Regent Park
Canada's boldest urban revitalization, reimagined and thriving
About Regent Park
Regent Park is a neighbourhood in the midst of one of the most ambitious urban renewal projects in Canadian history. Once synonymous with public housing challenges, the area east of Parliament Street and south of Gerrard is being rebuilt as a mixed-income community that blends market condominiums with affordable rental units, new parks, and a cultural centre that has become an anchor for the entire east downtown. The Daniels Spectrum arts hub hosts theatre, music, and visual arts programming that reflects the neighbourhood's remarkable diversity. The revitalization has introduced a new street grid where there were once superblocks, restoring the connectivity that was lost in the original 1940s planning. The Regent Park Aquatic Centre is a world-class swimming facility, and the new parklands along the reconfigured streets are vibrant gathering places in warm weather. What has not changed is the strength of the community itself. Regent Park's residents, many of them from Somali, Tamil, South Asian, and Caribbean backgrounds, have shaped a neighbourhood culture that is resilient, welcoming, and deeply rooted.
Key Highlights
Walkability
85/100 — Highly walkable with new pedestrian-friendly street grid and nearby amenities
Transit
TTC streetcar 505 Dundas, streetcar 501 Queen; Castle Frank station (Line 2) nearby
Vibe
Revitalized, diverse, resilient
What Makes Regent Park Special
Liveability Scores
Walk Score
Walker’s Paradise
Transit Score
Excellent Transit
Bike Score
Biker’s Paradise
Local Favourites in Regent Park
The best-rated spots right in the neighbourhood, from cosy cafes to beautiful parks.
Playgrounds
Underpass Park Playground
5185 Eastern Ave, Toronto, ON M5A 1H7, Canada
Football
5Sumach-Shuter Parkette, 485 Shuter St, Toronto, ON M5A 3K1, Canada
Regent Park Playground
5415 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON M5A 2H4, Canada
Bright Street Playground
4.650 Bright St, Toronto, ON M5A 3H4, Canada
Sackville Playground
4.6420 King St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1L4, Canada
Fitness & Gyms
RISE CYCLE - Queen East
5672 Queen St E Main Floor, Toronto, ON M4M 1G8, Canada
Lift Corktown
4.9508 King St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1M1, Canada
La Femme Strong
4.9655 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1G4, Canada
Nice Day Pilates
4.98 Eastern Ave, Toronto, ON M5A 3C7, Canada
F45 Training Regent Park
4.9659 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON N5W 2Z1, Canada
Restaurants
Mikaku Udon Bar
4.8229 Carlton St., Toronto, ON M5A 2L2, Canada
Wanaag Restaurant Somali Grill and Cafe
4.8224 Parliament St, Toronto, ON M5A 3A4, Canada
Los Gyros
4.8500 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1T7, Canada
White Lily Diner
4.7678 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1G8, Canada
Bakeries
Bisou Toronto
4.7350 Berkeley St, Toronto, ON M5A 2G1, Canada
Blackbird Baking Co. Riverside
4.7635 Queen St E Unit 101, Toronto, ON M4M 1G4, Canada
Roselle Desserts
4.7362 King St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1K9, Canada
'Le Beau' Croissanterie
4.6665 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5A 0P4, Canada
Rayah
4.5507 Parliament St, Toronto, ON M4X 1P3, Canada
Parks & Green Spaces
Riverdale Park
4.7425 Carlton St. #381, Toronto, ON M5A 2M3, Canada
Riverdale Park West
4.7375 Sumach St, Toronto, ON M4X 1B8, Canada
Regent Park Running Track
4.727 Blevins Pl, Toronto, ON M5A 0M1, Canada
Corktown Common
4.6155 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M5A 0M4, Canada
Underpass Park
4.629 Lower River Street, Toronto, ON M5A 1M6, Canada
Bars & Pubs
House on Parliament
4.6454 Parliament St, Toronto, ON M5A 3A2, Canada
Lob Toronto
4.6100 Broadview Ave #101, Toronto, ON M4M 3H3, Canada
The West Cork Irish pub
4.6701 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1G6, Canada
The Comrade
4.5758 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1H4, Canada
Cafes & Coffee Shops
Bevy
4.6738 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5A 2C3, Canada
Isle of coffee (QUEEN)
4.5745 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1H3, Canada
Libraries
Toronto Public Library - Queen/Saulter Branch
4.3765 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1H3, Canada
Toronto Public Library - Riverdale Branch
4370 Broadview Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 2M8, Canada
Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street Branch
4269 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON M5A 2G3, Canada
Happening in Toronto
Upcoming events, festivals, and community gatherings across the city.
Hamilton at the Princess of Wales Theatre
Princess of Wales Theatre
St. Lawrence Market Saturday Artisan Market
St. Lawrence Market
AGO Exhibit: Canadian Modernism Reimagined
Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
Toronto Tech Meetup: AI & the Future of Work
MaRS Discovery District
Jazz Nights at The Rex Hotel
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
Improv Comedy Night at Second City Toronto
The Second City Toronto
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Explore the communities surrounding Regent Park.
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