Tyndale Green NHIS Toronto, ON
3377 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, Ontario
Project Overview
Dougan Ecology was the lead natural heritage consultant on the Tyndale Green residential community project led by Collecdev-Markee (formerly Markee Developments) in Toronto. Dougan’s role included developing a Terms of Reference (TOR) and Natural Heritage Impact Study (NHIS) in consultation with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and City of Toronto Ravine and Natural Feature Protection staff. Field studies included Ecological Land Classification, seasonal botanical inventories, breeding bird surveys, incidental wildlife observations, Species at Risk and Significant Wildlife Habitat assessments
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Natural Heritage Inventory -
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Habitat Design and Restoration -
Assessment and Monitoring
Project Highlights
The NHIS demonstrated an overall net gain in natural heritage cover and enhanced ecological functions while balancing the need for affordable housing. With Dougan’s natural heritage and landscape design expertise, the project team developed system-level approaches to improve the extent and vitality of Tyndale Green’s green infrastructure through biodiversity enhancements and the integration of other green elements into the built environment and recreational landscapes of the site.
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Successfully gained approval for the Terms of Reference
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Collaborated closely with TRCA and RNFP staff to secure NHIS approval
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Completed extensive field studies, including botanical and breeding bird surveys
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Assessed for Species at Risk and Significant Wildlife Habitat
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Achieved a measurable net gain in the site’s ecological function
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Integrated ecological design principles into the built community
Our Approach
Our approach ensures that each project balances development with ecological integrity. By establishing clear Terms of Reference we streamline the approval process. We conduct comprehensive environmental assessments to protect and enhance biodiversity, with a focus on measurable ecological gains. By integrating ecological principles into the built environment, we create sustainable communities where natural and developed spaces coexist in harmony. This approach delivers long-term value, setting a new standard for responsible and sustainable development.
