What is a Flood Protection Landform?
Visitors meander the winding paths amongst the urban prairie in Corktown Common. (Photo credit Nicola Betts)
POSTED: SEPTEMBER 23, 2016 I INFRASTRUCTURE, DESIGN, INNOVATION, SUSTAINABILITY, PARKS AND PUBLIC SPACES
By: Meghan Hogan
Future Cities Talks presented as part of in/future, Toronto’s new festival of art and music at Ontario Place
On September 25, 2016, Waterfront Toronto will present a series of talks aimed at challenging urbanists, culture-makers, advocates and citizens to reimagine what it means to be a “city builder.”
Waterfront Toronto to receive $65 million in tri-government funding through the Clean Water and Wastewater Fund
September 14, 2016, Toronto, ON - Today, the governments of Canada and Ontario announced a bilateral agreement that will make more than $1.1 billion in combined infrastructure funding available under the Clean Water and Wastewater Fund. The federal government is providing up to 50% of this funding for projects while the provincial government and municipalities will cover the remaining costs.
Net Zero Energy Dwelling (NetZED) On The Waterfront
The revitalization plan for Toronto’s waterfront positions the city as a leader in creating sustainable communities, with some of the greenest buildings and neighbourhoods in the world.
POSTED: MARCH 22, 2016
BY: ANNA PALAMARCHUK
Creating and Restoring Natural Habitat Along Our Waterfront
On their surface, the WaveDecks along the Central Waterfront are whimsical and fun elements that enhance the public realm. Underneath they provide a naturalized environment for aquatic life.
PUBLISHED: FEBRUARY 11, 2016
BY: ANNA PALAMARCHUK
A Fresh Perspective on Sustainability: Developing a New Resiliency and Innovation Framework
Plans to revitalize the Port Lands and naturalize the mouth of the Don River will incorporate climate positive strategies – such as green infrastructure, energy efficient buildings, renewable energy, and passive design – setting a compelling example for other cities to follow.
POSTED: JANUARY 15, 2016
BY: ANNA PALAMARCHUK
Why is Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting Important?
Waterfront Toronto is the public advocate and steward of waterfront revitalization, mandated to deliver sustainable, mixed-use communities integrated with parks and open spaces.
PUBLISHED: DECEMBER 8, 2015
BY: ANNA PALAMARCHUK
Waterfront Toronto’s Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Report Demonstrates Progress in Advancing Environmental, Social and Economic Goals
Toronto, December 7, 2015 - Today, Waterfront Toronto released its latest Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Report. This update to the initial 2012 report quantifies the progress Waterfront Toronto has made in meeting broad environmental, social and economic goals. The report demonstrates how building durable and beautiful spaces contributes to Toronto’s economic competitiveness and the quality of life for its residents.
Accomplishments detailed in the report include:
From the Archives: Mimico Waterfront Park
After decades of being cut off from the waterfront, with the opening of Mimico Waterfront Park residents of this Etobicoke neighbourhood finally had access to the lakefront.
POSTED: SEPTEMBER 17, 2015 I PARKS AND PUBLIC SPACES, SUSTAINABILITY, DESIGN, WALKABLE NEIGHBOURHOODS
By Heather Glicksman