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 311 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.
4.11
acres of land at 311 Staines Road
Funding
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 through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. The remaining costs of construction will be fundraised by the Tamil community.
$26.3M
in government funding
Proposed Site Plan (subject to fundraising achievement).
Proposed Floor Plan - First Floor (subject to fundraising achievement).
Proposed Floor Plan - Second Floor (subject to fundraising achievement).
Next Steps
and Milestones
Next Steps
1
February - June 2024
Feasibility & Design
Take drawings from Pre-Design to Schematics ready
2
March - June 2024
Engagement
Re-engage 150 organizations and collect feedback on program spaces
Engage Broader Tamil community
3
August - October 2024
Finalize Design and Site Plan
Engage all consultants and prepare drawings for submission to city ZBA, SPA
4
January - December 2025
Planning Approvals
City reviews and approves ZBA/SPA
5
December 2025 - February 2026
Tendering Process
Draft release, and secure contractor through RFP process
6
March 2026
Construction
Site construction begins in March 2026
If you are interested in being
a Committee Volunteer
Please fill out the application below by Feb 23, 2024. If you know someone who would be a great Committee Member, send us their names and contact information to the email by Feb 23, 2024.
