Toronto—Danforth

Toronto—Danforth is a federal electoral district in East Toronto that stretches from Lake Ontario northward through established residential neighborhoods. The district encompasses East York, Riverdale, and Leslieville with a population of around 105,000 residents and roughly 76,500 registered voters.

This electoral district was established in 1976 as part of a major electoral reform that redrew constituency boundaries. The creation brought together portions of Broadview, York East, and Greenwood areas to form a unified district reflecting population shifts in East Toronto.

Greek, Chinese, and South Asian communities have left their mark on the neighborhoods here, visible in local restaurants, shops, and street celebrations. The area reflects a long history of different groups living together and building local traditions.

The neighborhoods within this district are easily explored on foot, with Danforth Avenue serving as a main corridor connecting different areas. Public transit runs throughout the zone, making it simple to move between Riverdale, Leslieville, and East York at your own pace.

Jack Layton, who represented this area from 2004 to 2011, went on to become the federal Opposition Leader before his tenure ended. His long presence in this district helped shape its identity during a significant period of Canadian politics.