Premier Doug Ford's government aims to ease congestion in Toronto, yet a city report reveals that his Ontario Place redevelopment plan might exacerbate traffic problems. The report estimates a potential increase in congestion of up to 67% on Lake Shore Boulevard by 2032, particularly during key events. The $2.2 billion redevelopment involves major attractions and enhancements that could add to travel times, leaving locals like Brad Schinkel concerned about the livability in the area. Experts caution that while traffic may rise during events, weekday peak hours may not experience the same surge in congestion.
"When we first started reading about that, it kind of just made us think, 'Do we want to live here anymore?'" said Schinkel, who runs a hot sauce business from his home.
Traffic is projected to rise significantly during special events like the Canadian National Exhibition, with localized congestion forecast to increase by 67 percent.
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