As Vaughan’s population and travel needs grow, TDM will be increasingly necessary to promote efficient movement. A variety of TDM strategies at a number of scales, ranging from building-specific efforts to regional initiatives such as the successful Smart Commute program will assist in reducing single-occupant vehicle travel and congestion.
The following are a few examples of TDM measures:
Transportation is the single largest source of air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions in Canada and anyone can help reduce their harmful effects by choosing sustainable transportation over car use. Transportation accounts for about 25 percent of total emissions, and Environment Canada has estimated that for every 2,000 litres of gasoline consumed, the average car produces 4,720 kg of carbon dioxide, 186.6 kg of carbon monoxide, 28 kg of volatile organic compounds and 25.6 kg of nitrogen oxides.
What is a stormwater management facility?
Stormwater management facilities include wet ponds, dry ponds, wetlands, underground storage chambers and other stormwater infrastructure implemented to drain stormwater runoff.
A stormwater management facility reduces volume, flow rates and pollutants from stormwater runoff.
The City of Vaughan is undertaking important municipal infrastructure improvements in the Old Maple area, including watermain replacement, drainage improvements, storm sewer enhancements and road reconstruction work. These enhancements support the City’s continued commitment to ensuring long-term sustainability of municipal infrastructure.
Kleinburg Village Improvements continue!
We’re working to improve Kleinburg Village – and construction will resume this spring to bring roadway and streetscaping enhancements, new cycle paths (outside the village core) and more to the area.
The City of Vaughan is pleased to officially reopen Gallanough Park for the Ward 5 community to enjoy!
In addition to supporting the achievement of various corporate objectives and strategic initiatives, Legal Services also advises internal stakeholders on matters related to litigation, planning, real estate and development, procurement, labour and employment, by-law, construction, prosecution, corporate risk management and municipal law.
Service areas include:
Keele Street Multi-use Pathway
An accessible multi-use pathway has been constructed along Keele Street, extending from Teston Road to Kirby Road. Located at the gateway to North Maple Regional Park (11067 Keele St.), the City’s signature 900-acre park, it enables residents and visitors access to the park and trail network. The pathway was substantially completed in August 2023 and work around the intersection of Keele Street and Vaughan CARES Way will be completed in 2024.
