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Welcome to the Hangar District

The Hangar District is YZD’s first neighbourhood – a place where Toronto’s aviation past meets bold new possibilities.

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Nearly 3,000 new homes, from townhomes to 14-storey apartment buildings
Mix of rental and ownership options, with at least 40% family-sized units 
Wrapped around Hangars creating ~7,000 jobs in creative industries, tech, light manufacturing, cultural uses 
A thriving hub of homes, workplaces, cultural spaces, shops, and parks 
Transformed historic Hangars reimagined as workplaces, studios, cultural venues 
Pedestrian-focused district linked to Downsview Park by a new bridge 

Key Places

Central Square
Gathering place animated by events, markets, and daily community life 
Taxiway Street
Retail spine lined with shops, cafés, cultural venues
The Atrium
Indoor space connecting heritage Hangars to public amenities
Garratt Boulevard Park
Green space for play, recreation, neighbourhood gatherings
Downsview Park Bridge
Will feature a green, multi-use path that connects people to nature
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How We’re Building the Future

  • Q3 2025

    Hangar District Plan Endorsement and ZBA Approval

  • Q2 2027

    Phase 1 infrastructure construction begins

  • Q3 2028

    Phase 1 residential construction begins

  • 2031+

    First Occupancy

Timelines are indicative and subject to change.

Be Part of What’s Next

As YZD's first district moves forward, new opportunities are beginning to take shape across the Hangar District. Connect with our partners to get more information or to book a tour.
South Hangar Opportinities
North Hangar Opportunities
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Hangar District Resources

Since 2021, more than 10,000 people and 130+ organizations have been engaged through town halls, pop-ups, Indigenous sharing meetings, and surveys. Explore Hangar District (Taxiway West) resources below:

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