Church Wellesley Village

Welcome to Church Wellesley Village

Church Wellesley Village is an inviting pocket of Toronto known for being lively and diverse. It is often referred to as the Gay Village, because of the many LGBTQ communities that call the area home. Gay residents and their neighbours enjoy gathering at great restaurants, specialty shops, and hot nightclubs. Every year Church Village is visited by millions of people for Pride Week celebrations and the spectacular Pride Parade. There is also a strong arts and theatre presence in the Church Wellesley area, offering great venues for performers. Church Wellesley Village is a downtown neighbourhood that beams with pride all year long.

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 “you’ll love”

The love! Church Wellesley Village embraces people, and you’ll feel the love wherever you go. The 519 is a local charitable agency dedicated to health and happiness support for LGBTQ people. Glad Day Bookshop has expanded into an accessible space that hosts workshops, readings, and events. If you’re looking for nightlife there are lots of places where you can join the party and meet friends, old and new.

 the neighbours

Are welcoming and fun! Real Estate in Church Village is very popular among people from Toronto and around the world seeking a cultural haven. The majority of residents are 25 to 50, with a high percentage of single person households. Church Wellesley Village condos are popular, with a majority living in buildings over five stories. 

Local Insight: “Pride Week is the one of the best events in Toronto. The streets are crowded with life and love, and pure joy!” 

 what its like to live here

What to Expect: A cultural hub. The area has a great walkability score, with dining, shopping, and entertainment nearby. The Phoenix Concert Theatre, Betty Oliphant Theatre, National Ballet School, and Buddies in Bad Times Theatre all entertain locals and visitors with a wide array of performances. Church Street Jr. Public School is conveniently located for kids. Commuters are near to streetcars, buses, and Wellesley subway station. The Gardiner Expressway and DVP are not far away for drivers. Downtown is walkable too, with even more shopping and entertainment. 

What NOT to Expect: There aren’t many single family homes for sale in Church Wellesley Village, but there are many great condo buildings. Traffic can also be congested here if you’re driving.

A Day in the Life: Start your day in the heart of The Village with coffee on your condo's balcony. Walk to the cafe for a strawberry breakfast crepe and shake. Eat in Barbara Hall Park while neighbours walk dogs and gather to talk. Shop at a formalwear shop for your next date night look. Then, meet your friends for dinner at the corner patio of an Irish pub while watching people walk by on their way to another great night out. Then it’s time for dancing at Woody’s and maybe the Black Eagle (if you find yourself in the mood for leather). The night is yours! 

In Summary: Church Wellesley Village is a welcoming neighbourhood, home to a vibrant gay community who enjoy the energy of downtown.