Canterbury Place Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living
Forestview Retirement Residence
Description
Canterbury Place Retirement Residence is ideal for independent seniors and those in need of a little extra support in a place where luxury, comfort, and security are just a part of everyday living! Centrally located in the vibrant North York neighbourhood, you can be as active or relaxed as you choose with specialized programs, amenities, and exceptional dining opportunities designed to enrich your lifestyle and feed the soul. Our "Life Enrichment" programs offer physical, social, and intellectual opportunities. In-house chefs and the Living Loving Local farm-to-table program offers fresh, balanced, and nutritious cuisine. Perfectly located walking distance shops, restaurants, the library and parks. Canterbury Place where luxury, comfort and security are part of everyday living!
Forestview Retirement Residence is a place where natural beauty and modern living come together in perfect balance. Overlooking a beautiful, tree-lined ravine and the West Don Parkland Conservation Area, the residence offers a serene setting—while remaining just moments from the conveniences, services, and energy of North York.
Designed with both comfort and flexibility in mind, Forestview is a thoughtfully appointed five-storey community with 128 suites, each offering a warm and welcoming place to call home. Here, residents can enjoy a lifestyle that adapts with them, supported by customizable services and a range of living options that make it easy to age in place with confidence and dignity.
Whether you’re seeking the independence of a maintenance-free lifestyle, the added reassurance of assisted living, or a short-term stay for recovery or respite, Forestview provides the right level of support—when and how you need it. Throughout the residence, inviting amenities and shared spaces are designed to enrich daily life, foster connection, and support well-being at every stage.
At its heart, Forestview is a community defined by comfort, care, and a deep respect for each resident’s journey—offering not just a place to live, but a place to truly belong.
What do you do differently or uniquely well?
What do you do differently or uniquely well?
Our team prides ourselves in having an interpersonal approach for each resident and their needs. We understand one size doesn’t fit all and do our best to accommodate/personalize the needs of each resident. It is our collaborative approach and living the motto "It takes a Village”, that allows us to give a supportive environment to both our residents and team.
Named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the third consecutive year (2023–2025) the prestigious award recognizes Verve’s proven leadership in retirement residence management, its strong and values‑driven employee culture, and its ongoing focus on innovation and exceptional resident experience across its communities.
Choosing a retirement residence often comes down to everyday experiences and trust in care. Forestview Retirement Residence stands out in North York through its warm, relationship-driven approach, where staff truly know each resident. Flexible, personalized services allow care to evolve, supporting independent living, assisted living, and short-term stays in one familiar setting. Surrounded by a peaceful ravine, it offers rare access to nature alongside urban convenience. Residents enjoy engaging dining, welcoming shared spaces, and a strong sense of community shaped by resident feedback and ambassador programs. The result is a vibrant environment where residents feel at home and families feel confident in their care.
What supports do you offer residents as they adjust to life there?
What supports do you offer residents as they adjust to life there?
Not only is our team involved in the transition for new residents, but they are also assigned to one of our dedicated Resident Ambassadors. Our ambassadors are an additional point of contact to help assimilate them to the community.
Moving into a new home is a meaningful step, and Forestview makes the transition welcoming for residents and families. Through the Resident Ambassador program, newcomers are paired with friendly peers who offer companionship, share meals, and help them settle in. At the same time, dedicated team members ensure every detail is thoughtfully addressed, with leaders connecting personally to understand each resident’s needs and preferences. The Dining Services Manager learns dietary preferences, while the Life Enrichment Manager introduces activities and social opportunities. Together, these touches create a warm, supported start where residents feel comfortable, confident, and at home.
How are residents supported if their needs change?
How are residents supported if their needs change?
At Canterbury Place, residents can continue living independently while arranging additional support if their needs evolve. The residence offers independent and independent supportive living, with services that can be coordinated to assist with daily routines while residents remain in familiar surroundings and connected to the community. The goal is to help residents maintain independence while ensuring help is available when needed.
Residents are regularly supported through ongoing assessments every six months, ensuring any changes in care needs are identified early. As needs evolve, residents may transition from independent living to assisted living, where they receive priority placement and additional support. We also offer flexible care packages within independent living to help residents remain in their suites longer. If further assistance is required, outside support services can be arranged. Our housekeeping and dining staff play an active role in monitoring residents’ well-being and communicating changes, helping ensure a smooth and supportive transition within the community.
Under what conditions would you advise someone against choosing your community?
Under what conditions would you advise someone against choosing your community?
Canterbury Place tends to appeal to seniors who appreciate an active retirement lifestyle with dining, amenities, and opportunities to connect with others. Residents here enjoy shared spaces, programs, and services that make daily life comfortable and engaging. Someone seeking a very quiet setting with minimal amenities or little community interaction may find another type of residence more aligned with their preferences.
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What might residents find surprising about your community?
What might residents find surprising about your community?
Residents are extremely happy to be connected to a Bank and Walk-In Clinic/Pharmacy (includes dental, optometry, massage therapy and more).
We have three large plots in our backyard that are used to grow vegetables and a few different types of berries. It is a joint venture with our Resident run Gardening Club and our Culinary team. When the produce is ripe, we clean them off and serve them within our dining room. This is about as local as you can get!
How will your community change in the next five years?
How will your community change in the next five years?
In the coming years, Canterbury Place will continue building on the lifestyle residents already enjoy. The focus will remain on enhancing wellness programs, dining experiences, and opportunities for social connection while maintaining the welcoming environment and attentive service that define the community. The goal is to continue evolving in ways that support residents’ independence, wellbeing, and enjoyment of everyday life.
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What five facts about your community should people know?
What five facts about your community should people know?
1) Verve Senior Living was awarded one of Canada's Best Managed Companies in 2023
2) Canterbury Place is a welcoming group of diverse team members and residents.
3)Conveniently located near Police and Fire Department
4) Minutes away from TTC, Subway and Go Transit
5) Minutes away from local Churches.
1. Forestview is only 5 years old, making us the newest Retirement Residence in North York.
2. We are located within a large campus with walking paths through out.
3. We are owned by Advent Health Care Corporation. It is a faith based not-for-profit, offering more affordable rates.
4. We have won the 2022 and 2023 Consumer Choice Award for business excellence in the category of Senior Care/Retirement Residences within the Toronto Central Region.
5. A warm, welcoming community, with caring, attentive team members.
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