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A Visioning Strategy for Bronte Village SEPTEMBER 2021
Bronte Forward! Vision
Executive Summary
Home to over 16,000 residents, 173 businesses, and of the BIA. However, the ideas captured here do not
a stunning recreational harbour, Bronte Village is belong to the BIA; they belong to the community
both an attractive destination for visitors and a place that created them.
more people want to call home. Spurred by the
designation as an Intensification Area in the Town of This document comprises the results of community
Oakville’s Livable Oakville Plan, the community has engagement activities conducted by project
welcomed 1,000 new residents moving into The partners 8 80 Cities, including an online survey,
Village rentals in June 2021. Additional community one-on-one interviews, focus groups, community
growth is afoot, and the Bronte BIA took this workshops, social media engagement and print
opportunity to lead the creation of a space for outreach. The compiled quantitative data and
dialogue about the future of Bronte. qualitative observations from this engagement have
been distilled in this forward-thinking document.
In January 2021, the Bronte Forward! outreach and
engagement campaign was launched to capture
this shared vision for the community. The BIA
wanted to capture answers to pressing questions
encompassing community identity and cement a
sense of place for all future residents and visitors:
What makes Bronte Bronte? And how do we build
“In Bronte, it feels like
on the uniqueness of the area to make Bronte even
better for everyone?
something exciting is
The vision laid out in this document paints a holistic
picture of who we are, what we care about, and
right around the corner”
what we aspire to be. All the stories and feedback - A Survey Respondent
from Bronte Forward! will inform the advocacy work
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Vision Statement
Bronte is a vibrant
community where
everyone is
welcomed and
everything you need
is here.
BRONTE FORWARD! A VISIONING STRATEGY FOR BRONTE BIA iii
Bronte is a vibrant community where everyone
is welcomed and everything you need is here.
The Bronte Forward! engagement strategy has captured the community's vision for how Bronte can be at
its very best. Three visionary directions emerged from the feedback heard during the survey, focus
groups, interviews and workshops:
BRONTE IS WALKABLE & CONNECTED BRONTE CELEBRATES LOCAL VIBRANCY BRONTE EMBRACES INCLUSIVITY &
Bronte is a community that emphasizes its Bronte’s vibrant business district is a dependable ANTICIPATES CHANGE
connection to the water by creating safe, place where everyday needs can be met, and Bronte is an inclusive community where new
comfortable parks, streets, and public spaces community celebrations embrace local assets. residents are welcomed; diverse business
that are easily walkable and inviting for people to owners are embraced, and development is
linger. • Bronte embraces its unique waterfront assets harnessed for the betterment of the future.
through both passive and interactive design
• Bronte prioritizes walkable streets that elements and programming. • Bronte embraces diversity and champions
connect community to the business district inclusivity through culturally relevant,
and to the water. • Bronte is dependable for everyday needs, affordable and representational businesses
a place where business hours are reliable as well as programming and events.
• Bronte invests in wayfinding at key locations and there is something for everyone.
that will invite pedestrians to institutions and • Bronte anticipates community evolution
destinations. • Bronte celebrates local heritage by and ensures that growth keeps pace with the
acknowledging Indigenous history increased demand on parks, public spaces
• Bronte is accessible and multi-modal by and stonehooking roots. and the business district.
supporting the cycling network, investing in a
safe pedestrian realm while prioritizing equity. • Bronte champions local business through • Bronte prioritizes local benefit through
partnerships, open lines of communication development by advocating for new and
• Bronte features cohesive parking and community support. improved investments to the public realm
management that ensures options are robust
• Bronte is an attractive place for new businesses and business district.
and responsive to local needs.
as support from the community and BIA make
growth possible.
• Bronte amplifies local talent and community
stewardship to host locally-relevant
programming and events all-year round.
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WHAT IS A BIA?
A Business Improvement Area (BIA) is a non-profit association of commercial businesses within a
specified geographic district designated by local government. BIAs are funded through levies on
commercial property taxes. BIAs represent the needs of the commercial property owners in brick and
mortar establishments within the designated area.
BIAs bring business owners and community together to stimulate the local economy through
investments in marketing, streetscape improvements and advocacy work. The BIA is managed by an
elected volunteer Board of Directors from the local business community.
The Bronte BIA represents the commercial district defined by Bronte Rd. to the west, East St. to the east,
Sovereign St. to the north and Ontario St./Lake Ontario to the south
THE BIA & BRONTE FORWARD!
Bronte Forward! was conceived and led by the Bronte BIA with community engagement support by 8 80
Cities. The ideas presented in this document are informed by local residents, business owners, staff,
students, seniors, neighbourhood groups and folks who call Bronte a destination and home. The BIA
looks forward to working in partnership with community and stakeholders across Oakville to make the
vision a reality.
The Provincial Policy Statement, 2020, A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe,
2019 and the Livable Oakville Plan, 2018 provide direction as to where and at what scale intensification
can occur in Bronte and beyond. The shared community vision in this document can support the BIA in
advocating for an enhanced commercial district amidst this planned growth. By capturing the
community identity and desires for an even better Bronte, the BIA has created a seat at the policy table
where the community’s voice can be mobilized into action at the local level. The role of the BIA is as an
informed advocate within an evolving community.
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Message from the
Executive Director
Here we are at the culmination of the engagement The Bronte BIA has three paths of influence:
process that has captured our shared vision, and at
1. We manage, fund and staff projects and
the beginning of a forward-thinking Bronte. Thank
programs, like the At Home in Bronte Muskoka
you to everyone who participated in this process.
Chair art installation, as well as beautification
Your input, views and aspirations are what have
efforts like the hanging flower baskets, planters,
made the vision for Bronte so robust.
banners and micro-cleaning throughout the
business district.
The driver behind the Bronte Forward! process
was the acknowledgment that Bronte is evolving.
2. We forge and strengthen partnerships with like-
Instead of letting change wash over us or
minded organizations to work together
opposing inevitable growth and intensification, we to meet similar goals. We sometimes take the
must collectively decide what it is that makes lead, sometimes not, but we are an active and
Bronte special, then play our part marketing and engaged participant. An example of this is our
influencing the dream of what Bronte will look, participation in the Oakville Economic Recovery
feel, taste and sound like for years to come.
and Resiliency Group.
As a local board of the Town of Oakville, we look 3. Through relationship-building and ongoing
forward to working with our municipal partners, communications, we advocate at the policy,
stakeholders and members to make the dream a planning and operations levels for positive
reality. changes that benefit the business district in both
the short and long-terms.
Maureen Healey
Maureen
Executive Director
Bronte BIA
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Table of Contents
Executive Summary ii
Message from Executive Director vi
1. Vision Statement iii
2. Key Directions for Moving Bronte Forward 1
Key Direction #1: Bronte is Walkable & Connected 2
Key Direction #2: Bronte Celebrates Local Vibrancy 6
Key Direction #3: Bronte Embraces Inclusivity & Anticipated Change 9
3. Bronte by the Numbers 11
Data Demographics from Census 12
Data Demographics from Survey 15
Key Data Points from Survey Visualized 18
4. Methodology of Community Engagement 22
Focus Groups 23
Interviews 23
Surveys 24
Social Media 24
Community Workshops 24
Print 25
5. Community Engagement Response & Analysis 26
Recreational Waterfront 26
Open Streets 27
Community Growth 28
Dependable Institutions 29
Transportation & Safety 30
Activities & Programs 31
Four-Seasons Uses 31
6. Campaign Content: Profiles of Business 32
7. Survey Results Index 34
Key Directions
for Moving
Bronte Forward
KEY DIRECTION #1:
Bronte is Walkable & Connected
Bronte is a community that
emphasizes its connection
to the water by creating safe,
comfortable parks, streets,
and public spaces that are
easily navigable and inviting
for people to linger.
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KEY DIRECTION #1: BRONTE IS WALKABLE & CONNECTED
Bronte Prioritizes Walkable Streets
Bronte’s streets and sidewalks encourage pedestrians to linger and explore vibrant places around every corner. A walkable Bronte
connects people to nature and back to the business district with ease of navigation. All streets in Bronte feature activated storefronts
that encourage pedestrians to roam, explore and discover the community’s uniqueness.
STREETS & SIDEWALKS STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
Lakeshore Road Lakeshore Road is the major thoroughfare that Lakeshore Road will feel like a gateway to
connects Bronte and its neighbouring communities. Bronte that reflects the waterfront community
character. Lakeshore Road will be a lively street
that provide comfortable walking, seating, dining
and programming conditions and clear visual
connections to the surrounding commercial streets.
Lakeshore Road will become a place where public
transit is accessible and convenient. Lakeshore
Road will invest in better and protected cycling
infrastructure.
Bronte Road Bronte Road embodies the image of Bronte Village Bronte Road will provide the space for open street
as an unpretentious waterfront community that events. Bronte Road will feature a mix of diverse
provides a feeling of nostalgia and refreshment. retail, services and food establishments that will
embrace the flexible street through programming
and events.
Ontario Street Ontario Street provides perfect vistas to the lake and Ontario Street will provide safe pedestrian crossings
access to Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park. and become a street that is as active and safe as the
adjoining park.
Marine Drive Marine Drive features a transition from residential to The design and visual appeal of Marine Drive will
retail in a mixed-use fashion. invite residents into the commercial district.
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KEY DIRECTION #1: BRONTE IS WALKABLE & CONNECTED
STREETS & SIDEWALKS STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
Jones Street Jones Street’s north-south vista to the water is a Jones Street will capitalize on its vista to improve the
prized element to the residential and commercial pedestrian realm and visual connection to the water.
establishments that line this street. Jones will become a street that is visually identifiable
as being part of Bronte’s core business district.
Nelson Street Nelson Street’s waterfront vista encourages Nelson Street will add to the connected cohesion
pedestrians to venture south after enjoying the of Bronte’s business district. The waterfront and
retail services that line the intersection at Lakeshore retail services will be connected along the vibrant
Road. and walkable residential and mixed-use corridor of
Nelson Street.
East Street East Street has established commercial businesses East Street will feel like an eastern gateway to Bronte
and is well-connected to the residential community. and will welcome visitors and residents home to a
Development is underway on East Street. thriving business district on the water.
BRONTE FORWARD! A VISIONING STRATEGY FOR BRONTE 3KEY DIRECTION #1: BRONTE IS WALKABLE & CONNECTED
Bronte Invests in Wayfinding STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
The compact nature of Bronte’s streets embodies
walkability. To amplify the density of the business Bronte’s pedestrian realm is compact Lakeshore Road will provide signage
district, Bronte’s streetscape will provide visual and features sidewalks and paths and visual connections to amenities
that contribute to local walkability. and the waterfront that await visitors
cohesion and wayfinding that will aid in the Bronte’s business district can be and locals. Wayfinding signage will be
recognition by pedestrians that more retail, navigated within 20 minutes on foot. tailored toward the pedestrian’s point
services, food establishments, green space and of view and will tie key institutions,
waterfront await around every corner. amenities and landmarks together.
Bronte is Accessible & STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
Multi-Modal
The Bronte GO connects the Improving the connection to the GO
Bronte is easier to access via public transportation
community with the GTA. Bronte’s station, the Home to Hub on-demand
and has recognized the importance of trails as local bus stops feature covered service and increasing frequency for
connector and commuter routes. Bronte is a stops and seating areas. bus arrivals will improve transit
community where people of all ages and abilities accessibility in Bronte. Bus stops and
can navigate the sidewalks, streets and parks The presence of walking and cycling waiting areas will feature beautification
trails are appreciated features for elements that will improve the waiting
without barriers.
both recreational users and those experience
who commute by bike. and the impression of Bronte as a
navigable community.
“I lived in a suburb for 30 years before moving
to Bronte. People would get in their cars from Pedestrian accessibility will be
prioritized in winter to ensure
the garage, and socializing was very limited.
sidewalks, parks, trails and the
But in Bronte, I simply cross the street and waterfront will become welcoming to
am amazed at all the friendly people strolling people of all abilities during winter.
along. Families, pets, children. I can walk The addition of benches that enable
visitors to stop and linger will be year-
everywhere and never feel alone.” round investments.
- A Survey Respondent
Investment in cycling infrastructure
will prioritize the addition of bike racks
and improving trail connections.
4KEY DIRECTION #1: BRONTE IS WALKABLE & CONNECTED
Bronte Features Cohesive STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
Parking Management
Parking spots in Bronte are flexible Bronte will communicate the location
Bronte has leveraged the power of development spaces that can be converted into and availability of parking spaces and
and partnerships to improve parking management. curbside cafes and programming will encourage active transportation
Parking options are robust, cohesive and spaces. Bronte has free and paid to the core business district,
responsive to local needs and conditions. public parking spots available. especially during events. The BIA will
be an active partner in the creation of
a Parking Management Strategy.
BRONTE FORWARD! A VISIONING STRATEGY FOR BRONTE BIA 5KEY DIRECTION #2:
Bronte Celebrates Local Vibrancy
Bronte’s vibrant business
district is a dependable
place where everyday
needs can be met, and
community celebrations
embrace local assets.
Bronte Embraces its STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
Vibrant Waterfront Assets
Bronte’s waterfront makes the Bronte will embrace the waterfront
Bronte is a community where the waterfront is community a destination. The by providing recreational access
activated with year-round community events waterfront provides a considerable to the water. The waterfront
and activities that support the business district. quality of life benefit to residents. will be activated year-round
Sidewalks and trails are cleared of snow and with consistent, family-friendly
ice, and public assets are amplified through Muskoka chairs, decorative programming. Visual connections to
streetscaping and gorgeous the waterfront will be made from all
placemaking in all seasons. waterfront parks allow visitors and intersections in the community.
locals alike to be connected with
the lakeside.
6KEY DIRECTION #2: BRONTE CELEBRATES LOCAL VIBRANCY
Bronte is Dependable STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
for Everyday Needs
Bronte is rich in services like Bronte will see bakeries, coffee
Bronte is a place where your everyday needs pharmacies, beauty salons and is shops, and affordable dining options
are met. Retail, services and food establishments seeing growth in the food and retail flourish in the community. Everyday
feature reliable, consistent and inclusive hours. sectors. needs and desires will be met, and
Bronte is seeing new businesses bringing a Bronte will be known as a dependable
plethora of options for visitors business community where there
is something for everyone to enjoy
and locals. during reliable business hours.
Bronte Celebrates Local Heritage STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
Bronte is a community that embraces its roots
as a working, waterfront community while Bronte’s historical features pay tribute Bronte will acknowledge its
achieving a sense of place that will guide growth to its fishing and stonehooking past Indigenous history. Partnerships
and wartime participation. will create opportunities for
and intensification in harmony with the past and reconcilliation and engagement.
the future. Bronte embraces the heritage of all
its residents and pays tribute to the area’s first
Indigenous inhabitants. The Indigenous heritage,
cultural history, and stories that shape Bronte’s
identity are highlighted and woven into the
fabric of the community through art, design,
and programming.
Bronte Champions Local Business STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
Bronte features a business community that is
connected through a collective effort to make Bronte’s business owners are diverse, Bronte will amplify its unique
the community thrive. Local Bronte businesses talented and passionate. Bronte businesses through partnerships
features many unique and and co-creation opportunities.
maintain open communication lines and often independent legacy and new retailers.
look to the BIA for partnerships and opportunities
for engagement.
7KEY DIRECTION #2: BRONTE CELEBRATES LOCAL VIBRANCY
Bronte is an Attractive Place STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
for New Businesses
The built form of many local Businesses along all commercial
Bronte features attractive business, community businesses is unique, pedestrian- streets will feature attractive and
and cultural uses at the street-level. Bronte is friendly and attractive. activated storefronts 7 days a week.
a preferred place for new business due to the
support from the community, BIA and new
opportunities for vending, programming and
participation.
Bronte Amplifies Local Talent & STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
Community Stewardship
Bronte has played host to successful The future of events in Bronte
Bronte is a community that amplifies local talent events in the past that draw will be smaller-scale, consistent,
all-year long. Events in Bronte are lively and thousands of people to enjoy the community-driven all-season events
embrace the streetscape and local businesses. community. and programs. Events will no longer
Bronte has embraced community-based programs be large one-offs during after-hour
and has forged partnerships and support to business times. The future of events
in Bronte will be rooted in local
streamline funding and administration of events culture and build upon existing assets
and activations. and networks of support.
BRONTE FORWARD! A VISIONING STRATEGY FOR BRONTE BIA 8KEY DIRECTION #3:
Bronte Embraces Inclusivity &
Anticipated Change
Bronte is an inclusive
community where new
residents are welcomed;
diverse business owners are
embraced, and development
is harnessed for the
betterment of the future.
Bronte Embraces Diversity & STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
Champions Inclusivity
Bronte is an increasingly diverse and Bronte will represent the needs
Bronte is welcoming, affordable and attractive for welcoming community. of residents, old and new, by
people of all backgrounds. Bronte is a place where amplifying the local culture of
people new to the area, city or country can feel inclusivity through representational
programming and events.
welcome and at ease. Businesses reflect and celebrate a
range of cultures.
9KEY DIRECTION #3: BRONTE EMBRACES INCLUSIVITY AND ANTICIPATED CHANGE
Bronte Anticipates STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
Community Evolution
Bronte is experiencing growth of Bronte will ensure that parks, public
Bronte’s parks and public spaces have kept pace young families, new residents and spaces, and the business district have
with the change and demand for age-inclusive remote workers, signaling a thriving something to offer everyone of all
amenities. Bronte has forged partnerships and changing community. ages, abilities and socioeconomic
status. Parks and public spaces will
with developers and has been able to leverage accommodate new residents and will
community benefit from growth. ensure all are welcome.
Bronte Prioritizes Local Benefit STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
through Development
Bronte is a designated Intensification Bronte will ensure that development
Bronte embraces anticipated growth and Area according to the Livable embraces, respects and contributes
advocates for this new investment to benefit Oakville Plan. Bronte is host to new, to the community through quality
the local business district. higher-density development that additions to the public realm and
seek to provide new and relocated commercial areas.
residents a place in this in high-
demand community.
BRONTE FORWARD! A VISIONING STRATEGY FOR BRONTE 10Bronte by
the Numbers
Originally the traditional lands of the Mississaugas The following data presents a snapshot of
of the Credit First Nation, the waterway was used the community, demographics of survey
for thousands of years by Indigenous inhabitants respondents and key insights:
as transportation, a source of agriculture, hunting
and fishing for sustenance and commerce. 1. BRONTE VILLAGE CENSUS DATA (2016)
European settler-colonizers founded the fishing
village of Bronte in 1834, and 22 years later, Bronte 2. DEMOGRAPHICS FROM THE SURVEY
Harbour was completed where the Twelve Mile
Creek met the vast waters of Lake Ontario. 3. KEY DATA VISUALIZATIONS
Today Bronte is home to over 16,000 residents, 173 i. Bronte Makes me Feel...
businesses, a stunning recreational harbour, and a
thriving business district. ii. What about Bronte do you value the
most?
iii. What big changes to Bronte’s streets
and sidewalks would make you want to
spend more time here?
iv. What big changes to Bronte’s
programming and management would
make you want to spend more time
here?
11BRONTE VILLAGE IS HOME TO
DEMOGRAPHICS FROM CENSUS (2016)
POPULATION
BRONTE POPULATION
BY RACIAL BACKGROUND
* The census data above reflects three census tracts from Statistics Canada that best
represent the boundaries of Bronte Village as defined by the Livable Oakville Plan. 12HOUSING
75% HOME OWNERSHIP
COSTS ARE
OWN $1869/month
25% RENT
COSTS ARE
HOUSING
MAKEUP
RENT $2019/month
28% 30%
ARE SPENDING
or
more
OF INCOME ON SHELTER COSTS
13NATURAL LANDSCAPE BUSINESSES
NATURE SURROUNDING
BRONTE INCLUDES
IN BRONTE
THERE ARE
173 ACTIVE
BUSINESSES
18 PARKS
AND
51% 21% 21% 7%
18
RETAIL SERVICE HEALTH OTHER
CARE
KM
OF TRAILS
TRANSPORTATION
74.2% CAR, TRUCK, VAN
RETAIL IN
BRONTE
THE
RETAILERS
88
(DRIVER)
FALL INTO THE
15.3% PUBLIC TRANSIT FOLLOWING
4.2% CAR, TRUCK, VAN
CATEGORIES:
MAIN MODE OF (PASSENGER)
COMMUTING
4% WALKING
28% BEAUTY & SALON 8% HOME DECOR
1.4% OTHER METHOD 23% CAFE & RESTAURANT 7% ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY
0.7% CYCLING 21% SHOPPING 2% RECREATION
10% OTHER 1% CHILDREN & YOUTH
14DEMOGRAPHICS FROM SURVEY
HOW RESPONDENTS HEARD ABOUT
THIS SURVEY
57%
13.3%
10.8%
6.6%
6.2%
4.4%
3%
1.4%
5.7%
15DEMOGRAPHICS FROM SURVEY
AGE ETHNIC GENDER
GROUPS BACKGROUND IDENTITY
1.8% 1-17 10.6% WHITE 66.3% FEMALE
5% 18-24 3.9% SOUTH ASIAN 28.6% MALE
11.5% 25-34 1.9% EAST ASIAN 1.2% NON-BINARY
17.3% 35-44 1.7% LATINO 1.8% OTHER CULTURAL
GENDER IDENTITY
17.6% 45-54 1.4% MIDDLE EASTERN (E.G., INDIGENOUS
21.4% 55-64 1.2% BLACK TWO-SPIRITED)
14.6% 65-74 0.8% SOUTHEAST ASIAN 3.6% PREFER NOT TO SAY
9.4% 75+ 0.5% INDIGENOUS
1.4% PREFER NOT 1.7% OTHER
TO SAY
9.2% PREFER NOT
TO SAY
16DEMOGRAPHICS FROM SURVEY
(DIS)ABILITY HOUSEHOLD HOUSING
IDENTITY INCOME TENURE
87.2% PEOPLE WHO 34.4% UNSURE OR PREFER 78.1% OWN
DO NOT IDENTIFY NOT TO SAY
12.5% RENT
WITH HAVING A
27.1% $150,000+
DISABILITY 4.9% NEITHER OWN
6.1% $125,000-$149,999
9.2% PEOPLE WHO 4.5% NOR RENT
IDENTIFY WITH 10.8% $100,000-$124,999 UNSURE OR
HAVING A PREFER NOT
DISABILITY 7.8% $75,000-$99,999 TO SAY
3.7% UNSURE OR PREFER 6.7% $50,000-$74,999
NOT TO SAY 5% $25,000-$49,999
2.2% UNDER $25,000
17KEY DATA POINTS FROM SURVEY VISUALIZED
NOSTALGIC
BRONTE MAKES ME FEEL... 1%
RELAXED
POTENTIAL
LIKE I’M ON 2% 5%
VACATION
PROUD
5% 2%
LIKE IM IN A
SMALL TOWN
5% REFRESHED
2%
AT HOME
34%
CALM
GOOD
19%
FRUSTRATED LUCKY TO BE HERE 7% SAFE
1% 3% SLEEPY 5%
3%
18WHAT ABOUT BRONTE
DO YOU VALUE THE MOST?
THE GENERAL
LOCATION
40%
RESTAURANTS &
FOOD BUSINESSES
SENSE OF COMMUNITY
31% 72%
ACCESS TO SPORTS
RETAIL SHOPS RECREATION &
THE HARBOUR WATERFRONT LEISURE
21%
95% 14%
RESIDENTIAL EVENTS &
NEIGHBORHOO0 PROGRAMMING ACCESS TO NATURE
LOCAL HERITAGE
19%
31% 56% & HISTORY
23%
19WHAT BIG CHANGES TO BRONTE’S
STREETS & SIDEWALKS WOULD
MAKE YOU WANT TO SPEND SLOW STREETS
18%
MORE TIME HERE?
ELECTRIC CAR
NETWORK
8%
SAFER PEDESTRIAN
CROSSINGS BETTER CYCLING
CONNECTIONS MORE SIDEWALK PATIOS
30% 35% 69%
BETTER PARKING
MANAGEMENT
45%
PEDESTRIAN-FRIENDLY
STREETS
MORE STREET TREES 42%
& LANDSCAPING WIDER SIDEWALKS
59% UPGRADED STREET
FURNITURE
49%
48%
20WHAT BIG CHANGES TO BRONTE’S
PROGRAMMING & MANAGEMENT
WOULD MAKE YOU WANT TO
INTERACTIVE
SPEND MORE TIME HERE? PUBLIC ART
26%
STREET CLOSURES FOR
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
FREQUENT SMALL-SCALE
PROGRAMMING 49% MORE BUSINESS
PROMOS & DISCOUNT
FOR ALL AGES PROGRAMS
ANNUAL/SEASONAL LARGE-
29% 18%
SCALE PROGRAMMING
FOR ALL AGES
31% STREET CLEANING
& MAINTENANCE
18%
FARMER’S MARKET MUSIC PERFORMANCES
& CONCERTS
OUTDOOR EXERCISE
CLASSES
91% 69%
OUTDOOR MOVIE
48% SCREENINGS
29%
21Methodology of
Community Engagement
Bronte Forward! was a community-wide campaign this document. The community engagement that
to shape the future of Bronte Village. The result of informs this document sought to connect with
the campaign is a vision shaped by the community people and groups who may be left out of traditional
for the community. By engaging directly with consultation processes.
residents and visitors of all ages and backgrounds,
we gained insights about what matters most Before the pandemic, the Bronte Forward!
to people in Bronte when it comes to creating Engagement Strategy sought to engage the public at
a thriving waterfront community that is both a large-scale community events, hosting workshops
cherished destination and a place people call home. in public spaces, and having pop-up activities to
This visioning document is the culmination of the encourage participation and feedback from people
engagement and highlights core community values of all ages and abilities in spaces that are most
that will guide future planning, development, and accessible to them. This ‘go-to them approach’ was
community improvement projects in the area. impacted due to social distancing guidelines, and the
engagement strategy had to pivot.
Between January 2021 and May 2021, the Bronte
Business Improvement Area (BIA), in partnership Our community engagement approach was tailored
with 8 80 Cities, conducted a community-wide to a virtual audience. In conversation with a local
engagement process that connected residents, seniors’ association, we engaged in a virtual talking
visitors, business owners, local youth, older adults circle where a question was posed to the room, and
and everyone in between to virtual workshops, everyone could take a turn adding their perspective.
over the phone interviews, postcards invitations While with a Grade 7 class from a local elementary
for idea sharing, bus stop advertisement, social school, the engagement focused on imagery,
media and more. Bronte Forward’s multi-faceted movement, games and open-ended discussion.
approach to community engagement sought to The BIA, the local councilor and other interviewees
spark conversation and create open communication provided the connection and contact to these
lines, ensuring all residents and visitors alike feel groups, signaling a new way to ‘go to them.’
their hopes for Bronte’s future are represented in
22FOCUS GROUPS • Equity Seeking Groups:
We held meaningful conversations with two
Focus groups allowed participants to do a deeper local organizations representing equity-seeking
dive on issues. They provided an opportunity groups to hear their hopes for the future of
for individuals to express their own viewpoints, Bronte and how the area can represent
to hear the opinions of others, and to engage in them best.
dialogue with one another. Focus group feedback
provided more colour and detail about community INTERVIEWS
members’ experiences of and aspirations for
Bronte, complementing the information we We held ten one-on-one interviews with
gathered through surveys. community leaders, representatives of local clubs
and associations, business owners and staff. Our
As part of the original workplan, we set out to host original target was to host between five and ten
four virtual focus groups. We exceeded our goal one-on-one interviews. The purpose of these
by conducting five 60-minute virtual focus groups interviews was to gather detailed insights into
with 5 – 10 participants per session. Each session the activities, aspirations, and concerns of local
focused on a specific demographic group: community groups and how they may inform the
growth and development of Bronte. An equity
• Business owners and employees: We met lens was adopted in interviews with business
with owners and their staff to understand the owners and staff in order to hear a diverse range
complexities, challenges and opportunities of of experiences of working and living in Bronte by
being a small business owner in Bronte. People of Colour.
• Older adults: We connected with a local
seniors’ association to hear their perspectives
on Bronte as an age-friendly community.
• Students: We connected with staff and students
from a Grade 7 class from a local elementary
school to better understand how the area could
become more youth-friendly. We also held a
virtual public youth focus group advertised on
Facebook as a Saturday morning activity to hear
how children of all ages experience growing up
in Bronte.
23SURVEYS COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS
The interactive survey had 37 questions Almost 100 people attended the two public
FACEBOOK
POSTS and received 799 complete responses from 90-minute interactive virtual stakeholder
@BRONTEEVENTS start to finish. The 799 complete responses workshops that capped off the engagement
significantly outpaced our original target of process. We hosted two virtual stakeholder
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400 survey responses. workshops at differing times as to provide
options for people to attend based on their
The online survey was the principal method for schedules. The original target was to host one
PAGE LIKES collecting feedback from residents and visitors stakeholder workshop, but the virtual nature
about what they love about their community of community engagement allowed for us to
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and their priorities and aspirations for Bronte
Village. The online survey included multiple-
exceed this target and reach a wider audience.
choice and open-ended questions, photos, The purposes of the stakeholder workshop
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and visual elements to make a more enjoyable
survey experience. The survey was mobile-
were to:
friendly and took 6–8 minutes to complete. • Share and corroborate the preliminary
The survey collected demographic data to findings from the public engagement
segment responses based on demographic activities.
INSTAGRAM
PHOTOS categories and to gauge how representative
@BRONTEBIA the survey group is of the wider community. • Develop community ideas for pilot projects
Survey respondents were given the option to and small-scale solutions for making
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provide their email addresses to be entered Bronte Village a more vibrant and inviting
into a draw to win one of five $100 Bronte place to live, work, and play.
BIA gift certificates.
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smaller breakout groups and provided
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SOCIAL MEDIA
Sponsored posts and fun contests allowed the
facilitators to hear and discuss moving Bronte
forward. Workshop participants were invited
Bronte Village BIA’s followers to interact with to join the two workshops via social media,
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the Bronte Forward! campaign material. 57%
of survey respondents stated that they were
direct outreach and e-blasts.
brought to the survey through social media.
BRONTE FORWARD! A VISIONING STRATEGY FOR BRONTE 24PRINT
A physical print version of the online survey
was disseminated to organizations and individuals
who were less likely to access the digital version.
BIA staff distributed these surveys to a local
seniors’ residence, and responses were
collected and recorded.
Postcards and flyers inviting survey responses
through a QR code were sent to Bronte’s
apartment towers and residential community.
Renters are typically a group who are
underrepresented in the traditional consultation
and outreach processes, so direct invites were
a means to correct this. Bus shelter ads with QR
codes were strategically placed in and around
Bronte to capture the perspectives of transit users.
25Community Engagement
Response & Analysis
Data from community engagement and the People of all ages expressed the desire for more
survey have been organized into the following options to be active in green spaces. From
seven categories for the purposes of analysis. suggestions to create public canoe and kayak
These seven categories encompass both the rentals, to an age-inclusive splash pad, to modular
quantitative and qualitative data observed park furniture, parks in Bronte can provide an
throughout the engagement and provide the activity for people of all ages and abilities.
contextual background of the three Visionary
Directions as discussed above.
“Bronte feels like a paradise when you sit in
RECREATIONAL WATERFRONT one of the Muskoka chairs, close your eyes
Bronte residents feel a strong connection with the
under the warm sunlight and just breathe.”
waterfront, public beach space, trails and parks. - Survey Respondent
Visitors to the community also reported that
Bronte’s identity is as a nautical town.
• Approximately 95% of survey respondents
identified the habour and waterfront as the
most valuable asset in Bronte.
• In comparison, 50% of respondents stated that
visiting the habour and waterfront area was an
excellent experience.
• The most loved destinations in Bronte included
the Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, the
Waterfront Trail, Bronte Bluffs and Beach Park
and the Bronte Marina.
26“During summer 2020 when traffic
was restricted, and restaurant tents
were erected, the area felt most like
an interesting, pedestrian-friendly
neighbourhood”
- Survey Respondent
OPEN STREETS
Residents of all ages and abilities spoke to the
desire for more open streets in Bronte.
• To older adults in the community, open streets
and curbside cafes were places of hope and
normalcy amidst the pandemic and added an
element of a complete street to Bronte.
• For local youth, sitting in a café space that
used to be a parking spot was invigorating and
gave them pride in their community.
To residents and visitors alike, the future of Bronte
as a complete community includes open streets
and the extension of curbside cafes across the
business district. In interviews with retail and service
business owners, it became clear that they can
also benefit from and desire open streets with
curbside vending and garner foot traffic. Food
establishments and their owners called curbside
seating a lifeline amidst the pandemic. These
business owners hoped to see open streets and
curbside seating combined and extended into
all-seasons, alongside age-friendly programming
so that the whole business district can thrive.
27“It feels like something
exciting is just around
the corner”
- Survey Respondent
COMMUNITY GROWTH
Demographic changes and community growth
have been observed and embraced by long-time
residents and business owners.
• Business owners and their staff have noted an
increase of new families amidst the pandemic
frequenting their establishments and enjoying
the parks. Due to the new freedoms of remote
work, families from other communities have
come to Bronte to enjoy the close-knit feel and
big-city amenities.
Desires for community growth to reflect the
visual identity of a waterfront community are
important to many involved in the engagement.
Concerns were raised about growth outpacing
service provision and amenity spaces for
Bronte’s new residents.
BRONTE FORWARD! A VISIONING STRATEGY FOR BRONTE 28DEPENDABLE INSTITUTIONS
Bronte’s unique and independently owned food
and retail options are major draws for visitors
and locals.
• Inconsistent hours of operation of
independently owned businesses were
identified in focus groups as frustrating and hard
to anticipate.
Most survey respondents and interviewees
identified the desire for more coffee shops,
bakeries, and culturally diverse establishments.
The desire for everyday amenities and institutions
that are dependable was a reoccurring theme
throughout the engagement.
“The local restaurant owners go above and beyond to make their customers feel like family. Thai Senses listened to
our concerns and adopted environmentally-friendly take-out packaging. They listened and made the change! When
we placed an order with Zara’s By The Lake near closing time, they happily made a delicious dinner for us despite
the fact that (unbeknownst to us) their family was waiting for the owner to come home so they could break their
Ramadan fast. When the snowy owl was at the harbour a photographer was happy to offer my children and I a peek
through his lens. My 3-year-old is excited to talk to every single dog owner she passes on our walks and they always
have a warm reply for her. Always. Everyone. I could go on and on but my point is that I always feel...loved. Bronte
makes me feel loved. It makes me feel home. It makes me feel welcome. It makes me feel safe.”
- Survey Respondent
29TRANSPORTATION & SAFETY A vibrant and safe public realm depends on the “Unfortunately the
ability of residents to access their community fear of having my
This category includes comments from across safely on foot. Older adults stated their car towed has
the engagement related to public transportation, apprehensions of construction-lined sidewalks
stopped me from
parking management, cycling networks and that impact their perceptions of safety. A lack
walkability. The desire for more efficient public
shopping in Bronte.
of pedestrian crosswalks and disconnected
transit was identified and the need to better trails have impeded walkability and bikeability,
I worry that if I
connect the Bronte GO Station with Bronte according to focus groups. go from one shop
Village became evident. Older adults praised the (where I am eligible
Care-a-van service as an efficient and reliable • Biking as a means of transportation beyond to park) and then
mode of transportation within Bronte. leisure was identified as a preferred mode of go to another shop
travel to and within Bronte by local youth, (where I’m not sure
• Private parking lots and a perceived lack of select interviewees and 22% of folks that I can park) that I
parking spots was issues observed by people answered the survey. This demographic
who drive to Bronte, a group that represents
will be towed. So
observed the need and opportunities to better
63.5% of survey respondents. Interviews with I just don’t ‘shop
connect Bronte’s trails both visually, by design,
long-time residents revealed that the majority of and through signage to improve walking and around’ anymore, I
trips within Bronte, from home to grab a coffee biking conditions. do however, feel
or from home to the waterfront, were trips taken that the GO Station
by the car. • Interviews with business owners, visitors and is a gift to the
those that rely on the car for daily trips revealed
• While long-time residents stated that Bronte community”
that car towing is a frequent occurance that can
- Survey Respondent
is walkable, this was mainly in reference to impact the reputation of Bronte. Interviewees
recreational walking without a destination. To suggested that private lots be better marked to
reach destinations in Bronte Village, the car prevent illegal parking.
remains the mode of choice.
BRONTE FORWARD! A VISIONING STRATEGY FOR BRONTE 30“I have many happy ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS FOUR-SEASON USES
memories visiting
Residents and visitors want more frequent and Great public spaces are activated in all four
Bronte with friends less formal events and activations in Bronte’s seasons. Focus groups identified the lack of
and family, not just parks and public spaces. programming in Bronte’s parks and public
on Canada Day. I spaces in the fall, winter and spring times despite
• Events of the past tended to be big celebrations their desire to enjoy the community and support
would love to visit
with large crowds, but in discussion with the local in all seasons.
more frequently and focus groups, the desire for events and activities
spend casual time in the future should focus on amplifying local • Modular seating and gathering elements and
enjoying the area. It talent in the parks and public spaces. age-inclusive play options should be added
to Bronte’s parks and public spaces, according
doesn’t have to be • Local business owners and staff appreciated to interviewed older adults who desire to be
a big celebration to past events, but a disconnect remained safely active and connected in all seasons.
get me to come visit.” between the event and its stewardship. Events
and activations that are co-created with local
- Survey Respondent
talent and input from residents and business “Love the painted chairs on the pier every
owners can ensure local support. summer. I really enjoyed the live summer
concert series for the last two summers. I
• Business owners and staff expressed the desire
would love to see a farmer’s market or
to get involved in the future of events and
weekend craft fair during the summer.
programming that will transition from large-scale
one-offs into locally driven, crowd-sourced
Also, there should be a Festival of Lights
events and activations in parks and public spaces. as a winter attraction. Skating, and an ice
sculpting contest in winter would be fun.”
- Survey Respondent
31Campaign
Content:
“My vision for Bronte would be
growth at a pace that’s sustainable.
Busy, but with a sense of calm.
Beautiful but mother nature
Profiles of ROSE LUXTON
Owners of Lakeside Livin’
beautiful. A community where
everyone matters and decides the
direction that Bronte should go.”
Businesses
As part of the Bronte Forward! community-
wide campaign, the BIA produced a two-part
“Our idea for moving Bronte
video series profiling some of Bronte Village’s forward is encouraging people to
business owners, asking them what their ideas come here, keep the big buildings
are for moving Bronte forward. and big corporations out of here
and try and keep it very small
RYAN & RUSSEL MASCARENHAS
Owners of Goldwyn & Sons mom-and-pop, and keep the
history and the nostalgia here”
“It would be great if we had less
litter and less trash, and people
were responsible for their trash.
Not just individuals and the public,
but that business owners worked
with the public and with the region
to create a cleaner environment.
The driftwood we have here in our
VIDEO 1 Views 1339 THANH TO & RENATA DARLING
Owners of Ecofillosophy stores is the only things we want to
see washing up on our shores.”
INSIGHTS Likes 40
32“I think that Bronte’s got a great
foundation, so I think really
what the answer is more small
businesses, maybe some more
development down by the lake,
LISA BOGART continue building beautiful
Owners of Bogart Home & Decor restaurants and just keep
the village feel.”
“I think Bronte is really growing.
There’s so many people that come
from out of town that just enjoy
the area, and are finding it’s the
place they want to live.”
“Definitely younger families coming
into the community, it’s becoming
SIMONE & TODD WADDELL
Owners of Bronte Fish & Chips more diverse than it used to be and
it’s really expanding.”
VIDEO 2 Views 873
INSIGHTS Likes 28
“Bronte already has the charm
of the village. I think we just
need to bring back all of the
events that we had in the past.
Live music, art shows, live
performers, and like Mike said;
COURTNEY & MIKE COLAS
Owners of La Parisienne Creperie the street food and kiosks vibe
would just be incredible.”
33Survey Results Index
When in Bronte, which of the following On average, how often do you go out to What about Bronte do you value the most?
activities do you do? Bronte Village?
95.3% / 744 RESP. The harbour/waterfront
84.5% / 668 RESP. Visit the harbour/waterfront 34.4% / 270 RESP. Several times a week
72.1% / 563 RESP. Restaurants, cafes and/or bars
82.9% / 656 RESP. Go to restaurants, cafes and/or bars 26.6% / 209 RESP. Daily
56.1% / 438 RESP. Access to nature
75.2% / 595 RESP. Stroll around 15.8% / 124 RESP. Few times a month
40.2% / 314 RESP. The general location
69.5% / 550 RESP. Shop 11.0% / 86 RESP. Once a week
30.5% / 238 RESP. Sense of community
68.4% / 541 RESP. Live (resident) 5.7% / 45 RESP. A few times a year
30.3% / 237 RESP. The residential neighbourhood
66.8% / 528 RESP. Exercise (biking, walking, running) 5.4% / 42 RESP. Once a month
22.8% / 178 RESP. Local heritage and history
64.9% / 513 RESP. Meet friends and family 0.5% / 4 RESP. I don’t spend time, just pass through
21.3% / 166 RESP. Retail shops
47.3% / 374 RESP. Attend events and programs 1.5% / 4 RESP. Once a year
18.8% / 147 RESP. Events and programming
31.6% / 250 RESP. Access services 0.1% / 1 RESP. I’ve never been to Bronte before
14.1% / 110 RESP. Access to sports, recreation, leisure
9.0% / 71 RESP. Work (employee) 785 of 799 answered
0.4% / 3 RESP. Other
4.9% / 39 RESP. Go to school (student)
781 of 799 answered
4.4% / 35 RESP. Own a business (employer)
At what time of day/week do you usually go out
I’ve never been to Bronte Village
0.4% / 3 RESP.
in Bronte?
1.4% / 11 RESP. Other
Which destinations do you love most about Bronte?
71.9% / 563 RESP. Weekends
791 of 799 answered
56.2% / 439 RESP. Bronte Rd. shops & restaurants
67.2% / 526 RESP. Weekdays
55.7% / 435 RESP. Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park
62.3% / 488 RESP. Afternoons
41.1% / 321 RESP. Waterfront trail
If you are a resident of Bronte VIllage, how long 53.9% / 422 RESP. Evenings
35.0% / 273 RESP. Bronte Bluffs & Beach Park
have you lived here? 46.1% / 361 RESP. Mornings
33.7% / 263 RESP. Bronte Marina
29.9% / 233 RESP. I do not live in bronte village 783 of 799 answered
22.5% / 176 RESP. Lakeshore Rd. shops & restaurants
17.9% / 140 RESP. More than 20 years
11.1% / 87 RESP. Other neighbourhood parks
13.2% / 103 RESP. 6 - 10 years
Generally speaking, in the past one to three 8.6% / 67 RESP. Queen Elizabeth Park Community & Cultural Centre
3 - 5 years
11.9% / 93 RESP.
years, what have your experiences in Bronte 3.2% / 25 RESP. Bronte Pool & Athletic Park
7.4% / 58 RESP. 11 - 15 years been like?
0.5% / 4 RESP. Other
6.7% / 52 RESP. 1 - 2 years 62.8% / 491 RESP. Very positive
781 of 799 answered
6.7% / 52 RESP. 15 - 20 years 33.2% / 260 RESP. Somewhat positive
6.3% / 49 RESP. Less than 1 year 3.1% / 24 RESP. Somewhat negative
780 of 799 answered 0.9% / 7 RESP. Very negative
782 of 799 answered
How do you get from your home to Bronte
Village?
64.8% / 508 RESP. Walk
63.5% / 498 RESP. Drive
22.1% / 173 RESP. Bike
2.4% / 19 RESP. Rideshare (Lyft, Taxi, Uber)
2.0% / 16 RESP. Public Transit
0.4% / 3 RESP. Other
784 of 799 answered
34SURVEY RESULTS INDEX
When it comes to creating the best version of Bronte you can imagine, what do you feel are the most important qualities
and values to prioritize? Please rank the following options
785 of 799 answered
VIBRANT & LIVELY STREETS & PUBLIC SPACES SENSE OF COMMUNITY DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION
32.7% 19.5% 12.8% 10.3% 6.8% 6.3% 5.3% 2.6% 2.3% 1.4% 9.2% 16.3% 17.5% 15.4% 13.7% 10.3% 9.8% 5.4% 1.3% 1.2% 2.7% 4.9% 9.2% 10.9% 13.7% 13.5% 13.5% 15.4% 8.2% 8%
255 RESP. 152 RESP. 100 RESP. 255 RESP. 53 RESP. 49 RESP. 41 RESP. 20 RESP. 18 RESP. 255 RESP. 72 RESP. 127 RESP. 136 RESP. 120 RESP. 107 RESP. 80 RESP. 76 RESP. 42 RESP. 10 RESP. 9 RESP. 21 RESP. 38 RESP. 72 RESP. 85 RESP. 107 RESP. 105 RESP. 105 RESP. 120 RESP. 64 RESP. 62 RESP.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
WIDE RANGE OF RETAIL & RESTAURANT OPTIONS HOUSING AFFORDABILITY NEW & DIVERSE HOUSING OPTIONS
2.7% 4.9% 9.2% 10.9% 13.7% 13.5% 13.5% 15.4% 8.2% 8% 6.4% 3% 4.2% 4.7% 9.1% 10.5% 9.9% 12.2% 24.8% 15.1% 0.6% 2.7% 2.3% 3.9% 5.6% 9.2% 10% 14.8% 20.9% 1.2%
21 RESP. 38 RESP. 72 RESP. 85 RESP. 107 RESP. 105 RESP. 105 RESP. 120 RESP. 64 RESP. 62 RESP. 50 RESP. 23 RESP. 33 RESP. 37 RESP. 71 RESP. 82 RESP. 77 RESP. 95 RESP. 193 RESP. 118 RESP. 5 RESP. 21 RESP. 18 RESP. 30 RESP. 44 RESP. 72 RESP. 78 RESP. 115 RESP. 163 RESP. 9 RESP.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
SAFETY HERITAGE AND PRESERVATION ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
9.1% 8.7% 11.8% 12.3% 9.9% 12.1% 14.9% 9% 7.8% 4.4% 4.6% 6% 6.7% 9.2% 10.1% 10.7% 11% 19.5% 11.6% 10.5% 6.2% 6.7% 7.8% 7.6% 9.4% 12.1% 12.7% 10.3% 17.6% 9.8%
71 RESP. 68 RESP. 92 RESP. 96 RESP. 77 RESP. 94 RESP. 116 RESP. 70 RESP. 61 RESP. 34 RESP. 36 RESP. 47 RESP. 52 RESP. 72 RESP. 79 RESP. 83 RESP. 86 RESP. 152 RESP. 90 RESP. 82 RESP. 48 RESP. 52 RESP. 61 RESP. 59 RESP. 73 RESP. 94 RESP. 99 RESP. 80 RESP. 137 RESP. 76 RESP.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
ACCESS TO NATURE
14.8% 13.2% 12.1% 12.3% 9.5% 6.7% 7.1% 5.1% 2.3% 16.9%
115 RESP. 103 RESP. 94 RESP. 96 RESP. 74 RESP. 52 RESP. 55 RESP. 40 RESP. 18 RESP. 132 RESP.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
35SURVEY RESULTS INDEX
When
MORE it comes
WALKABLE to getting
& PEDESTRIAN toSTREETS
FRIENDLY and around What big changes to Bronte’s streets and sidewalks would What types of shops and services would you like
make you spend more time here? to see more of in Bronte?
60.2%
461 RESP.
Bronte,
24.4%what do
9.8% you feel
187 RESP.
4% are the
1.6% most
75 RESP. 31 RESP. 12 RESP.
More sidewalk patios Cafes & bakeries
important areas to prioritize? 68.7% / 533 RESP. 80.4% / 631 RESP.
More street trees & landscaping Affordable restaurants & food businesses
Please rank the following options.
58.5% / 454 RESP. 67.9% / 533 RESP.
49.0% / 380 RESP. Wider sidewalks 54.9% / 431 RESP. Grocery stores, butchers, delis
47.9% / 372 RESP. Upgraded street furniture (benches, lighting, etc.) 43.4% / 341 RESP. Music, entertainment, arts & culture venues
1 2 3 4 5
MORE WALKABLE & PEDESTRIAN FRIENDLY STREETS What big changes to Bronte’s
45.1% / 350 RESP. Better streets
on-and-offand
streetsidewalks would
parking management What types of shops and services
38.9% / 305 RESP.
would you
Bars, liquor/wine stores,like
breweries
make you spend more time here? to see more of in Bronte?
60.2% 24.4% 9.8% 4% 1.6% 41.8% / 324 RESP. Pedestrian-only streets 38.2% / 300 RESP. Locally made products & crafts
BETTER TRANSIT187SERVICE/CONNECTIONS
461 RESP. RESP. 75 RESP. 31 RESP. 12 RESP.
68.7% / 533 RESP. More sidewalk patios 80.4% / 631 RESP. Cafes & bakeries
34.8% / 270 RESP. Better cycling infrastructure/connections 21.4% / 168 RESP. High-end dining
6.1% 12.5% 30.4% 26.4% 24.5%
47 RESP. 96 RESP. 233 RESP. 202 RESP. 188 RESP.
58.5% / 454 RESP. More street trees & landscaping 67.9% / 533 RESP. Affordable restaurants & food businesses
30% / 233 RESP. Safer intersections & pedestrian crossings 20.6% / 162 RESP. Hardware stores
49.0% / 380 RESP. Wider sidewalks 54.9% / 431 RESP. Grocery stores, butchers, delis
17.5% / 136 RESP. Changes to street design to slow down speeds 19.5% / 153 RESP. Community spaces & services
47.9% / 372 RESP. Upgraded street furniture (benches, lighting, etc.) 43.4% / 341 RESP. Music, entertainment, arts & culture venues
1 2 3 4 5 8.4% / 65 RESP. Electric car network (e.g. plug-in stations) 18.3% / 144 RESP. Apparel shops
45.1% / 350 RESP. Better on-and-off street parking management 38.9% / 305 RESP. Bars, liquor/wine stores, breweries
1.4% / 11 RESP. Other 5.5% / 43 RESP. Offices and co-working spaces
41.8% / 324 RESP. Pedestrian-only streets 38.2% / 300 RESP. Locally made products & crafts
1 BETTER TRANSIT
2 SERVICE/CONNECTIONS
3 4 5
776 of 799 answered 4.8% / 38 RESP. Healthbeauty shops, drugstores
34.8% / 270 RESP. Better cycling infrastructure/connections 21.4% / 168 RESP. High-end dining
6.1% 12.5% 30.4% 26.4% 24.5%
47 RESP. 96 RESP. 233 RESP. 202 RESP. 188 RESP. 3.1% / 24 RESP. Children’s goods
BETTER CYCLING INFRASTRUCTURE/CONNECTIONS 30% / 233 RESP. Safer intersections & pedestrian crossings 20.6% / 162 RESP. Hardware stores
2.9% / 23 RESP. Pet supplies & services
8.4% 32.8% 28.2% 22.5% 8.2% What big changes to Bronte’sChanges
17.5% / 136 RESP.
programming
to street designand
to slow down speeds 19.5% / 153 RESP. Community spaces & services
64 RESP. 251 RESP. 216 RESP. 172 RESP. 63 RESP.
management
8.4% / 65 RESP. would make you spend
Electric more
car network time
(e.g. here?
plug-in stations)
1.5% / 12 RESP.
18.3% / 144 RESP.
Other shops
Apparel
776 of 799 answered
1.4% / 11 RESP. Other 5.5% / 43 RESP. Offices and co-working spaces
1 2 3 4 5 90.5% / 709 RESP. Farmer’s markets (food, flowers, local goods)
776 of 799 answered 4.8% / 38 RESP. Healthbeauty shops, drugstores
69.0% / 540 RESP. Music performances & concerts
The Bronte Business Improvement
3.1% / 24 RESP. Children’s goods
Area is a non-profit
1
BETTER CYCLING
2
INFRASTRUCTURE/CONNECTIONS
3 4 5 59.5% / 466 RESP. Street closures for festivals & events
What big changes to Bronte’s programming and
organization
2.9% / 23 RESP. dedicated to Petimproving the economic
supplies & services
8.4% 32.8% 28.2% 22.5% 8.2%
64 RESP. 251 RESP. 216 RESP. 172 RESP. 63 RESP.
30.8% / 241 RESP. Annual/seasonal large-scale programming (all ages)
management would make you spend more time here? prosperity
1.5% / 12 RESP. and quality of life in Bronte Village. Have you
Other
BETTER PARKING MANAGEMENT 28.9% / 226 RESP. Outdoor movie screenings heard of the Bronte BIA prior to filling out this survey?
776 of 799 answered
6.1% 12.5% 30.4% 26.4% 24.5% 26.1% 90.5%
/ 204 /RESP.
709 RESP. Farmer’s markets
Interactive (food, flowers, local goods)
public art 58.0% / 455 RESP. Yes, I’ve heard about them
47 RESP. 96 RESP. 233 RESP. 202 RESP. 188 RESP.
25.3%69.0% / 540 RESP.
/ 198 RESP. Music performances
Frequent & concerts for all ages
small-scale programming 24.1% / 189 RESP. Yes, I’ve engaged with their activities
The Bronte Business Improvement Area is a non-profit
1 2 3 4 5 21.7% 59.5% / 466 RESP. Street closures
Outdoor exercisefor festivals & events
classes No, I’ve never heard of the BIA before this
/ 170 RESP.
organization
21.8% / 171 RESP.
dedicated to improving the economic
30.8% / 241 RESP.
20.7% / 162 RESP. Annual/seasonal
Free public wi-fi large-scale programming (all ages) prosperity
10.3% / 81 RESP. and quality of life in
Yes,Bronte Village.
I receive their Have you
newsletter
BETTER PARKING MANAGEMENT 28.9% / 226 RESP. Outdoor
More movie
business screenings& discount programs
promotions
heard of the Bronte BIA prior to filling out this survey?
1 2 3 4 5 18.4% / 144 RESP. 783 of 799 answered
6.1% 12.5% 30.4% 26.4% 24.5% 26.1% / 204 RESP. Interactive public art 58.0% / 455 RESP. Yes, I’ve heard about them
47 RESP. 96 RESP. 233 RESP. 202 RESP. 188 RESP. 13.7% / 107 RESP. More street cleaning/maintenance
BETTER ROADS FOR DRIVING 25.3% / 198 RESP.
1.1% / 9 RESP.
Frequent small-scale programming for all ages
Other
24.1% / 189 RESP. Yes, I’ve engaged with their activities
8.4% 32.8% 28.2% 22.5% 8.2% 21.7% / 170 RESP. Outdoor exercise classes 21.8% / 171 RESP. No, I’ve never heard of the BIA before this
783 of 799 answered
64 RESP. 251 RESP. 216 RESP. 172 RESP. 63 RESP.
20.7% / 162 RESP. Free public wi-fi 10.3% / 81 RESP. Yes, I receive their newsletter
1 2 3 4 5 18.4% / 144 RESP. More business promotions & discount programs 783 of 799 answered
13.7% / 107 RESP. More street cleaning/maintenance
BETTER ROADS FOR DRIVING 1.1% / 9 RESP. Other
1 8.4% 2 32.8% 3 28.2% 4 22.5% 5 8.2%
783 of 799 answered
64 RESP. 251 RESP. 216 RESP. 172 RESP. 63 RESP.
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