The new small park at 51 Sussex Avenue is finally taking shape! The idea began in 2017 under former City Councillor Joe Cressy, with Sue Dexter leading efforts by HVRA. The aim was to provide green space on the north side of the tall apartment building at 666 Spadina along with an 11-story infill building on its south side at 664 Spadina. (The infill building is now completed and people are living there.) Then, still years ago, the City asked local residents to view and respond to initial landscaping plans for the park.
And now — given the HVRA’s help in making the park happen — we are asked to coordinate a naming selection campaign. HVRA is currently taking suggestions from members of the community.
Please fill out this survey by Sat. Aug. 15, 2026 to suggest a name. A local committee will evaluate the suggestions and provide a small subset of options for a second poll later in August.
This is what the park space looks like in early August 2026. It needs an update!
