Our Greenway is a community group helping people in northwest Toronto get around more easily by building better, accessible pathways.
By focusing on creating accessible, practical routes and programs, we help residents, local businesses, and community leaders connect and move safely, whether it’s for work, school, or leisure.
We believe that improving mobility goes beyond building new infrastructure; it means supporting communities with the tools they need to shape their neighbourhoods through hands-on programs, research, and advocacy.
Our Impact
1000+ Cycling Without Age
rides enjoyed in Toronto's Downsview Park!
Two-year Cargo Bike Showcase taken to
20+ communities across Toronto!
10+ research reports and briefs
on mobility, parks, markets, public space and placemaking
2023 North American Cargo Bike Conference
held with Fully Charged Live! in Vancouver
Why a Greenway?
Unlock Community Spaces
A greenway transforms neglected areas into vibrant parkettes that bring people together for markets, events, and daily connection.
Make Travel Safer and More Comfortable
A greenway creates wide, protected paths for everyone, making local trips safer for families, businesses, and emergency services.
Protect Our Neighbourhoods from Flooding
A greenway uses green infrastructure like raingardens to reduce flood risk and build climate resilience for homes and streets.
Strengthen Local Wellbeing and Opportunity
A greenway fights social isolation, supports mental health, and gives local businesses and young entrepreneurs new ways to grow and connect.
Our Story
Our Greenway Founded
Frustrated by the lack of mobility options around North York and Etobicoke, Darnel Harris launches Our Greenway, spurred from the City Institute at York University
Greenway Blueprint Presented to the City of Toronto
Submitted a blueprint in response to City Council motion IE 14.17, outlining a community-led Mobility Greenway to expand low-carbon mobility in northwest Toronto.
Cycling Without Age Launches
Our Greenway and Toronto Council on Aging launched Cycling Without Age at Downsview Park, offering free trishaw rides to seniors and families.
NACBC Roundtable & Workshop
Our Greenway hosted the North American Cargo Bike Conference - Industry Roundtable & Workshop at Fully Charged Live Vancouver, bringing together leaders to discuss the future of cargo bikes in North America.
UofT E-Cargo Cycle Pilot
Researching a multi-year e-cargo cycle pilot with the University of Toronto, using surveys and demonstrations to reveal opportunities and barriers for widespread adoption.
A better Finch West is possible, with your support
Since 2018, Our Greenway has led impact from coast-to-coast. We are proudly non-profit, and largely rely on public support to provide our groundbreaking programming and applied research.
Image: community members discuss with then-Mayor John Tory about mobility improvements
