By Desmond Miller

At the York University Campus, TTC construction is the norm. But now, springing up next to one future TTC station, there is also turf, grandstands and a track.

Construction season has been in overdrive this year as Toronto prepares for the Toronto 2015 Pan and ParaPan American Games.

The new CIBC Pan Am and Parapan Am Athletics Stadium at York University is one venue of 17 across Toronto, and many other throughout Southern Ontario, York, Durham, Peel, Halton, Haliburton, Simcoe, Hamilton, and Niagara, that will welcome the best athletes from 41 American countries to compete in 36 Pan Am, and 15 ParaPan Am sports from July 10-26 and August 7-15, respectively.

The Games are being touted as the largest major multi-sport event held in Canada.

The influx of tourists and athletes will certainly bring a combination of commotion and excitement to the city, which will be palpable in Downsview as many of the events will be held right here in our community.

If you’re interested in seeing the games or becoming involved visit www.toronto2015.org where you will be able to find information about volunteer and work opportunities that are posted on an ongoing basis as preparation for the games continues, as well as information about many free arts and culture events related to the games.

If you’re interested in getting tickets for some of the sporting events remember that there are discounts available for those under the age of 16, and over the age of 65. Tickets can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.ca/toronto2015

Charities and other qualified donees can visit the Toronto Foundation “Friends of the Games” website at https://torontofoundation.ca/friends to apply for free tickets.

Also keep in mind that you can watch some events for FREE, including, Road Cycling, Sailing and Athletics (marathon, race walk events).

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PanAm Game events around Downsview and

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