The on-going Ajax shoreline restoration project is taking a nature-based approach, using cobbles and larger stones to mimic the lake’s historic coastal conditions and work in harmony with natural processes.
“Over time, natural wave action will gradually shift these materials into place, helping to establish a more stable and gradual shoreline. Much of the larger material will remain below the waterline, supporting long-term stability while improving habitat for aquatic and shoreline species,” said a statement from Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), which is working in partnership with the Canada Water Agency on the project.
The project is funded through the Government of Canada’s Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative. The statement did not mention the value of the funding.
Construction of the first phase is now underway. Future phases will extend the restoration east toward Veteran’s Point Gardens and west toward Lion’s Point.
Ajax Waterfront Park has served the community for more than 60 years. Over time, ongoing erosion has affected shoreline stability, creating risks for nearby infrastructure, including sections of the Waterfront Trail.
While this work focuses on the Ajax shoreline, it is part of the Land to Lake Initiative supported by the Canada Water Agency.
