Access to the West Toronto Railpath from Perth Avenue to Bloor Street West will be closed for an anticipated duration of one month starting as early as February 9 while the City converts the timber deck to an asphalt surface. Detour signage will be posted.

Local residents are invited to attend a drop-in event to learn more about Phase 1 of the Horner Avenue Road Safety Improvements project on February 2 at Alderwood Pool from 6 to 8 p.m. Cycling and road safety upgrades are proposed on Horner Avenue and Foch Avenue. toronto.ca/horner

Thank you to the dedicated crews that are clearing city roads, sidewalks, bikeways and accessible platforms to ensure everyone can travel safely! When clearing your driveways, please avoid shoveling snow into bikeways or on sidewalks. toronto.ca/snow

Access to the West Toronto Railpath between the Osler Street Laneway and Ruskin Avenue has reopened following conversion of the timber deck on top of the bridge to asphalt. toronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/89eb-24ECS-BE-15PM-info-w4-w9-dupont-bridge-rehab-cons-update2-nov3-2025aoda.pdf

The Paton Road Underpass is temporarily for pedestrians and people cycling between January 15 and Fall 2026. Please see the Construction Notice link for more information. #Metrolinx assets.metrolinx.com/image/upload/v1767798169/Documents/Metrolinx/GOE_Paton_Rd_construction_notice_Postcard.pdf

The City of Toronto is replacing the former numbered cycling route signage with a destination-based system for improved wayfinding and clarity. In 2025, new signs were added on several routes, including Bloor Street West. Learn more about the TO360 Wayfinding program at the link. toronto.ca/TO360

Please use extra caution while cycling today! Click the link for winter cycling tips or to locate streets that have been cleared of snow using the PlowTO Map. toronto.ca/services-payments/streets-parking-transportation/cycling-in-toronto/cycling-safety-education-theft-prevention/winter-cycling/

The Cycling and Pedestrian Projects unit is hiring three temporary transportation engineers to help create safe and accessible active transportation infrastructure across Toronto. Apply by January 6. https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/job/Toronto-TRANSPORTATION-ENGINEER-ON-M/597961817/

Cycling data from the 15 permanent bicycle counters was made public in 2025, which reflects the City's committment to transparency and data-driven transportation planning. More bicycle counters will be added to the cycling network in 2026. https://open.toronto.ca/dataset/permanent-bicycle-counters/

The first stage of the Centennial Park Cycling Connections project included the construction of a two-way bikeway on the east side of Mill Road, which will connect existing trails in Centennial Park to a future multi-use trail on Burnhamthorpe Road. toronto.ca/centennialcyclingconnections

Cycle tracks on Lansdowne Avenue and Bloor Street East were upgraded to receive painted concrete barriers as part of the City's StreetARToronto program, which showcases local artists, beautifies neighbourhoods and promotes active transportation. toronto.ca/streetartoronto

Several multi-use trails were either added or upgraded within the existing cycling network in 2025. This includes trails in Biidaasige Park, the East Don Trail from Bermondsey Road to the Cycling Pedestrian Overpass Bridge, and Finch Corridor Trail from Birchmount Road to Pharmacy Avenue.

As part of the City's commitment to safety and accessibility under the Vision Zero Road Safety Plan, sidewalks were constructed on several streets in 2025, including Parlette Street, Fishleigh Drive and Wilby Crescent. toronto.ca/sidewalks

A two-way cycle track and upgraded sidewalk were added to the west side of Knox Avenue as part of road reconstruction. This bikeway connects the existing contra-flow bicycle lane on Eastern Avenue to the Lake Shore Boulevard East multi-use trail. toronto.ca/knox

In 2025, changes on The Esplanade included the conversion to one-way westbound travel for motor vehicles between Scott Street and Church Street, and the extension of the two-way cycle tracks from Scott Street to Market Street using quick-build materials. toronto.ca/esplanademill

Originally installed as bike lanes in 1997, existing cycle tracks on Harbord Street and Hoskin Avenue were upgraded to include permanent separation, green infrastructure planters, refreshed pavement markings, improved pedestrian crossings, and bicycle signals in 2025. toronto.ca/harbordhoskin

Road reconstruction on Sentinel Road provided the opportunity to upgrade bike lanes to raised cycle tracks, widen sidewalks, and add raised crosswalks, curb extensions and integrated bike/bus stops. Lane widths were also narrowed, which deters motorists from speeding. toronto.ca/sentinel

The Wallace-Emerson and Silverthorn Cycling Connections projects featured on-street bikeways, intersection improvements, and measures to reduce motor vehicle speeds and/or volumes, which creates a safer and more comfortable experience for people cycling and pedestrians.

Until December 31, we're looking back at notable bikeway and sidewalk achievements, from major upgrades to cycling connections to accessibility improvements. A full list of projects will be included in the upcoming annual Cycling Year in Review report. toronto.ca/cycling

The East Don Trail from Bermondsey Road to the Pedestrian Cycling Overpass Bridge (East Approach Structure) has been completed, which includes paving, topsoil placement and seeding. Planting is scheduled for spring 2026. https://trca.ca/conservation/infrastructure-projects/east-don-trail-project/

On December 17, Toronto City Council authorized the installation of 20.5 km of bikeway projects on several streets, including Keele Street, Kingston Road, Trethewey Drive and Weston Road. More details are available at the link. secure.toronto.ca/council/agen...

Sidewalks were recently installed on Parlette Avenue and Ravine Park Crescent, just east of Port Union Road. These 1.8 m wide sidewalks improve safety and accessibility for people walking in the community and provide a missing link with the existing sidewalk network.

Cycling and Pedestrian Projects is hiring three temporary Transportation Engineers to work on capital projects that implement bikeways, road safety improvements and Complete Streets features. Apply by January 6. https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/job/Toronto-TRANSPORTATION-ENGINEER-ON-M/597961817/

Cycling and Pedestrian Projects is hiring a Senior Project Manager to help build bikeways and sidewalks that contribute to a safe, equitable and livable city. Apply by December 19. https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/job/Toronto-SENIOR-PROJECT-MANAGER-TRANSPORTATION-SERVICES-ON-M/597960217/

From December 8 at 7 p.m. to December 9 at 5 a.m., and from December 9 at 7 p.m. to December 10 at 5 a.m., Harbord Street will be closed between Spadina Avenue and St. George Street (including the cycle tracks) for sewer lining work. Use Bloor Street West as an alternate route.

Until December 2026, the existing sidewalk, bike lane, and eastbound lane on the south side of Dupont Street will be closed for work related to Metrolinx's Davenport Diamond Greenway project. All road users should travel single file through the work zone.

Under the Missing Sidewalk Program, a new sidewalk was installed on the south side of Fishleigh Drive from Glen Everest Road to Lakewood Avenue along with intersection improvements at Glen Everest Road. Visit toronto.ca/sidewalks to learn more about this program and how to request new sidewalks.

Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Visit toronto.ca/accessiblestreets to learn more about how the Cycling and Pedestrian Projects team works with people with disabilities to receive feedback on accessibility features located in the City's bikeways and multi-use trails.

Starting in 2026, changes are proposed on parts of Brimorton Drive between Brimley Road and Markham Road to create a safer, more accessible and green street. Visit toronto.ca/brimortondrive to learn more, and submit your comments to [email protected] by December 7.

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