A landmark cultural, recreational, and social hub designed to serve the Tamil community in the Greater Toronto Area. Located on 4.11 acres at 251 Staines Road.
State-of-the-art auditorium for cultural events, performances, and community gatherings.
Full gymnasium, indoor track, and recreational spaces for sports and fitness activities.
Meeting rooms, cultural spaces, and areas designed for community engagement and learning.
In April 2019, TCC began discussions with the City of Toronto and CreateTO, the City's real estate agency, to identify a suitable site for the project. In October 2020, Toronto City Council voted unanimously in support of 251 Staines Road as the future site of the TCC. At 16,722 square metres or 4.13 acres, the land is valued at approximately $25 million. The land is centrally located in relation to the highest concentration of Tamil residents in the GTA. A land lease was finalized between the City and TCC in 2021 with annual rent of $1 dollar plus HST.
In July 2021, the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario announced $26.3 million in funding for the construction of the Tamil Community Centre. This funding is provided through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. The remaining costs of construction will be fundraised by the Tamil community.
Our consultant team is an exceptional group with extensive experience in the development of institutional uses and are recognized leaders in their field.
They were selected through a fair and competitive RFP process, assessed against key criteria including cost, team experience, and proven track record.
Their collective expertise brings both strategy and technical depth to the project. We're confident they bring the right balance of technical requirements and creativity to include Tamil heritage in every aspect of the design and functionality of the future community centre.
Project Manager
Architecture, Landscape, Interior Design
Prime Consultant
Stormwater Management
Municipal Approvals
Electrical
Sustainability
Commissioning
Building Envelope
Traffic
Public Art
Natural Heritage
Fire Safety
Q1 2025 - Q2 2026
Mid 2026
Q4 2026 - Q3 2028
November 2026
September 2028
Q1 2025 - Q2 2026
Site plan approval, municipal consultations, and pre-construction planning.
Mid 2026
Contractor selection through competitive bidding process.
Q4 2026 - Q3 2028
21 Month Construction project execution.
November 2026
Official groundbreaking and start of construction.
September 2028
Project completion and grand opening.
