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From five to eight: New plans emerge for 922 Millwood Rd

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A new development application has been submitted for 922 Millwood Road, the long-vacant lot at Millwood and Randolph that used to house Stanley’s Cleaners. The proposal requests Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments to allow an eight-storey mixed-use building with residential units above street-level retail.

Key details from the City application: the building would deliver 60 residential units (a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom units) and one retail unit at grade. Vehicular access is proposed from Krawchuk Lane, feeding two levels of below-grade parking with 29 parking spaces, and 68 bicycle parking spaces.

The application is currently under review by City planning staff. You can view the full submission and documents on the City of Toronto website here: City of Toronto — 922 Millwood Rd application.

What’s changed at the site

This parcel has seen several proposals over the past few years. Earlier plans envisaged a five-storey building with fewer units and, in later revisions, ground-floor retail. The current submission marks an increase in scale — both in height and unit count — compared with those earlier designs.

For background on previous proposals, see previous coverage:

Papa John’s Pizza is now open on Millwood (@ Rumsey)

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Papa Johns *now open*, 852 Millwood Road /Papa Johns
Papa Johns Grand Opening Oct 11th, 2025, 852 Millwood Road /Papa Johns
Papa Johns dining area, 852 Millwood Road /Papa Johns

Back in September, we shared a reader’s photo of the new Papa John’s location taking shape at 852 Millwood Road, near Trace Manes Park.

Fast-forward to now: the wait is officially over! Papa John’s Leaside opened its doors yesterday, and Grand Opening celebrations are underway.

As part of the festivities, the team will be giving away free small pizzas on Saturday, October 11th, between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. (while supplies last); and the Grand Opening special offers a large 4-topping pizza for $14.99.

We may have to skip breakfast on Saturday. 😉 🍕

(Editor’s note: Earlier reports mentioned an October 3rd opening and October 4th giveaway; these dates have since been updated.)

Mount Pleasant Clinic again welcoming new patients

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Mount Pleasant Clinic is once again putting out the call for new patients — and this time, the call is bigger than ever.

Located at 245 Eglinton Ave. East (at Mount Pleasant), the clinic has now grown to 11 doctors, with four more scheduled to join in the coming months. That means there are additional openings on doctors’ rosters — a rare thing in midtown Toronto, where the search for a family physician can often be challenging.

Those interested can learn more or register directly through the clinic’s website: www.mpclinic.ca.

Papa John’s Pizza taking shape on Millwood Rd in Leaside

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Edmund writes in from Millwood Road with a sneak peek at the new Papa John’s under construction at 852 Millwood. A sign promises an early September opening, but a look inside shows there’s still plenty to do — so it might be a little while longer before we’re picking up our first pies.

Thanks for the update, Edmund!

Stay tuned — and if you spot more local openings or changes on your walks, send us a note!

Harvest Fair and Corn Roast bring a weekend of local fun

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Midtown is buzzing this weekend with two neighbourhood favourites returning for another year. Both Mount Pleasant and Leaside will be hosting family-friendly events, so there’s plenty to see, do, and taste close to home.

🍂 Mount Pleasant Harvest Fair

On Saturday, September 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mount Pleasant Village will once again transform into a bustling fall fair. Stretching from Davisville up to Eglinton, the street will be filled with local vendors, artisans, live entertainment, and kids’ activities. Admission is free, and it’s a great chance to support local businesses while soaking up the community vibe.

For more details, visit Mount Pleasant Village on Instagram.

🌽 Leaside Community Corn Roast

On Sunday, September 21 from 12 to 5 p.m., the Toronto-Leaside Rotary hosts its 29th annual Community Corn Roast at Trace Manes Park (110 Rumsey Rd). Expect face painting, inflatables, games, a fish pond, barbecue, and of course, fresh corn on the cob. This long-standing tradition brings neighbours of all ages together for a fun afternoon in the park.

For more information, visit the Toronto-Leaside Rotary website.

Signs up & doors ready: No Frills set to open on Bayview

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Grocery gossip follow-up: the new No Frills at 1678 Bayview Avenue has announced they will open on September 11th, 2025. Fresh banners are up outside, with permanent signs still to come — so yes, the rumours were true, and Bayview is back in the grocery game.

25-storey development proposed at Eglinton & Bruce Park

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Eglinton Ave E & Bruce Park /Google Maps
Submission for 550 Eglinton Ave E., designed by Studio JCI for developer Dez Capital Corporation /City of Toronto Application
Submission for 550 Eglinton Ave E., designed by Studio JCI for developer Dez Capital Corporation /City of Toronto Application

Another new high-rise has been proposed near the Bayview–Eglinton intersection. An Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning application has been submitted for 550 Eglinton Avenue East, covering properties at 544–552 Eglinton East and 12–14 Bruce Park Avenue. The plan, designed by Studio JCI for developer Dez Capital Corporation, calls for a 25-storey purpose-built rental building with 256 residential units, ranging from studio to 3-bedroom layouts, and retail at street level.

According to the City of Toronto’s application details, the proposal includes two levels of underground parking with 58 spaces, along with 283 bicycle parking spaces. Indoor and outdoor amenities are also part of the plan. A paved access from Bruce Park Avenue is proposed to connect to the underground garage.

A virtual community consultation meeting is scheduled for September 24, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m., where residents can learn more and share feedback.

Husky shutters at 30 Laird Drive (@ Millwood)

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Husky Gas Station at 30 Laird Dr. has closed /TS, Sept 2025

The Husky Gas Station at 30 Laird Drive has closed, with temporary fencing now surrounding the property. At this point, no redevelopment, zoning, demolition, or building applications appear in the City of Toronto’s online database.

Former gas station sites typically require extensive soil testing and remediation before new projects can move forward, a process that can take years. For now, the future of the site remains uncertain.

BAYVIEW BIZ: Restaurants roll out fresh looks and menus

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Eggstatic open again after “Glow Up” /Instagram @eggstatic_canada
Covered patio at Mirage /South Bayview Bulldog
Dinner coming soon at Tiarré’s /Instagram @tiarresbrunchncakes

Bayview Avenue restaurants have been busy making changes over the past few weeks, with some refreshing their spaces and others expanding their offerings.

Eggstatic Back After Glow-Up
Eggstatic (1568 Bayview Ave) closed briefly in late August for a “glow-up,” reopening in time for the Labour Day long weekend. Regulars can once again enjoy brunch plates at the refreshed spot.

Mirage Patio Upgrade
Mirage (1620 Bayview Ave) has upgraded its patio with new touches, including decorative lighting. The changes give diners a covered option while still enjoying open-air dining.

Dinner Coming to Tiarré’s Brunch n Cakes
Known for its brunch, Tiarré’s Brunch n Cakes (1614 Bayview Ave) will soon begin offering dinner service. The new “Dinner, Drinks & Dessert” option launches September 5, 2025, adding an evening component to the café’s lineup.

Letter to the Editor: Bayview’s new No Frills is taking shape

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A few weeks ago, you reported that the site where the former Sweet Potato was located was being renovated, and it would likely reopen as a new No Frills supermarket. I just want to confirm that this is correct – I walked by the site this morning, the windows are still covered by paper, but I was able to find a crack to peek inside. I saw a No Frills sign inside. I also saw that several of the shelves were already stocked with food, and there were shopping carts inside as well. I also saw contractors tools and the usual dust and debris on the ground that you would see during a renovation, but I get the sense that the store should be opening soon, perhaps in the next few weeks? ~Edmund

Thanks, Edmund! We checked it out too and spotted the shelves starting to fill up. Looks like they’re almost ready—opening day could be just around the corner.

A peek into the soon-to-open No Frills, still under construction (Aug 28, 2025 /South Bayview Bulldog

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Electric aviation comes to Toronto’s Billy Bishop Airport

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BETA Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) electric aircraft /media.billybishopairport.com

While Air Canada strikes are dominating headlines, Billy Bishop Airport quietly introduced Toronto to the future of electric aviation. BETA Technologies brought its ALIA electric aircraft for a demo, showing off Toronto’s future in “clean, high-tech aviation”.

Bonus: the airport now has Canada’s first BETA Minicube charger, ready to power both electric planes and vehicles.

Curious about the flight, the tech, and what it could mean for the city? Check out the full media release here.

End of an era: Whole Foods Leaside closes after 8 years

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Whole Foods, Bayview & Broadway, August 16, 2025 /South Bayview Bulldog

After eight years as a neighbourhood staple, the Whole Foods at 1860 Bayview Avenue in Leaside and its counterpart at Yonge & Sheppard are closing their doors on August 22. The surprise announcement, confirmed by Whole Foods representatives, comes as the company says it is “positioning for long-term success” and planning new locations in the city. (BlogTO, CTV News, Toronto Star)

The Leaside store, which opened in April 2017 to much fanfare, occupies the second floor of the complex at Bayview and Broadway. Many in the community will remember its grand opening as the long-awaited arrival in 2017. (South Bayview Bulldog archive)

Shoppers looking to stock up before the final day have been taking advantage of some serious markdowns. A closing sale began Saturday, August 16, with discounts starting at 50% off and climbing to 70% off by Monday. The deep cuts will continue until the doors officially close on the 22nd. (BlogTO)

If you’ve been to Leaside in the past few days, you may have noticed shoppers leaving with overflowing paper bags. Community Facebook groups lit up over the weekend with reports of long lineups—including waits just to reach the elevator—and shelves looking bare by Sunday. Some residents joked that with nothing left to sell, the store might not make it to its planned closing date.

Whole Foods says the decision isn’t tied to Amazon ownership or global trade issues, but rather to underperformance at these locations. A company spokesperson confirmed that no other closures are planned at this time, and that existing stores in Yorkville and Markham will continue operating. Meanwhile, a new downtown location on King Street West is set to open in 2026. (BlogTO, CTV News)

As for what’s next for the soon-to-be-vacant Bayview space? That’s a mystery, but residents will be watching closely. For now, if you’re hoping to grab some last-minute deals—or just say goodbye—you’ll need to act fast. Judging by the empty shelves, the neighbourhood has already cleaned house.