Toronto reports fewer park encampments, but 48 parks still have tents

City data show the number of people living in tents in Toronto parks fell from 539 in November 2024 to 196 in December 2025, with encampments reported in 48 parks.

Toronto officials say the number of people living in tents in city parks has declined after rising during the COVID-19 period. City budget data presented to councillors show encampments increased through 2024 and reached 539 people by November 2024. The city reports a steady decline since then. As of December 2025, staff said 196 people were recorded living in tents across 48 parks. Key facts: - By November 2024, 539 people were recorded living in tents in Toronto parks. - The city reported 196 people in tents as of December 2025, with encampments in 48 parks, down from 107 the previous year. - Stephen Conforti, Toronto’s chief financial officer, told councillors the shelter system and work on encampments are improved compared with Jan. 8, 2025. - A report led by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario found about 85,000 people experienced homelessness in the province last year, including roughly 20,000 children and youth, and that more than half experienced homelessness for six months or longer. Summary: The city reports a notable drop in the number of people living in tents in parks between late 2024 and the end of 2025, while tents remain in 48 parks. Officials link their work on encampments to broader system pressures such as housing supply and income supports. Undetermined at this time.