UrbanToronto

UrbanToronto started in 2002 as a platform where industry professionals and urban enthusiasts could exchange information and insights about the rapid development in Toronto. This created a space for engaging discussions and the sharing of various viewpoints. As our community expanded, we used our background in publishing and journalism to launch a News section, delivering trustworthy articles on new projects, construction updates, city planning, and other related topics.

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Yonge at Wellesley Station Condos Climb While Height Bump Approved

19 hours ago | urbantoronto.ca | Anthony Teles

Construction continues to advance at Yonge at Wellesley Station, where the forming work has moved on from the three-storey podium to the tower floors above. Located on the northeast corner of Maitland Street and Maitland Terrace in Toronto’s Church-Wellesley Village, the 46-storey condominium is designed by BDP Quadrangle for Plaza. It sits steps from Wellesley station or Yonge Street. UrbanToronto’s last update was in January 2025, when construction had recently surpassed grade level.
TMU Breaks Ground on Student Wellbeing Centre

21 hours ago | urbantoronto.ca | Anthony Teles

Construction is underway on the Student Wellbeing Centre at Toronto Metropolitan University, following a ground breaking ceremony held earlier this month. The $42-million development will pair a new eight-storey hybrid mass timber structure with the restored heritage-listed O’Keefe House, creating a dedicated home for student wellness, academic, and health-related services.
Eight-Tower Community Proposed at Highway 7 and 27 in Vaughan

1 day ago | urbantoronto.ca | Anthony Teles

An ambitious proposal plans to remake the intersection of Highways 7 and 27 in the West Woodbridge Industrial Area, currently a low-rise commercial pocket in Vaughan, the City north of Toronto. Designed by Caricari Lee Architects for the Bozzo Group of Companies (Bostar Inc. & 1639326 Ontario Ltd.), the submission envisions eight high-rise towers up to 50 storeys, the tallest and densest proposal to date for the immediate area.
Quay House Nearing Occupancy on Queens Quay East

1 day ago | urbantoronto.ca | Anthony Teles

Quay House is approaching occupancy at 162 Queens Quay East in Toronto’s East Bayfront, where final exterior and streetscape work is progressing toward completion. Designed by Kirkor Architects Planners for Empire Communities, the 21-storey mixed-use building is in a mid-block site between Richardson and Lower Sherbourne streets, within one of the city’s fastest transforming waterfront districts. UrbanToronto’s last update was in August, 2024 following the building’s topping off and crane removal.
Hotel Proposal on Adelaide Across from St Andrew's Playground Adds Height

2 days ago | urbantoronto.ca | Anthony Teles

A hotel proposal at 445 Adelaide Street West across from St Andrew's Playground in Toronto's Fashion District has been resubmitted to the City by Lamb Development Corp. Designed by architects—Alliance, the revised submission increases the height from 14 to 17 storeys. The site sits within the King-Spadina Heritage Conservation District, steps from the future Queen-Spadina and King-Bathurst Ontario Line 3 stations.
One Bloor West Reaches 84th Floor, Nears 300m 'Supertall' Height

2 days ago | urbantoronto.ca | Anthony Teles

For a few years now, One Bloor West — until recently known as The One — has been one of Toronto’s most ambitious development stories. The 85-storey tower at the southwest corner of Yonge and Bloor streets is now under the control of Tridel, with the developer rebranding the project and taking over as development, construction, and sales manager.
Industry Updates: Ontario Expediting Approvals, GTA Sales Hit Lows, BILD Celebrates RenoMark Winners, More…

2 days ago | urbantoronto.ca | Anthony Teles

This month’s industry updates offer a mix of pressing challenges and proactive measures shaping the development, housing, and real estate sectors across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. While affordability remains a central concern amid continued declines in home sales and starts, governments and industry associations are introducing reforms and funding to accelerate construction and support long-term growth.
Dual Tower Proposal in the Port Lands Includes Film Production Space

2 days ago | urbantoronto.ca | Anthony Teles

Castlepoint Numa has returned with a resubmission for 115 Saulter Street South in the McCleary District of Toronto's Port Lands, a two-tower proposal rising to 47 and 53 storeys to the southeast of the future East Harbour station. Originally submitted in 2024, the updated application seeks Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to allow for a mixed-use complex designed by COBE Architects in collaboration with SvN.
Forma’s East Tower Reaching Residential Levels as Podium Shapes Up

5 days ago | urbantoronto.ca | Anthony Teles

The east tower of Forma, now under construction at King Street West and Duncan Street in Downtown Toronto, has arrived at the first level of residential suites. Designed by Gehry Partners with Adamson Associates as Architect of Record, and developed by Great Gulf, Dream Unlimited, and Westdale Properties, the 73-storey tower about to transition from its extra-height podium levels to more typical residential floors above, is rising as the first of two buildings in the long-anticipated project.
Soaring 50-Storey Tower Proposed at Victoria Park and Sheppard

5 days ago | urbantoronto.ca | Anthony Teles

Rising ambitions continue on Sheppard Avenue East at Victoria Park Avenue as a new 50-storey tower is proposed by Hazelview Investments. Designed by architects—Alliance, the mixed-use development would be the tallest proposed or currently under construction in the immediate area. The site is within the Protected Major Transit Station Area (PMTSA) of a future Victoria Park station, either on a Sheppard Line 4 Subway Extension or Shepoard East LRT, whichever option is eventually built.