Item - 2026.TE28.51

The Toronto and East York Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (seven speed humps) on Kitchener Avenue, between Gilbert Avenue and Harvie Avenue, generally as shown on  Attachments 2 and 3 to the letter (January 9, 2026) from Councillor Councillor Alejandra Bravo.

2. Rescinded the existing compulsory stop control on Kitchener Avenue at Harlow Avenue.

Residents on Kitchener Avenue have contacted my office to share concerns regarding speeding vehicles travelling through their neighbourhood. Kitchener Avenue sits at the heart of our Caledonia-Fairbank community and often attracts drivers seeking to bypass traffic on busy nearby roads. Kitchener Avenue is also a vital connection for Prospect Cemetery and its numerous visitors. The community has reported serious incidents, including accidents injuring pets, constant speeding, and near misses involving children playing outside. Many fear that without action, a serious accident is likely to occur.

In a survey hand-delivered to homes by my office, residents on Kitchener Avenue voted in strong support for the installation of speed humps as a traffic calming measure. This proposed measure will help reduce speeding, combat cut-through traffic, and improve safety for all residents.