The plan is to revamp transportation and infrastructure, create affordable housing opportunities and establish "clear governance policies related to data protection and privacy." Sidewalk will do so by implementing autonomous transit lines, "climate-positive" energy systems with an eye toward sustainability.

To ensure Toronto residents have a say in how Quayside is built out, there will be a series of town hall meetings starting November 1st. Given Toronto's tech and startup scene, it's any wonder why Google picked the Canadian city from a sea of proposals.