Waterfront Parks and Open Space Master Plan

Town of Whitby
Waterfront Parks and

Open Space Master Plan
Final Report, November 2013
In Association With:
SENES Consultants Ltd. & Ipsos Reid
Table of Contents
Waterfront Master Plan Study Overview i

Introduction 1
Overall Waterfront Vision and Guiding Principles 2
Overall Waterfront Opportunities and Challenges 4
Parks and Open Space Master Plan Approach 7
Phase Two
Waterfront Precincts Concepts 10
Precinct 1: Cranberry and Lynde Marshes 13
Precinct 2: Lynde Shores 25
Precinct 3: Port Whitby Community 32
Precinct 4: Pringle Creek 49
Precinct 5: (Former) Dupont and Gerdau Shoreline 59
Precinct 6: Corbett Creek Marsh 66
Phase Three
Implementation 75
Detailed Order of Magnitude Costing 84
Whitby Waterfront Parks and Open Space Master Plan Project Overview
The Whitby Waterfront Parks and Open Space Master Plan provides a comprehensive strategy over
the next 20 years to enhance the waterfronts unique natural, heritage, cultural, and recreational
features. This Plan has been developed through an in depth analysis of waterfront lands and its
assets, and presents strategic goals and directions to achieve the vision of the waterfront
The study consisted of the following three phases:
1. Phase One Background Review and Data Collection;
2. Phase Two Site Specific Analysis and Draft Precinct Concept Plans; and
3. Phase Three Implementation Considerations and Final Waterfront Parks and Open Space
Master Plan.
Public input has been central in all three project phases to the development of the Waterfront Parks
and Open Space Master Plan. Throughout the process, there have been opportunities for the public
to review work and provide feedback, either by attending a workshop, an open house or by providing
direct feedback via e-mail and mail submissions. Stakeholder feedback opportunities including
workshops and interviews were also conducted throughout the course of the planning and design
process. Feedback received assisted the consultant team in understanding the communitys priorities
in encouraging positive change throughout the waterfront.
Phase One
The purpose of Phase One was to gather and review background information, understand the Town
of Whitbys waterfront parks and open space issues, and develop a vision to guide the creation of a
Corporation of the Town of Whitby
high level, overall waterfront concept.

A comprehensive Town-wide telephone survey was also carried out. The survey contained a series
of targeted questions, designed to gauge the level of interest and support for the Waterfront Parks
and Open Space Master Plan, by the general public, while determining public priorities and preferred
directions. The results of the survey concluded that Whitbys waterfront is of significant importance to
local residents, and that efforts should be made to protect existing natural features while expanding
and broadening waterfront activities. A summary of these findings is provided in the attached
Appendix.
Phase Two
The second phase of the study focussed on further analyzing the issues, opportunities, constraints
and strategic directions in each precinct. This information was used to develop draft Concept Plans
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and recommendations for each precinct, which were refined based on consultation with Town Council,
the Advisory Committee, external stakeholders, and the public. Key elements of each Precinct are as
follows: (For further information and detailed discussions of each precinct, please refer to Section 2).
Precinct 1 Cranberry and Lynde Marshes: The Cranberry and Lynde Marshes Precinct will become
a Region-wide passive destination for wildlife learning and observation owned and managed by the
Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA), while ensuring continued conservation of
the Cranberry and Lynde Creek Marsh Provincially Significant Wetlands and adjacent habitats. The
concept design for the precinct includes an improved Waterfront Trail, improved boardwalks, nature
interpretation stations, bird watching platforms for nesting and migrating birds, recommended viewing
and picnic locations, and a new pedestrian/bicycle trail connection to the north end of the Lynde Shores
Conservation Area. Key redevelopment opportunities in Precinct 1 include improvements to both the
Halls Road South Waterfront Trail and Victoria Street West.
Precinct 2 Lynde Shores: The Lynde Shores Precinct will promote the recent and developing
neighbourhoods, industrial and commercial uses and the Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health
Sciences as a mixed-use waterfront neighbourhood. The concept design recommends improved
pedestrian and cyclist connections to the Waterfront Trail, Eggert Parkette and Portage Park and other
open spaces. Themed nature viewing areas will highlight the flora and fauna (plant-life and animals) of the
Lynde Creek Marsh and Lake Ontario. The master plan currently underway for Ontario Shores envisages
a connected, community-oriented institution that integrates with its unique lakefront setting and the
surrounding neighbourhood.
Precinct 3 Port Whitby Community: The Port Whitby Community Precinct will build on its significant role
as the heart of the waterfront with over 50 hectares of parks and community facilities, the Port Whitby
Marina and Whitby Yacht Club, Station Gallery, the Abilities Centre, Iroquois Park Sports Centre and the
Whitby GO Station.
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The Port Whitby Community Precinct will become a vibrant and animated waterfront centre, with an
existing transit node (GO Station). The area has the potential to expand into a fully accessible tourism
node for both the Town and the Region. The precinct is proposed to provide commercial, cultural, and
recreational amenities and improved access to Victoria Fields, open spaces, Iroquois Beach, and other
areas of the waterfront. The concept design for the precinct includes a new park design for Victoria
Fields, improvements to Iroquois Beach, an improved Waterfront Trail, secondary trails, improved street
and pedestrian connections to parks and open spaces and connections across the GO / Highway 401
corridor.
A view of the existing dock within the Lynde A view of Iroquois Beach, looking west toward
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Shores Conservation Area. the Lynde Shores Conservation Area.

V Corporation of the Town of Whitby
Precinct 4 Pringle Creek: The Pringle Creek Precinct will become a local and regional destination among
its surrounding neighbourhoods, large industrial sites and Provincially Significant Wetlands located at
the mouth of Pringle Creek.
The Pringle Creek design focuses largely on providing greater access to Rotary Sunrise Lake Park
through improvements to the Waterfront Trail, the creation of a secondary trail between Victoria and
Water Streets, and improvement of the Heydenshore Pavilion for special events. The concept design
proposes preserving and enhancing the old Pumphouse as an open air pavilion and cultural feature for
childrens and other special activities. In addition to improved access to Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park
and the waterfront, the concept includes secondary multi-use trails, improved connections to parks and
open spaces, recommended viewing locations, streetscape improvements, improved parking areas,
park improvements and expansions, and enhancements to the composition of the shoreline at Kiwanis-
Heydenshore Park.
Precinct 5 (Former) Dupont and Gerdau Shoreline: The (Former) Dupont and Gerdau Shoreline
Precinct will focus its role away from the surrounding industrial lands and extend the beauty of its
remote, natural and peaceful shoreline. The lake front lands are a local and largely naturalized
destination offering improved access to local parks and will provide additional open spaces through the
eastward expansion of Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park, as well as improved access to the waterfront. The
concept for the precinct includes an improved Waterfront Trail, secondary multi-use trails, recommended
viewing locations, improved parking areas, education opportunities, and park improvements and
expansions.
Precinct 6 Corbett Creek Marsh: The Corbett Creek Marsh Precinct is the second largest
environmentally sensitive area on the waterfront and includes Intrepid Park and approximately 40
hectares of open space. The concept plan builds on the importance of the parkland as a defining entry
point to the Town and to Whitbys waterfront. Nature viewing to Corbett Creek Marsh and the potential
introduction of Memorial gardens dedicated to the historic significance of Camp X offers improved

access to Intrepid Park as well as the waterfront. The concept for the precinct includes an improved
Waterfront Trail, secondary multi-use trails, pedestrian and cyclist gateway markers at key locations,
bridge improvements, education opportunities, park improvements, recommended viewing locations,
and a new parking area.
View of the Lake Ontario waterfront from Kiwanis Camp X memorial within Corbett Creek Marsh
Heydenshore Park. Precinct.
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Phase Three
Preliminary capital costs estimates for each redevelopment site, as well as preliminary maintenance
cost estimates, were developed in Phase Three of the study. The total cost of the project is estimated
to be $28,920,500, which will be executed in three phases. Redevelopment and site enhancement
priorities for each phase are as follows: (For more information on overall project implementation and
costing please refer to section 4.0.)
Phase One Implementation
The expansion of Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park, located in Precinct 4 and Precinct 5, is one of the Towns
first redevelopment priorities. The park is currently one of Whitbys prime waterfront destinations, is
heavily used, and is at capacity during summer months. The expansion of the park and the addition
of new facilities within Heydenshore Park will address the growing demand and will provide increased
opportunities for use.
The project is estimated to cost approximately $4,035,000. This figure includes the potential relocation
of sports fields from Victoria Fields to Heydenshore Park, the addition to or potential retrofit of the
playground, if required, and the addition of new trees and benches. However, it should be noted there
will be further review regarding the relocation of sports fields into Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park as there
may be more suitable locations which will require further exploration. Additional facilities such as the
special events centre, the off leash dog park, and volleyball courts proposed within the plan may be
implemented in later phases at an additional cost. These additional enhancements will require a Parks
Master Plan and detailed design drawings to further outline the level of phasing and development of the
park.
Phase Two Implementation
Phase Two priorities include the redevelopment of Victoria Fields and additional improvements to the
Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park and Iroquois Beach, all of which will be required to accommodate increased
demand for public waterfront access. The redevelopment of Victoria Fields into a destination park, at an
estimated cost of $7,761,000, will include enhancements to the park to create a multitude of activities
and uses. Additional improvements to Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park may also be implemented, and
will include the potential development of the Heydenshore Pavilion and enhancement to the adjacent
parking area. Iroquois Beach will also be redeveloped at an estimated cost of $2,012,000, which will be
focussed on increasing visibility, accessibility and usage of this area.
Gateway and wayfinding markers will also be implemented throughout the entire waterfront to facilitate
improved access and visibility, at an estimated cost of $249,000.
Phase Three Implementation
Improvements to Intrepid Park are priorities in Phase Three. Potential improvements may include a
new memorial garden, planting areas and educational and bird watching opportunities, at an estimated
cost of $2,049,000. Potential redevelopment of the Marina area may also occur in Phase Three.
Improvements to enhance pedestrian accessibility, visual appeal, and connectivity include increasing
the width of the waterfront trail, buffer plantings, bike racks, improve existing parking, enhance node
main street entry, public art, and incorporate signage is estimated to be $271,000. New commercial
uses related to the marina and the marina services building would be at an additional cost and are
subject to a Business Plan.
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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Study Area

The Whitby Waterfront is situated at the From birding, boating, cycling, and walking to
southern terminus of downtown Whitby and is sightseeing, the waterfront offers recreational
roughly bounded by Lake Ontario to the south, opportunities for a variety of users. In
Highway 401 to the north, the Town of Ajax to the future, through further development,
the west, and the City of Oshawa to the east. recreational opportunities will be expanded and
The waterfront covers an area of approximately provided to people of all ages, interests, and
16.6 square kilometers and contains over abilities. Major community facilities located at
370 hectares of conservation lands, over 100 the waterfront include: Port Whitby Marina with
hectares of passive open space, and over 60 420 boat slips; Iroquois Park Sports Centre,
hectares of parkland and community facilities. which is Canadas largest municipal indoor
The waterfront shoreline is 11 kilometers in arena complex and receives approximately 2.0
length, the majority of which is under public million annual visits; the Station Gallery, which
ownership or lease. Several of Whitbys is run by a not for profit arts organization and
premier destination parks and open spaces receives over 20,000 annual visits; and the
are located here and serve local residents and 10,513 square metre Abilities Centre, which
tourists originating from the Greater Toronto will be a fully accessible recreation and athletic
Area. facility.
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Aerial image highlighting the boundaries of the study area.

1.2 Overall Waterfront Vision and Guiding Principles
Vision Statement
Bringing People to the Waterfront - As Engaging the Community - Maintaining an
a unique coastal land form, the Whitby open, consultative process during the study
Waterfront is among the Towns most valuable is essential to capture the different visions for
resources for residents of Whitby, the Region the waterfront. Whitbys Community Strategic
of Durham and the surrounding Greater Golden Plan (2002) provides direction to create a
Horseshoe. Therefore, the Whitby Waterfront community-based plan on how the waterfront
shall be a vital destination which balances and should be used and developed.
protects its significant natural, cultural and built Fostering Partnerships - There are many
features, while providing a variety of attractions businesses, non-profit groups, sport and
for persons of all ages and abilities. recreation groups, and government agencies
with interests on the waterfront. The study
Guiding Principles shall explore opportunities for the Town to
Balance - Achieving a balance of active park strengthen partnerships with these groups to
uses, passive open space uses, and natural improve capital investment and programming
area preservation is a top priority. This will at the waterfront.
result in a diverse range of opportunities and
Financially Feasible - The Towns waterfront
programs for residents, workers, students,
strategy must be financially feasible. All
visitors and the community at large while
development concepts and recommendations
determining what is appropriate for the natural
made shall consider the capital and operating
environment.
costs to the Town. The study shall also make
Environmentally Responsible - The recommendations for the Town to generate
environment shall be a top consideration while revenues, where possible.
planning for a renewed waterfront. Several
Accessible - Eliminating barriers is an important
opportunities for environmental stewardship
responsibility of the Town of Whitby. Waterfront

exist along the waterfront including preserving
parks and open spaces should be accessible
wildlife habitat, protecting and enhancing the
to people of all ages and abilities, including
shoreline and waterways where possible, and
children, seniors, and persons with disabilities. All
incorporating green building principles and
development along the Whitby Waterfront shall
management practices. Such opportunities
conform to the policies outlined in the Section
shall be addressed through recommendations
5.3.4 of the Official Plan, which encourages
that are supportive of CLOCAs management
accessibility and connectivity of the waterfront.
plan, and will conform to Section 5.2 of
the Official Plan, which outlines objectives Connected - The waterfront is a focal point
regarding environmental management. in the Town and access to the area should
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A view of Cranberry Marsh. View of boats entering the Port Whitby Marina.
be maximized through a variety of means, recreation destination and contains a beautiful
including roads, public transit, water, and system of parks, open spaces, and waterfront
trails. East-west corridors should be improved facilities. The study shall develop strategies to
to link parks and open space systems draw more residents, tourists, and businesses
with a trail network. Design, signage and to the waterfront. This will be addressed by
maintenance standards should be used to providing users with a comfortable experience
provide a sense of cohesiveness across the and opportunities to make formal and informal
waterfront precincts. North-south corridors social connections. Direction shall be provided
should be improved to create better physical to create destinations and places of distinct
and perceived connections to residents living character along the waterfront. These places
north of Highway 401. Wildlife corridors should should offer a range of waterfront experiences,
also be used to enhance existing connections including active recreation, social interaction,
and to provide new linkages between adjacent entertainment, quiet contemplation, and
natural areas. The study shall provide enjoyment of natural areas. The study will be
recommendations on how these connections mindful of the waterfront views many public
can be improved in terms of perception and facilities, parks, and open spaces have and shall
physical design. recommend uses and amenities that emphasize
Educational Experiences - The waterfront this asset, such as lookouts and picnic areas.
offers a wealth of natural, cultural and heritage Interface - Lands within the Whitby waterfront
experiences which provide both educational parks and open space system will promote,
and tourism value. The study shall make and establish an appropriate interface with
recommendations to incorporate educational adjacent land uses. Such interfaces will include
experiences that will enhance the park system recreational uses and commercial services for
and encourage residents and visitors to explore those people living, working, and visiting the
different areas of the waterfront. waterfront. Establishing such an interface will
Active Living - The waterfront should provide strengthen the relationship between the Town
a variety of opportunities for people of all ages, and the waterfront, while broadening the range
abilities and fitness levels to engage in Active of waterfront attractions and enhancing its
Living. The study shall make recommendations vitality.
to engage more residents to participate in Economic Development - Through the
activities on the waterfront, including those that continued development of the waterfronts
encourage more physical activity. parks and open spaces, the Town of Whitbys
Attractiveness - The waterfront is a unique recreation tourism potential will be enhanced.
Wayfinding signage within the Lynde Shores

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Kiwanis Heydenshore Park within the Pringle

Precinct. Creek Precinct.
1.3 Overall Waterfront Opportunities and Challenges
Outlined in the following section are the key because of the length of the Towns waterfront.
overall waterfront opportunities and challenges. As the Towns population grows and the
These opportunities and challenges provide waterfront attracts more people and activities,
overall waterfront strategies that are increased parking capacity will be required. In
coordinated and connected across the study order to accommodate this increasing demand,
area. strategic parking lots should be considered
Multi-Modal Connections - Due to existing at the southern terminus of significant north/
physical features, the Whitby Waterfront south connections, to improve accessibility to
contains a partially fragmented network important waterfront features.
of streets. This pattern limits connectivity, Environment - The number of significant
accessibility and hinders active transportation. natural features which exist along the Whitby
Opportunities should be explored to increase waterfront are an asset to the Town and the
links between the waterfront and adjoining Region of Durham. Efforts should be made
lands and uses. Where possible, new to promote environmental stewardship by
connections should be encouraged over managing invasive species and human-wildlife
Highway 401 as well as improvements to the conflicts with geese and coyote populations,
waters edge should be improved for cyclists and naturalizing the shoreline and waterways
and pedestrians in locations that are suitable. where possible at these significant features.
Waterfront Trail Connections - The Efforts should also be made to improve water
Waterfront Trail extends across the study area quality along the Lake Ontario shoreline as well
and is a key asset to the development of a as feeder sources such as streams.
continuous and publicly accessible waterfront. The development of the waterfront should also
Improvements should be made to enhance ensure the viability of Provincially Significant
access, navigation, and opportunities for Wetlands and other natural features, including

recreation and social interaction. A particular Cranberry and Lynde Marsh as well as
focus should be given to an improvement Thickson Woods.
of the Waterfront Trail connection to Ajax Importance should be placed on enabling the
and the creation of east-west and north- on-going management of significant natural
south connections to the Waterfront Trail and areas by working with CLOCA and land
adjacent viewing areas. owners to manage the balance between public
Parking - Parking is currently provided in small enjoyment and protection and facilitating the
pockets along the Whitby waterfront. This model interface between protected areas and public
of parking provision is well suited for the area spaces. The development of the waterfront
Camp X memorial within Corbett Creek Marsh

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View of Lynde Creek Marsh from viewing

Precinct. platform.
should, where possible, identify opportunities therapeutic value or access to the residents of
for the restoration of natural areas and Ontario Shores.
partnerships with landowners to create Use Impact - The waterfront consists of
stewardship for natural features on or adjacent a range of land uses from residential to
to private land. institutional and industrial. The affect of these
Recreation Uses - A passive and/or more uses on public access and the use of parks
urban style park should be considered and open space is significant. There is a need
especially at the Heart of the Waterfront to balance with employment while exploring
to provide valuable amenity space to opportunities to mitigate these challenges,
residents and tourists visiting the waterfront. which include significant truck traffic, in order
Redevelopment to provide increased visitor to improve the experience on the Whitby
amenities may result in the relocation of active waterfront.
recreation facilities such as soccer pitches to Management - Opportunities must be explored
other areas. to ensure the long-term management of
A range of uses could be considered to waterfront assets that are intended for public
attract additional Waterfront visitors. This use, with the primary objective of maintaining
could include an off-leash park, skating rink, public access to the waterfront, and
additional splash pads and playgrounds, ensuring environmental, social and financial
picnic areas, display gardens, a winter garden, sustainability. Furthermore, recommendations
arboretum, amphitheatre or event area, of this study will be supportive of CLOCAs
performing arts centre, etc. management plan. Migratory bird patterns
Land Ownership - Land ownership along the should be identified, monitored and protected.
waterfront is fragmented. Potential strategic Approaches to minimizing negative impacts
lands that the Town should acquire for park or of development on such species should be
open space purposes should be explored. ensured.
Whitbys Official Plan encourages a publicly Commercial Support - Opportunities to
accessible waterfront. In keeping with this support a mix of seasonal and permanent
recommendation, the Town is encouraged to commercial retail establishments should
secure security rights over the designated and be explored through future residential
zoned waterfront open space lands now within intensification as well as opportunities for
the ORCs jurisdiction. This would assure enhancements along Brock Street, on Town-
public access and ownership to residents and owned land, and within Town facilities. This
visitors to the Town and would not diminish the would provide visitors with a greater variety of
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Kiwanis Heydenshore Park contains a cobble View of the Lake Ontario waterfront from Kiwanis
stone beach. Heydenshore Park.
activities, therefore enhancing the viability of
the waterfront.
A view of existing residential development A view of the existing dock within the Lynde
within the Lynde Shores Precinct. Shores Conservation Area.

A view of Iroquois Beach, looking west toward A view of the existing Waterfront Trail, lining the
the Lynde Shores Conservation Area. east side of Gordon Street.
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View of newly installed seating area at Windsor The Whitby waterfront is home to a variety of
Bay Park. flora.
1.4 Parks and Open Space Master Plan Approach
A parks and open space master plan approach was developed based on the vision and guiding
principles, and opportunities and challenges of the waterfront. This approach established the framework
for the detailed precinct concept plans, which are discussed in the following section.
Legend
Important
Road Connector
- Primary
Roads
Road - Secondary
Planned Vehicle
Road - Tertiary
Connection
Potential New Connection
Potential Vehicle or
Pedestrian
Potential Connection
Crossing
Road - Primary
Planned Crossing
Road - Primary
Potential Waterfront
Secondary
Road - Primary
P Parking
Trail-Enhancement
Road Secondary /
Road - Secondary
Tertiary
Expansion
Road - Tertiary
Commercial
Road
Road--Tertiary
Potential New Services
PrimaryConnection
Potential
Potential
Potential
New Vehicle
Crossing
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NewArea
or
Connection
Connection
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Pedestrian
Potential CrossingCrossing
Potential
Planned
New
RoadActiveCrossing
Crossing
Uses
- Tertiary
Planned
Planned Vehicular
Crossing
P Waterfront
Parking
Planned
Crossing Heart
Crossing
Potential New Connection
P Parking
P Existing
New Passive
Parking
Potential Parking
Waterfront Park
Crossing
Facility Services
Commercial
Planned Crossing
Commercial Services
P PotentialArea
Interpretive
Commercial Parking
Services
P Parking
Facility Area
Interpretive
Interpretive Area
New Active Uses
New Active Uses
Waterfront
New ActiveHeart
Uses
Commercial Services
Waterfront Heart
Lake Ontario
Commercial
New Passive
Waterfront
InterpretiveHeart
Area
Service
Waterfront Park
New Passive Waterfront Park

Potential
New PassiveInterpretive
New Active Uses
Waterfront Park
Use
Waterfront Heart
Potential Active North 0 00 400 600 m
Use
New Passive Waterfront Park Plan illustrating the Preliminary Waterfront Approach.
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Legend
Waterfront Heart
Existing Natural Area

Existing Designated
Open Space
Heart of the
Waterfront
Potential Mixed-Use
Main Street
Park Expansion

Potential Prestige
Employment Cluster
Potential Crossing
P
Enhancement
Viewing Area
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Aerial view of the Whitby waterfront.

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Phase Two
Whitby Waterfront Precinct Concept Plans
The following section outlines a series of concept plan options, which demonstrate recommendations
for each of Whitbys six waterfront precincts. The concept plans were developed in order address the
various issues, opportunities and constraints that are evident in each precinct. The strategies outlined
for each concept plan are consistent with the holistic and precinct-based visions which were developed
in Phase One of this study. The concept plans have been developed based on an understanding of
shoreline protection and enhancement.
Each section begins with a map of the precinct, outlining major landmarks, streets, existing uses, and
general recommendations. These recommendations pertain to the following categories:
The general layout of facilities and/or conceptual design components;

Opportunities for interpretive feature areas;
Planting areas (existing and proposed);
Public facilities; and
Pedestrian and vehicular circulation including parks and access, and connections (water and land).
Following this is a brief written overview of the general recommendations, and a series of precedent
images. This is followed by detailed descriptions of each individual design recommendation. These
design recommendations include additional plans, cross sections, elevations, photographs, and material
pallets which, combined with the above mentioned precedent images, indicate the design intent for the
Whitby Waterfront.
This section also contains detailed design concepts for five key parks and open space areas within the
Whitby Waterfront. These include the following:
Victoria Fields;
Iroquois Beach;
Port Whitby Marina;
Kiwanis Heydenshore Park; and
Intrepid Park.
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Waterfront Precincts
The Whitby Waterfront is comprised of 6 unique precincts, which span its 11
kilometre length. The following section contains detailed concepts and design
recommendations for each precinct.
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Legend
Existing Natural Areas Provincially Water Precinct

and Existing Designated Significant Wetlands Boundary
Open Space

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Precinct 1: Cranberry and Lynde Marshes
Lynde Shores
Feasibility and Conservation
Alignment of Secondary Area
Trail subject to CLOCA
Master Plan
1 3 4
2
2
Lynde Creek
Marsh
Cranberry
2 Marsh
Lynde Shores Conservation Area Waterfront Trail (Improved)

Educational Opportunities Secondary Trail
New Bird Watching Platform Improved Boardwalk
Pedestrian & Cyclist Gateway Recommended Viewing Location
P Existing Parking Victoria Street
P Proposed / Improve Parking Future Connection to North
Lookout point Conservation Area Entrance
Cross-section Proposed Boulevard Multi-use Path
Detailed Design Area (Cycling and Leisure Master Plan)
Proposed On-Road Bikeway
North (Cycling and Leisure Master Plan)
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* Please note that the concept plans are intended to provide guidance for the detailed design phase.
Information appearing on the concept plans may be subject to change or further refinement based on future
studies.
Precinct Vision: Significant Natural Area and Passive Recreational Destination, managed by CLOCA.
The Cranberry and Lynde Marshes Precinct will become a Region-wide passive destination for wildlife
learning and observation owned and managed by CLOCA, while ensuring continued conservation of
the Cranberry and Lynde Creek Marsh Provincially Significant Wetlands and adjacent habitats. The
concept design for the precinct includes an improved Waterfront Trail, improved boardwalks, nature
interpretation stations, bird watching platforms for nesting and migrating birds, recommended viewing
and picnic locations, and a new pedestrian/bicycle trail connection to the north end of the Lynde Shores
Conservation Area. Development within this precinct will be consistent with CLOCAs Lynde Shores
Conservation Area Management Plan. It is recommended that a new and comprehensive 20 year
master plan be developed for the Lynde Shores Conservation Area.
1 2
The Region of Durham should be encouraged to Parking areas could include landscaping
provide extensive tree planting within the Victoria treatments.
Street corridor.

3 4
Docks and lookout areas could be enhanced to Additional bird watching platforms could be
promote views to natural features. established to promote education and passive
recreation.
Waterfront Trail Improvements - In this area, enhance views to wildlife features.
improvements could occur along the length of Education Opportunities - A wildlife learning
the existing Waterfront Trail, focusing on trail area could be established along the portion
widening, improved surface from Halls Road of the waterfront trail which runs along Halls
to Ajax, separating the trail from Halls Road, Road South, with improvements to existing
and providing an alternate route through Lynde educational features.
Shores.
Wildlife Corridors - All future area
Parking Lots / Connection - could occur along
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improvements should ensure the preservation

the length of existing docks and lookout areas to
and conservation of existing wildlife corridors.
Bird Watching Platform - A bird watching
platform could be provided along the portion
of Victoria Street, between Eastbourne Beach
Road and Whitby Shores Greenway, providing
improved visual access to local wildlife.
Gateway Improvements - Pedestrian and
cyclist gateway markers could be located along
the Waterfront Trail, adjacent to Lake Ridge
Road South and Eastbourne Beach Road.
Recommended Views - The existing viewing
area , at the terminus of Halls Road, could
be enhanced to provide seating and other
amenities, as this location provides significant
views of Lake Ontario to the south.
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1.1 Lynde Shores Conservation Area Gateway and
Wayfinding Marker
Gateway markers, signifying the entrance to the Whitby
Waterfront and the Lynde Shores Conservation Area from
the Town of Ajax to the west, could be placed at the southern
terminus of Lake Ridge Road South, and at the eastern edge
of the Lynde Shores Conservation Area at Victoria Street,
along the Waterfront Trail. These locations are highly visible
to pedestrian traffic. The marker could be three sided, and
comprised of either steel or wood panels. The panels would
include locationary signage as well as a map indicating
the location of trail users relevant to the remainder of the
Whitby Waterfront. The foundation of the markers would
be comprised of concrete to ensure longevity and ease
of maintenance. The markers could also highlight that the
Lynde Shores Conservation Area provides access to two
provincially significant marshes including Cranberry Marsh
and Lynde Creek Marsh. Markers could incorporate both 0 600 m North
Town of Whitby and CLOCA logos.

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1.2 Lake Ridge Road - Halls Road South Waterfront Trail
Improvements
The portion of the Waterfront Trail, which runs between Lake
Ridge and Halls Roads along the Lake Ontario shoreline,
could be widened to 4.0 metres. This would allow for a
greater volume of users, including pedestrians and cyclists.
The trail would be comprised of a hardscaped surface to
support a variety of activities , and should be framed by
natural vegetation.
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1.3 Halls Road South Waterfront Trail Improvements
The portion of the Waterfront Trail, which runs along Halls
Road South between the Lake Ontario shoreline and Victoria
Street, could be set back along the west side of Halls Road to
allow for separation from vehicular traffic. The 4.0 metre wide
trail would be comprised of a hardscaped surface to support
a variety of activities. The trail has the potential to be lined
with educational nodes, which would inform site visitors of the
ecological significance of Cranberry Marsh, and the wildlife
which inhabit it. Informative signage could also be placed along
entrances to Cranberry Marsh. The long-term strategy for Halls
Road could be to close to vehicular traffic. This would allow for
the reconfiguration of the existing right-of-way into a segment of
the Waterfront Trail, while allowing space for maintenance and
emergency vehicle access.
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1.4 Halls Road South - Victoria Street
Waterfront Trail Realignment
A secondary trail connection through
the CLOCA lands could complement the
Waterfront Trail by providing for a more
scenic experience to trail users. The trail
is recommended to contain a 2.5 metre
wide trail to allow for a greater volume
of users, including pedestrians and
cyclists. The trail would be comprised
of a permeable surface to support the
areas natural character, and could
include multiple nodes designated for
educational opportunities. Educational
features are recommended to have a
nature-based focus, and educational
nodes would inform site visitors of the
ecological significant of Lynde Creek
Marsh, and the wildlife which inhabit
it. Such nodes could be framed by a
double row of plantings to create a
sense of enclosure. The feasibility and
alignment of the secondary trail is subject
to CLOCAs master plan for these lands.
The alignment of the secondary trail
would follow the edges of disturbed
areas, including adjacent farm lands,
where special events are currently held.
The enhancement is recommended order
to improve the pedestrian experience of
the Whitby waterfront.
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1.5 Lynde Shores Conservation Area Gateway Marker
A gateway marker, signifying the entrance to the Lynde
Shores Conservation Area, could be placed along a
proposed realignment of the Waterfront Trail near the
intersection of Halls Road South and Victoria Street
(discussed in greater detail in section 1.5), a location which is
highly visible to motorized traffic. The marker is proposed to
be comprised of a steel or wood panel, including locationary
signage. The foundation of the marker would be comprised of
a combination of concrete and stone to ensure longevity and
ease of maintenance.
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STEEL OR WOOD PANEL
Lynde Shores Conservation Area

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1.6 Lynde Creek Marsh Dock
Improvements
The existing wooden boardwalk,
which overlooks Lynde Creek
Marsh, could be widened to
2.5 metres. The boardwalk is
recommended to be considered
for widening with new interpretive
panels, to inform site visitors of the
ecological significance of Lynde
Creek Marsh, and the wildlife
which inhabit it. The enhancement
is recommended to include new
1.2 metre high railings on either
side of the dock to assist in the
accommodation of additional
pedestrian volumes.
Changes to the current boardwalk
may include the decommissioning,
and the development of a new
boardwalk section in a new
location. This project would be
completed in accordance with the
Lynde Shores Conservation Area
plan. Improvements are subject
to appropriate species at risk
permitting.
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1.7 Victoria Street West Improvements
An Environmental Assessment has being undertaken by the
Region of Durham, and all proposed changes to the Victoria
Street right-of-way conform. The portion of the Waterfront Trail,
which runs along Victoria Street between Eastbourne Beach
Road and Havenwood Place, could be set back 2.5 metres
along the south side of Victoria Street to create a landscaped
boulevard and to allow for street furnishings including pedestrian
scaled lighting. The trail is recommended to be widened to
3.0 metres to allow for a greater volume of users, including
pedestrians and cyclists. The trail would be comprised of a
hardscaped surface to support the urban character of Victoria
Street, and would include multiple nodes designated for
bird watching and observation, characterized through 2.5
metre wide wooden trail bumpouts overlooking Lynde Creek
Marsh. The nodes are recommended to include educational
signage pertaining to the many bird species which inhabit
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active transportation. Bird counts could also be provided,
either physically or digitally, and could be maintained by either
community groups or local corporate partners. The Region of
Durham is encouraged to incorporate these enhancements in
order to improve the capacity and quality of the Waterfront Trail
as is traverses along Victoria Street. The opportunity to green
the fifth lane area of Victoria Street should be explored wherever
possible and implemented.

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1.8 Future Connection to North Conservation Area
Entrance
A Secondary Trail could establish an improved connection
between Victoria Street to the south, and the conservation
lands to the north and west. The trail is recommended to
be set back 2 metres from the east side of Jeffery Street to
create a landscaped buffer and would be 3.0 metres wide
to accommodate a significant volume of users, including
pedestrians and cyclists. The trail could be comprised of a low
impact permeable surface to support the natural character of
the conservation lands. The reconfigured Jeffery Street corridor
should be framed by street trees to create a sense of enclosure
and to visually link the conservation lands to Victoria Street.
The lands west of Jeffery Street, above the small tributary,
could be considered for a compatible use such as an executive
golf course, as these lands are privately owned and cannot
accommodate buildings due to flood plain conditions.
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Precinct 2: Lynde Shores
Potential Northern Gateway to

Conservation Area subject to
CLOCA Master Plan
Possible Future
Connection as
Identified in the
Transportation
Master Plan
Connection
Improvements
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Portage
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Park
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Improved
Improved Signage 8
Signage
1 3
2 Planned New
Community Under
Construction
Feasibility and
alignment Subject to 4
5
CLOCA Master Plan
7 Active Recreation
Native Wild Grasses and Shrubs to 6 Uses to be determined
Provide a Natural Buffer and Habitat for Through Hosiptal
Small Insect Eating Birds and Butterflies Master Plan

Waterfront Trail (Improved)
Secondary Trail Lynde Shores Conservation Area
Improved Connection Educational Opportunities
Recommended Viewing Location New Bird Watching Platform
Victoria Street Pedestrian & Cyclist Gateway
Future Connection to North Conservation Area P Existing Parking
Entrance P Proposed / Improve Parking
Proposed Boulevard Multi-use Path (Cycling Lookout point
and Leisure Master Plan) Cross-section
North
Proposed On-Road Bikeway Detailed Design Area
(Cycling and Leisure Master Plan) Future Connection / Alignment
Connection Improvements Streetscape Improvements
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studies.
Precinct Vision: A Mixed-Use Waterfront Neighbourhood.
The Lynde Shores Precinct will promote the recent and developing neighbourhoods, industrial and
commercial uses and the Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences as a mixed-use waterfront
neighbourhood. The concept design recommends improved pedestrian and cyclist connections to the
Waterfront Trail, the Eggert Parkette and Portage Park and other open spaces. Themed nature viewing
areas will highlight the flora and fauna (plant-life and animals) of the Lynde Creek Marsh and Lake Ontario.
The master plan currently underway for Ontario Shores envisages a connected, community-oriented
institution that integrates with its unique lakefront setting and the surrounding neighbourhood.
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Views to Lynde Marsh could be maintained and Connections to Portage Park and other open
enhanced through the provision of improved spaces could be enhanced with wider sidewalks
lookout points / pavilions. and better wayfinding signage.

Education opportunities could focus on nature learning, and could be oriented toward Lynde Creek
Marsh.
Waterfront Trail Improvements - Improvements either side of Victoria Street, could be enhanced
could occur along the length of the existing with signage, boulevard plantings, etc.
Waterfront Trail, including trail widening to 4 Improvements could occur along Portage
metres and new seating and viewing areas, and Trail, and the Whitby Shores Greenway
an improved connection at Victoria Street, with a enhancing connections to Portage Park from
secondary trail emerging along the edge of Lake the surrounding neighbourhood. A discussion
Ontario and Lynde Creek Marsh. of potential improvements along Gordon Street
Streetscape / Connection Improvements - is provided in the discussion of Precinct 3: Port
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Portions of Seaboard Gate and Jeffery Street, on Whitby Community.

Education Opportunities - An enhanced nature
learning area could be established along the
portion of the waterfront trail which runs along the
Whitby Shores Greenway, with improvements to
existing educational features.
Recommended Views - Improved viewing
areas / platforms could be located along the 5
portion of the Waterfront Trail that runs along
Whitby Shores Greenway. These features would
maintain their current locations with significant
vantage points of Lynde Creek Marsh to the west
and Lake Ontario to the south, while providing
seating and other amenities.
Surface materials could be enhanced to

accentuate the prominence of the Waterfront
Trail.
The Waterfront Trail could be enhanced, and

additional connections could be provided to the Measures could be taken to protect the Lake
adjacent Lynde Shores community. Ontario shoreline.
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Lookout points / pavilions could be provided to Gordon Street could be enhanced to improve
promote and enhance views of Lake Ontario and connections between Iroquois Beach and the
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Lynde Marsh. Port Whitby Marina.

2.1 Wayfinding Markers
Wayfinding markers, signifying the relevant location to
nearby trails, landmarks, or other amenities, could be placed
at key locations along the length of the Waterfront Trail.
The markers are recommended to be three pronged, and
would be comprised of cast steel poles with steel or wood
panels. Wayfinding information would be depicted on each
panel. The markers are recommended to be mounted on
top of a concrete foundation to ensure longevity and ease of
maintenance. Markers could incorporate both Town of Whitby
and CLOCA logos.
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2.2 Greenway Nature Learning Area Improvements
The portion of the Waterfront Trail along the Whitby Shores
Greenway, located between Havenwood Place and Lighthouse
Street, could be widened to 4.0 to 6.0 metres or alternative
solutions, such as providing an on-road bike lane can also
be accomodated to allow for a greater volume of pedestrian
and cyclists. The trail is recommended to be comprised of
hardscaped surfaces to support the urban character of the area.
The trails existing nature learning areas could be improved
and additional areas provided. Such learning areas would
be characterized by 3.0 metre wide wooden trail bumpouts
overlooking Lynde Creek Marsh. These nodes are recommended
to incorporate interpretive artwork / sidewalk inlays depicting
the species which are native to the area. The nodes are also
recommended to incorporate signage to inform site visitors of the
ecological significance of Lynde Creek Marsh, and the wildlife
which inhabit it. The nodes would include seating and viewing
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digitally, and could be maintained by either community groups or
local corporate partners.
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2.3 Lake Ontario Shoreline Trail Extension and
Improvements
The length of the Lake Ontario shoreline, between the existing
Waterfront Trail and Lynde Creek Marsh, could be reconfigured
to accommodate an extension of the Waterfront Trail. This would
create a secondary trail, bringing site visitors closer to the waters
edge. The trail is recommended to protect for a 6.0 metre width
to allow for a significant volume of users, including pedestrians
and cyclists. An interim 4.0 metre width can be utilized if the
ultimate 6.0 metre width is determined to not be required for
the life of the trail construction. The trail would be comprised of
hardscaped surfaces, to support the urban character of the area.
In addition, this extension area as well as the existing trail could be
configured to accommodate a 3.0 metre wide resting area, located
between the trail and the waters edge. The resting area would
provide significant views of Lake Ontario, with adequate seating,
pedestrian-scaled lighting, accessible areas for persons with
disabilities, bicycle locks to encourage active transportation, and 0 600 m North
links back to the main trail could be provided. Bird counts could
also be provided, either physically or digitally, and could be maintained by either community groups or
local corporate partners. Access should be restricted to the barrier beach between Lynde Creek Marsh
and Lake Ontario in an effort to reduce disturbances of sensitive breeding bird habitats within the marsh,
and to protect sensitive beach dynamics.
The waterfront lands within this area, that are designated and zoned for open space purposes,
currently owned by the Province should remain in public ownership for use as passive open space in a
manner that enables full public access to the waterfront and are compatible with the adjacent hospitals

residential environment.
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2.4 Gordon Street Improvements
The length of Gordon Street, running between the Ontario
Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences and Victoria Street,
could be enhanced to accommodate a row of street trees
between the existing 1.5 metre sidewalk on the west side of
Gordon Street, and the road. The Waterfront Trail, on the east
side of Gordon Street, is proposed to be widened to 6.0 metres
to accommodate greater user volumes. It is recommended
that the roadway be re-configured to accommodate on-street
parallel parking on the east side of Gordon Street. This would
reduce reliance on surface parking lots. Nesting boxes are
recommended east of Gordon Street and south of Victoria
Fields in order to support wildlife. These could be provided
and maintained by either community groups or local corporate
partnerships.
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Precinct 3: Port Whitby Community
Future Connection
as Identified in
the Transportation
Master Plan
Iroquois Park Improved

Sports Centre, Connection
Abilities Centre
and Station Arts Improved
Gallary Connction
Relocating
and
reconfiguring
and fields
1 3 5
2
6 Front Street
Native Trail 7 Enhanced

Shrubs and Overflow Crossing
Nesting Space
Boxes

Parking Lot
Expansion
4 PSW Protection
Area with board
walk Trail
Park
Expansion
Waterfront Trail (Improved) Improved Connection

Secondary Trail Existing Natural Drainage Channel
Recommended Viewing Location P Existing Parking
Victoria Street P Proposed / Improve Parking
Proposed Boulevard Multi-use Path (Cycling Precinct Boundary
Proposed Trail / Walkway Streetscape Improvements North
(Cycling and Leisure Master Plan)

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Information appearing on the concept plans may be subject to change or further refinement based on
future studies.
Precinct Vision: Heart of the Waterfront, Waterfront Village, Passive and Active Recreational Tourism
Destination.
The Port Whitby Community Precinct will build on its significant role as the heart of the waterfront with
over 50 hectares of parks and community facilities, the Port Whitby Marina and Whitby Yacht Club,
Station Gallery, the Abilities Centre, Iroquois Park Sports Centre and the Whitby GO station.
The Port Whitby Community Precinct will become a vibrant and animated waterfront centre, with an
existing transit node (GO Station), the area has the potential to expand into a fully accessible tourism
node for both the Region and the Town. The precinct is proposed to provide commercial, cultural,
and recreational amenities and improved access to Victoria Fields, open spaces, Iroquois Beach,
and other areas of the waterfront. The concept design for the precinct includes a new park design for
Victoria Fields, improvements to Iroquois Beach and other park expansions, an improved Waterfront
Trail, secondary trails, improved street and pedestrian connections to parks and open spaces and
connections across the GO / Highway 401 corridor.
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A new urban park could provide a variety of There could be a focus on providing a variety of
activities for a wide range of users. year-round activities to help draw visitors to the
Whitby waterfront in all seasons.
Waterfront Trail Improvements - Whitby Yacht Club to Iroquois beach. Portions of

Improvements could occur along the length Watson Street and Front Street West could also
of the existing Waterfront Trail, including trail be enhanced to create main street conditions.
widening on Gordon Street and formalized Redevelopment Opportunities - Sites could
trails through Victoria Fields, and the provision be redeveloped along either side of Watson
of seating areas and other amenities. A new Street, and along the north side of Front Street
6 metre multi-use trail is proposed along the West.

western shore of the Whitby Harbour lands,
between the Gordon Street Fields and the Park Improvements - Park improvements
Whitby Yacht Club. This would provide better could be provided south of Victoria Street and
views of the water and harbour area. A multi-use east of Gordon Street. Existing sports fields at
trail will also be provided along the perimeter of the Gordon Street Fields and Victoria Street
the Brookfield property, south of the Port Whitby Fields could be relocated to an expanded
Marina. Kiwanis Heydenshore Park to create a new
premier waterfront park at Victoria Fields. The
Streetscape / Connection Improvements - A new park could include a performance area.
portion of Gordon Street could be enhanced, as Iroquois Beach could be improved and new
well as connections between Gordon Street and boardwalk trails could be provided to improve
the Waterfront Trail, at the southern edge of the access through the existing PSW Protection
Gordon Street Fields and along the edge of the Area.
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Recommended Views - A viewing area / as seating areas and other amenities.
platform could be located adjacent to the Port Parking Improvements - An expanded surface
Whitby Marina to take advantage of high visitor parking area could be provided adjacent to
volumes in this area. This feature would provide Gordon Street and the Whitby Yacht Club,
a significant vantage point of the Port Whitby providing improved access to Iroquois Beach.
Marina and Harbour lands to the south, as well
3 4
A variety of amenities and attractions could help Iroquois Beach could be improved to become a
to draw local residents to a new active waterfront prominent waterfront destination.
area in Victoria Fields.

Victoria Fields could provide an outdoor performance area.
6 7
The area surrounding the Port Whitby Marina The Brookfield Development site will provide
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could be enhanced to promote important views opportunities for landscaping, recommended

and vistas. views and trails to enhance the heart of the
waterfront.
and CLOCA logos.
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3.2 PSW Protection Area Boardwalks
The PSW Protection Area, between Gordon Street, the
Whitby Yacht Club and Iroquois Beach, could accommodate
a network of boardwalk trails. These trails would support
potential improvements to Iroquois Beach while ensuring the
preservation of the PSW lands. The wooden boardwalk could
be 2.5 metres wide to allow for a significant volume of users,
including pedestrians and cyclists.
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3.3 Iroquois Beach Secondary Trail Improvements
A portion of the existing Secondary Trail, between Gordon
Street at the Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health
Services and Iroquois Beach, could be widened to 4.0 metres.
This would allow for a greater volume of users, including
pedestrians and cyclists, and would help support potential
improvements to Iroquois Beach. The trail could be comprised
of a low impact permeable and accessible surface to support
the areas natural character, and would be framed on either
side by woodlands.
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3.4 Victoria Park Improvements
Providing for a multitude of active and passive uses and programmed
and non-programmed functions, Victoria Park will become a destination
within Whtiby. A promenade (Waterfront Trail) will highlight the parks
connection to the harbour and will afford pleasant views across the
bay. A large open lawn area - bordering the promenade - will provide a
flexible area to host large outdoor events and concerts. A central active-
use area containing playgrounds, adventure play areas, a skating rink/
splash pad, a cross-country skiing area with warming huts, and an ice
sculpture area will support surrounding neighbourhoods but also be
a be beacon for the Town to attract regional interest. Lighting will be
provided to support evening and year-round use. Multi-use fields allow
for flexible active use and traditional park planting areas large shade
trees in lawn provide a variety of intimately scaled spaces for passive
enjoyment. A dedicated parks maintenance facility could partner with
Durham Colleges Horticulture program to bring teaching facilities and
additional activity to the park. Two parking lots have been located along
the western boundary of the park, and the existing parking lot, along 0 600 m North
the eastern boundary, has been maintained. Parking areas can be
permanently expanded without impacting major park elements, should
the need arise. In addition, a variety of parking lots can be provided,
including overflow parking for special events that doubles as green
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Concept: Victoria Park Improvements
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3.5 Port Whitby Harbour Multi-Use Trail Extension
The western edge of the Port Whitby Harbour, south of Victoria Fields and
east of Gordon Street, could accommodate a Secondary Trail / southern
extension of the Waterfront Trail. The trail could run along the waters
edge, connecting the existing segment of the Waterfront Trail at Victoria
Fields to the parking lot at the southern terminus of Gordon Street and
Iroquois Beach. The trail is recommended to be 4.0 metres wide to allow
for a significant volume of users, including pedestrians and cyclists. The
trail could be comprised of a hardscaped surface to support the prominent
and urban nature of the Port Whitby Harbour area. The trail would include
a 3 metre wide resting areas, characterized by bumpouts along the length
of the trail. Such resting areas could incorporate seating, and could be
framed by street trees and other plantings.
At its southern-most point, the Secondary Trail could extend into
the Provincially Significant Wetland. The area through which the trail
is proposed has been historically used for the disposal of dredged
material from Whitby harbour and some areas are experiencing natural
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succession. Should the Town choose to develop this Secondary Trail, it
should work with CLOCA to determine the best location in order to ensure
it minimizes any negative effects to wildlife and bird habitat. As part of
determining the exact location and character of the Secondary Trail, the
Town will determine if an Environmental Assessment or other permits will
be required and will undertake the analysis necessary to support these
approvals.
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3.6 Iroquois Beach Improvements
A trail-head, expanded parking lot and washroom/change room
facility will better announce the presence of this hidden but beautiful
park which is often missed by the passerby. A system of boardwalks
through the existing forested area and adjacent to the Provincially
Significant Wetland will allow the public to see and interpret this
important natural feature. Additionally, the introduction of buffer
planting to the North and a picnic area bordering the park with
provide a space for people to linger. These new features, along
with a groomed beach, will enhance the inherent value of this small
but significant slice of land. Washroom facilities will be remote to the
beach to optimize utility connections, to provide ready access for the
service, and to provide better oversight and visibility from adjacent
streets. It is recommended that the shore wall adjacent to the surface
parking lot, which serves the Yacht Club, be enhanced to permit
public pedestrian access to the west pier.
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Gordon Street
Expand Parking
Improved Existing Parking

Washroom + Change Facility
Trail Head +
Park Entry
Node Interpretive
Node
Forested Buffe
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Area Wetland ting
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Inform
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Bea
Vehicle Dropoff
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Concept: Iroquois Beach Improvements
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3.7 Marina Area Improvements
The Port Whitby Marina area could be improved by incorporating
a number of recommended enhancements. Such improvements
include new commercial uses related to the marina and waterfront,
as well as a marina services building, buffer plantings at various
locations, the dedication of an open lawn area at the intersection
of Brock Street South and Front Street West, and improved
surface parking at the southern terminus of Charles Street.
Other improvements could include a main street entry node at
the intersection of Brock Street South and Front Street West,
an improved main street treatment along Front Street West,
emphasizing pedestrian accessibility, a seasonal Secondary
Trail connection through the marina, and a new Secondary
Trail feeding into Victoria Park from the existing Waterfront Trail
network. Access to the proposed Secondary Trail would be
restricted during annual boat launch and haul out periods.
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remains a high priority.
Existing Land Uses

Buffer Watson Street W
Planting
Marina-Related Uses
Brock Street S
Natural Improved
Secondary Trail is Drainage Commercial Street
seasonal and closed Chanel Buffer
during the winter, Planting
launch and haulout
Outdoor Marina Boundry
Storage Potential
Ground Floor
Commercial for
Marina Improved as Main

Street. Emphasized
pedestrian
Marina-Related accessibility.
Uses Main Street
Entry Node
Open Lawn Area
Improved
Existing Relocate
Parking Exisitng Sea
Cadets to
within Marina
Area
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3.8 Watson Street Improvements
The length of Watson Street, between Victoria Fields and Brock
Street South, could be transformed into a prominent main street
for the Whitby Waterfront. The reconfiguration would include a
sidewalk on the north side of the street, as well as a sidewalk and
boulevard on the south side of the street. This boulevard should
be characterized by planter boxes with street trees and low-lying
vegetation, as well as hardscaped areas with seating and bicycle
locks. The portion of Watson Street, between Victoria Fields and
Charles Street, is recommended to include a 4.0 metre wide
segment of the Waterfront Trail. The trail would accommodate a
significant volume of users, including pedestrians and cyclists.
This portion of the trail could be comprised of a hardscaped
surface to support the urban character of Watson Street. It is
recommended that the roadway be re-configured to accommodate
on-street parallel parking on the south side of Watson Street. This
would reduce reliance on surface parking lots.
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3.9 Charles Street Improvements
The length of Charles Street, between Watson and Front
Streets, will be characterized by a 4.0 metre wide segment
of the Waterfront Trail on the west side of the street. A buffer
planting area could be provided between the existing roadway
and the trail, with additional buffer planting provided between
the trail and existing uses to the west. It is recommended
that the roadway be re-configured to accommodate on-street
parallel parking on the west side of Charles Street where
driveway conflicts are reduced. This would reduce reliance on
surface parking lots.
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3.10 Front Street West Improvements
The length of Front Street West, between the existing Sea
Cadets building and Brock Street South, could be transformed
into a prominent main street for the Whitby Waterfront. The
reconfiguration would include a sidewalk / boulevard on the
north side of Front Street West. The boulevard could be
characterized by planter boxes with street trees and low-
lying vegetation, as well as hardscaped areas with seating
and bicycle locks. A portion of this segment of Front Street
West is recommended to include a 4.0 metre Secondary Trail
to the south of the street. The trail would accommodate a
This portion of the trail could be comprised of a hardscaped
surface to support the urban character of Front Street West.
It is recommended that the roadway be re-configured to
accommodate on-street parallel parking on the north side of
Front Street. This would reduce reliance on surface parking
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Precinct 4: Pringle Creek
Reconfigured
Street
1
4 Driveway /
Loading Parking
2 Street-oriented
Commerical
5 Building
Pumphouse Improvements 6
Fence Improvement 9
7 8
New or Renovated Event Centre,
Restaurant and Accessible WC
10
Shoreline Enhancements to
Support Native Plants, Wading

Birds and Turtles
Waterfront Trail (Improved) P Existing Parking

Secondary Trail P Proposed / Improve Parking
Recommended Viewing Location Streetscape Improvements
Victoria Street Cross-section
Proposed Boulevard Multi-use Path (Cycling Detailed Design Area
and Leisure Master Plan) Precinct Boundary
Proposed On-Road Bikeway New Destination
(Cycling and Leisure Master Plan) Reconigured Street
North
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future studies.
Precinct Vision: Residential Area, Employment Area, and Passive Recreational Destination.
The Pringle Creek Precinct will become a local and regional destination among its surrounding
neighbourhoods, large industrial sites and Provincially Significant Wetlands located at the mouth of
Pringle Creek.
The concept design focuses largely on providing greater access to Rotary Sunrise Lake Park through
improvements to the Waterfront Trail, the creation of a secondary trail between Victoria and Water
Streets, and improvement of the Heydenshore Pavilion for special events and accessible washrooms.
The concept design proposes preserving and enhancing the old Pump House as an open air pavilion
and cultural feature for childrens and other special activities. In addition to improved access to Kiwanis-
Heydenshore Park, open spaces, and the waterfront the concept includes a secondary multi-use
trails, improved connections to parks and open spaces, recommended viewing locations, streetscape
improvements, improved parking areas, park improvements and expansions, and enhancements to the
composition of the shoreline at Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park.
1 2
The Waterfront Trail width could be expanded to Views of Lake Ontario could be enhanced
promote active transportation. pumphouse / cultural feature.

3 4
Streetscape improvements and new trail Existing surface parking lots could be enhanced
connections could provide new and enhanced to incorporate pedestrian walkways and tree
opportunities for walking and bicycling. plantings.
Waterfront Trail Improvements - new commercial building.

Improvements could occur along the length of the New Destinations - The Pump House could be
existing Waterfront Trail, including trail widening improved to create a new cultural feature, and
and the provision of seating areas and other a new event centre, restaurant and accessible
amenities. Waterfront Centre could be provided on the
Streetscape / Connection Improvements - south side of Water Street, adjacent to South
A future north-south trail connection could be Blair Street.
provided, connecting Water Street to the south Park Improvements - The fence surrounding
with South Blair Street adjacent to Victoria the water supply plant could be improved to
Street to the north. Water Street could be soften the edge between the building and
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enhanced as a green and vibrant street with a Kiwanis Heydenshore Park. A discussion of
the Kiwanis Heydenshore Park expansion is Heydenshore Park.
provided in Precinct 5: (Former) Dupont and Shoreline Improvements - It is recommended
Gerdau Shoreline. that the Town explore the feasibility of changing
Parking Improvements - An expanded garden the beach at Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park to
surface parking area could be provided adjacent sand, from pebble. Such an enhancement would
to the intersection of Water Street and South Blair improve the attractiveness and viability of the
Street, providing improved access to Kiwanis beach as a major waterfront destination.
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Benches and tables could be used to encourage Fire pits and public barbecues could encourage
picnics and could help prolong the stay of visitors cooking and help prolong the stay of visitors to
to the Whitby waterfront. the Whitby waterfront.
7 8
Kiwanis Heydenshore Park will continue to Bicycle locks could be provided along the length
function as Whitbys premiere waterfront beach of the Waterfront Trail to help promote active
destination.
transportation.
9 10
Year-round washrooms could be provided in The transition between Kiwanis Heydenshore

locations where park or waterfront features are Park and the DuPont Lands could be signified
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utilized throughout the winter months. through the use of low-lying vegetation.
4.1 Harbour Street / Spur Line Trail Extension
The length of the Harbour Street / spur line corridor, between
the CN Rail corridor / potential reconfiguration of Victoria Street
East and Brock Street South, could accommodate a Secondary
Trail extension. Such an extension would improve the connection
between the Town of Whitby to the north and the Waterfront to the
south. Consideration should be given to acquiring the CN spur
line immediately east of Harbour Street between Water Street and
Watson Street, in order to allow for the realignment of Harbour
Street to the east, allowing the trail to move along the west side of a
relocated Harbour Street. There is tremendous development potential
in the vicinity for new industrial and office development on Harbour
Street, which would be aided by its realignment.
It is recommended that a study be undertaken to look at alternative
design solutions in the vicinity of Water and Harbour Streets to
provide needed street access to these industrial properties and
improved traffic movements. This could include the closing of Watson
Street to vehicular traffic east of Galt / Harbour Street. The need 0 600 m North
for this local link warrants review in that GO is proposing a grade

separation at South Blair Street.
The trail is recommended to be set back 3.0 metres west of the
realigned Harbour Street, providing adequate space for plantings.
The trail is recommended to be 4.0 metres wide to allow for a
The trail could be comprised of a low impact hard surface given its

location in the right-of-way. It is recommended that native grasses
and shrubs be planted east of a reconfigured Harbour Street, to
provide a natural buffer and habitat for small insect eating birds and
butterflies.
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4.2 Water Street Improvements
The portion of Water Street, adjacent to Kiwanis Heydenshore Park, could be transformed into
a green and vibrant street along the Whitby Waterfront. The street will be lined with boulevards
and sidewalks on either side of the road. Boulevards should be characterized by street trees and
landscaped areas. A planting area should be provided along the north side of Water Street. A two
storey commercial building is recommended north of Water Street. The second storey of this building
could be set back, creating sufficient space for an outdoor restaurant or cafe patio. Parking, loading,
and servicing functions would be provided behind the new building, and accessed from South Blair
Street.
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North
600 m
0
4.3 Kiwanis Heydenshore Park Improvements and Extension
The concept plan expands Heydenshore Park considerably to the east, and promotes important
enhancements to the existing and well used areas of the park. A large multi-use field area occupies the
northeast corner of the park expansion along with a new parking lot intended to serve both the field and
expanded beach area. Additionally, beach volleyball and bocce courts are located in this new active
sports zone, along with a supporting washroom facility and shade structure. A trailhead node at the
junction of South Blair Street and Water Street creates a sense of entry into the park and defines one end
of a central promenade. At the south end of the promenade, another node acts as a waterfront anchor,
tying the existing and new areas of the park together. The beach area is expanded and additional access
points have been added, including stairs down to the beach to facilitate enhanced circulation.
Boulevard /
Streetscape
Improvements
Commercial
Existing Special Events

Playground Centre
Green Gym
Demonstration
Gardens
Existing
Washrooms
Proposed
Parking
Existing Playground
Existing Splash Pad
Existing Shade Structure

Maintained
Beach
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As this park is well used in the summer, informal picnic areas above
the beach have been suggested to allow more residents to enjoy the
warm summer sun and views to Lake Ontario, and a green gym is to be
constructed in June of 2012 adjacent to the existing playground. Existing
areas of the park are generally unchanged as they are currently well
used. The redevelopment of the pavilion is an important component
of the concept as this facility must become more appealing and be
better utilized to act as a multi-season draw to the site. In addition to
redeveloping the pavilion building, the associated outdoor spaces should
also be upgraded by creating an enhanced entry feature, outdoor terrace
space, and provide beautiful views from the front event space to the
lake. To increase parking, two surface lots are suggested at the eastern
termination of Water Street at South Blair Street. One of these locations
may also be suitable for a new operations gardening and parks facility.
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Year Round
Washrooms
Dog Park /

Off Leash
Area
Buffer Planting
Open Lawn Area

/ Free Play Area
Bocce
Volleyball Courts
Existing
Planting
Shade Structure Forested Area

and Future
Expansion
Area
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Informal Picnic Area

and CLOCA logos.
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4.5 Pumphouse
The Whitby Pumphouse is a significant cultural heritage
feature. The Pumphouse, constructed in 1903, should be
preserved and enhanced. It could be improved to create a
new cultural feature and a new event centre. A restaurant, an
open air pavilion, cultural feature for children or other special
activities or features are some examples of potential uses.
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Pumphouse building view from the north west side
Pumphouse building view from east

side
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Pumphouse building interior

Precinct 5: (Former) Dupont and Gerdau Shoreline
Future Crossing
Future Victoria
Street Alignment
(Transportation
Master Plan)
Future Go Transit
Maintenance Facility
(GO Transit EA)
Potential New Sports

Fields
Kiwanis
Heydenshore
Park
2
6
Nesting Boxes
Bird Counts at
3 Viewing Areas
1
Improve Visual
Waterfront Trail (Improved) Quality of Berms
Secondary Trail
Improved Connection / Streetscape
Recommended Viewing Location
4 Explore public art
Victoria Street opportunities
Proposed Boulevard Multi-use Path (Cycling 7 5
and Leisure Master Plan)
Existing Viewing Area
Precinct Boundary
Connection Improvements
Future Connection / Alignment
Detailed Design Area
Educational Opportunities
P Proposed / Improve Parking North
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future studies.
Precinct Vision: Employment Area and Natural Waterfront Corridor.
The (Former) Dupont and Gerdau Shoreline Precinct will focus its role away from the surrounding
industrial lands and extend the beauty of its remote, natural and peaceful shoreline. The lake front
lands are a local and largely naturalized destination offering improved access to local parks and will
provide additional open spaces through the eastward expansion of Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park, as well
as improved access to the waterfront. The concept for the precinct includes an improved Waterfront
Trail, secondary multi-use trails, recommended viewing locations, improved parking areas, education
opportunities, and park improvements and expansions.
The precinct contains Gordon Richards Park, Ronald C. Deeth Park, and Waterfront Trail Open Space.
The open spaces adjacent to the Waterfront Trail are naturalized, with a gazebo and a lookout area
along the route.
1 3
The area could be largely naturalized, including

native plantings. Existing berms could be
enhanced to improve views.

Wayfinding signage could be provided along the
Parking lots could be provided on the west length of the Waterfront Trail to inform uses on
and east side of the precinct, adjacent to the distance travelled and key destinations.
Waterfront Trail. (5.4)
Waterfront Trail Improvements - Park could be expanded east of South Blair
Improvements could occur along the length Street, creating adequate space for soccer
of the existing Waterfront Trail, including trial fields, a picnic area and an open space. The
widening up to 6.0 metres and the provision of visual quality of berms between the Waterfront
seating areas and wayfinding. (5.3) Trail and the Gerdau buildings could also be
improved with planting and trees to soften the
Streetscape / Connection Improvements - A
edge between built and natural features.
portion of Victoria Street will be realigned, and
the existing jog would be removed. Recommended Views - Viewing areas /
platforms could be located along the Waterfront
Education Opportunities - Education
Trail between South Blair Street and Thickson
opportunities could be provided at strategic
Road South. These features would provide
locations along the Waterfront Trail.
significant vantage points of the berms and
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Park Improvements - Kiwanis Heydenshore nature landscapes to the north and Lake Ontario
to the south, and would include seating and Street and Thickson Road South, providing
other amenities. improved access to an expanded Kiwanis
Heydenshore Park to the west and Gordon
Parking Improvements - New surface parking
Richards and Ronald Deeth Parks to the south.
areas could be provided adjacent to South Blair
4 5
Significant views of Lake Ontario could be

preserved and enhanced with lookout points /
pavilions.
Viewing points / pavilions may incorporate

gazebos with areas to sit and pause.
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Sports fields could be relocated from Victoria The Waterfront Trail could be extended, allowing
Fields to expand play areas at Kiwanis for improved views of the Lake Ontario shoreline.
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Heydenshore Park.
and CLOCA logos.
North

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Concept: (Former) Dupont and Gerdau Shoreline Improvements
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5.2 New Viewing Area
The southern-most point of the Lake Ontario shoreline, within
the precinct, could accommodate an extension of the Waterfront
Trail. The trail is recommended to run along the waters edge,
providing opportunities for public art, education, and prominent
views of Lake Ontario. The trail is recommended to be 4.0 metres
wide to accommodate a significant volume of users, including
pedestrians and cyclists. The trail could be comprised of a low
impact permeable surface to support the natural character of the
area. Informative displays would be provided to inform site visitors
of the ecological significance of the precincts shoreline bluffs
and the industrial history of the area. The adjacent Waterfront
Trail is recommended to be 6.0 metres wide to accommodate
a significant volume of users, and could be comprised of a
hardscaped surface. Public art opportunities, along near the new
viewing area, should be investigated through public and private North
partnerships with adjacent land owners.
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Precinct 6: Corbett Creek Marsh
Future Connection
as Identified in the
Transportation Master
Plan

Bridge
Improvements Thickson
Woods
1
Existing Bird
Watching
Corbett Creek
Marsh 8
3 6
Naturalized Area to
Minimize Access to Marsh 5
7
Relocated Memorial 9
Garden
Intrepid
Educational Opportunities on Corbett Park
Creek Marsh, Bird Watching 4
Secondary Trail
Precinct Boundary North
New Destination
Victoria Street
Proposed Boulevard Multi-use Path (Cycling
Pedestrian and Cyclist Gateway Marker P Proposed / Improve Parking
Cross-section
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future studies.
Precinct Vision: Employment Area, Significant Natural and Cultural Heritage Area, and Passive
Recreational Destination.
The Corbett Creek Marsh Precinct is the second largest environmentally sensitive area on the
waterfront and includes Intrepid Park and approximately 40 hectares of open space. The Concept Plan
builds on the importance of the parkland as a defining entry point to the Town and Whitbys waterfront.
Nature viewing to Corbett Creek Marsh and the introduction of Memorial gardens dedicated to the
historic significance of Camp X offers improved access to Intrepid Park as well as the waterfront. The
concept for the precinct includes an improved Waterfront Trail, secondary multi-use trails, pedestrian
and cyclist gateway markers at key locations, bridge improvements, education opportunities, park
improvements, recommended viewing locations, and a new parking area. The precinct also includes
sensitive lands including the Thickson Woods Old Growth Forest and Corbett Creek Mouth Marsh.
1 2
Functional bridge improvements are required The Waterfront Tail could be enhanced,
along the Waterfront Trail to improve the safety of particularly surrounding the Waste Water Facility.
visitors.
3 4
Intrepid Park could remain largely naturalized, A viewing platform / pavilion could promote views
and access to Corbett Creek Marsh could remain to Lake Ontario. The feature could also include
restricted to protect the natural environment. educational opportunities.
Waterfront Trail Improvements - Improvements Street.

could occur along the length of the existing Education Opportunities - Education
Waterfront Trail, including trail widening up to opportunities could be provided at strategic
4.0 metres and the provision of seating areas, locations within Intrepid Park.
wayfinding and other amenities.
Park Improvements - The Camp X war
Streetscape / Connection Improvements - memorial and its associated memorial garden
Connection improvements could occur along the could be relocated to the southwest, to a more
length of existing pedestrian bridges, located visually prominent location. Limited access
on either side of the Region of Durham Waste westward through Intrepid Park could be
Water Treatment Facility. Future north-south encouraged, and a natural buffer could be
pedestrian connections could be established
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provided to minimize access to Corbett Creek

between the Waterfront Trail and Wentworth Marsh.
Gateway Improvements - Pedestrian and Creek Marsh to the west and Lake Ontario to
cyclist gateway markers could be located along the south, and would include seating areas and
the Waterfront Trail, adjacent to Boundary Road. other amenities.
Recommended Views - A viewing area / Parking Improvements - A new surface parking
platform could be located along the waters area could be provided adjacent to Boundary
edge in Intrepid Park. This feature would Road, providing improved access to Camp X and
provide significant vantage points of Corbett Intrepid Park.
5 6
The western portion of Intrepid Park could be The Camp X Memorial could be moved and a
naturalized to ensure an appropriate buffer memorial garden could be provided.
between the park and Corbett Creek Marsh.
7 8

Opportunities for public art could be considered Informative signage could be provided to educate
throughout Intrepid Park. visitors on local bird species, area history, and to
promote bird watching.
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Seasonal bird watching could be promoted.

6.1 Waterfront Trail Improvements
The length of the Waterfront Trail, running between Thickson
Road South and Boundary Road, could be widened to
4.0 metres. This would allow for a significant volume of
users, including pedestrians and cyclists. The trail could be
comprised of a low impact accessible and permeable surface
to support the natural character of the area. Opportunities
to widen the corridor sections of the Waterfront Trail,
surrounding the treatment facility should be explored.
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6.2 Trail Bridge Improvements
The multi-use bridge connection, on the east side of the
Waste Water Treatment Facility, could be improved to address
existing issues pertaining to bridge footings. The bridge is
recommended to be comprised of wood, with 1.2 metre high
railings and an interpretive panel, informing site visitors of the
significant of the surrounding Thickson Woods and Corbett
Creek Marsh, as well as the animals which inhabit it. The
bridge should be 4.0 metres wide.
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6.3 Intrepid Park Improvements
The concept plan incorporates a new memorial garden, which takes
form of the footprints from the former Camp X buildings, which were
used to train Allied Spies during the Second World War. The Memorial
Garden is also situated to provide significant views of the Lake Ontario
shoreline, and acts as a strong visual terminus to vehicles traveling
south along Boundary Road. The concept incorporates a new parking
area, which will support increased visitor volumes as well as a large
open lawn, a park entry node, planting areas, educational and bird
watching opportunities at Corbett Creek Marsh, naturalized areas,
Secondary Trails, and a connection to the Waterfront Trail. Access
to the beach and adjacent wetland area is discouraged as these
sensitive natural features would not tolerate increased use. Such
access is to be limited to existing informal trails. Bird counts could also
be provided, either physically or digitally, and could be maintained by
either community groups or local corporate partners.
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Open Lawn +
Picnic Area
Naturalized
Open Lawn
Wetland
Area Buffer
Park Node
Entry
Memorial Gardens
and / or Future
Site for Camp
X Interpretive
Centre
Naturalized Area
Be
ac
hA
rea
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6.4 Intrepid Park Gateway and Wayfinding Marker
A gateway marker, signifying the entrance to the Whitby
Waterfront and Corbett Creek Marsh from the City of
Oshawa to the east, could be placed at the intersection of
Boundary Road South with the Waterfront Trail. The marker is
recommended to be three sided, and comprised of either steel
or wood panels. The panels would include locationary signage
as well as a map indicating the location of trail users relevant
to the remainder of the Whitby Waterfront. The foundation
of the markers would be comprised of concrete to ensure
longevity and ease of maintenance. Markers could incorporate
both Town of Whitby and CLOCA logos.
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Concept: Intrepid Park Improvements
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Phase Three
Implementation
The implementation strategy section lays management; approvals and coordination;
out the necessary considerations for the and potential future studies.
overall scope of work to be completed, the
recommended construction schedule and 7.1 Principles, Phasing and Timelines
timing implications as well as the overall
planning of the budgetary requirements. Implementation Principles - Implementation
of the Waterfront Parks and Open Spaces
The strategy incorporates the Counsultants Master Plan is dependent on the following
cost estimates for redevelopment for the entire principles:
Whitby Waterfront. The Parks Development
Division, within the Town of Whtibys The order of development for parks and
Community and Marketing Services Deaptment open spaces should proceed in order of
may head most of the projects, however the greatest community need.
Planning Department or the Public Works Scheduling of park redevelopment should
Department may be responsible for some take into consideration waterfront use, legal
developments. The Central Lake Ontario regulations, availability of material and
Conservation Autority, Durham Region, or the weather conditions.
Government of Ontario are other parties which Development is dependent on the availability
may implement enhancements as they are of funding from the Town and funding
contained on lands they control. partners. Projects that are cost-shared or
The implementation strategy is intended as a fully funded by groups will be considered if
guide to direct the successful implementation they respect the Waterfront Parks and Open
of the Whitby Waterfront Parks and Open Spaces Master Plan and the appropriate
Space Master Plan over the next five, ten and infrastructure is in place. Availability of
twenty years. The implementation strategy specific types of funding may mean that
includes: certain aspects of the master plan will
advance ahead of their anticipated priority.
Phasing and Timelines - Establishes
Development of the proposed park buildings
a series of principles to guide the
with complimentary revenue generating
implementation process, with detailed
facilities (i.e. Kiwanis Heydenshore Park
spreadsheets phasing and timeline

Special Events Centre, Marina-Related
considerations.
Commercial Uses, and Water Street
Order of Magnitude Costing - Identifies Commercial Uses) would assist in recovery
the cost associated with specific waterfront of capital and maintenance costs and assist
park and open space improvements, in the promotion, usage and marketability of
organized by precinct. the waterfront. The implementation of such
Implementation Considerations - facilities will be based upon a business plan
Identifies recommendations pertaining and feasibility study.
to acquisitions and easements for future
Phasing and Timelines - The Waterfront
park land expansion; stakeholder roles;
Parks and Open Spaces Master Plan will
marketing and commercial opportunities;
be implemented in three phases over a
parks and open space maintenance
period of twenty years. The phasing of such
and management; by-laws; wildlife improvements will occur in a manner which
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mitigates the impacts on residents and area Pumphouse Structure, which must undergo
visitors during the construction process. detailed design.
The expansion of Kiwanis-Heydenshore
Park will constitute the first major park 7.2 Implementation Considerations
improvement in Phase One, as the relocation
Implementation of the Town of Whitbys
of recreational facilities including soccer
waterfront will largely be the responsibility of
pitches will be required in order to address
Parks Development Division, however due to
growing demand as well as to facilitate
the multi-faceted characteristics of the plan,
improvements to Victoria Fields, where such
other departments such as Public Works,
facilities are currently located. This will be
Planning, Corporate Services will have direct
followed by the redevelopment of Victoria
influence on improvements to the waterfront.
Fields, improvements to the existing Kiwanis-
Heydenshore Park and Iroquois Beach, which 7.2.1 Acquisitions and Easements for Future
will be required to accommodate increasing Park Land Expansion
demand for public waterfront access in Phase Criteria for Park Land Expansion - The
Two. Gateway and wayfinding markers will need for acquisitions and easements for future
also be implemented in Phase Two to facilitate park land expansion has not been identified in
improved access and visibility to the waterfront. Phase Two, however should this situation arise
Improvements to Intrepid Park will occur in the future the following criteria are intended
following the completion of other significant to provide direction to Town Staff and Town
park and open space improvements in Phase Council.
Three, as its location is more remote within the
context of the Whitby waterfront. Improvements To improve continuous public shoreline
to the Marina Area will also occur in Phase access;
Three, due to a variety of factors including the To expand recreational activities;
anticipated redevelopment of properties in the

To provide needed support facilities;
short to mid-term.
To improve views to Lake Ontario and the
Some of the planned improvements along Port Whitby Marina;
Whitbys waterfront are contingent on further
To protect sensitive and/or natural features;
future studies and detailed designs / master
plans, which will impact the phasing process. To expand natural features and systems;
Examples include Victoria Fields, which To protect and explore cultural heritage
requires a detailed master plan; and the elements; and
Future work should ensure that the Waterfront Trail Improvements and Secondary
implementation process reflects the desired Trail Connections should be prioritized as short-
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outcomes of contributing stakeholders. term development strategies.

To provide important east/west and north/ park and open space area. The Town can and
south connections. should pursue potential sponsorship partnerships
to help achieve the designated park themes and
Methods of Park and Open Space visions identified in the Waterfront Parks and
Expansion - The Town of Whitby has many Open Spaces Master Plan for each park and
potential methods of expanding the land area open space area.
of waterfront parks and open spaces. Some of
these methods include outright conveyance, Examples of marketing and commercial
ownership, property easements, use or opportunities include, but are not limited to the
stewardship agreements, or public-private following:
partnerships. Whenever development occurs
along the waterfront, the Town should take All wayfinding signage throughout the
steps to secure public park space adjacent to Precincts could be sponsored by a private
the water through redevelopment applications. organization to aid in funding the project; and
7.2.2 Stakeholder Roles The performance area in Victoria Fields

should be sponsored through naming rights.
Throughout the development of the Waterfront
Parks and Open Spaces Master Plan, internal 7.2.4 Revenue Generating Opportunities
and external stakeholders have played an The Town of Whitby is encouraged to explore
important role in shaping the guiding principles possible revenue generating opportunities
and the plans key areas of concentration. within the plan, and to prioritize the phasing
Future work based on the recommendations of of such opportunities in order to reduce
all contributing stakeholders should ensure that financial expenditures associated with planned
the implementation process reflects the desired improvements throughout the waterfront.
outcomes. Possible revenue generating opportunities
7.2.3 Marketing and Commercial Opportunities include leasing agreements and event
sponsoring.
When the Town of Whitby considers the
marketing and commercial opportunities available Leasing Agreements - The Town could have
to them, such as sponsorship or the provision an organization enter into a leasing agreement,
of commercial spaces within park and open whereby a portion of the Towns facilities can
space areas, they must be assured that these be leased. The revenue generated would go to
endeavors do not undermine or interfere with the the general operation and renewal of the facility
primary park programming use assigned for each and park. Examples of leasing agreement
Wildlife management may be required within The pumphouse should be re-purposed to

waterfront parks and open spaces. Image by Aris provide space for a new cultural feature along the
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Patelos. Lake Ontario shoreline.

opportunities include: is a Federally significant cultural heritage event
site. Possible alternative funding sources
New commercial facilities within the Marina include:
Area;
New commercial facilities within Victoria Government - The Town of Whitby should
Park; and explore alternative funding opportunities with
upper levels of government. Depending on
New commercial facilities adjacent to the location and scope of the improvement,
Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park. this may include partnerships with either
Event Sponsoring - Potential arrangements the Federal Government, the Provincial
could be made, whereby the contributions and Government, or the Regional Government.
proceeds of such events can be contributed In the case of Intrepid Park, for instance, the
to the capital budget. Examples of such event Town should explore partnership opportunities
sponsoring opportunities include: with the Federal Government in order to
finance improvements to the Camp X Memorial
Festivals or concerts in Victoria Park; site and the possible development of a Camp X
Sports tournaments within and expanded Interpretive Centre.
Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park;
Business Improvement Area - The Town
Banquets, guest lectures, performances, of Whitby should explore partnership
academic events, conferences and opportunities with future Business improvement
weddings at the Special Events Centre in Areas, affiliated with either neighbourhoods in
Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park; and and surrounding the waterfront, or the Town
Art exhibits, farmers markets, recreational as a whole. Such organizations can provide
events and academic events at the programs, offer services and engage in other
Pumphouse. activities that promote and support community
development, and can play a variety of roles

7.2.5 Alternative Funding Sources including economic development, education,
Through the implementation of the Waterfront community organization, and real estate
Parks and Open Space Master Plan, the development.
Town of Whitby is encouraged to explore
Private Sector - The Town of Whitby should
possible alternative funding sources to reduce
explore partnership opportunities with the
financial expenditures associated with planned
private sector, including prominent local and
improvements throughout the waterfront,
regional corporations. Such partnerships could
including improvements to Intrepid Park, which
The Town should explore alternative funding sources, including partnerships with the Federal Government,
to implement improvements to Intrepid Park including the relocation of the Camp X Memorial and
development of Camp X Interpretive Centre.
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result in funding in exchange for branding and building, programming, partnerships, alternate
marketing opportunities. Examples of potential sources of funding, communication and
private sector investments include: promotion in addition to the more traditional
role of parks and open space maintenance.
The events area and performance area
within Victoria Park; Waterfront parks and open spaces should be
Wayfinding signage throughout the managed to ensure such spaces are vibrant,
waterfront; attractive places that help build communities
and assist the Town of Whitby in meeting its
Public viewing areas throughout the goal of being a healthy and livable community.
waterfront; and As such, there should be a management
Public art installations throughout the structure for all parks south of Victoria Street
waterfront. that will ensure the cleanliness and safety of
waterfront park and open space elements.
Private sector investment opportunities also
exist with respect to the Adopt a Park and Parks and Open Space Maintenance
Adopt a Trail programs, which are already and Operations - The implementation
established within the Town of Whitby. of the Waterfront Parks and Open Space
7.2.6 Parks and Open Space Maintenance and Master Plan can significantly impact capital
Management budget, operations, and maintenance. Prior
to development, Town of Whitby Staff from
Parks and Open Space Management Corporate Services and Public Works must
Strategy - Whitbys waterfront parks and review and comment specifically with respect
open spaces, represent a significant city- to initial capital, and ongoing operating and
wide resource. Given this, waterfront parks maintenance costs.
and open spaces will require a management
structure geared toward implementation of The Town of Whitby currently allocates
parks and open space programming and a standard cost per acre for parks, open
events, and active community engagement. space and trail maintenance. The Waterfront
Management resources and expertise will Parks and Open Spaces strategy recognizes
need to be devoted to working with community that parks, open spaces and trails along
groups, businesses, schools, and other the waterfront require a higher per acre
stakeholders to develop activities, amenities maintenance cost than the Towns other non-
and programs that meet community needs. waterfront parks. This higher cost is associated
Management will need to focus on community with achieving a world class waterfront parks
Programming elements, including playgrounds, The Waterfront Trail will be formalized and
will require ongoing maintenance / operational widened in some areas to accommodate
expenditures. increased user volumes.
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and open space system which includes high Park (demonstration gardens); and Intrepid
quality, durable park furnishings; a greater Park (memorial gardens).
density of landscaping and planting, as
well as the provision of seasonal plantings; Arboriculture Services - Waterfront Trail
maintenance for increased activities relative where double row of trees is provided
to other parks and open spaces; higher costs (Jeffrey Street, Gordon Street, Water Street,
for winter maintenance to allow for year-round and reconfigured Harbour Street); where
use of the entire Waterfront Trail and portions streetscape improvements are provided
of some Secondary Trails; and the introduction (Watson Street, Front Street, and Charles
of a system-wide integrated education and Street); and where new trees are planted
public art program which is more prominent adjacent to Secondary Trails (Victoria Park,
than those existing within other Town parks Iroquois Beach, Marina lands, Kiwanis-
and open spaces. The following provisions Heydenshore Park, and Intrepid Park).
must be considered as the Town develops a Garbage / Recycling and Litter Pick-Up - The
comprehensive maintenance and operations Waterfront Trail; Secondary Trails; Halls Road;
strategy for the waterfront. Victoria Street; Whitby Shores Greenway;
Grass Cutting - Streets; the Waterfront Trail; Water Street; Iroquois Beach; Victoria Park;
Secondary Trails; the Lake Ontario shoreline; Marina Lands; Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park; and
Victoria Park; Iroquois Beach; Rotary Sunrise Intrepid Park.
Lake Park; Kiwanis-Heydenshore Park; Marina Parking Area Maintenance - Halls Road
lands; and Intrepid Park. (bumpout on-street parking); Victoria
Snow Clearing - Streets; the Waterfront Trail; Street surface parking lot; Iroquois Beach
select Secondary Trails; the Special Events surface parking lot and lay-by parking area;
Centre; the Interpretive Centre; year-round Victoria Park surface parking lots; Kiwanis-
washroom facilities; and all surface parking Heydenshore Park surface parking lots;

areas. Thickson Road surface parking lot; and Intrepid
Park surface parking lot.
Planting Bed Maintenance - Streets; the
Waterfront Trail; Secondary Trails; gateway Seasonal Implications and Repairs - Due
markers; Halls Road Wildlife Learning Area; to heavy use, year round use and limited
Whitby Shores Greenway Nature Learning snow cover, among other factors, a regular
Area; other educational opportunities; Victoria inspection schedule should be developed
Park; Iroquois Beach; Kiwanis-Heydenshore based on the asset type and this should
Detailed park concepts, including those depicting improvements to Victoria Park, will need to undergo a
detailed design process prior to construction. The results of the detailed design process may impact the
phasing and timelines associated with each park improvement.
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include winter inspections. Public health is compromised;
7.2.7 By-Laws Eco-system becomes unbalanced;
By-Laws are used to provide guidance Park or open space maintenance is
towards appropriate activities for and within impeded;
the waterfront parks and open space system. Access to the park or open space is
It is important that these by-laws are clearly impeded; and
displayed in a legible and easily comprehended Fisheries require restocking.
manner. Steps should be taken by the Town
to ensure that park by-law displays are Persons living within and visiting the Whitby
integrated into proposed signage to eliminate Waterfront should have respect for local and
unnecessary clutter. migratory wildlife.
7.2.8 Wildlife Management Fishing in Cranberry Marsh is not permitted,

Wildlife within the parks and open space although permitted in other areas of Lynde
system is typically managed by Environment Shores Creek marsh;
Canada and the Canadian Wildlife Service. It Lynde Shores Conservation Area is an
is unlawful to kill, sell, hunt, and disturb nests importance place for many different wildlife
and immature animals unless permitted by species. This area is also an important
Environment Canada. stopover point for thousands of migratory
waterfowl and shorebirds. Cranberry Marsh
Although many forms of wildlife that find their is an important area where the public can
way into the parks and open space system take part in viewing raptors that fly over
are not destructive, there are animals that every fall;
do affect the environment in a negative way.
Geese, deer, seagulls, raccoons and skunks, Unique plants and animals within Lynde
to name a few, do affect the parks and open Shores area and a permit would need to
space environment to an extent that wildlife be applied for if venturing beyond the trail
management may become necessary. system and designated areas.
Any of the following criteria can result in 7.2.9 Approvals and Coordination
the requirement to manage wildlife within The following section provides an overview of
waterfront parks and open spaces. the necessary approvals and coordination that
Public safety is compromised; will be required to implement the Waterfront
Parks and Open Space Master Plan. Design
The area surrounding the Marina Building should The cost estimates provided for Waterfront
be enhanced with marina-related commercial Trail Improvements and Nodes incorporate
uses, trails, and viewing areas. landscaping treatments and furnishings.
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and development projects that effect change of Fisheries and Oceans must also provide
to the shoreline, river banks and adjacent its approval. However, the Conservation
sensitive lands may require special permits Authorities have an arrangement with
from CLOCA for specific projects and may the Department of Fisheries and Oceans
also be subject to a formal Environmental whereby applications are processed by
Assessment. In addition, the normal municipal the Conservation Authority on behalf of the
approvals process must be followed. department to:
In order to coordinate the various approvals, Advise on ways to avoid or mitigate impacts
it is important that all stakeholders, including on fish habitats; or
Community and Marketing Services, CLOCA, Specify a compensation package in respect
and the Ministry of the Environment area of damage to fish habitats.
engaged early in the process.
Environmental Assessments - A Municipal
Conservation Authorities - CLOCA regulates Class Environmental Assessment typically
development in environmentally sensitive covers road, water and wastewater projects
areas throughout the waterfront. Redesign that recur, are similar in nature, have
or improvement to existing infrastructure, as predictable environmental effects, and are
well as development and implementation of responsive to mitigating measures. There may
new infrastructure, requires approval from the be some improvements within the Waterfront
appropriate public agency, including CLOCA, Parks and Open Spaces Master Plan, which
the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Ministry require an Environmental Assessment, such as
of the Environment, and the Department of boardwalk improvements and the restoration
Fisheries and Oceans. of Willis Creek within the Marina Lands in
Shoreline modification, regarding placing of Precinct Three. The Town of Whitby would
fill and construction of buildings in sensitive need to follow the Environmental Assessment
process to obtain approval from the Ministry of

areas requires special permission from
CLOCA. The authority reviews proposals the Environment.
for potential impacts on control of flooding, Municipal Approvals - Municipal approvals
erosion, dynamic beaches, pollution and land may be required for some improvements to
conservation. the Whitby Waterfront, including streetscape
If a project will potentially alter, disrupt or improvements to Watson Street, Front Street,
destroy a fish habitat, the federal Department Water Street, and Charles Street.
Waterfront improvements, including the above illustrated shade structure, will require ongoing
maintenance and management.
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7.2.10 Potential Future Studies
Undertaken by the Town of Whitby
Comprehensive Waterfront Parks Signage
and Wayfinding Strategy;
Parks Master Plan for Iroquois Beach
Improvements and Expansion;
Parks Master Plan for Victoria Park
Improvements;
Business Plan for Marina Area
Improvements;
Business Plan and Parks Master Plan for
Kiwanis Heydenshore Park Improvements
and Expansion;
Parks Master Plan for Intrepid Park
Improvements;
Detailed Design for Pumphouse;
Detailed Design for Special Events Centre;
and
Detailed Design for Camp X Interpretive
Centre
Undertaken by Other Parties
Lynde Shores Conservation Area Master
Plan; and
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health
Sciences Master Plan.
Pumphouse building interior Viewing points / pavilions may incorporate

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gazebos with areas to sit and pause.

8.0 Detailed Order of Magnitude
Costing
The following tables are the order of magnitude
and costing. The estimates are for all
components and elements contained in the
Waterfront Parks and Open Space Master
Plan.
The estimated costs contained within this plan
are based on concept plans and all prices are
subject to revision based on final landscape
plans, selection of materials, etc. The costs
indicated are all exclusive of HST, contingency,
and Professional Fees. The estimated cost do
not include permit fees or coordination cost for
required permits.
The cost estimates also do not take into
consideration:
Demolition/removals
Utility relocates
Stormwater system upgrades/relocates
Existing tree protection measures
Planting along shoreline
Protected Shoreline

The costs provided in the plan are not to be
taken as actual estimates and further detailed
reports would need to be conducted. The
costs are an approximation and are to be taken
for order of magnitude purposes only.
Iroquois Beach could be improved to become a Lookout points / pavilions could be provided to
prominent waterfront destination. promote and enhance views of Lake Ontario and
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Lynde Marsh.
Precinct 1: Cranberry and Lynde Marshes
Lynde Shores
Feasibility and Conservation
Alignment of Secondary Area
Trail subject to CLOCA
Master Plan
1 3 4
2
2
Lynde Creek
Marsh
Cranberry
2 Marsh
Lynde Shores Conservation Area Waterfront Trail (Improved)

Educational Opportunities Secondary Trail
New Bird Watching Platform Improved Boardwalk
Pedestrian & Cyclist Gateway Recommended Viewing Location
P Existing Parking Victoria Street
P Proposed / Improve Parking Future Connection to North
Lookout point Conservation Area Entrance
Cross-section Proposed Boulevard Multi-use Path
Detailed Design Area (Cycling and Leisure Master Plan)
Proposed On-Road Bikeway
North (Cycling and Leisure Master Plan)
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studies.
8.0 Detailed Order of Magnitude Costing
Precinct 1:Cranberry and Lynde Marshes
Preliminary Costing
Item Description of Work Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3
(0 - 5 Years) (5 - 10 Years) (10 - 20 Years)
Waterfront Trail Improvements

1.2 Lake Ridge Road Halls Road South $246,000
a) WT between Lake Ridge & Halls Rd widen 4m
1.3 Halls Road South Waterfront Trail
Improvements $314,000
a) WT Halls Rd S (Lake Ontario Shoreline &
Victoria St) 4m
1.7 Victoria Street West Improvements
Note: Suject to Victoria St. Improvements (2014-15) $194,000
a) WT Improve Victoria Street 3m
Secondary Trail Connection
1.4 Halls Road South - Victoria Street $83,000
Waterfront Realignment
a) Secondary trail connection 2.5m granular
North Conservation Area Entrance
1.8 Future Connection to North Conservation $98,000
Area Entrance
a) Secondary trail (Along Jeffery St. between
Victoria St. S & LSCA) 3m

Halls Road New Parking
Halls Road South Parking $10,000
Halls Road South Wildlife Learning Area

1.3 Halls Road South Waterfront Trail $2,000
Improvments
b) Educational node (pad treatment + sign +
plantings)
1.4 Halls Road South Victoria Street $4,000
Waterfront Trail Realignment
a) Educational node (pad treatment + sign +
plantings)
Halls Road Viewing Area
Viewing Area (pad treatment + sign + $4,000
plantings)
Victoria Street Bird Watching Platform
1.7 Victoria Street West Improvements $50,000
Note: Subject to Victoria St. Improvements (2014-
15)
f) Bumpouts 2.5m (viewing deck)
Birdwatching Platform (between Eastbound
Beach Rd & Whitby Shores)
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Precinct 1:Cranberry and Lynde Marshes continued
Lynde Creek Marsh Deck / Boardwalk Improvements
Lynde Creek Marsh Dock Improvements $137,000
1.6
a) Widen exisiting boardwalk (Lynde Creek)
2.5m + railing 1.2m
b) Boardwalk bumpout 2.5m with bench
Gateway and Wayfinding Markers
1.1 Lynde Shores Conservation Area (LSCA) $40,000
Gateway and Wayfinding Marker
Note: Subject to Wayfinding Study
Gateway Markers (3 - pronged, tall):
a) South entrance Lake Ridge Rd
b) Eastern edge of LSCA
Lynde Shores Conservation Area Gateway $25,000
1.5 Marker
Horizontal Sign:
a) Gateway Marker entrance of LSCA
Educational Signage
1.4 Lynde Creek Marsh Dock Improvements $1,000
b) Interpretive panels (educational signage)
Note: Subject to Victoria St. Improvments (2014-15)
e) Educational signage
a) Secondary trail connection 2.5m granular
Victoria Street West Improvements
Note: Subject to Victoria St. Improvments (2014-15)
b) Landscaped boulevard
c) Benches
d) Pedestrian scale lighting
g) Additional greening where possible (trees)
h) Bicycle racks
Bicycle Parking and Additional Greening
1.3 Halls Road South Waterfront Trail Improvements $1,000
d) Bicycle racks
1.4 Hall Road South Victoria Street Waterfront Trail
Realignment
c) Vegetation plantings $64,000
Subtotal (excluding HST) $744,000 $494,000 $289,000
Total (excluding HST) $1,527,000

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Potential Northern Gateway to

Conservation Area subject to
CLOCA Master Plan
Possible Future
Connection as
Identified in the
Transportation
Master Plan
Connection
Improvements
3
2
ng
rni
ea
eL
3
Portage
tur
Park
Na
Improved
Improved Signage 8
Signage
1 3
2 Planned New

Community Under
Construction
Feasibility and
alignment Subject to
CLOCA Master Plan 4
5
7 Active Recreation
Native Wild Grasses and Shrubs to 6 Uses to be determined
Provide a Natural Buffer and Habitat for Through Hosiptal
Small Insect Eating Birds and Butterflies Master Plan
Secondary Trail Lynde Shores Conservation Area
Improved Connection Educational Opportunities
Recommended Viewing Location New Bird Watching Platform
Victoria Street Pedestrian & Cyclist Gateway
Future Connection to North Conservation Area P Existing Parking
Entrance P Proposed / Improve Parking
Proposed Boulevard Multi-use Path (Cycling Lookout point
North
Connection Improvements Streetscape Improvements
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studies.
Preliminary Costing

2.2 Greenway Nature Learning Area $184,000.00

Improvements
a) WT Whitby Shores Greenway (Havenwood
Place and Lighthouse St) 4m
2.3 Lake Ontario Shoreline Trail Extension and $332,000
Improvements
a) WT Lake Ontario Shoreline (Existing WT &
Lynde Creek Marsh) 6m
2.4 Gordon St Improvements $203,000
a)WT (east of Gordon St.) 6m

Lake Ontario Shoreline Trail Extension and
2.3 Improvements $55,000
a) WT Lake Ontario Shoreline (Existing WT &
Lynde Creek Marsh) 6m
Jeffery Street Improvements
covered in Precinct 1, 1.8 under North
Conservation Area Entrance
Gordon Street Improvements
Gordon St Improvements $134,000
b) Tree Planting (Ontario Shores Centre & Victoria
St)
c) On street parking east side
Neighbourhood Connection Improvements / Improved Signage
Wayfinding signage
Whitby Shores Greenway Nature Learning Area, Educational Opportunities and Viewing Area
2.2 Greenway Nature Learning Area Improvements $24,000

b) Improve Trail Learning Area (educational
signage)
c) 3m bumpout (viewing deck) concrete + bench +
sign
d) Seating
f) Artwork
Secondary Connection Viewing Area
2.3 Lake Ontario Shoreline Trail Extension and $20,000
Improvements
b) 3m wide bumpout (viewing deck)
Active Recreation Uses
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Not included Note: Subject to OSMHS Master Plan

Wayfinding Markers
2.1 Wayfinding Markers $50,000

Note: Subject to Waterfront Parks Signage
Wayfinding Study
a) 2-4 wayfinding marker (3 pronged, short)
2.2 Greenway Nature Learning Area
Improvements
e) Signage (cycle sign) $500
Lake Ontario Shoreline Trail Extension and Improvements Trail Connection
2.3 Lake Ontario Shoreline Trail Extension and

Improvements
$6,000
c) Seating
$192,000
d) Pedestrian scale Lighting
e) Bicycle racks $2,000
Future Trail North - South Connection
N-S connection on Gordon Street (Victoria St. to
2* Highway 401) 2.5m $60,000
Subtotal (excluding HST) $415,000 $595,500 $252,000

Notes:
* beside the the Item number indicates the item is mentioned on the Precinct map.
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Precinct 3: Port Whitby Community
Future Connection
as Identified in
the Transportation
Master Plan
Iroquois Park Improved

Sports Centre, Connection
Abilities Centre
and Station Arts Improved
Gallary Connction
Relocating
and
reconfiguring
and fields
1 3 5
2
6 Front Street
Trail 7 Enhanced
Native Overflow Crossing
Shrubs and Space
Nesting
Boxes Parking Lot
Expansion
4 PSW Protection
Area with board
walk Trail
Park
Expansion
Waterfront Trail (Improved) Improved Connection

Secondary Trail Existing Natural Drainage Channel
Recommended Viewing Location P Existing Parking
Victoria Street P Proposed / Improve Parking
Proposed Boulevard Multi-use Path (Cycling Precinct Boundary
Proposed Trail / Walkway Streetscape Improvements North
(Cycling and Leisure Master Plan)

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future studies.
Precinct 3: Port Whitby
Preliminary Costing

3.4 Victoria Park Improvements (Victoria Fields) $166,000

Note: Subject to Park Master Plan
a) WT (between Gordon to Watson) 6m
3.7 Marina Area Improvements $180,000
Note: May be subject to Park Master Plan
a) WT (along Watson and Charles) 6m
3* Waterfront Trail $119,000
Widen WT (parallel - Front St and Water St) 6m
West Harbour Area and Gordon Street Secondary Trail

Port Whitby Harbour Multi-use Trail Extension $211,000
3.5
a) Secondary Trail Western Edge Port Whitby
Harbour (South of Gordon Fields & East of Gordon
St.) - asphalt 4m
b) 3m bumpout - viewing deck
c) Seating
d) Bicycle racks
e) trees/plantings
Brookfield Site Secondary Trail

3* Secondary Trail Brookfield Site
Secondary Trail 3m asphalt
site subject to redevelopment (no cost)
Victoria Park Improvements
3.4 Victoria Park Improvements (Victoria Fields) $7,761,000

b) Secondary Trail (granular)
c) Plantings
d) Active play area, skating, splash pad, warming
huts
e) Events area
f) Park Maintenance facility
g) Munlti-use fields
h) Parking
i) Pedestrian scale lighting
j) Bicycle racks
Iroquois Beach Improvements
3.3 Iroquois Beach Secondary Trail Improvements $60,000
(Gordon St, at the Ontario Shores Centre) asphalt
4m
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Iroquois Beach Improvements
3.6 Iroquois Beach Improvements $2,012,000

Note: May be subject to Park Master Plan
b) Secondary Trails
c) Expanded and Improved Parking lot
d) Washroom/Changeroom Facilities
e) Buffer Plantings
f) Picnic Area (Picnic Shelter)
g) Intrepretive sign (educational signage)
h) Bicycle Racks
Marina-Related Commercial Uses
3.7 Marina Area Improvements

Note: May be subject to Business Plan
c) New Commercial uses (no cost)
Marina Area Improvements
3.7 Marina Area Improvements $271,000
Note: May be subject to Business Plan
b) Secondary Trail (in Marina) 3m
d) Buffer plantings
e) Improved existing parking
f) Improved node main street entry
g) Public Art (Watson)
h) Signage
i) Bicycle Racks
Wayfinding Markers
3.1 Wayfinding Markers $63,000
Wayfinding Study
2-5, wayfinding markers (3 pronged, short)
PSW Protection Area Boardwalks
3.2 PSW Protection Area Boardwalks
Boardwalk (Gordon St & Whitby Yacht Club) 2.5m
+ railing
Watson Street Improvements

3.8 Watson Street Improvements $221,000
Note: Planning Department, subject to
redevelopment
a) Main Street - Watson St. (Victoria Fields & Brock
St. )
b) Sidewalk - north and south side
c) Planter boxes - trees low lying vegetation, (3x6) $198,000
spacing 4m
d) Seating
e) Bicycle Racks
f) On Street parallel parking
g) Pedestrian scale lighting
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Charles Street Improvements
3.9 Charles Street Improvements $60,000

a) Main Street - Charles (between Waston &
Front)
b) Trees/plantings
c) Street parking west side of Charles
d) Pedestrian scale lighting
Front Street West Improvements
3* a) Main Street Front St. W (Sea Cadets Building $311,000
& Brock St S.)
b) Secondary Trail - Front St W (south) asphalt 4m
c) Side walk - north side $162,000
d) Planter boxes - trees low lying vegetation
e) Seating
f) Bicycle racks
g) On street parallel parking (North)
Subtotal (excluding HST) $346,000 $11,185,500 $252,000

Notes:
Excluded Items:
Relocated sea cadets building

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Reconfigured
Street
1
4 Driveway /
Loading Parking
2 Street-oriented
Commerical
5 Building
Pumphouse Improvements 6
Fence Improvement 9
7 8
New or Renovated Event Centre,
Restaurant and Accessible WC
10
Shoreline Enhancements to
Support Native Plants, Wading

Birds and Turtles
Waterfront Trail (Improved) P Existing Parking

Secondary Trail P Proposed / Improve Parking
Recommended Viewing Location Streetscape Improvements
Victoria Street Cross-section
Proposed Boulevard Multi-use Path (Cycling Detailed Design Area
and Leisure Master Plan) Precinct Boundary
Proposed On-Road Bikeway New Destination
(Cycling and Leisure Master Plan) Reconigured Street
North
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future studies.
Preliminary Costing


4* Waterfront Trail (map) (1) $360,000
Widened to 6m
Harbour Street Reconfiguration / Spur Line Secondary Trail Connections
Harbour St/Spur Line Trail Extension (map) $231,000
4.1 (3)
a) Secondary Trail Explansion 4m
Water Street Improvements
Water Street Improvements
4.2 $493,000
Note: Subject to Planning and Development, Com.
building subject to business plan
a) Trees
c) Sidewalk - north and south side
Water Street Parking Areas
4* Proposed surface Parking (map)(4) $150,000
c) South Blair Street
Rotary Sunrise Lake Park Viewing Area
4* Rotary Sunrise Lake Park $60,000
Viewing area (gazebo/pavillo/etc.)

Pumphouse / Fence Improvements
4.5 Pumphouse $75,000

Improve pumphouse/cultural feature
Special Events Centre
Kiwanis Heydenshore Improvements and
4.3 Extension $4,000,000
Note: Subject to Park Master Plan (Park
Development)
b) Special Events Centre SEC
d) Parking
Water Street Commercial Uses
4.2 Water St Improvements

Note: Subject to Planning and Development
Department.
Commercial building subject to business plan
b) 2 storey commercial building (north side)
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Kiwanis Haydenshore Park
4.3 Kiwanis Heydenshore Improvements and $4,035,000

Extension
Note: Subject to Park Master Plan (Park
Development)
a) BBQ area (map)(6)
c) Washrooms
e) Fields
f) Off Leash Dog Park
g) Beach Volleyball
Wayfinding Markers
Wayfinding Markers
4.4 $13,000
Wayfinding Study
a) Pringle Creek (3 pronged, short)
Waterfront Trail Lighting
4* Waterfront Trail Lighting $208,000

Pedestrian scale lighting
Improve Parking Areas
4* Proposed surface Parking (map)(4) $80,000
a) Incoporate pedestrian walkways in parking
lots
b) Tree plantings
d) Improved existing parking
Subtotal (excluding HST) $5,193,000 $4,335,000 $261,000

Notes:
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Precinct 5: (Former) Dupont and Gerdau Shoreline
Future Crossing
Future Victoria
Street Alignment
(Transportation
Master Plan)
Future Go Transit
Maintenance Facility
(GO Transit EA)
Potential New Sports

Fields
Kiwanis
Heydenshore

Park
2
6
Nesting Boxes
Bird Counts at
3 Viewing Areas
1
Improve Visual
Waterfront Trail (Improved) Quality of Berms
Secondary Trail
Victoria Street 4 Explore public art
Proposed Boulevard Multi-use Path (Cycling 7 5 opportunities
Precinct Boundary
Connection Improvements
P Proposed / Improve Parking North
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future studies.
Precinct 5: Dupont and Gerdau Shoreline
Preliminary Costing

5* Waterfront Trail Improvement (map) $645,000.00

Widened to 6m (Blair St S to Thickson Rd)

Thickson Rd Secondary Trail $277,000.00
5.2
Asphalt 4m
Improved Connections / Alignments
5* Victoria St Realigned (map) $208,000.00
Multi-use Bicycle path (CLTP) 2.5m
New Parking Areas
5* New Parking Lots (map)(5.1)
b) Thickson Rd S $30,000.00
Educational Features and Viewing Areas with Bird Counts
5.2 New Viewing Area (map)(5)(7) $169,000.00
a) Trail near waters edge (map)(7) 4m
b) Public Art
c) Education signage
d) Viewing Area (gazebo/pavillo/etc.)(map)(5)
5* Lookout points (map)(4) $153,000.00
a) Enhance
b) Install
Berm Visual Quality Improvements (Surrounding area)
5* Naturalize (map)(1) $26,000.00

a) Native Plantings
b) Enhance views
Wayfinding Markers
Wayfinding Markers (map)(3)
5.1 $38,000.00
2-3, (3 pronged, short)
Subtotal (excluding HST) $675,000.00 $568,000.00 $303,000.00
Total (excluding HST) $1,546,000.00

Notes:
Excluded Items:
Heydenshore is estimated in Precinct 4.
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Future Connection
as Identified in the
Transportation Master
Plan

Bridge
Improvements Thickson
Woods
1
Existing Bird
Watching
Corbett Creek
Marsh 8
3 6
Naturalized Area to
Minimize Access to Marsh 5
7
Relocated Memorial 9
Garden Intrepid
Educational Opportunities on Corbett Park
Creek Marsh, Bird Watching
4
Secondary Trail
Precinct Boundary North
New Destination
Victoria Street
Proposed Boulevard Multi-use Path (Cycling
Pedestrian and Cyclist Gateway Marker P Proposed / Improve Parking
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Cross-section
future studies.
Preliminary Costing

6.1 Waterfront Trail Improvements

Thickson Rd S & Boundary Rd 4m $350,000.00
Secondary Trail & Tertiary Trail Connection

Future Trail Connection (map) $40,000.00
6*
a) Future Trail North-South (Waterfront Trail to
Wentworth St) Asphalt 2.5m
b) Future Trail North-South (Waterfront Trail to
McEwan) Asphalt 2.5m
c)Future Trail (Waterfront Trail from south of bridge $46,000.00
to Wentworth St) Asphalt 2.5m
Trail Bridge Improvements
Trail Bridge Improvements $90,000.00
6.2
a) Multi-use bridge (east of Waste Treatment
Facility) 4m wood bridge + 1.2m railing
Thickson Road Viewing Area
6* Recommended View (map) $26,000.00

a) Thickson Rd S - 3m bumpout - viewing deck
(wooden+seating+sign)
Interpid Park Improvements
6.3 Intrepid Park Improvements $2,049,000.00
a) Memorial garden
b) Parking
c) Educational signage
d) Picinc area
e) Viewing area (bumpout viewing deck (wood)
f) Secondary paths
g) Informal trail (wood chip 2.5m)
h) Bicycle racks
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Gateway and Wayfinding Marker
Intrepid Park Gateway and Wayfinding Marker $20,000.00
6.4
a) Boundry Rd S & Waterfront Trail (3 prong
marker, tall)
Subtotal (excluding HST) $0.00 $110,000.00 $2,511,000.00

Notes:
8.1 Order of Magnitude Costing
Summary
Preliminary Costing
Prepared By: Brook Mcllroy Inc.
April 5, 2013
Total
Precinct 1: Cranberry and Lynde Marshes $1,527,000.00
Precinct 2: Lynde Shores $1,262,500.00
Precinct 3: Port Whitby Community $12,175,000.00
Precinct 4: Pringle Creek $9,789,000.00
Precinct 5: Dupont and Gerdau Shoreline $1,546,000.00
Precinct 6: Corbett Creek Marsh $2,621,000.00
Notes:
- Estimate exclusive of HST.
- Estimate is based on concept plan and all prices are subject to revision based on final
landscape plans, selection of materials, etc.
- Estimate exclusive of permit costs and coordination costs for required permits.
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8.2 Detailed Order of Magnitude Costing
Summary
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Total
Precinct 1: $744,000.00 $494,000.00 $289,000.00 $1,527,000.00
Cranberry and
Lynde Marshes
Precinct 2: $415,000.00 $595,500.00 $252,000.00 $1,262,500.00

Lynde Shores
Precinct 3: $346,000.00 $11,185,000.00 $644,000.00 $12,175,000.00

Port Whitby
Community
Precinct 4: $5,193,000.00 $4,335,000.00 $261,000.00 $9,789,000.00

Pringle Creek
Precinct 5: $675,000.00 $568,000.00 $303,000.00 $1,546,000.00

Dupont and
Gerdau Shoreline

Precinct 6: $0.00 $110,000.00 $2,511,000.00 $2,621,000.00
Corbett Creek
Marsh
Total $7,373,000.00 $17,287,500.00 $4,260,000.00 $28,920,500.00

(excluding HST)
Notes:
- Estimate exclusive of HST.
- Estimate is based on concept plan and all prices are subject to revision based on final landscape
plans, selection of materials, etc.
- Estimate exclusive of permit costs and coordination costs for required permits.
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Waterfront Parks and

Waterfront Master Plan Study Overview i

high level, overall waterfront concept.

Brook McIlroy Inc., SENES Consultants Ltd., and Ipsos Reid

Shores Conservation Area. the Lynde Shores Conservation Area.

Brook McIlroy Inc., SENES Consultants Ltd., and Ipsos Reid

Phase Two Implementation

Phase Three Implementation

1.1 Study Area

Aerial image highlighting the boundaries of the study area.

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Wayfinding signage within the Lynde Shores

Kiwanis Heydenshore Park within the Pringle

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Camp X memorial within Corbett Creek Marsh

View of Lynde Creek Marsh from viewing

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New Passive Waterfront Park

Existing Natural Area

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Aerial view of the Whitby waterfront.

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North 0 200 400 600 m

Existing Natural Areas Provincially Water Precinct

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Lynde Shores Conservation Area Waterfront Trail (Improved)

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improvements should ensure the preservation

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STEEL OR WOOD PANEL

Lynde Shores Conservation Area

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Potential Northern Gateway to

Small Insect Eating Birds and Butterflies Master Plan

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Portions of Seaboard Gate and Jeffery Street, on Whitby Community.

Surface materials could be enhanced to

The Waterfront Trail could be enhanced, and

Lynde Marsh. Port Whitby Marina.

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Iroquois Park Improved

Native Trail 7 Enhanced

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Waterfront Trail (Improved) Improved Connection

(Cycling and Leisure Master Plan)

Waterfront Trail Improvements - Whitby Yacht Club to Iroquois beach. Portions of

6 metre multi-use trail is proposed along the West.

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could be enhanced to promote important views opportunities for landscaping, recommended

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Improved Existing Parking

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Existing Land Uses

Marina Improved as Main

Open Lawn Area

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Support Native Plants, Wading

Waterfront Trail (Improved) P Existing Parking