Toronto city council eyes making sections of Church Street pedestrian only

Toronto city council eyes making sections of Church Street pedestrian only

May 21, 2026 2:23 pm EST.

Toronto city council is considering making sections of Church Street pedestrian only for nine weeks during major summer events including Pride and the World Cup.

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