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Find the locations of items on our interactive map, which includes photos of the green space.
Green spaces = green squares Public art installations = yellow stars Points of Interest = red question marks Green spaces that are adjacent to the Bay Cloverhill area, and included on the Green Loop walking tour are identified with *. |
Queen's Park North, 110 Wellesley Street West
Originally a farm, Queen's Park was opened as the first Canadian municipal park in 1860, named after Queen Victoria. The area was heavily forested, and when it was cleared for the park, a sawmill was built at 67 St. Nicholas Street to process the cut down tree. The sawmill workers lived in the ten adjacent cottages that were named after plants and native tree species (Oak, Ivy, Rose, Spruce, Beech, Birch, Maple, Ash, Elm and Hazel). In attendance at the opening was her son, an eighteen year Prince of Wales, who would later be known as King Edward VII. The area north of Wellesley Street is called "Queen's Park North", with the area south of that, including the Ontario Legislature Building, known as "Queen's Park".
There are numerous entry points and pathways to the 49 acre site, as well as benches to enjoy a restful moment. Restoration work was completed in 2019 that included upgrading the jogging path that encircles the park, adding benches and pathways. Future improvements include direct access to the Museum TTC subway station and a bench made from a 200 year old white oak tree.
"Trees for Toronto" is a City of Toronto and Royal Ontario Museum program that planted native trees in the park and the various species are identified with small signs. Notable statues include the 48th Highlanders, Al Purdy and King Edward VII. A fountain is located at the south end of the park.
Originally a farm, Queen's Park was opened as the first Canadian municipal park in 1860, named after Queen Victoria. The area was heavily forested, and when it was cleared for the park, a sawmill was built at 67 St. Nicholas Street to process the cut down tree. The sawmill workers lived in the ten adjacent cottages that were named after plants and native tree species (Oak, Ivy, Rose, Spruce, Beech, Birch, Maple, Ash, Elm and Hazel). In attendance at the opening was her son, an eighteen year Prince of Wales, who would later be known as King Edward VII. The area north of Wellesley Street is called "Queen's Park North", with the area south of that, including the Ontario Legislature Building, known as "Queen's Park".
There are numerous entry points and pathways to the 49 acre site, as well as benches to enjoy a restful moment. Restoration work was completed in 2019 that included upgrading the jogging path that encircles the park, adding benches and pathways. Future improvements include direct access to the Museum TTC subway station and a bench made from a 200 year old white oak tree.
"Trees for Toronto" is a City of Toronto and Royal Ontario Museum program that planted native trees in the park and the various species are identified with small signs. Notable statues include the 48th Highlanders, Al Purdy and King Edward VII. A fountain is located at the south end of the park.
Queen's Park, 100 Wellesley Street West
The area south of Wellesley and north of College, bounded by Queen's Park Crescent, is known as "Queen's Park". The unique shape of Queen's Park is formed by Queen's Park Crescent, which mirrors the path of Taddle Creek. The Ontario Legislature Building contains the Legislative Assembly of Ontario (provincial government), offices of the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, as well as Members of Provincial Parliament. The Romanesque Revival styled building was constructed with pink hued sandstone from the Credit River and Orangeville areas.
The Ontario Legislative Building anchors a large public space with numerous monuments, statutes and trees. In front of the building sits a pair of Russian cannons, gifted by Queen Victoria in 1859 after being captured during the Crimean War. West of the building entrance resides a statue of Sir Oliver Mowat, and on the east side the Queen Victoria statue serenely surveys the park, with a statue of John Sandfield Macdonald behind her. On the west side of the the building are rose gardens and plaques honouring Queen Elizabeth's Silver and Golden Jubilee, along with a plaque commemorating the 1939 Royal Tour. The east side of the building houses the Post One survey monument and statue of John Graves Simcoe. The centre of the park is occupied by a statue of George Brown, Sir James Pliny Whitney and Sir John A. Macdonald. It is also home to the Ontario Veteran's Memorial, the Northwest Rebellion Monument, various plaques and two gardens containing trilliums and Ontario native species plants.
The Legislative Assembly of Ontario offers a variety of tours and webinars for the building and grounds. Interior tours are temporarily suspended. Outdoor tours are conducted, weather permitting. Virtual tours and webinars are typically scheduled on business days. For more details click Tour Information.
The area south of Wellesley and north of College, bounded by Queen's Park Crescent, is known as "Queen's Park". The unique shape of Queen's Park is formed by Queen's Park Crescent, which mirrors the path of Taddle Creek. The Ontario Legislature Building contains the Legislative Assembly of Ontario (provincial government), offices of the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, as well as Members of Provincial Parliament. The Romanesque Revival styled building was constructed with pink hued sandstone from the Credit River and Orangeville areas.
The Ontario Legislative Building anchors a large public space with numerous monuments, statutes and trees. In front of the building sits a pair of Russian cannons, gifted by Queen Victoria in 1859 after being captured during the Crimean War. West of the building entrance resides a statue of Sir Oliver Mowat, and on the east side the Queen Victoria statue serenely surveys the park, with a statue of John Sandfield Macdonald behind her. On the west side of the the building are rose gardens and plaques honouring Queen Elizabeth's Silver and Golden Jubilee, along with a plaque commemorating the 1939 Royal Tour. The east side of the building houses the Post One survey monument and statue of John Graves Simcoe. The centre of the park is occupied by a statue of George Brown, Sir James Pliny Whitney and Sir John A. Macdonald. It is also home to the Ontario Veteran's Memorial, the Northwest Rebellion Monument, various plaques and two gardens containing trilliums and Ontario native species plants.
The Legislative Assembly of Ontario offers a variety of tours and webinars for the building and grounds. Interior tours are temporarily suspended. Outdoor tours are conducted, weather permitting. Virtual tours and webinars are typically scheduled on business days. For more details click Tour Information.
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Frost Building Plaza, 7 Queen's Park Crescent East
Just south of the two Frost Buildings containing provincial government offices and north of College Street, there is an intimate park area containing the Ontario Firefighters Memorial. |
Whitney Plaza, 23 Queen's Park Crescent East
Adjacent to the Whitney Block of provincial government buildings, this quiet plaza has wide walkways, benches, and memorials dedicated to both Ontario Police and Ontario Correctional Workers.
Adjacent to the Whitney Block of provincial government buildings, this quiet plaza has wide walkways, benches, and memorials dedicated to both Ontario Police and Ontario Correctional Workers.
- Opera Place Park/Leaf Garden, 25 Breadalbane Street
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*College Park, 420 Yonge Street
After undergoing a major renovation, this park reopened in 2019. Designed to have something for everyone, there are green spaces, a children’s play area, reflecting pool and the seasonal Barbara Ann Scott Ice Trail
After undergoing a major renovation, this park reopened in 2019. Designed to have something for everyone, there are green spaces, a children’s play area, reflecting pool and the seasonal Barbara Ann Scott Ice Trail
- St. Mary Street Parkette, 26 St. Mary Street
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Clover Hill Park, 50 St. Joseph Street
In November 2020, Clover Hill Park was welcomed by the community as a much needed green space. The cost of the park improvements for the City of Toronto came from Section 37 development funds. The park features seating areas, green spaces, and a children’s playground with a water splash pad.
In November 2020, Clover Hill Park was welcomed by the community as a much needed green space. The cost of the park improvements for the City of Toronto came from Section 37 development funds. The park features seating areas, green spaces, and a children’s playground with a water splash pad.
Dr. Lillian McGregor Park, 25 Wellesley Street West/30 Breadalbane Street
The 1.6 acre L shaped park is named for Dr. Lillian McGregor of the Whitefish River First Nation who was recognized for her contributions in education and honouring indigenous culture. The planned artwork of crane figures, reed screens, feather canopy and a medicine wheel are inspired by Dr. McGregor’s family clan sign.
There are spaces for relaxing, gathering, a children’s playground and an off leash dog area. Plans are underway for a ribbon cutting ceremony and community events in the park. Click on the files below to learn about the history behind the park.
The 1.6 acre L shaped park is named for Dr. Lillian McGregor of the Whitefish River First Nation who was recognized for her contributions in education and honouring indigenous culture. The planned artwork of crane figures, reed screens, feather canopy and a medicine wheel are inspired by Dr. McGregor’s family clan sign.
There are spaces for relaxing, gathering, a children’s playground and an off leash dog area. Plans are underway for a ribbon cutting ceremony and community events in the park. Click on the files below to learn about the history behind the park.
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*George Hislop Park, 20 Isabella Street
Public consultation was held in 2020 and 2021 to update Alexander Street Parkette, Norman Jewison Park and George Hislop Park. Construction is mostly complete, but the park will remain closed to the public until 2023.
George Hislop was a Toronto born gay rights advocate and political activist, known as the "Mayor" of the Village.
Public consultation was held in 2020 and 2021 to update Alexander Street Parkette, Norman Jewison Park and George Hislop Park. Construction is mostly complete, but the park will remain closed to the public until 2023.
George Hislop was a Toronto born gay rights advocate and political activist, known as the "Mayor" of the Village.
*Norman Jewison Park, 13 Isabella Street
Public consultation was held in 2020 and 2021 to update Alexander Street Parkette, Norman Jewison Park and George Hislop Park. Final concept plans are being produced. Construction is estimated to start in 2022.
The park was used as a subway trench in the TTC Yonge Street subway construction in the 1950's. Norman Jewison is a well known Toronto born actor, director and producer who founded the Canadian Film Centre located in Toronto's Windfield Estates. He now lives on a cattle farm in Caledon.
Public consultation was held in 2020 and 2021 to update Alexander Street Parkette, Norman Jewison Park and George Hislop Park. Final concept plans are being produced. Construction is estimated to start in 2022.
The park was used as a subway trench in the TTC Yonge Street subway construction in the 1950's. Norman Jewison is a well known Toronto born actor, director and producer who founded the Canadian Film Centre located in Toronto's Windfield Estates. He now lives on a cattle farm in Caledon.
*James Canning Gardens, 15 Gloucester Street
This intimate park was updated in 2021 and provides a place to relax. Hard to believe it sits atop the Yonge Street subway line.
This intimate park was updated in 2021 and provides a place to relax. Hard to believe it sits atop the Yonge Street subway line.
*Alexander Street Parkette, 16 Alexander Street
Public consultation was held in 2020 and 2021 to update Alexander Street Parkette, Norman Jewison Park and George Hislop Park. Final concept plans are being produced. Construction is estimated to start in 2022.
Public consultation was held in 2020 and 2021 to update Alexander Street Parkette, Norman Jewison Park and George Hislop Park. Final concept plans are being produced. Construction is estimated to start in 2022.
*Joseph Sheard Parkette, 11 Granby Street
The small patch of green was named for the 19th Mayor of Toronto on the site of his former home. The City of Toronto held renovation consultations in 2018.
The small patch of green was named for the 19th Mayor of Toronto on the site of his former home. The City of Toronto held renovation consultations in 2018.
- *McGill Parkette, 9 McGill Street
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