Overview
Donald K. Johnson Centre, First Canadian Place
The Ivey Donald K. Johnson (DKJ) Centre, located in First Canadian Place at King and Bay, places Ivey Business School in the heart of Canada’s financial district.
Spanning 36,000 square feet, this state-of-the-art campus brings together thoughtfully designed classrooms, breakout spaces, and a 300-person event venue—creating a dynamic environment for learning, collaboration, and convening in downtown Toronto.
The opening of the DKJ Centre marks a transformational step in Ivey’s evolution, establishing an expanded presence and new opportunities for students, faculty, and partners to connect and engage.
Made possible through a historic $30-million gift from Ivey alumnus and Canadian business leader Donald K. Johnson, OC, MBA ’63, LLD ’07, the Centre reflects a bold vision for the future of business education.
100 King Street W, Suite 129 M5X 1C1
(Entrance located on Adelaide St. W.)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M5X 1C1
Details
Location
First Canadian Place
100 King Street W, Suite 129 M5X 1C1
(Entrance located on Adelaide St. W.)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M5X 1C1
Parking
From the West
Take the QEW to the Gardiner Expressway Eastbound toward downtown Toronto. Exit at York Street and travel north to King Street West. First Canadian Place is located at the intersection of King & Bay. Underground parking is available via entrances on York Street and Adelaide Street.
From the East
Take the Don Valley Parkway (DVP) south to the Gardiner Expressway Westbound. Exit at York Street and travel north to King Street West. First Canadian Place is located at King & Bay. Underground parking is available via entrances on York Street and Adelaide Street.
Parking
Underground parking is located beneath First Canadian Place with 24/7 access and entrances from York Street and Adelaide Street. Additional parking garages are available within a short walking distance throughout the Financial District.
Transit
Public Transit
Subway Take Line 1 (Yonge–University) to:
- King Station (closest)
- St. Andrew Station
- Union Station
All stations connect to First Canadian Place via Toronto’s underground PATH system.
Streetcar & Bus
- King Street streetcar (504 line)
- Bay Street bus routes
These provide direct access within steps of the building.
PATH Access
First Canadian Place is fully connected to Toronto’s PATH network, linking directly to subway stations, GO Transit, and surrounding office towers—allowing indoor access year-round.
Meetings and Events
The Donald K. Johnson Centre features three tiered classrooms (capacity 72) and one flat classroom (capacity 60), along with 22 breakout rooms designed to support collaborative, case-based learning. Other highlights include:
- Reception and event space accommodating up to 300 guests
- Technology-enabled classrooms with natural light
- Flexible meeting and collaboration spaces throughout
- On-site Administration amenities including touch-down desks, private phone booth, lockers, and kitchenette
- Convenient access via TTC (King Station), GO Transit (5-minute walk from Union Station), VIA Rail, and the underground PATH network
- Underground parking available via entrances on York Street and Adelaide Street