FAQ & Answers >> FAQ: Course & Post-Race >> Road Closures: Lakeshore East
On September 27th, 2009 you will be amazed and inspired by 16,000 dreamers…
Every participant in the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon, Half Marathon and 5k has a dream of reaching the finish line.
APPLAUD
Over 16,000 runners from more than 41 countries will cross our finish line, making a multi-million dollar impact on our city in the process. Last year the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon raised over $1.4M for 65 Toronto charities—including the Alzheimer Society and the Mon Sheong Foundation. This year our goal is $1.5M! With your support, we can make it happen!
We work closely with the City, Police, TTC, and City Councillors to minimize disruptions and inconveniences for Toronto residents on September 27th. Please read below to learn of closures and detours in your neighbourhood and share this information with your residents and customers.
More importantly, come out and support the 16,000 dreamers in the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon!
CHEER
Visit the Neighbourhood Entertainment Centre (NCE) in YOUR Neighbourhood
- Lakeshore & Don Roadway
- 500 Commissioners Street, at Toronto Hydro
- Lakeshore Blvd & Leslie Street
- The Beaches — Lakeshore Blvd & Coxwell Avenue
On the morning of the 27th, a team of celebrity judges will determine which of the neighbourhoods along our course has the best Cheering and Entertainment Centre. The best centre will be judged by how many people are out cheering, the quality of entertainment and the atmosphere. The three winning neighbourhoods will be awarded $6,000, $3,000 and $2,000 for their official charity! Help them win! Come out and cheer on September 27th.
East End Road Closures
during the annual
Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon,
Half Marathon and 5k on September 27th, 2009
Access:
- For Ashbridge's Bay and the Boardwalk Pub: Head south on Coxwell Ave. or Northern Dancer Blvd., cross at Lakeshore Blvd.
- For downtown: take Queen St. or Eastern Ave. west. However, if heading west of Church St. traffic must head north on Church St. to at least Dundas St. before continuing west.
- For Gardiner & DVP north: Head west on Lakeshore Blvd. at Leslie St. to Gardiner and DVP ramps. Lakeshore Blvd. from Leslie to Don Roadway open ALL DAY (for DVP access).
- Unwin sailing clubs, etc.: take Lakeshore Blvd to Leslie St, south ton Leslie St. to Commissioners Rd., west on Commissioners Rd. to Cherry St., south on Cherry St. to Unwin Ave. Shuttle provided at Bailey Bridge for Marina access.
Closures:
Road closures for the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon include, but are not limited to:
- Sunday, September 27th: Lakeshore Blvd. from Windermere Ave. to Don Roadway (6am – 11am west of Bay Street / 6am to 1pm East of Bay Street). Open from Leslie St. to Don Roadway ALL DAY (for DVP access).
- Sunday, September 27th (7am–2pm): Commissioners Rd EASTBOUND lanes from Don Roadway to Leslie St.
- Sunday, September 27th (7am–2pm): Leslie St. from Commissioner's Rd. to Unwin Ave.
Note: Paid-duty police will be at all major intersections to safely direct traffic around and through gaps in the runners (i.e. crossing through Lakeshore). Expect some delays.
