Local Area Guide
630 Rogers Rd — Neighbourhood
A well-connected Toronto neighbourhood with schools, parks, transit, and a growing food scene — everything you need is close by.
The Area
A neighbourhood that makes sense
630 Rogers Road sits in the heart of the Keelesdale–Eglinton West neighbourhood — a residential pocket in northwest Toronto that balances quiet, tree-lined streets with genuine urban connectivity. The area has seen significant investment in recent years, most notably the Eglinton Crosstown LRT, which has transformed transit access for residents.
This is a neighbourhood built for people who want the convenience of city living without the density and noise of the downtown core. Local parks, community centres, and a diverse mix of shops and restaurants line the surrounding streets, while major highways — the 400, 401, and Allen Road — are all within a short drive.
How Walkable Is the Neighbourhood?
The area around 630 Rogers Rd scores a Walk Score in the mid-60s — a "Somewhat Walkable" rating. Daily errands like grocery shopping, dining, and transit access are easily handled on foot, with additional options a short bus or bike ride away.
A Growing Neighbourhood
The completion of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT and continued residential development have accelerated the area's transformation, bringing new amenities, improved infrastructure, and rising property values to this established Toronto pocket.
Schools & Education
Nearby schools for every family
The Keelesdale–Eglinton West area is well-served by public, Catholic, and French-language schools across elementary, middle, and secondary levels.
Public Schools
Keelesdale Junior Public School
Elementary school on Keele Street serving the immediate neighbourhood — one of the closest public schools to 630 Rogers Rd.
Elementary · ~0.5 km
Roselands Public School
Community-focused elementary school in the Rockcliffe-Smythe area, serving junior kindergarten through Grade 6.
Elementary · ~1.2 km
George Harvey Collegiate Institute
Established secondary school serving grades 9–12 in the York area, with a broad range of academic and vocational programs.
Secondary · ~2 km
Elia Middle School
Middle school on St. Clair Avenue West serving grades 6–8 with strong community engagement and extracurricular programs.
Middle · ~1.5 km
Silverthorn Community School
Neighbourhood elementary school known for its community-driven approach, located nearby on Silverthorn Avenue.
Elementary · ~1 km
Catholic Schools
St. Matthew Catholic School
Catholic elementary school in the Rockcliffe-Smythe area, part of the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB).
Elementary · TCDSB · ~1 km
St. Bernard Catholic School
Faith-based elementary school serving the surrounding community with a focus on academic excellence and character education.
Elementary · TCDSB · ~1.5 km
Archbishop Romero Catholic Secondary School
Catholic secondary school offering grades 9–12, with a wide range of academic, arts, and athletics programs.
Secondary · TCDSB · ~2 km
French Immersion & French-Language Schools
École Élémentaire Catholique du Sacré-Coeur-Toronto
French-language Catholic elementary school offering instruction entirely in French — ideal for families seeking bilingual education.
French-Language · CEFCO · ~2.5 km
French Immersion Programs (TDSB)
The Toronto District School Board offers French Immersion at select schools in the area. Catchment boundaries change yearly — verify your address at tdsb.on.ca.
TDSB · Varies by year
School catchment boundaries change — verify your specific address with the TDSB or TCDSB before making enrollment decisions.
Daycare & Childcare
Trusted care for your little ones
The Keelesdale–Eglinton West area has a solid selection of licensed childcare centres, early learning programs, and nursery schools — many within walking distance of 630 Rogers Rd.
Licensed Childcare Centres
Keelesdale Child Care Centre
Part of the Macaulay Centres for Children, this licensed centre at 200 Bicknell Ave offers full-day childcare programs for infants through school age in a community-focused setting.
200 Bicknell Ave · ~0.7 km
363 Rogers Road Daycare Centre
A local childcare centre right on Rogers Road, one of the closest daycare options to the property — ideal for families wanting a short daily commute for drop-off and pick-up.
363 Rogers Rd · ~0.3 km
General Mercer Early Learning Centre
City-associated early learning centre at 30 Turnberry Ave offering licensed childcare and kindergarten-readiness programs for young children in the neighbourhood.
30 Turnberry Ave · ~1 km
Mount Dennis Early Learning & Child Care Centre
City-operated licensed childcare at 1296 Weston Rd, serving the Mount Dennis community with infant, toddler, and preschool programs near the UP Express hub.
1296 Weston Rd · ~2.5 km
Fairbank Memorial Daycare Centre
An established neighbourhood daycare at 555 Harvie Ave, offering licensed full-day childcare programs in the Fairbank community.
555 Harvie Ave · ~1.5 km
Carlton Village Early Learning Centre
Operated by LEFCA (Local Employment & Family Community Association) at 315 Osler St, providing licensed childcare and early childhood education.
315 Osler St · ~1.5 km
Early Learning & Nursery Programs
Silverthorn Early Learning Earth Centre
Located at 2700 Eglinton Ave W, this early learning centre offers nature-inspired programming and licensed childcare in the Silverthorn neighbourhood.
2700 Eglinton Ave W · ~2 km
Just Kids Early Years Learning Centre
Part of the Network Childcare Services group at 1695 Keele St, offering early years programming for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children.
1695 Keele St · ~3 km
Little Angels Childcare Learning Centre
Licensed childcare at 1695 Dufferin St, providing full-day programs and early learning curricula for children from infancy to school age.
1695 Dufferin St · ~3.5 km
City Programs & Resources
City of Toronto Childcare Fee Subsidy
Toronto offers childcare fee subsidies for eligible families to help cover the cost of licensed childcare. Contact the City at 311 (or 416-392-2489) to check eligibility and apply.
Dial 311 · toronto.ca
Canada-Wide Early Learning & Child Care (CWELCC)
Ontario has joined the federal CWELCC agreement, aiming to reduce childcare fees to an average of $10/day for children under 6 at participating licensed centres. Ask your provider if they are enrolled.
ontario.ca/cwelcc
Licensing status and waitlists change frequently — contact centres directly or call 311 to confirm availability and join waitlists. Visit toronto.ca/find-child-care to search licensed providers by address.
Parks & Green Space
Green space at your doorstep
The area around Rogers Road is well-served by parks, ravines, and trail networks. Whether you're looking for a quick morning walk, a family outing, or a longer bike ride, there's green space close by for every occasion.
- Keelesdale Park — Community park with sports fields, playgrounds, and a lighted ball diamond. Walking distance from 630 Rogers Rd.
- Lavender Creek Trail — A 2 km paved, multi-use trail popular with walkers and cyclists, winding through the neighbourhood near the property.
- Turnberry South Park — Quiet neighbourhood park with green space and play areas, ideal for family walks.
- Westlake Memorial Park — A nearby green space offering shaded paths and open fields for recreation.
- Eglinton Park — Larger park with tennis courts, a wading pool, and extensive open green space along Eglinton Avenue.
- Rail Corridor Trail — Access to the nearby rail corridor trail system for longer cycling and walking routes through the city.
Coffee & Cafés
Your morning cup, close to home
Whether you're grabbing an espresso on the way to work or settling in for a latte, these neighbourhood spots have you covered.
The Mad Bean Coffee House
Popular local coffee house on Eglinton Avenue West known for its specialty brews and welcoming atmosphere.
519 Eglinton Ave W
Tim Hortons — Eglinton Ave W
A Canadian classic for your daily double-double, located along the main Eglinton corridor.
900 Eglinton Ave W
Tim Hortons — Eglinton Ave W
Another convenient Tim Hortons location along Eglinton, perfect for quick coffees and baked goods.
333 Eglinton Ave W
Tim Hortons — Eglinton Ave W West
West-end location on Eglinton for quick coffee runs, sandwiches, and Timbits.
1801 Eglinton Ave W
Hunter Coffee Shop
Independent coffee shop on Vaughan Road with artisanal roasts and a neighbourhood-café vibe.
423 Vaughan Rd
Starbucks
Starbucks locations along the Eglinton corridor for your favourite drinks and mobile order convenience.
Eglinton Ave W corridor
Recreation & Fitness
Stay active close to home
The Keelesdale–Eglinton West area offers a strong selection of recreational facilities, from full-service community centres to boutique fitness studios and gyms. Whether you prefer swimming laps, lifting weights, or practising yoga, there's a facility nearby to match your routine.
- York Recreation Centre — 67,000 sq ft facility at 115 Black Creek Dr featuring a 25-metre six-lane pool, leisure tot pool, double-sized gymnasium, fitness studio, weight room, and indoor running track.
- Body + Soul Fitness — Boutique fitness studio on Eglinton Avenue West offering group classes and personal training.
- Oxygen Yoga & Fitness — Midtown — Hot yoga and fitness classes at 434 Eglinton Ave W, offering heated and infrared studio sessions.
- FPR Longevity Gym — Specialized fitness and longevity training at 473 Eglinton Ave W, with a focus on strength and wellness.
- GoodLife Fitness — Yonge & Eglinton — Full-service gym at 2300 Yonge St with extensive equipment, group classes, and personal training.
Swimming & Aquatics
- York Recreation Centre — 25m six-lane pool + leisure tot pool
- Public swim and lane swim programs available year-round
Entertainment & Activities
- Cineplex cinemas at Yonge & Eglinton (~15 min)
- Eglinton West arts and cultural venues
- Community programs at York Recreation Centre
Dining & Restaurants
A growing food scene
From casual bites to upscale dining, the Eglinton corridor and surrounding streets offer a diverse range of restaurants and cuisines.
Swiss Chalet
Classic Canadian rotisserie chicken and ribs at 949 Eglinton Ave W — a reliable family dinner option.
949 Eglinton Ave W
Z-Teca Mexican Eatery
Fast-casual Mexican with fresh bowls, burritos, and tacos — quick, flavourful, and close by.
Eglinton Ave corridor
Butter Chicken Roti
Rich, authentic Indian curries and fresh roti wraps — a beloved Toronto comfort food spot.
King St E, Toronto
Eglinton Ave W Dining Strip
A diverse stretch of restaurants, takeout spots, and ethnic eateries along Eglinton — discover Caribbean, Italian, Asian, and Middle Eastern flavours.
Eglinton Ave W
Yonge & Eglinton Dining
The Yonge & Eglinton intersection (~10 min away) features a wide selection of upscale restaurants, wine bars, and trendy eateries.
Yonge & Eglinton
St. Clair West Dining
St. Clair Avenue West (~10 min north) is known for its Italian restaurants, patisseries, and European cafés along the "Corso Italia" stretch.
St. Clair Ave W
Transportation
Connected to everything
630 Rogers Rd offers outstanding transit connectivity — from TTC buses and the Eglinton Crosstown LRT to highway access and two international airports.
TTC Bus Routes
- 161 Rogers Rd — connects Mount Dennis Station (Line 5) to Ossington Station (Line 2)
- 41 Keele — runs north-south connecting Keele Station (Line 2) to Finch West Station (Line 1)
- 32 Eglinton West — crosstown route along Eglinton Avenue with connections to multiple subway lines
- 941 Keele Express — express service during peak hours for faster commutes
Subway & LRT
- Keelesdale Station (Line 5) — Eglinton Crosstown LRT stop, walking distance
- Mount Dennis Station (Line 5) — Major transit hub connecting the Crosstown LRT and UP Express
- Keele Station (Line 2) — Bloor-Danforth subway, ~10 min by bus
- Finch West Station (Line 1) — Yonge-University subway, accessible via the 41 Keele bus
GO Transit & UP Express
- UP Express from Mount Dennis — direct train to Pearson Airport in ~20 minutes
- GO Transit — Mount Dennis — Kitchener line service to Union Station and beyond
- Regional GO bus connections available from major transit hubs
Highway Access
- Highway 401 — ~5 min drive east, the major east-west corridor across the GTA
- Highway 400 — ~10 min north, connecting to Barrie, Vaughan, and northern Ontario
- Allen Road — ~5 min west, providing a direct route south to the 401 and midtown
Airports
- Toronto Pearson (YYZ) — ~25 min via Hwy 401/400, or ~40 min via UP Express from Mount Dennis
- Billy Bishop (YTZ) — ~20 min by car or ~30 min via TTC subway + streetcar to the downtown island airport
Ride-Sharing & Car-Sharing
- Uber & Lyft — widely available throughout the area with quick pickup times
- Communauto & Zipcar — car-sharing services available in the neighbourhood for occasional use
- Visitor parking available at 630 Rogers Rd for guests and car-share pickups
Commute Times from 630 Rogers Rd
Downtown Toronto
~25 min
by car (off-peak)
Pearson Airport
~25 min
via Hwy 401/400
Highway 401
~5 min
drive to on-ramp
Yonge & Eglinton
~10 min
by car or bus
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