Transit-oriented development (TOD) is a planning approach concentrating higher-density, mixed-use development around transit stations and stops, creating walkable neighbourhoods where residents can easily access transit for daily needs. TOD typically features residential, commercial, and employment uses within a short walk of transit, reducing automobile dependence. Benefits include increased transit ridership, reduced traffic congestion, more efficient land use, and lower household transportation costs. Successful TOD requires zoning supporting density near transit, pedestrian-friendly design, and coordination between transit agencies and municipalities. Many Canadian cities have adopted TOD policies, using transit investments to catalyze dense development. TOD is central to growth management strategies directing development to transit corridors rather than sprawling outward.