Each year the Annex Gleaner reviews the many parks and parkettes in our coverage area using a variety of criteria. While there is no decisive “winner” of the grading, letter grades are assigned to convey the quality of the parks, considering aspects such as upkeep, design, and amenities. The reviews accompanying the grades also let the reader know what makes each space unique. This is the second instalment of reviews for 2025.
GRADING OUR GREENSPACE: How do our parks measure up? (Aug. 2025)
September 29th, 2025 · Comments Off on GRADING OUR GREENSPACE: How do our parks measure up? (Aug. 2025)
GRADING OUR GREENSPACE: Annex parks’ report card (Dec. 2024)
December 16th, 2024 · Comments Off on GRADING OUR GREENSPACE: Annex parks’ report card (Dec. 2024)
Each year the Annex Gleaner reviews the many parks and parkettes in our coverage area using a variety of criteria.
GRADING OUR GREENSPACE (July 2021)
August 16th, 2021 · Comments Off on GRADING OUR GREENSPACE (July 2021)
The improving pandemic situation has led to some of the parks that were locked up last year to be set free again. Huron Washington Parkette and Margaret Fairley Park have been restored to their former glory. But, neglect and lack of resources have persisted in others like Sally Bird Park and Euclid Avenue Parkette.
GRADING OUR GREENSPACE: Grading the green (August 2020)
September 9th, 2020 · 1 Comment
In this year’s installment of evaluating park spaces within the Gleaner’s catchment area, our observers noted the impressive revival of Queen’s Park North showing what a great city can do when it focuses its imagination and resources. The neglected Euclid Avenue Park, near Koreatown, shows what happens when these resources are withheld. Compiled by Mary An, Tanya Ielyseieva, and Nicole Stoffman.
GRADING OUR GREENSPACE: Open spaces in the heart of the Annex (Summer 2019)
July 16th, 2019 · Comments Off on GRADING OUR GREENSPACE: Open spaces in the heart of the Annex (Summer 2019)
Lots of places for ambling with a dog, playing sports, or watching the world go by This is our first set of park reviews for 2019. The Annex and its surroundings are blessed with a rich array of green space — much of it under the umbrella of city parks. We grade them here, every year […]
NEWS: Huron-Washingon Parkette relocates while UTS expands (Spring 2019)
April 23rd, 2019 · Comments Off on NEWS: Huron-Washingon Parkette relocates while UTS expands (Spring 2019)
Concerns expressed about future of playspace By Ahmed Hagar In December Councillor Mike Layton announced the closure of the Huron-Washington Parkette to residents on his website, stating that it will be moved from 420 Huron St. and relocated to 406 Huron St. The parkette is now closed, but concerned residents are being assured that this […]
GRADING OUR GREENSPACE: More attention to green spaces means parks are improving (July 2018)
July 18th, 2018 · Comments Off on GRADING OUR GREENSPACE: More attention to green spaces means parks are improving (July 2018)
Annual review highlights spots for a picnic, spots for strolling, spots for playing Our annual review of the green spaces in the Annex is one of our most popular features. This year’s inspection reveals that a local focus on green spaces has yielded parks that, for the most part, are cleaner and better maintained. There’s […]
GRADING OUR GREENSPACE (JUNE 2017): Survey reveals significant upgrades
June 30th, 2017 · Comments Off on GRADING OUR GREENSPACE (JUNE 2017): Survey reveals significant upgrades
Some parks still suffer from litter and disrepair Grading our Greenspace returns this month in the first of a three-part series. For this popular feature, we assess many of the parks in and surrounding the Annex considering factors like functionality, safety, cleanliness, seating, and shade. As in past years, our grades are widely varied: after […]