Fairbank Neighbourhood

Overview:
Fairbank Neighbourhood

Location

Fairbank is a neighbourhood located in Toronto, formerly known as the City of York. The neighbourhood is bordered in the north by Eglinton Ave. W., the Canadian National Railway line in the west, St. Clair Ave. W. and Earlscourt in the south and Dufferin St. in the east.

Transportation

Street Cars, Subway Stations & Go Train

Public transportation is a breeze for those who live in Fairbank. Toronto street cars and subway stations run throughout the neighbourhood. The following subway stations are in Fairbank:

Eglinton West subway station is located just outside of Fairbank

Highways

Highway 401
Allen Rd (better known as 'the Allen')

Parking

Suburban-like parking lots with available parking
Free parking at most day-to-day locations with the exception of a few

Hospital

Humber River Hospital is located just outside of Fairbank. Humber River Hospital is known for being North America's first fully digital hospital, allowing them to provide exceptional and fast service.

Schools

Many elementary and high schools
York University is located just outside of Glen Park in Downsview
University of Toronto is a short subway ride away

Recreation

Parks

The Fairbank neighbourhood is filled with green space, including:

Bert Robinson Park
Charles Caccia Park
Eglinton-Gilbert Parkette
Greenhills Park
Haverson Park
Marble Hill Parkette

Shops, Restaurants & more

The neighbourhood caters to various ethnic communities and various resident types. There are many different types of grocery stores, restaurants and shops in the neighbourhood. A few recreational staples are: