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Streetcars are scheduled to return at approximately 3pm on Saturday, July 19.

A sincere thank-you to  Riverside BIA members , residents and visitors for your patience and support throughout the  Queen/Broadview TTC construction to make important improvements to our infrastruction.  This afternoon, the BIA received the following  notice from the TTC: 

TTC Queen streetcars resume regular routing Saturday July 19th

The Toronto Transit Commission has completed streetcar track upgrades at Queen St. E. and Broadview Ave. one week earlier than scheduled. As a result, all Queen streetcars (501, 301, 502 and 503 routes) will return to regular routing on Saturday, July 19 at approximately 3 p.m. This is the last of three major intersection closures on Queen St. E. during the past two months, with infrastructure and track upgrades having been previously completed at Victoria and Leslie Sts.

The TTC thanks all of its customers, as well as businesses and residents in Riverside and Leslieville, for their patience during this construction period. Investment in infrastructure is critically important in keeping the TTC moving.

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Below is a photo of City crew working with world renowned artist – Eldon Garnet – installing his art on the NW sidewalk of Queen/Broadview.  This artwork has been re-installed after the sidewalk and TTC Track Repair work.  It is one of the finishing touches that need to be done before the intersection can be opened.

The Riverside BIA thanks the TTC, the City of Toronto and Councillor Fletcher’s office for their speedy work and cooperation.  We can’t wait for the new streetcars!!

During construction, the Riverside BIA has been hosting a series of event each weekend, and a customer loyalty program rewarding customers with a Free Riverside Mug or T-shirt with purchase.   This weekend’s events include an Outdoor Fashion Event and a Free Historical Walk.  For details click here

Riverside History Walk

Outdoor Fashion Party in Riverside – Fashion Truck

For more details on the Riverside Summer Loyalty  Promotion – visit here

Free Riverside Mug – with Purchase

Limited Edition Riverside TShirt – Free with Purchase

Riverside has another busy weekend ahead, with an Outdoor Fashion Party at 807 Queen Street East hosted by Fashion Truck, Desmond & Beatrice Bakeshop and Nell & Natasha on Saturday and Sunday. On Sunday at 1pm there’s a free Historical Walk outside 765 Queen Street East. An in the spirit of keeping you looking great, Here & Now is having a huge Summer BLOW OUT sale and Bergström Originals at 781 Queen Street East is giving away a free scarf with purchase over $75. Plus, for the month of July get a free mug when you spend over $100 and a free t-shirt when you spend over $200 in 2 Riverside Businesses.

Be sure to check out all the other great Summer promotions HERE

Riverside ArtFEST will feature one of the favorite summer activities for a kid which is playing with sidewalk chalk. From drawing pictures to playing games, it’s a great way to keep them entertained during the summer, get them active outdoors, and challenge their creativity. They can explore Self portraits to Hopscotch to Tic-Tac-Toe… the list is endless. Come and put your mark on Riverside!!! This will be happening by the PATCH and Mural installations.

Double Bubble @ 1-3pm will feature Bubble painting which is a fascinating crafty activity for kids, which produces different results every time. Your child is sure to have fun, and will create some beautiful cards, and prints to decorate their bedroom too! Let their imagination run wild and Viola!!! …a memorable piece of art is created. Adults can also tap into the kid within and have fun.

This fun workshop will be led by Janet Potter in collaboration with the Artists’ Network. Donations are welcomed; and all proceeds go the Woodgreen Community Shelter.