THE VISION
What began as a former airport is becoming a new urban heart for Toronto. YZD is a rare city-building opportunity, where homes, jobs, parks, and public life will grow from the ground up. YZD will redefine what it means to live in a city that prioritizes quality of life.
Anchored in creativity, and play, public art, and iconic special events, YZD's programming brings the city's most creative minds together to create rich experiences for everyone.
From artists and performers to neighbours and newcomers, YZD is being shaped by the people who will live, work, and visit here – with more than 80,000 individuals already helping shape that conversation.
Over the next 30 years, several distinct yet connected neighbourhoods will take shape, with homes, workplaces, parks, and vibrant public spaces designed to meet the needs of today and tomorrow.
From job training and scholarships to local procurement and Indigenous economic partnerships, YZD is committed to ensuring that growth here is shared, visible, and built to last.
This mixed-use destination, comprised of several distinct and vibrant neighbourhoods, will be developed in phases over the coming decades. Creating thousands of homes, parks, cultural spaces and places of work. Connected by the reimagined Runway, an iconic new pedestrian space unlike anything else in Toronto.
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The decisions we make today will define how tens of thousands of Torontonians will live, work and connect in this part of the city for decades to come. This is a generational opportunity and getting it right is no small task. At YZD, we’re building with the long view – learning from the best and always looking ahead to build something that lasts.
Northcrest Developments is leading the transformation of YZD, working with partners and neighbours to turn this land into one of North America's liveliest, healthiest and most enduring communities.
Whether you're a business looking to plant roots, a creative partner, or curious about what's possible at YZD – we'd love to hear from you. Reach out to explore leasing opportunities and more.
