Toronto’s eastern waterfront will get its first public library branch. The project is part of the Quayside development and follows approval from Toronto City Council.

The City of Toronto, Toronto Public Library (TPL) and Waterfront Toronto announced the project on June 26. The new Toronto public library branch will serve one of the city’s fastest-growing neighbourhoods and expand access to public services.

Quayside is one of Toronto’s largest housing developments. Phase one will include about 563 affordable rental homes and 1,170 market rental homes. The Toronto Public Library said continued growth along Toronto’s eastern waterfront has increased demand for library services.