Collision closed intersection of Yonge & Davisville, Thurs.

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The Banff Road annual street sale is this weekend! (July 22)

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Mark your calendars for a fantastic street sale on Banff Rd, between Eglinton Ave E. and Soudan Ave. happening from 8am to 2pm on Saturday, July 22, 2023 (rain date: Sunday).

This event promises something for everyone, with a wide selection of glassware, tableware, kid’s bikes, small furniture, and years of items ready to find new homes.

Don’t miss this opportunity to discover great bargains and treasures!

126, 132, and 134 Laird will now be known as “The Leaside”

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Rendering from theleaside.com

The redevelopment of 126, 132, and 134 Laird Drive has been finalized as “The Leaside,” a new condominium project that will be located on the west side of Laird Drive at Stickney Avenue. The development comprises two 8-storey buildings with a contemporary design.

The design: urbantoronto.ca/news/2023/06/expert-team-behind-leaside.52916
The project: urbantoronto.ca/database/projects/leaside.43222
The applications: 126-132, 134
Previous plans: urbantoronto.ca/news/2020/09/mid-rise-residential-buildings-proposed-laird-and-stickney-leaside.43216

City Council Motion to keep the Science Centre in place

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Ontario Science Centre /Facebook @OntarioScienceCentre

Keep the Science Centre in Place

Councillors Josh Matlow and Jon Burnside have put forward a motion that will protect the Science Centre to support Thorncliffe and Flemingdon Park. This motion will be made at the next City Council session on July 19th to 21st prior to the summer recess.

City Council Meeting commencing on July 19th

The Federation of North Toronto Residents’ Associations (FoNTRA) asks all city residents’ associations to write in to support this motion, and ask their resident members join the letter writing campaign.

Send a letter now: https://to-res.org/letter_city_council

Background

Earlier this spring the Provincial Government announced their intention to move the Ontario Science Centre to a much smaller location at Ontario Place. This announcement was done without consultation with residents of Thorncliffe and Flemindon Park who rely on the Centre for employment and education opportunities. The Science Centre is also part of a burgeoning cultural district that includes the Aga Khan Museum.

The cultural attraction is an important economic driver for the local community as it brings visitors from across the city and around the world to Don Mills and Eglinton. It would be a real blow to this community to lose the Science Centre just as the opening of the Eglinton Crosstown’s “Science Centre” station is about to make the attraction more accessible to the entire city.

The City of Toronto has an obligation to explore all possible means to keep the Science Centre at its current location. This motion requests City Staff to explore avenues to have the Province continue operating the site Don Mills and Eglinton and the feasibility of the City operating the Science Centre as it does the Toronto Zoo. (Source)

OUTFRONT removed rooftop billboard sign Wednesday

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May 2019 – 1573 Bayview (Google Maps)
July 12, 2023 – 1573 Bayview
July 13, 2023 – 1573 Bayview

On Wednesday, a large crane dominated the skyline at 1573 Bayview Avenue as OUTFRONT Media took down their rooftop billboard sign. The towering crane attracted attention as the company worked diligently to remove the prominent advertisement from the site.

City says lines will be repainted on chaotic Eglinton Ave W

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Uncertainty surrounds future of Turkish resto on Bayview

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A highly anticipated Turkish restaurant planned for Bayview Avenue may face an uncertain future. A sign recently appeared in the windows of 1597-1599 Bayview Avenue, leaving doubts about the establishment’s fate. Last year, the windows displayed images of a swanky design, hinting at Rumi Turkish Cuisine. The prospect of an upscale eatery offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, a bar, and live music seemed exciting.

However, a sign now posted in the windows states that the property has been secured by Apex Property Management on behalf of the mortgagee, and entry is prohibited without permission. The exact implications for Rumi Turkish Cuisine remain unclear.

Previously, 1597 and 1599 Bayview Avenue housed Butter Studio and Scholar’s Choice.

Three Wednesday Movie Nights at Evergreen Brick Works

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This summer, you can look forward to three Wednesday Movie Nights at Evergreen Brick Works — July 5, August 9 and September 13. The movies will be screened under the covered Pavilions and admission is free (or pay what you can). There will be eats and treats available from their new Snack Shack and the Sipping Container starting from 6pm. Showtime is at sundown (around 8:30pm). Bring your own chairs to watch the movie. All films will be screened with captions. Instagram followers helped them pick the movie for July 5th by voting for their favourite….the winner was Turning Red! Make sure to add these Movie Nights to your summer bucket list. 🙂

Make the most of the warm summer evenings by watching a family-friendly movie surrounded by beautiful heritage buildings and nature in the heart of the Don Valley!Evergreen Brick Works

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OPENING SOON: RIMINI De La Mer Italian Fish Market

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A new fish business is poised to open on Bayview following the recent closure of De La Mer Fresh Fish Market. According to the new sign posted in the window, RIMINI De La Mer Authentic Italian Fish Market is set to open soon at 1543 Bayview Avenue.

De La Mer, was a local fish market with 4 Toronto locations, known for quality, service, and sustainability, and recently made the difficult decision to close permanently due to the owner’s battle with advanced pancreatic cancer.

Previous: De La Mer has announced the closure of all of their stores, June 1, 2023

Join St. Cuthbert’s for Lemonade on the Green, Wednesdays

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Every Wednesday morning, St. Cuthbert’s Anglican Church at 1399 Bayview Avenue (near Davisville) is hosting “Lemonade on the Green“, a summer community event.

Starting July 5th, until August 30th, drop by between 10:00am and 12 noon to enjoy a cool drink, chat with neighbours, and take in the beautiful gardens.

The Gard’n Angels will be there too, tending to the Vegetable Garden in the Green. All of the produce from the vegetable garden is donated to the Flemingdon Food Bank.

Join in this friendly gathering to connect with others and support a good cause. Come by and say hi – everyone is welcome!

New signs, patio tables, updated façade, & a vibrant mural

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New sign installed for Jyugoya Japanese Restaurant
Jyugoya Japanese Restaurant gets a new sign
Smoking Cigar apdating their façade
The Daughter Wine Bar has opened a patio at Bayview & Belsize.
Mural on the hoarding at Bayview Vision’s new location

Jyugoya Japanese Restaurant, located at 1528 Bayview Ave, is gearing up for its opening. A work crew was spotted installing brand new signage earlier today. Food enthusiasts in the area can start getting their taste buds ready for this new addition to the neighbourhood. Not far from Jyugoya, the Smoking Cigar at 1540 Bayview Ave is undergoing a transformation of its own. The familiar red brick façade is receiving a fresh and modern update with a brand-new coat of sleek black paint. Up at 1560 Bayview, The Daughter Wine Bar has opened a patio on the Belsize Drive side of their shop. Looking good! Meanwhile, Bayview Vision’s new location (still under construction) at 1709 Bayview Ave is capturing attention with a colourful new mural. During the recent Bayview-Leaside BIA’s Sidewalk Sensation event, Toronto artist Jessica Gorlicky took to the construction hoarding and unleashed her artistic prowess. Gorlicky, a prominent figure in Toronto’s trendy art scene, showcased her talent by creating a captivating masterpiece that adds a touch of vibrancy to the construction site.

Massive condo tower proposed to replace Bayview Car Wash

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Proposal for 1802 Bayview Avenue. /From application submitted to City of Toronto
Proposal for 1802 Bayview Avenue. /From application submitted to City of Toronto
1802 Bayview Avenue. /From application submitted to City of Toronto

An application was submitted to propose the redevelopment of 1802 Bayview Avenue (at Roehampton Ave), the current location of the neighbourhood stalwart, Bayview Car Wash.

Gairloch Developments partnered with Harlo Capital submitted the re-zoning application on June 19th, 2023, and aim to construct a 46-storey mixed-use building. The ground level will house retail along Bayview Avenue, with 419 residential units in the tower. The plan includes two levels of underground parking with a total of 44 parking spaces. Access to the underground parking will be facilitated by a ramp from Badali Family Lane. Additionally, bicycle parking will be provided on the two underground levels as well as the mezzanine level.

While it’s true that the land is not being fully utilized, the loss of Bayview Car Wash will undoubtedly be a source of sorrow for the community.

From application submitted to City of Toronto
From application submitted to City of Toronto

The application includes a summary of other development proposals in the vicinity. Check out the photo above to see the impressive scale of these projects. It seems all these developers are optimistically assuming that the completion of the Eglinton Crosstown is not too far away. Uh huh.