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    History:

    This neighbourhood is the namesake of Historic Fort York, which has stood at the foot of Toronto near the shoreline of Lake Ontario since 1793. The War of 1812, featured the Battle of York in 1813, which saw Fort York destroyed by the Americans. It was rebuilt in 1814. Today, Fort York is a designated National Historic Site.
    In the 1850s the railway began operating just north of Fort York, bringing a plethora of industry to the area. Fort York would carry on in relative obscurity from the citizens of Toronto, however, it continued to be used as a military establishment right up until 1934 when it opened as a historic museum. Fort York was under siege once again in 1943, this time by short-sighted city planners who unceremoniously proposed demolishing it to make way for the Gardiner Expressway. Fortunately, community groups came to the defence of the fort, and the expressway was ultimately re-routed to the south. In a twist of fate, it is the Gardiner Expressway that now faces an uncertain future as many would like to see it demolished while Historic Fort York is now a protected national historic site with a popular state-of-the-art interpretive visitors.

    Overview:

    Fort York is one of Toronto’s newest residential neighbourhoods. However, it is situated in one of Toronto’s most historic areas. The actual Fort York military garrison after which this neighbourhood is named, occupies 43 acres of land just to the north of this newly created residential neighbourhood. Fort York has a unique setting as it just north of the waterfront and south of the railway corridor. The elevated Gardiner Expressway also winds its way through the neighbourhood. The Bentway a popular public recreational space situated underneath the Gardiner Expressway serves as a community hub with year round events.

    Lifestyle:

    Residents of this neighbourhood can shop for household goods along Queens Quay and King Street. There is also a collection of shops at Bathurst and Front Streets anchored by a large Loblaws supermarket which is situated inside a converted historic commercial building.

    Homes:

    This newly minted high-density neighbourhood features a series of high-rise condominium buildings that include approximately 6,000 condominium residences. Many of these residences enjoy views of the Toronto Waterfront. Fort York contains a mix of high-rise towers and mid-and low-rise buildings.These slick glass and concrete edifices include features such as floor-to-ceiling windows,and balconies. Unit owners on higher floors enjoy spectacular city views to the north and lakeshore views to the south.

    Recreation:

    The Bentway is a 1.75-kilometre multi-use paved trail that runs from just west of Strachan Avenue to Spadina Avenue. This trail is popular with cyclists, pedestrians, dog walkers and joggers. There is even an organized monthly rollerskating party. Additional year round activities and events at The Beltway include: a wintertime public skate trail, public markets, public art, special exhibitions, festivals, and theatre and musical performances.

    Transportation:

    Fort York residents can easily walk or cycle downtown.They also enjoy convenient access to public transit, with bus and streetcars easily accessible. Lake Shore Boulevard and the Gardiner Expressway provide motorists with convenient access to Toronto’s network of commuter highways.

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      Fort York Stats

      Walkability:

      High

      Bikeability:

      High

      Public Transit:

      Medium

      Affordability:

      Medium

      Greenspace:

      High

      Recreation:

      Medium

       

      Legend: Low, Medium, High

      Commute Times

      Time to Closest Shopping Mall:
      15 Minutes
      Time To TTC Station:
      10 Minutes
      Time to GO Bus or Train Station:
      15 Minutes
      Time To Hospital:
      10 Minutes
      Time to Toronto Pearson International Airport
      30 Minutes
      Time to Closest Highway:
      5 Minutes

      * All commuting times provided are approximate times only. Commute times may increase or decrease depending on where you live within the neighbourhood and the time of day i.e rush hour versus off hour commutes. Time estimates to public transit are based on walking distance or bus line connection whichever is quicker. All other commute times on the chart above are based on drive times.

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