Walkability goes beyond just having sidewalks. It’s about creating neighborhoods where people of all ages and abilities can safely and comfortably get to the places they need every day. That means prioritizing access, safety, and proximity to essentials within a walkable, human-scaled environment. This is especially important for those who are often overlooked in traditional planning, like babies and toddlers, caregivers, older adults, and people with mobility challenges.

This Walkability Index Map was developed using a composite scoring system based on the Pedestrians First framework by the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP), along with principles from the 15-minute city model.

We focused on spatial indicators that reflect daily needs and equity, especially for families and individuals with limited mobility. These include:

• Proximity to rapid transit

• Access to greenways and parks

• Walking distance to key services like childcare, schools, fresh food, and healthcare

Each neighborhood (census dissemination area) was given a score from 0 to 100%, showing how well it supports walkable, livable communities. Higher scores mean better access and alignment with inclusive, people-first urban planning.