. Delivery above the old targets from West Don Lands.
264 Please know that this development is incremental for Toronto. Architecture has to be beautiful, 10/13/2020 2:04 PM ambitious, and has to look different and innovative from the glass boxes and condos that are making the city's skyline look bland. Please look into mass timber, and drive for design excellence. Consider People-oriented streets and look at Danish design and foreign designers to develop this land. Toronto needs another place to Play and live. We need more fun things to do downtown.
265 I hope as the East Bayfront/Quayside neighborhood continues to be developed that green 10/13/2020 1:59 PM space remains an important component and that the buildings currently and future under construction are not too close together and too high that density becomes a problem (over crowding) and takes away from natural light for the community.
266 none 10/13/2020 1:55 PM
267 Dont try to do everything...pick a few key areas and then do them exceptionally well. And be 10/13/2020 1:50 PM as "green" as possible .
268 don't screw this up. 10/13/2020 1:44 PM
269 We can place more innovative ideas, like waste collection or innovation in public spaces. Also 10/13/2020 1:26 PM think that funding the LRT here is crucial.
270 The homeless have had a very difficult time during Covid19. We have to plan for permanent 10/13/2020 1:11 PM housing for this group of people.
271 Priority for walking, transit, and cycling (and other people-powered vehicles) needs to be the 10/13/2020 1:05 PM basis for expanding our waterfront community. Also, since the North American wealth-gap doesn't seem to be going anywhere anytime soon, we need to find a way to keep normal
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people like us from being pushed out of the city. Finally, and maybe most importantly, we need to be striving for racial equality when it comes to all decision-making and implementation.
272 I’m sick of being subjected to sanctimonious sermons about diversity and inclusion. Canada is 10/13/2020 1:00 PM nowhere and nothing, by elite choice.
273 Must have net zero carbon; greenhouses and food production on roofs; school and family 10/13/2020 12:50 PM practice clinic; all missing on West Don Lands.
274 God job, folks! 10/13/2020 12:49 PM
275 No 10/13/2020 12:44 PM
276 I was really upset about the loss of the relationship with Sidewalk Labs. My personal opinion 10/13/2020 12:34 PM was that the potential upside was worth working with them and accepting some risk to make it work as I think it would have been a game changer for Toronto. I hope in future we do a better job of compromising and working with companies when we get an opportunity like this. I understand that there were risks involved, but I think it is important to take risks in order to create meaningful change. I am happy to see though that you are preserving some of the values that came out of that and working to make the city more sustainable and community- oriented.
277 Getting down to the water. A sort of urban beach for casual interaction 10/13/2020 12:26 PM
278 We really need to look to Chicago to see how to ensure easy access to the waterfront for 10/13/2020 12:23 PM everyone - and not barriers of buildings and narrow walkways. We need the ability to breathe in the space and relax. Sugar Beach is fine but needs to be triple the size - or places with rocks to sit on instead of benches. Love the use of the space under the Gardiner. Need more natural plantings and playgrounds. And Covid has shown us the critical importance of easy access to outodoor spaces for all of us - and especially in the downtown core and for those in highrises. We need the intensification of housing to support services but every building should have more public or plaza space at ground level and NO buildings should block the water access! Maybe one day we can again swim in Toronto Harbour.
279 Getting out into parks and nature have played a vital role for me in coping with Covid 10/13/2020 12:22 PM
280 Public transit access will be essential to make this community develop and prosper. 10/13/2020 12:18 PM
281 Go back to being an agency that isn't so focused on assuaging the demands of Black Lives 10/13/2020 12:07 PM Matter. Go back to representing ALL of Toronto instead of kneeling to the blacks every time they demand something.
282 Support children’s mental health with more naturalized play spaces. 10/13/2020 12:00 PM
283 promote water sports like sailing canoeing kayaking, and improve access to the islands- 10/13/2020 12:00 PM improve services/activities available to public in the islands.
284 No 10/13/2020 11:58 AM
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Q14 Have you attended any Quayside consultations in past years?
Answered: 441 Skipped: 28
Prefer not to respond
Yes
No
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Prefer not to respond 4.99% 22
Yes 41.27% 182
No 53.74% 237
TOTAL 441
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Q15 What are the first three characters of your postal code?
Answered: 426 Skipped: 43
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# RESPONSES DATE 1 M6j 10/25/2020 11:36 PM
2 M5A 10/25/2020 11:08 PM
3 M5A 10/25/2020 8:38 PM
4 M5A 10/25/2020 5:45 PM
5 L5J 10/25/2020 4:56 PM
6 M5J 10/25/2020 3:48 PM
7 M2N 10/25/2020 1:53 PM
8 M5A 10/25/2020 1:40 PM
9 M5A 10/25/2020 11:44 AM
10 M5a 10/25/2020 11:39 AM
11 M4L 10/25/2020 11:20 AM
12 M5V 10/25/2020 11:14 AM
13 M4J 10/25/2020 10:20 AM
14 M6J 10/25/2020 10:07 AM
15 M5V 10/25/2020 9:30 AM
16 m6j 10/25/2020 8:45 AM
17 M5S 10/25/2020 8:42 AM
18 M8n 10/24/2020 9:12 PM
19 L4C 10/24/2020 7:36 PM
20 M5A 10/24/2020 5:52 PM
21 M5V 10/24/2020 5:50 PM
22 M5a 10/24/2020 5:16 PM
23 M5t 10/24/2020 5:01 PM
24 M5A 10/24/2020 2:42 PM
25 M5C 10/24/2020 2:29 PM
26 M5J 10/24/2020 10:22 AM
27 M5J 10/24/2020 8:47 AM
28 M5A 10/24/2020 8:45 AM
29 M5j 10/24/2020 7:39 AM
30 M5E 10/24/2020 4:36 AM
31 M1L 10/24/2020 4:05 AM
32 M5B 10/24/2020 12:23 AM
33 M4L 10/23/2020 8:47 PM
34 M5A 10/23/2020 7:59 PM
35 M4L 10/23/2020 6:54 PM
36 M4W 10/23/2020 6:38 PM
37 M5A 10/23/2020 5:05 PM
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38 M3C 10/23/2020 4:14 PM
39 M5b 10/23/2020 3:17 PM
40 M5G 10/23/2020 3:12 PM
41 M5J 10/23/2020 2:38 PM
42 M5T 10/23/2020 2:15 PM
43 K1R 10/23/2020 2:14 PM
44 m6h 10/23/2020 1:47 PM
45 M6p 10/23/2020 1:43 PM
46 M4M 10/23/2020 1:21 PM
47 M5C 10/23/2020 1:02 PM
48 M9B 10/23/2020 1:00 PM
49 M6K 10/23/2020 12:15 PM
50 M5A 10/23/2020 10:35 AM
51 M4N 10/23/2020 10:32 AM
52 m5a 10/23/2020 8:47 AM
53 M4P 10/23/2020 5:22 AM
54 M5J 10/23/2020 2:27 AM
55 M5V 10/23/2020 1:07 AM
56 M5J 10/22/2020 11:22 PM
57 M5A 10/22/2020 11:12 PM
58 M5J 10/22/2020 10:13 PM
59 M4X 10/22/2020 8:36 PM
60 M9A 10/22/2020 7:23 PM
61 m1b 10/22/2020 6:40 PM
62 L4J 10/22/2020 4:41 PM
63 M6R 10/22/2020 4:26 PM
64 M6C 10/22/2020 3:45 PM
65 m5t 10/22/2020 3:35 PM
66 M6R 10/22/2020 3:23 PM
67 M1V 10/22/2020 1:17 PM
68 M5A 10/22/2020 1:08 PM
69 M2M 10/22/2020 1:07 PM
70 M5A 10/22/2020 11:57 AM
71 M4X 10/22/2020 11:36 AM
72 M4L 10/22/2020 11:24 AM
73 M4g 10/22/2020 11:05 AM
74 M4M 10/22/2020 10:35 AM
75 M5A 10/22/2020 10:13 AM
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76 M4K 10/22/2020 9:46 AM
77 M4K 10/22/2020 9:01 AM
78 M4K 10/22/2020 9:00 AM
79 M1X 10/22/2020 8:59 AM
80 M4M 10/22/2020 8:11 AM
81 M4l 10/22/2020 7:47 AM
82 M5j 10/22/2020 7:45 AM
83 M6B 10/22/2020 7:40 AM
84 M4J 10/22/2020 7:21 AM
85 M4K 10/22/2020 1:50 AM
86 M5a 10/22/2020 1:17 AM
87 M5v 10/22/2020 12:42 AM
88 M5A 10/22/2020 12:06 AM
89 M4M 10/21/2020 11:13 PM
90 M5E 10/21/2020 10:45 PM
91 M6C 10/21/2020 10:41 PM
92 M4V 10/21/2020 10:30 PM
93 M5A 10/21/2020 9:47 PM
94 M5V 10/21/2020 9:41 PM
95 M5J 10/21/2020 9:27 PM
96 M5b 10/21/2020 9:00 PM
97 M6j 10/21/2020 8:51 PM
98 M5A 10/21/2020 8:49 PM
99 M5A 10/21/2020 8:44 PM
100 M4J 10/21/2020 8:41 PM
101 M5E 10/21/2020 7:40 PM
102 m5a 10/21/2020 6:53 PM
103 L4B 10/21/2020 5:50 PM
104 M4X 10/21/2020 5:49 PM
105 M4Y 10/21/2020 5:33 PM
106 M6k 10/21/2020 5:13 PM
107 M4X 10/21/2020 4:35 PM
108 l5m 10/21/2020 4:24 PM
109 M5A 10/21/2020 4:23 PM
110 m6e 10/21/2020 4:07 PM
111 M6P 10/21/2020 3:59 PM
112 L5b 10/21/2020 3:49 PM
113 M6P 10/21/2020 3:44 PM
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114 M5J 10/21/2020 3:30 PM
115 m6n 10/21/2020 3:05 PM
116 M4J 10/21/2020 3:04 PM
117 M4V 10/21/2020 1:40 PM
118 M6P 10/21/2020 12:51 PM
119 M4J 10/21/2020 12:33 PM
120 M5A 10/21/2020 12:30 PM
121 M5A 10/21/2020 12:14 PM
122 M4x 10/21/2020 12:08 PM
123 m1e 10/21/2020 11:33 AM
124 M5A 10/21/2020 10:49 AM
125 M4T 10/21/2020 10:46 AM
126 M5a 10/21/2020 8:48 AM
127 M5A 10/21/2020 8:27 AM
128 M6R 10/21/2020 12:28 AM
129 M4R 10/20/2020 11:48 PM
130 M6A 10/20/2020 11:17 PM
131 M6H 10/20/2020 10:42 PM
132 M5a 10/20/2020 9:25 PM
133 M4L 10/20/2020 9:07 PM
134 M5A 10/20/2020 8:59 PM
135 M4K 10/20/2020 8:22 PM
136 M5A 10/20/2020 8:08 PM
137 M5V 10/20/2020 7:54 PM
138 M5a 10/20/2020 7:21 PM
139 M6K 10/20/2020 7:19 PM
140 M4Y 10/20/2020 7:18 PM
141 M6G 10/20/2020 7:18 PM
142 M5T 10/20/2020 6:57 PM
143 M5G 10/20/2020 6:37 PM
144 M4V 10/20/2020 6:36 PM
145 M5A 10/20/2020 6:16 PM
146 M5E 10/20/2020 5:56 PM
147 M4L 10/20/2020 5:47 PM
148 M5v 10/20/2020 4:40 PM
149 M5C 10/20/2020 4:32 PM
150 M4p 10/20/2020 4:23 PM
151 M5T 10/20/2020 4:19 PM
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152 M5T 10/20/2020 3:19 PM
153 M4c 10/20/2020 2:36 PM
154 M6P 10/20/2020 12:52 PM
155 m5j 10/20/2020 12:11 PM
156 M5A 10/20/2020 12:03 PM
157 m5e 10/20/2020 11:23 AM
158 K2J 10/20/2020 11:14 AM
159 M5A 10/20/2020 10:45 AM
160 M5J 10/20/2020 10:41 AM
161 M5g 10/20/2020 9:58 AM
162 M5T 10/20/2020 7:00 AM
163 M6B 10/20/2020 6:07 AM
164 m5s 10/19/2020 9:39 PM
165 M4V 10/19/2020 9:31 PM
166 M5C 10/19/2020 9:17 PM
167 M6g 10/19/2020 9:04 PM
168 M5E 10/19/2020 8:43 PM
169 M4Y 10/19/2020 7:24 PM
170 M5A 10/19/2020 7:15 PM
171 M5A 10/19/2020 6:55 PM
172 M8X 10/19/2020 6:15 PM
173 M4L 10/19/2020 5:33 PM
174 m4x 10/19/2020 5:17 PM
175 M2J 10/19/2020 4:37 PM
176 M5B 10/19/2020 4:16 PM
177 M6g 10/19/2020 3:55 PM
178 m4c 10/19/2020 3:51 PM
179 m4k 10/19/2020 3:49 PM
180 M1N 10/19/2020 3:42 PM
181 M5E 10/19/2020 2:57 PM
182 M5A 10/19/2020 2:36 PM
183 M4K 10/19/2020 2:20 PM
184 M5r 10/19/2020 2:00 PM
185 M6H 10/19/2020 1:56 PM
186 M4S 10/19/2020 1:26 PM
187 M6K 10/19/2020 1:05 PM
188 M5A 10/19/2020 12:29 PM
189 M4Y 10/19/2020 11:28 AM
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190 M5A 10/19/2020 10:39 AM
191 M5R 10/19/2020 10:19 AM
192 M5E 10/19/2020 9:53 AM
193 M5V 10/19/2020 9:28 AM
194 M5A 10/19/2020 6:46 AM
195 M5A 10/19/2020 2:02 AM
196 m5a 10/18/2020 11:59 PM
197 M5T 10/18/2020 11:50 PM
198 M5A 10/18/2020 11:08 PM
199 M5A 10/18/2020 10:22 PM
200 M5N 10/18/2020 9:46 PM
201 M5v 10/18/2020 8:34 PM
202 M5A 10/18/2020 8:18 PM
203 M5a 10/18/2020 7:13 PM
204 M5e 10/18/2020 6:59 PM
205 M3K 10/18/2020 6:54 PM
206 M4C 10/18/2020 6:11 PM
207 M5A 10/18/2020 6:01 PM
208 M4G 10/18/2020 6:00 PM
209 M4M 10/18/2020 3:49 PM
210 M5V 10/18/2020 3:31 PM
211 M9A 10/18/2020 1:57 PM
212 M5A 10/18/2020 1:43 PM
213 m6c 10/18/2020 1:21 PM
214 M6c 10/18/2020 1:19 PM
215 M5A 10/18/2020 12:50 PM
216 M4Y 10/18/2020 11:43 AM
217 M4S 10/18/2020 11:36 AM
218 M4L 10/18/2020 11:27 AM
219 M5V 10/18/2020 11:05 AM
220 M5J 10/18/2020 10:51 AM
221 M5E 10/18/2020 10:45 AM
222 M5A 10/18/2020 9:49 AM
223 M5A 10/18/2020 9:25 AM
224 M5A 10/18/2020 9:03 AM
225 M4L 10/18/2020 9:02 AM
226 L6J 10/18/2020 8:52 AM
227 M4M 10/18/2020 8:42 AM
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228 m5v 10/18/2020 8:40 AM
229 M2K 10/17/2020 10:46 PM
230 M5J 10/17/2020 10:28 PM
231 M5V 10/17/2020 10:09 PM
232 M5A 10/17/2020 9:50 PM
233 M5a 10/17/2020 9:37 PM
234 M5A 10/17/2020 7:52 PM
235 M6G 10/17/2020 7:18 PM
236 M5A 10/17/2020 7:14 PM
237 M6h 10/17/2020 7:02 PM
238 M5A 10/17/2020 5:48 PM
239 M5A 10/17/2020 5:20 PM
240 M5R 10/17/2020 5:14 PM
241 M5A 10/17/2020 4:31 PM
242 M4Y 10/17/2020 4:05 PM
243 m5e 10/17/2020 3:24 PM
244 M5A 10/17/2020 2:31 PM
245 N2L 10/17/2020 2:24 PM
246 M5A 10/17/2020 2:20 PM
247 M6C 10/17/2020 2:06 PM
248 M5v 10/17/2020 1:04 PM
249 M5A 10/17/2020 11:57 AM
250 M2R 10/17/2020 11:03 AM
251 M4M 10/17/2020 11:02 AM
252 M5J 10/17/2020 10:58 AM
253 M5V 10/17/2020 10:42 AM
254 M5S 10/17/2020 10:40 AM
255 M5B 10/17/2020 9:59 AM
256 M6P 10/17/2020 9:36 AM
257 M5V 10/17/2020 7:49 AM
258 M5V 10/17/2020 7:37 AM
259 M5V 10/17/2020 4:38 AM
260 M6h 10/17/2020 12:56 AM
261 M6H 10/17/2020 12:15 AM
262 M5J 10/16/2020 10:47 PM
263 M6H 10/16/2020 10:23 PM
264 M1W 10/16/2020 10:04 PM
265 M5J 10/16/2020 9:58 PM
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266 M5T 10/16/2020 9:53 PM
267 M5J 10/16/2020 9:51 PM
268 M4K 10/16/2020 9:45 PM
269 M6J 10/16/2020 9:11 PM
270 M5v 10/16/2020 9:08 PM
271 M4y 10/16/2020 8:26 PM
272 m5b 10/16/2020 7:57 PM
273 M2M 10/16/2020 7:49 PM
274 M6r 10/16/2020 7:49 PM
275 m4c 10/16/2020 7:46 PM
276 M5V 10/16/2020 7:39 PM
277 M5J 10/16/2020 7:27 PM
278 M4j 10/16/2020 7:19 PM
279 M5v 10/16/2020 7:17 PM
280 M6H 10/16/2020 7:14 PM
281 m6h 10/16/2020 7:07 PM
282 M5j 10/16/2020 5:55 PM
283 M5C 10/16/2020 5:32 PM
284 M4W 10/16/2020 5:02 PM
285 M5T 10/16/2020 4:47 PM
286 M4k 10/16/2020 4:14 PM
287 m6h 10/16/2020 2:22 PM
288 M4K 10/16/2020 2:15 PM
289 m6h 10/16/2020 1:32 PM
290 m4k 10/16/2020 12:57 PM
291 M4S 10/16/2020 12:35 PM
292 M5J 10/16/2020 11:52 AM
293 M2N 10/16/2020 11:43 AM
294 M4C 10/16/2020 11:34 AM
295 M5r 10/16/2020 11:21 AM
296 M5V 10/16/2020 11:15 AM
297 M5V 10/16/2020 10:59 AM
298 M5A 10/16/2020 10:37 AM
299 M4S 10/16/2020 10:33 AM
300 M5T 10/16/2020 10:30 AM
301 M4K 10/16/2020 10:20 AM
302 M5A 10/15/2020 10:42 PM
303 M5E 10/15/2020 9:23 PM
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304 M5A 10/15/2020 7:54 PM
305 M4Y 10/15/2020 6:58 PM
306 L4P 10/15/2020 6:55 PM
307 M4E 10/15/2020 6:44 PM
308 M5V 10/15/2020 6:30 PM
309 M5E 10/15/2020 6:19 PM
310 M5A 10/15/2020 6:14 PM
311 M4M 10/15/2020 4:54 PM
312 M5A 10/15/2020 4:12 PM
313 M5a 10/15/2020 3:39 PM
314 M5A 10/15/2020 3:37 PM
315 M5A 10/15/2020 3:02 PM
316 M5J 10/15/2020 2:58 PM
317 M5A 10/15/2020 2:22 PM
318 M5V 10/15/2020 2:21 PM
319 m5e 10/15/2020 11:20 AM
320 m5j 10/15/2020 11:11 AM
321 M5A 10/15/2020 11:10 AM
322 M4J 10/15/2020 10:49 AM
323 M3B 10/15/2020 10:05 AM
324 M5N 10/15/2020 9:21 AM
325 M6H 10/15/2020 9:16 AM
326 M5A 10/15/2020 5:05 AM
327 M5V 10/14/2020 11:15 PM
328 M5n 10/14/2020 9:57 PM
329 M2R 10/14/2020 9:54 PM
330 M5a 10/14/2020 8:39 PM
331 M4Y 10/14/2020 7:46 PM
332 M5J 10/14/2020 7:34 PM
333 m4k 10/14/2020 7:12 PM
334 M5A 10/14/2020 6:14 PM
335 M5A 10/14/2020 6:13 PM
336 M5A 10/14/2020 5:39 PM
337 M6S 10/14/2020 4:47 PM
338 M5E 10/14/2020 4:38 PM
339 M1C 10/14/2020 4:27 PM
340 M5a 10/14/2020 4:26 PM
341 m4p 10/14/2020 3:59 PM
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342 M5E 10/14/2020 3:50 PM
343 m5v 10/14/2020 3:47 PM
344 M5v 10/14/2020 3:39 PM
345 l3s 10/14/2020 3:29 PM
346 M5a 10/14/2020 2:39 PM
347 M5J 10/14/2020 2:29 PM
348 M4J 10/14/2020 2:13 PM
349 M5E 10/14/2020 1:40 PM
350 M5A 10/14/2020 1:36 PM
351 M5! 10/14/2020 1:18 PM
352 m5e 10/14/2020 1:03 PM
353 M5A 10/14/2020 12:53 PM
354 M6H 10/14/2020 12:24 PM
355 L6X 10/14/2020 12:04 PM
356 M5A 10/14/2020 10:36 AM
357 M5V 10/14/2020 10:34 AM
358 M5V 10/14/2020 10:32 AM
359 M6P 10/14/2020 9:07 AM
360 M5A 10/14/2020 8:51 AM
361 M8V 10/14/2020 8:41 AM
362 M4M 10/14/2020 7:21 AM
363 M4M 10/13/2020 10:38 PM
364 M4K 10/13/2020 9:50 PM
365 M6N 10/13/2020 9:44 PM
366 M5V 10/13/2020 9:41 PM
367 M4Y 10/13/2020 9:26 PM
368 m6g 10/13/2020 9:11 PM
369 M5A 10/13/2020 6:53 PM
370 M5j 10/13/2020 6:35 PM
371 M5V 10/13/2020 6:25 PM
372 M4P 10/13/2020 5:38 PM
373 L6W 10/13/2020 5:37 PM
374 m4m 10/13/2020 5:18 PM
375 M4E 10/13/2020 5:18 PM
376 m4n 10/13/2020 5:18 PM
377 M6e 10/13/2020 4:52 PM
378 M4K 10/13/2020 4:50 PM
379 M4Y 10/13/2020 4:45 PM
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380 M8z 10/13/2020 4:43 PM
381 M5A 10/13/2020 4:41 PM
382 M5J 10/13/2020 4:32 PM
383 M6H 10/13/2020 4:25 PM
384 M5A 10/13/2020 4:06 PM
385 M5V 10/13/2020 4:04 PM
386 M4K 10/13/2020 3:48 PM
387 m4m 10/13/2020 3:16 PM
388 M5A 10/13/2020 3:02 PM
389 M5A 10/13/2020 2:56 PM
390 M5V 10/13/2020 2:44 PM
391 M5A 10/13/2020 2:43 PM
392 M4M 10/13/2020 2:36 PM
393 m5a 10/13/2020 2:31 PM
394 M6C 10/13/2020 2:12 PM
395 M4L 10/13/2020 2:11 PM
396 m4t 10/13/2020 2:05 PM
397 M5A 10/13/2020 2:00 PM
398 M5A 10/13/2020 1:57 PM
399 M5V 10/13/2020 1:52 PM
400 m5j 10/13/2020 1:47 PM
401 M6J 10/13/2020 1:45 PM
402 M5A 10/13/2020 1:39 PM
403 M5A 10/13/2020 1:38 PM
404 M4C 10/13/2020 1:27 PM
405 M4J 10/13/2020 1:19 PM
406 M5J 10/13/2020 1:12 PM
407 M5A 10/13/2020 1:06 PM
408 M1E 10/13/2020 12:53 PM
409 M5A 10/13/2020 12:51 PM
410 M5V 10/13/2020 12:50 PM
411 M5V 10/13/2020 12:46 PM
412 M5E 10/13/2020 12:45 PM
413 M5A 10/13/2020 12:35 PM
414 168 10/13/2020 12:28 PM
415 m4n 10/13/2020 12:24 PM
416 M6G 10/13/2020 12:23 PM
417 M5V 10/13/2020 12:19 PM
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418 M3A 10/13/2020 12:19 PM
419 M5A 10/13/2020 12:18 PM
420 M5A 10/13/2020 12:14 PM
421 M4L 10/13/2020 12:08 PM
422 m2n 10/13/2020 12:05 PM
423 M4L 10/13/2020 12:01 PM
424 m4v 10/13/2020 12:01 PM
425 M4J 10/13/2020 11:59 AM
426 L4X 10/13/2020 11:30 AM
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Q16 What is your age?
Answered: 438 Skipped: 31
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0% Prefer Under 18-29 30-44 45-54 55-64 65–74 75-84 85 and not to 18 older respond
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Prefer not to respond 2.74% 12
Under 18 0.23% 1
18-29 13.24% 58
30-44 41.55% 182
45-54 16.89% 74
55-64 11.87% 52
65–74 9.82% 43
75-84 3.65% 16
85 and older 0.00% 0
TOTAL 438
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Q17 How would you describe yourself?
Answered: 438 Skipped: 31
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Prefer not to respond Woman Man Genderqueer Gender non-conforming / non-binary Transgender Prefer to self-describe as:
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Prefer not to respond 6.62% 29
Woman 41.10% 180
Man 49.09% 215
Genderqueer 0.68% 3
Gender non-conforming / non-binary 1.60% 7
Transgender 0.23% 1
Prefer to self-describe as: 0.68% 3
TOTAL 438
# PREFER TO SELF-DESCRIBE AS: DATE 1 Agender woman 10/23/2020 1:43 PM
2 Agender 10/21/2020 12:28 AM
3 thinking & feeling human 10/14/2020 7:21 AM
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Q18 Are you a homeowner or renter?
Answered: 437 Skipped: 32
Prefer not to respond
Homeowner
Renter
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Prefer not to respond 5.49% 24
Homeowner 56.75% 248
Renter 37.76% 165
TOTAL 437
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Q19 What is your household income?
Answered: 435 Skipped: 34
OtherOther (please(please specify)specify) specify)specify) PreferPrefer notnot toto $200,000$200,000 oror moremore respondrespond
$150,000$150,000 toto UnderUnder $25,000$25,000 $199,999$199,999 UnderUnder $25,000$25,000
$25,000$25,000 toto $49,999$49,999
$100,000$100,000 toto $149,999$149,999 $50,000$50,000 toto 74,99974,999
$75,000$75,000 toto $99,999$99,999
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Prefer not to respond 19.77% 86
Under $25,000 2.99% 13
$25,000 to $49,999 10.57% 46
$50,000 to 74,999 10.80% 47
$75,000 to $99,999 12.41% 54
$100,000 to $149,999 18.85% 82
$150,000 to $199,999 9.89% 43
$200,000 or more 14.48% 63
Other (please specify) 0.23% 1
TOTAL 435
# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 Depends on my job but I'm not working atm 10/23/2020 1:43 PM
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Q20 What is your highest level of education completed?
Answered: 438 Skipped: 31
Prefer not to respond
High School
College/Univers ity
Masters Degree/Profe...
Phd.
Other (please specify)
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Prefer not to respond 2.51% 11
High School 2.74% 12
College/University 49.77% 218
Masters Degree/Professional Degree 40.87% 179
Phd. 3.88% 17
Other (please specify) 0.23% 1
TOTAL 438
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Q21 What is your occupational status? (Please check all that apply.)
Answered: 439 Skipped: 30
Prefer not to respond
Student
Part-time employment
Full-time employment
Self-employed
Unemployed/Seek ing employment
Family Caregiver
Retired
Other (please specify)
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Prefer not to respond 4.33% 19
Student 4.78% 21
Part-time employment 5.92% 26
Full-time employment 53.30% 234
Self-employed 15.49% 68
Unemployed/Seeking employment 4.10% 18
Family Caregiver 1.82% 8
Retired 14.81% 65
Other (please specify) 1.82% 8
Total Respondents: 439
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# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 volunteer with community organizations - retired is one option but does not fit my life 10/21/2020 1:40 PM
2 Normally full-time employment, currently (pandemic) part-time. Hope, eventually, to return to 10/21/2020 12:28 AM full-time hours.
3 Furloughed due to Covid 10/19/2020 3:49 PM
4 Artist 10/19/2020 2:00 PM
5 Full time management for a restaurant but covid has resulted in reduced hours/salary as of late 10/18/2020 12:50 PM
6 I'm no longer "employed" by an employer, which means I'm more able and available for citizen 10/18/2020 11:43 AM engagement. Retired sounds a bit staid and sorry and out to pasture. Definitely not my status.
7 artist 10/15/2020 9:16 AM
8 PhD Candidate 10/13/2020 4:25 PM
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Q22 Which of the following do you identify as? (Please select all that apply. Based on 2016 Statistics Canada Population Census.)
Answered: 438 Skipped: 31
Prefer not to respond
Black
Chinese, Japanese,...
Aboriginal (First Natio...
Latin American
Arab, West Asian
South Asian
White
Do not know
Other (please specify)
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Prefer not to respond 10.05% 44
Black 5.02% 22
Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Filipino and Southeast Asian 6.16% 27
Aboriginal (First Nations, Inuit and Métis) 0.91% 4
Latin American 3.20% 14
Arab, West Asian 1.83% 8
South Asian 3.88% 17
White 66.67% 292
Do not know 0.46% 2
Other (please specify) 5.71% 25 Total Respondents: 438
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# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 Persian 10/24/2020 7:36 PM
2 Ashkenazi 10/24/2020 12:23 AM
3 If we are truly talking about inclusion, how is this a relevant question? 10/23/2020 11:41 PM
4 Jewish 10/23/2020 1:43 PM
5 mixed 10/23/2020 1:21 PM
6 White, Asian 10/23/2020 1:07 AM
7 Mixed Race 10/22/2020 11:12 PM
8 Middle Eastern (Not all middle easterns are Arab!) 10/22/2020 1:08 PM
9 Person 10/22/2020 7:47 AM
10 Canadian 10/21/2020 9:27 PM
11 Celtic 10/21/2020 8:27 AM
12 Ibero-Sephardic 10/21/2020 12:28 AM
13 jewish 10/19/2020 5:33 PM
14 Jewish/ Middle Eastern 10/19/2020 1:56 PM
15 Persian 10/19/2020 9:28 AM
16 Jewish 10/18/2020 7:13 PM
17 These are such problematic categories that conflate ethnicity and race. So many of us have 10/18/2020 11:43 AM more complex identities.
18 Racialized 10/16/2020 10:38 AM
19 Jewish and Russian 10/14/2020 9:54 PM
20 Does it matter? 10/14/2020 1:18 PM
21 Canadian 10/14/2020 1:03 PM
22 settler european 10/13/2020 4:25 PM
23 Child of a Displaced Persons from WWII 10/13/2020 12:28 PM
24 Canadian 10/13/2020 12:23 PM
25 Italian 10/13/2020 12:18 PM
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Q23 Are you a person experiencing disability?
Answered: 438 Skipped: 31
Prefer not to respond
Yes
No
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Prefer not to respond 5.71% 25
Yes 10.05% 44
No 84.25% 369
TOTAL 438
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Q24 Do you sometimes experience mobility issues when navigating the city (i.e. travelling with a mobility device, stroller, etc.)?
Answered: 442 Skipped: 27
Prefer not to respond
Yes
No
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Prefer not to respond 4.07% 18
Yes 10.18% 45
No 85.75% 379
TOTAL 442
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