Toronto Islands

The Toronto Islands (formerly known as Island of Hiawatha and is also known as Menecing) are a chain of small islands in the city of Toronto, Ontario.Comprising the only group of islands in the western part of Lake Ontario, the Toronto Islands are located just offshore from the city centre, and provide shelter for Toronto Harbour.The islands are a popular recreational destination, and are home to a small residential community and to the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.They are connected to the mainland by several ferry services.In 2015, an underwater pedestrian tunnel will be completed connecting the Toronto mainland at the foot of Eireann Quay to Billy Bishop Airport.The tunnel provides no access to the balance of the islands.