Getting to TISC
TISC is conveniently located minutes from the downtown core. For ease, we've included maps and written directions to the club via the Toronto Island Marina tender (the marina's tender) and the Centre Island ferry. Whether you take TTC/GO Train, drive, or cycle, it's easy to reach us. Once you've arrived on the island keep to your right and follow the asphalt path to our clubhouse. View large map |
Toronto Island Marina Tender The preferred means to get to TISC is the Toronto Island Marina Tender. The dock is located at the foot of York Street, just east of 207 Queen’s Quay Terminal (see map above). It's just a short walk from Union Station or the 509 LRT TTC Route. Departure to the island is from the dock located behind the Waterfront BeaverTails on the east side of Farm Boy. This dock is shared with a water taxis and the QCYC tender. Once you have arrived on the island (B, on the map below), keep to your right and follow the asphalt path right to our clubhouse (A, on the map below). | TIM Fees & ScheduleTISC members are entitled to discounted bulk tickets (8 for $34) or a Individual Season Pass ($220 + tax) available at the Marina office. Friends meeting you at TISC can pay the TIM Boat Captain cash when boarding ($8 on weekdays and $10 on weekends). Bicycle allowance - under Captain's discretion - is limited to 6 bicycles per trip. Check the Tender Schedule frequently as it changes in frequency often as we lead into the summer. Follow the tender on Twitter and Instagram, @TIMtender, for any schedule changes and updates. |
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Centre Island Ferry
From Union Station take 509 Harbourfront or 510 Spadina streetcar south, or Bay Bus #6 southbound from Front and Bay, to the Bay and Queen's Quay stop. Entrance to Jack Layton Ferry Terminal is on south side of the street, west of Westin Harbour Castle hotel. Tickets can be purchased on site or in advance online. Monthly passes can be bought in person at the Terminal office. Tickets bought are valid until Dec. 31st. Note that there is often a long wait on weekends. Once you have arrived on the island (C, on the map above), keep to your right and follow the asphalt path to to the Toronto Island Marina and keep following it to our clubhouse (A, on the map above). The ferry back to the city is free. |
From Union StationWalkingIt's a 10 to 15 minute walk from Union Station to either the TIM tender dock or the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal. Via TTC 509 or 510 LRTFrom Union Station take 509 Harbourfront or 510 Spadina streetcar south, or Bay Bus #6 southbound from Front and Bay to the Bay and Queen's Quay stop. Take the 509 LRT from Union or Spadina subway stations. ParkingThere are a few parking lots close to the tender dock. However, rates often increase when there's a baseball game an event at the AC Centre. Two lots in the area are 88 Queens Quay W and 200 Queens Quay W. which you can also access from Lower Simcoe street. CyclingThe Martin Goodman trail along the waterfront takes you directly to the TIM tender dock. If you're cycling southbound to the tender, there are bike lanes on Yonge, Simcoe and Sherbourne streets. | Toronto Island Marina Video OverviewToronto Island Sailing Club leases their land from the Toronto Island Marina. TISC members have access to their Tender Service as stated in a section near the top of this page. Watch this video for an overview of the Toronto Island Marina. |