Jimmie Simpson Park

Jimmie Simpson Park

Jimmie Simpson Park in Toronto is a 2.6-hectare urban open space with a variety of sports and recreational facilities in the Riverside/Leslieville neighbourhood. The park features a baseball field, a multi-purpose sports field, basketball courts, two lighted tennis courts, a lighted hockey rink, and a children's play pool, perfect for team sports and family fun. The Jimmie Simpson Recreation Centre is also located adjacent to the park, offering activities such as swimming, indoor sports, and community-based programs. The space offers a mix of sports, green space, and public programs for all ages, providing an active and social environment in the heart of the neighbourhood.

Key Features & Amenities

• There are locker rooms and showers for pool users inside the Jimmie Simpson Recreation Centre.
• Street parking and nearby parking lots are available around the centre.
• The tennis and ice courts are floodlit.
• The indoor recreation centre has air conditioning, heating and cooling for the indoor areas.
• There are public water coolers and fountains throughout the park.
• Restrooms are available inside the Jimmie Simpson Recreation Centre for centre and pool users.
• Park restrooms are usually open during the warmer months and park hours.

Programs & Activities

Participating Sports

• Basketball (outdoor and group play)
• Badminton, volleyball, pickleball (indoor or park if available)
• Indoor skateboarding (for teens and young adults ages 13-24)
• Indoor skateboarding – The center’s skating rink operates during the fall, winter, and spring and is usually a drop-in (no pre-registration required).

Social and recreational programs

• Arts and skill development programs (e.g., music and creative space)
• Open Mic and art activity sessions
• Playtime and group activities for teens
• Cultural programs and seasonal festivals

How to book

The City of Toronto has different booking methods depending on the type of use (e.g. event, sport or special program):

1. Single-day or small event booking: This type of booking is for simple uses such as a gathering, photo shoot, group game, picnic or friendly practice and can be booked online between 14 days and 3 days in advance.
2. Bookings may include insurance and field/facility fees.
3. Depending on the use, it is also possible to book tennis, basketball, baseball or multi-purpose fields.
4. For this type of booking, use the Online Registration and Booking section.
5. Book halls, sports fields and facilities within the centre.
6. Select the type of activity (sport, rental session, training class, event) and day/time and finalise your booking.
7. The City of Toronto has different booking methods depending on the type of use (e.g. event, sport or special program):
8. Single-day or small event booking: This type of booking is for simple uses such as a gathering, photo shoot, group game, picnic or friendly practice and can be booked online between 14 days and 3 days in advance.
9. Bookings may include insurance and field/facility fees.
10. Depending on the use, it is also possible to book tennis, basketball, baseball or multi-purpose fields.
11. For this type of booking, use the Online Registration and Booking section.
12. Book halls, sports fields and facilities within the centre.
13. Select the type of activity (sport, rental session, training class, event) and day/time and finalise your booking.

Location & Accessibility & Contact 

1. Address: 872 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1H9, Canada

Contact information: 4163920751

3. Nearest stops and public transportation

Streetcar: Queen St East at Empire Ave (about 2–3 minutes walk) — from the 501 Queen streetcar line.

Buses 72C, 72, 121, 65, 8 stop near the park.

Metro: The closest subway line is Line 2 (Bloor–Danforth), but you will need to take a bus/streetcar to get to the park.

Train: Light rail services such as GO are nearby, but the best way to get around Toronto is by tram/bus.

FAQs

Are the facilities inside the park free?

Yes, the park is free and open to the public as a public park.

Is the park child-friendly?

Yes — The park has playgrounds, sports fields, and green spaces that are suitable for children and families.