Major Sinkhole at Busy East York Intersection Causes Commuter Chaos

On Aug. 28, 2025, a massive sinkhole opened up outside of East York Collegiate Institute in Toronto — causing commuter chaos and sparking safety concerns.

What Happened?

• City crews responded to reports of a broken watermain at the the busy intersection of Coxwell Avenue and Cosburn Avenue — south of O’Connor Drive — late in the evening on Aug. 27. By sunrise, a major sinkhole formed.
• “The incident led to street flooding, pavement damage and a sinkhole at the intersection. Two basement floods have been reported to the city so far,” the City of Toronto said in an emailed statement to CityNews.
• No injuries have been reported.
• Drivers and pedestrians are urged to avoid the intersection and follow posted detour signs.

Sinkhole Near You? Next Steps for Drivers

Sinkholes can happen suddenly — potentially causing a serious car or pedestrian accident in Toronto.

If a sinkhole causes a crash on your commute, police urge drivers to:

1. Avoid the accident area so that officials can safely investigate.
2. Reduce speed in areas with high pedestrian activity.
3. Remain extra vigilant when navigating intersections.

Your Rights After a Car Accident in Toronto

If you’re injured in a car accident in Toronto — whether as a driver, passenger, cyclist, or pedestrian — you may be entitled to:

• Accident benefits under the province’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS).
• Additional compensation through a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Ontario imposes strict timelines — some insurer deadlines are days after an accident. Speak to Samfiru Tumarkin LLP before accepting a settlement.

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