We are delighted to be part of the team winning the Ookwemin Minising project in Toronto!
GHD, a leading global professional services company, and SLA, a renowned Danish nature-based design studio, have been awarded the role of prime consultant by Waterfront Toronto for phase one of infrastructure and streetscape design for a new island community. Formerly known as Villiers Island, Ookwemin Minising is a new island born from one of the world’s most ambitious flood protection and river restoration projects. A historic gathering place, the Don River will be at the heart of this future community. Planned to be home to more than 15,000 people, the island will also be a destination where people will visit to relax and explore. The first new residents of this island community are expected to move in by 2031.
The project will be brought to life by a group of industry-leading consultants, including:
• GHD (prime consultant): Engineering design services, planning services, environmental services and construction administration
• SLA: Design lead for urban realm and landscape
• Trophic Design: Co-designer with SLA for Indigenous landscape design and knowledge
• Transsolar: Sustainability and low-carbon infrastructure systems
• Monumental Projects: Public engagement and community outreach
• Level Playing Field: Accessibility services
• Allies and Morrison: Architectural lead
The team brings significant experience from landmark Toronto projects including Downsview Framework Plan, Quayside, David Crombie Park revitalization, Alexandra Park Revitalization and Toronto Water and Transportation Improvements Program. Internationally, the team's design experience ranges from London projects like King's Cross, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London's Southbank and the Earls Court Masterplan, to Sankt Kjelds Climate Square in Copenhagen, Abu Dhabi's Al Fay Park and the Bjørvika Harbour Revitalization in Oslo.