
2256 Lake Shore West is a proposed two-tower development in Mimico, rising 10 and 37 storeys at the northwest corner of Lake Shore Boulevard West and Legion Road. Designed by Core Architects for 2589727 Ontario Ltd, the project will bring 575 condominium units with ground-floor retail, along with dedicated parkland and contributions toward nearby green space improvements.
Mimico is the gateway to Toronto’s west-end waterfront neighbourhoods. This established community is well known for it’s scenic lakefront parks and excellent recreational facilities. Mimico is within a short commute of downtown Toronto and features its own Go Transit train station located on Royal York Road. Mimico residents come out in droves to show their community spirit at a number of local events including the annual “Lakeshore Community Festival” and the Etobicoke-Lakeshore Christmas Parade. There is also an annual “Mimico Festival” held every August in Amos Waites Park. This event is always followed by a kite flying contest held the next day at Humber Bay Park.