Comparisons
Ontario vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Canada: Quebec and British Columbia
Ontario in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Ontario peaked in 1976-1990. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Ontario, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Toronto, Ottawa and Hamilton. Out of the three cities, Hamilton does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Hamilton followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase.
Ontario in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Ontario is Sarnia with an SNDi of 3.66, which is relatively sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Peterborough with an SNDi of 2.02, which is well-connected. See trends for these cities: Peterborough, Sarnia
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Ontario rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Ontario, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Toronto, Ottawa and Hamilton. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Ontario follow the same region trend.