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Past Toronto's published service standard

This report is 32 days old. The city's standard for Water Drainage is 1 days. Councillors are the right escalation when 311 is past its own deadline.

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Sinkhole with standing water

ref: STO-B6X5L8

city ref: 09146133 Track on 311

Water Drainage Snap City acknowledged

Open 33 days

Toronto Water: 1 days

City service request (311)

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Updated about 1 month ago

The lines below are from the City of Toronto's acknowledgement email. They are estimates from the city, not a guarantee of when the issue will be fixed on the ground.

Your Reference Number: 09146133 Service request type: Road - Sinking Expected service delivery: 2026-04-21, 9:34 p.m. Estimated resolution timeframe: The Service Request will be resolved within 5 days. Service address (city record): Ellesmere Rd & Dolly Varden Blvd

Ellesmere Road, Toronto

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Reported on Wed, Apr 15, 2026 at 10:28 PM · 1mo ago

Report Details

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A large sinkhole approximately 3-4 feet long and 2 feet deep has formed beside the sidewalk on Ellesmere Road, filled with standing water, mud, and debris, creating a tripping hazard for pedestrians. The depression indicates a possible drainage system failure or blockage, as it is located near a catch basin and sewer infrastructure. The surrounding catch basins in the area average 66 years old, suggesting aging infrastructure may be contributing to drainage issues.