KQQR Construction
This page is dedicated to the Infrastructure Improvements at the Intersection of King Street West, Queen Street West, The Queensway, and Roncesvalles Avenue (KQQR Construction)
Start Date: September 8, 2020
Stage 2: Previous delays, combined with some periods of adverse fall/winter weather, COVID-19 related labour shortages and supply chain issues deferred completion of Stage 2 work (KQQR intersection, The Queensway and King St West) to September 3, 2022.
Stage 3: Work on Stage 3 (the final stage) started on Roncesvalles Ave from the KQQR intersection to Harvard Avenue on September 4, 2022, and will be completed by early February 2023.
Open to cars
Shopping, Antiquing, Dining, Coffee & More!
Queen Street West block from Roncesvalles Ave to Triller Ave is now Open to vehicles and home to 37+ small and intimate businesses that offer a glimpse into what the rest of Parkdale Village has to offer. Explore the many shops Open for Business during the KQQR Construction.
Health
Home Decore
- Altius Architecture
- The Picture Frame Factory
- A Room in Paris
- Era Antiques
- The Fox Team
- Sam the Chandelier Man
- The Rug Club
- World Sew Centre
- Classic Vintage Audio
- J.Dy’s Antiques
Getting Here
We now have vehicle access
Plus sidewalks, bike lanes, transit and parking is still predominantly accessible. Getting here to support the businesses that are still Open for Business is more important then ever for our community. Thank you residents & visitors for your continued support during the KQQR Construction.
The work
Throughout construction the City has worked actively to keep local community members and businesses informed and involved in the project stages. Stay connected via the resources below and remember we are still Open to Business during the KQQR Construction.
Contact Michael Vieira
Metro Hall / Senior Public Consultation Coordinator
Telephone: 416-392-3074
Email: kqqr@toronto.ca
Construction Liaison Committee (CLC)
Throughout construction, the City will be meeting on a regular basis with affected groups adjacent to construction locations. The CLC is an advisory committee and not a formal commenting or decision-making body of the City of Toronto. The purpose of the CLC is to provide community input and advice to City staff regarding construction. The CLC is comprised of the following local interests:
- Business Improvement Area (BIA)
- Resident’s Associations
- Community Organizations
- Neighbouring Properties
- Ward Councillor
- City Staff: Project Manager, Transportation Services and Senior Public Consultation Coordinator
Contact
Michael Vieira
Metro Hall
Senior Public Consultation Coordinator
Telephone: 416-392-3074
Email: kqqr@toronto.ca
The History
The junction of Queen, King and Roncesvalles was once a crucial transportation hub for travellers, the intersections history spans 100+ years of streetcars, railways & beachgoers. Explore the historical sources below & be sure to visit shops still Open fo Business during the KQQR Construction.
Historical links
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