Is CFB Downsview still an active military base?

No. The base closed in 1996. Most of the land is now public parkland and redevelopment space operating as Downsview Park.

Do you need tickets to visit?

General access to Downsview Park is free. Tickets are required only for specific events or paid activities held within the park.

How long should you plan to spend?

A simple walk or casual visit usually takes one to two hours. Festivals, sports bookings, or events can easily fill half a day or more.

Can you still see military buildings?

Yes. Some former hangars and base structures remain and have been repurposed for sports, education, and event uses.

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Hotels near the CFB Downsview

CFB Downsview, formally Canadian Forces Base Toronto, isn’t an active base anymore.

Why stay near CFB Downsview

CFB Downsview, formally Canadian Forces Base Toronto, isn’t an active base anymore. Today, its former airfield is Downsview Park, a 291‑acre public green space in North York. People come for long walking and cycling paths, big festivals like VELD Music Festival, and the unusual sense of openness you don’t often get inside Toronto. The most distinctive thing is what’s under your feet: this was once one of Canada’s key military aviation sites, and the park still follows the lines of old runways, hangars, and service roads.

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