Lawson Redevelopment

Lawson Redevelopment: Purpose Driven Partnership

With a partnership that started in 2023, Community Living Toronto (CLTO) and Tridel continue to advance the Lawson Redevelopment at 1710–1712 Ellesmere Road in Scarborough,

This landmark project is well underway, guided by a shared commitment to delivering an inclusive community that sets a new standard for how non-profit organisations and home builders can partner to address housing demand for all people. The vision is to create a vibrant community that goes beyond buildings, one that embodies accessibility and belonging, and fosters trust and positive experiences for everyone who lives and visits there.

From the outset, the guiding vision has been clear: to create a neighbourhood where people with intellectual disabilities are included from the beginning, shaping a model for inclusive urban development. The Lawson Redevelopment represents a significant and ongoing step toward building communities of belonging and inclusion.

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Rendering of the proposed Lawson Redevelopment
3D line render of the proposed Lawson Redevelopment

Proposed Redevelopment: Building an Inclusive Community

The Lawson Redevelopment will deliver five mixed-use towers, blending affordable and market rental housing, independent and supported living, and market condominium suites. This range of housing options is designed to foster a genuinely inclusive and connected community.

Community Features (in development):

  • Five residential towers (28-52 storeys) featuring 1 rental building owned by CLTO with 280 Rental Suites (70% market, 30% affordable). 4 Market condominium buildings with 1,920 condos, a mix of affordable and market-rate housing, independent and supported living, and market condominiums.
  • Up to 20% of rental and condominium suites will be available to individuals supported by CLTO and others.
  • Approximately 20,000 sq. ft. of programme and office space in CLTO’s building, including a publicly accessible mixed-use area for community activities.
  • Proposed amenities include a public park and greenspace, a storefront for community pop-ups, and retail opportunities such as a coffee shop or local market supporting local artisans and farmers.
  • The development emphasizes accessibility, universal design, and pedestrian-friendly connections that encourage active transportation and community interaction.
The redevelopment will elevate accessibility and inclusion through all facets of the proposed plan, including high standards of accessible design and an intentional network of pedestrian and active transportation options. 

Community Meetings

We look forward to hearing from the community on the proposed Lawson redevelopment. Community and stakeholder consultations will be conducted to inform the future amenities.

Project timeline

Below are early estimates for project timing

Lawson was vacated on

October of 2025

City Approval:

Revised application under review; City Council decision expected by

Spring of 2026

Construction Start:

2028

First Occupancy:

Anticipated in 2030

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Questions regarding CLTO’s building can be emailed to: lawsonredevelopment@cltoronto.ca.

Frequently Asked Questions

Project Timeline (All dates are subject to change)

Construction is scheduled to begin in 2028.

Lawson was vacated in October 2025.

 

A relocation plan for existing programmes and services was developed and communicated in 2025.

Occupancy is scheduled to begin in 2030. 

Access and Occupancy

Community Living Toronto’s (CLTO) building is affordable and market rental suites-only. Tridel’s four towers are market condominium suites for purchase.

 

Just like the general public, individuals and/or families supported by CLTO can purchase condo units in any of the market buildings across the site. CLTO and its partner agencies may also choose to purchase up to 20 per cent of units in Tridel’s condominium towers.

 

CLTO staff can purchase units in four of the five buildings from Tridel during the market sales phase of the project. The CLTO Option Units (up to 20 per cent of units in each of the four buildings) are restricted to CLTO, families/individuals, other non-profits, agencies, and affiliates.

 

Community Living Toronto’s building will be inclusive and offer a wide range of mixed-use housing for the people we support and the broader community. It will not be for CLTO programmes and services only.

Mixed-use is a type of urban development, urban planning and/or zoning classification that blends multiple uses such as residential, commercial, recreational, cultural, or entertainment into one space.

The process for renting or owning a suite within the development will be confirmed and communicated publicly at a future date. The process for renting a suite within the CLTO building will be confirmed and communicated publicly at a future date.

CLTO’s Building Details

Of the 280 affordable and market rental suites, approximately 20 per cent (50-60 units) will be available for people with an intellectual disability. The building will also have garden suite apartments for people with an intellectual disability that are medically complex.

Our proposed building will have 28 floors. The final number of floors is subject to planning approvals.

Yes. CLTO’s building will have approximately 20,000 sq. ft. of office and program space, including a state-of-the-art Children’s Respite Activity Space (indoor and outdoor) where our afterschool programs will be held, and flexible program space that could be used for community activities.

Proposed amenities include:

  • Access to Public Park/greenspace
  • Community program space
  • A storefront for community pop-ups
  • A coffee shop/local market to support local artisans, farmers, and others.

 

Community engagement will be undertaken to confirm building and property amenities.

Stakeholder and Community Engagement

Yes. A structured internal stakeholder engagement process will be led by CLTO and an equity design firm, and an open public consultation with community members will be led by Tridel and their respective support teams. Both will influence project plans and outcomes.

Partnership: Community Living Toronto and Tridel

Tridel® is Canada’s leading developer and builder of condominium residences with homebuilding experience since 1934. To date, the Tridel Group of Companies is responsible for producing over 89,000 homes. Tridel is determined to develop socially and environmentally responsible condominium communities that meet the needs of today’s homeowners while safeguarding the well-being of future generations. The company is working to meet this goal by focusing on innovation that promotes environmentally sustainable design, social inclusion and cohesion, as well as high performance in construction, and corporate stewardship.

For more information about Tridel, please visit: www.tridel.com

Community Living Toronto has been a source of support for people with an intellectual disability and their families since 1948. Community Living Toronto offers a wide range of services including respite, person-directed planning, employment supports, supported living, and community-based activities. 

Community Living Toronto is proud to support over 4,000 individuals and their families in more than 50 locations across Toronto. 

The “community living movement” began with families who wanted their children to live in the community rather than institutions. Today, Community Living Toronto continues to advocate for inclusive communities and support the rights and choices of people with intellectual disabilities.

The goal of this partnership is to deliver an inclusive community that sets the standard for how organisations and home builders can partner to meet housing demand for all people across Canada.

Community Living Toronto and Tridel aim to create a space that is not just a building, but an epitome of a safe and welcoming environment that fosters belonging, trust, and positive experiences for all.

Community Living Toronto will maintain its presence on the lands and will own and manage a rental and office building. We will continue to provide services and essential support to the immediate and surrounding community.

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