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2019May
TOURS PROGRAM
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TOURS PROGRAM
CELEBRATING
25
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bringing you historical music and architectural
walking tours of Yonge Street.
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HERITAGE TORONTO 2019 TOURS
There’s something for everyone on a Heritage Toronto tour
— whether you’re visiting the city or have lived here all your
life. Explore our rapidly-changing neighbourhoods, and
learn the little-known histories of our city and the amazing
life stories of Torontonians, past and present.
For the 2019 season, we are excited to offer ten new tours,
including two walks along Eglinton Avenue (pgs. 12, 13),
and a tour of one of the city’s oldest cemeteries — the
Toronto Necropolis (pg. 19). Tours run from May until
October. Bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and
dress for the weather — tours go rain or shine!
Tour Registration
We encourage you to register at heritagetoronto.org. Not only
will registration guarantee you a spot on the tour, it’s also the
best way to receive updates and additional tour materials.
Donation of $10 encouraged
Heritage Toronto is a charity that must raise the majority of
our operating funds. We only succeed in our work because
of our supporters. Please donate $10 on tours to help
us cover costs. Charitable tax receipts will be issued for
donations of $20 or more.
QUESTIONS?
For more information on our tours, please contact us at
416-338-0684 or HTdesk@toronto.ca.
About the Cover
This year, we celebrate the 25th year anniversary of our
Tours program. In 1994, the program launched with 18
tours. Since then, we have travelled throughout the city in
partnership with hundreds of local volunteers — by foot,
by bike, and by bus. We have explored a wide range of
subjects from Toronto’s immigration to its LGBTQ histories;
from the development of neighbourhoods to the heritage of
our waterfront, ravines, and parks. We have tackled timely
issues and embraced new ways of delivery, including
our first-ever digital tour on offer this season — Dundas +
Carlaw: Made in Toronto (pg. 15). Celebrate with us this
year, and join us on one of our 65 walks and bus tours.
Images by Herman Custodio, Emily Macrae, Hanifa
Mamujee, Agnes Manivit and Alex Willms.
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PUBLIC TOURS CALENDAR
May June
Creating Toronto Chinatown West
02 (pg. 11) 01 (pg. 11)
THU SAT
Schooners to
09 Architecture of a 02 Skyscrapers
Neighbourhood SUN
THU (pg. 21)
(pg. 9)
Creating Toronto
11 A Shore Thing 06 (pg. 11)
(pg. 9) THU
SAT
Remnants & Relics
12 Trees, Trails & Tales 08 (pg. 25)
(pg. 23) SAT
SUN
Industrial
16 Yorkville 09 Dundas + Carlaw
(pg. 25) SUN
THU (pg. 14)
Animals in
18 13 Streets
(pg. 21)
to Shelves
Urban Toronto THU
SAT
(pg. 8)
Pride Walk
19 Lady Action 15 (pg. 19)
(pg. 16) SAT
SUN
Liberty Reclaimed Hidden Treasures
23 (pg. 16)
16 in North Rosedale
THU SUN
(pg. 14)
Off the Beaten Path Liberty Reclaimed
30 (pg. 19) 20
THU (pg. 16)
THU
Eglinton East
22 (pg. 12)
SAT
Discover
23 Downsview
SUN
(pg. 12)
27 Good Eats
(pg. 13)
THU
Yonge Street
29 (pg. 23)
SAT
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NOTE: All tours on Thursday begin at 6:30 pm.
Check the tour descriptions for weekend hours.
July August
Lady Action Lady Action
04 (pg. 16) 01 (pg. 16)
THU THU
Architecture of a Anti-Greek Riots
06 Neighbourhood
03 (pg. 8)
SAT SAT
(pg. 9)
Eglinton West
Anti-Greek Riots 08 (pg. 13)
07 (pg. 8) THU
SUN
Schooners to
10 Skyscrapers
11 Industrial
Dundas + Carlaw
SAT
(pg. 21)
THU
(pg. 14)
11 Eglinton
(pg. 12)
East
SUN
Yorkville
13 (pg. 25)
SAT A Shore Thing
15 (pg. 9)
Off the Beaten Path THU
14 (pg. 19)
SUN Creating Toronto
17 (pg. 11)
SAT
Creating Toronto
18 (pg. 11)
THU Yonge Street
18 (pg. 23)
SUN
Yonge Street
20 (pg. 23) Architecture of a
SAT Neighbourhood
(pg. 9)
Chinatown West
21 (pg. 11) Yorkville
SUN 22 (pg. 25)
THU
Pride Walk
25 Good Eats
THU
(pg. 19) 24 (pg. 13)
SAT
Eglinton West
27 (pg. 13) Pride Walk
SAT 25 (pg. 19)
SUN
Liberty Reclaimed
28 (pg. 16) Creating Toronto
SUN 29 (pg. 11)
THU
Streets to Shelves
31 (pg. 21)
SAT
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PUBLIC TOURS CALENDAR
September October
Off the Beaten Path Architecture of a
05 (pg. 19) 03 Neighbourhood
THU THU
(pg. 9)
Lady Action
07 (pg. 16) Discover
SAT 05 Downsview
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(pg. 12)
Hidden Treasures
08 in North Rosedale
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(pg. 14)
Creating Toronto
12 (pg. 11)
THU
Trees, Trails & Tales
14 (pg. 23)
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Architecture
15
of a Neighbourhood
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(pg. 9)
Yonge Street
(pg. 23)
Yorkville
19 (pg. 25)
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Animals in
21 Urban Toronto
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(pg. 8)
*dog-walking tour
Remnants & Relics
22 (pg. 25)
SUN
Off the Beaten Path
26 (pg. 19)
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Liberty Reclaimed
28 (pg. 16)
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A Shore Thing
29 (pg. 9)
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Animals in Urban Toronto
Saturday, May 18, 1:30 PM
Saturday, September 21, 10:30 AM*
Trace the history of Toronto’s domestic animals, from the
gutter pigs who roamed the streets, to the thousands
of horses that transported people and goods. In the
19th century, residents lived and worked among a large
population of domestic animals that performed crucial
labour and supplied much needed resources.
Note: The tour on September 21 is a dog-walking tour. We
invite you and your furry friend to participate, but require
pre-registration as spaces are limited.
Start Point: Berczy Park (35 Wellington Street East)
End Point: Corktown Commons Park (155 Bayview Avenue)
Tour Sponsor:
Anti-Greek Riots
Sunday, July 7, 10:30 AM
Saturday, August 3, 10:30 AM
Learn how a misunderstanding between a returned First
World War veteran and a Greek diner owner resulted in one
of Toronto’s biggest riots. This event destroyed the majority
of Greek-owned business in the downtown core and
highlighted the grievances of masses of soldiers returning
home from war.
Start Point: 433 Yonge Street (south of College)
End Point: Old City Hall (60 Queen Street West)
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8 Heritage Toronto 2019 ToursArchitecture of a Neighbourhood:
Downtown Yonge
Thursday, May 9, 6:30 PM
Saturday, July 6, 10:30 AM
Sunday, August 18, 12:00 PM
Sunday, September 15, 10:30 AM & 1:30 PM*
Thursday, October 3, 6:30 PM
Explore the architecture of the neighbourhood that
surrounds Toronto’s iconic road, Yonge Street, from a large
university campus, to beautiful churches, and numerous
parks. Get an in-depth look at the side streets, laneways,
and the spaces between to discover a side of the area you
haven’t seen before.
Note: The tours on September 15 are offered during Open
Streets TO.
Start Point: Courtyard beside Pogue Mahone’s
(23 College Street)
End Point: Old City Hall (60 Queen Street West)
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A Shore Thing: Toronto’s Central Waterfront
Saturday, May 11, 10:30 AM
Thursday, August 15, 6:30 PM
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Take a walk on the water side and learn more about
harbourfront landmarks like the Toronto Harbour
Commission Building, the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal,
Harbourfront Centre, Ireland Park and Billy Bishop Airport
— not to mention several of the park spaces that now dot
the water’s edge.
Start Point: Toronto Harbour Commission Building
(60 Harbour Street)
End Point: Toronto Music Garden
(479 Queens Quay West)
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10 Heritage Toronto 2019 ToursChinatown West
Saturday, June 1, 10:30 AM
Sunday, July 21, 10:30 AM
Explore the sights, sounds, and smells of the historic
Chinatown West neighbourhood, the largest of the three
Chinatowns in Toronto. Hear stories of growing up in the
area, and learn about its hidden laneways, restaurants, and
businesses — from a notorious burlesque house, to one of
the oldest martial arts schools in Canada.
Start Point: Chinatown Centre (222 Spadina Avenue)
End Point: Dundas and Huron Streets
(421 Dundas Street West)
Creating Toronto: The Story of a City
Thursday, May 2, 6:30 PM
Thursday, June 6, 6:30 PM
Thursday, July 18, 6:30 PM
Saturday, August 17, 1:30 PM
Thursday, August 29, 6:30 PM
Thursday, September 12, 6:30 PM
Walk through the history of Toronto as we explore the
hidden gems of the St. Lawrence Neighbourhood, once
the Old Town of York, and connect today’s bustling city
with remnants from the past. This walk provides a great
introduction to the city for newcomers, with little-known
stories for those who already call Toronto home.
Start Point: South-end of Market Lane Park
(149 King Street East)
End Point: St. Lawrence Market (93 Front Street East)
Tour Sponsor:
Creating Toronto tour, 2018. Image: Herman Custodio
Heritage Toronto 2019 Tours 11Discover Downsview: More than a Park
Sunday, June 23, 1:30 PM
Saturday, October 5, 1:30 PM
Connect with Toronto’s urban wilderness and explore
the unique history of this park — its transformation from
a military base to a green space that is home to urban
agriculture and environmental stewardship programs.
Learn about the park’s natural characteristics and how
they represent diverse landscapes, such as the rare
tallgrass prairie.
Start/End Point: Sheppard West Hub (70 Canuck Avenue)
Discover Downsview tour, 2018. Image: Hanifa Mamujee
Eglinton East: The Golden Mile
Saturday, June 22, 1:30 PM
Sunday, August 11, 1:30 PM
Explore Scarborough’s Golden Mile. Once a small farming
township, the region’s surprising history includes a secret
munitions plant. Later touted as the epicentre of Canadian
industrial growth and idyllic suburban living, we’ll also
learn about the exciting revitalization plans for the area’s
future development.
Start Point: Toronto Water Tower
(Warden Avenue and Civic Road)
End Point: Ashtonbee Reservoir Park (10 Ashtonbee Road)
Tour Sponsor:
12 Heritage Toronto 2019 ToursEglinton West: Little Jamaica
Saturday, July 27, 1:30 PM
Thursday, August 8, 6:30 PM
Join us and the Ontario Black History Society for a trip
along Little Jamaica. We will explore the neighbourhoods’
vibrant businesses, and learn about this cultural hub for
Toronto’s Caribbean population, and current work on one
of the largest transit construction projects in the country.
Start Point: Eglinton West Subway Station
(1300 Eglinton Avenue West)
End Point: Randy’s Patties (1569 Eglinton Avenue West)
Tour Sponsor:
Good Eats:
A History of Food & Dining in Toronto
Thursday, June 27, 6:30 PM
Saturday, August 24, 10:30 AM
Explore Toronto’s food history, hidden in plain sight, from
the early rustic taverns of Muddy York to the foundations
of baking empires, and from opulent department store
restaurants to 24-hour diners. Learn how these diverse
and iconic locations contributed to the food haven that is
Toronto today.
Start Point: Black Bull Tavern (298 Queen Street West)
End Point: The Senator Restaurant (249 Victoria Street)
Good Eats tour, 2018. Image: Emily Macrae
Heritage Toronto 2019 Tours 13Hidden Treasures in North Rosedale
Sunday, June 16, 10:30 AM
Sunday, September 8, 10:30 AM
Uncover the history of the secluded North Rosedale
neighbourhood. We will trace its beginnings as a golf
course and lacrosse field, to the rise of its residential
development which spans various architectural styles that
were popular in the early decades of the 20th century.
Start Point: 1 Beaumont Road (east of Glen Road)
End Point: 93 Highland Ave (west of Glen Road)
Industrial Dundas + Carlaw
Sunday, June 9, 1:30 PM
Thursday, July 11, 6:30 PM
Discover the area’s industrial past and learn how this
modern neighbourhood was created. Heritage Toronto’s
first plaque district, Dundas + Carlaw was once the site
of international companies that employed thousands of
workers in Toronto’s east end. Today, the neighbourhood
is a thriving residential and cultural hub known for the
adaptive reuse of its factories.
Start Point: John Chang Neighbourhood Park
(50 Colgate Avenue)
End Point: Carlaw Avenue at Dundas Street East
(388 Carlaw Avenue)
Tour Sponsor:
Industrial Dundas + Carlaw tour, 2018. Image: Herman Custodio
14 Heritage Toronto 2019 ToursDUNDAS + CARLAW
MADE IN TORONTO
Woman carefully styles a doll's
hair with a comb.
Reliable Toy Co, Toronto, 1956. >
NEW self-guided digital tour!
Explore the industrial history of this Leslieville
neighbourhood, a manufacturing juggernaut
that sent products around the world and to the
top of Mount Everest.
*Available Summer 2019 on heritagetoronto.orgThis was the best of all the tours I have taken,
offered by Heritage Toronto or other groups.
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Lady Action: Toronto’s Trailblazing Women
Sunday, May 19, 10:30 AM
Thursday, July 4, 6:30 PM
Thursday, August 1, 6:30 PM
Saturday, September 7, 10:30 AM
Walk in the footsteps of Toronto’s trailblazing women, who
pushed boundaries in politics, broke the glass ceiling,
and changed the course of history in their city. Explore the
stories of suffragists, doctors, entrepreneurs, artists and
others who faced adversity and challenged the status quo.
Start Point: Allan Gardens (160 Gerrard Street East)
End Point: Grange Park (26 Grange Road West)
Liberty Reclaimed: History of the Village
Thursday, May 23, 6:30 PM
Thursday, June 20, 6:30 PM
Sunday, July 28, 1:30 PM
Saturday, September 28, 1:30 PM
Explore the west-end’s Liberty Village, one of the fastest-
growing condo and creative districts in the city. The
community’s rich heritage can be seen in the adaptive
reuse of its industrial buildings, the remains of the Central
Prison Chapel, and its many artists’ studios — but how
does it all fit together?
Start Point: Toronto Carpet Factory (67 Mowat Avenue)
End Point: Central Prison (70 East Liberty Street)
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Canadian National Exhibition
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Celebrating more than 140 years
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16 2 2019Off the Beaten Path: The Toronto Necropolis
Thursday, May 30, 6:30 PM
Sunday, July 14, 10:30 AM
Thursday, September 5, 6:30 PM
Thursday, September 26, 6:30 PM
Take a stroll through the Toronto Necropolis, one of the
city’s oldest cemeteries, and learn about the tapestry
of souls whose stories are seldom told, from former
American slaves, to women and immigrants. Known as
the resting place for prominent Torontonians and giants of
Canadian history, this cemetery was established to be non-
denominational and inclusive.
Start/End Point: Necropolis Cemetery
(200 Winchester Street)
Pride Walk: LGBTQ+ Heritage in the Village
Saturday, June 15, 4:00 PM
Thursday, July 25, 6:30 PM
Sunday, August 25, 10:30 AM
Join the ArQuives (formerly the Canadian Lesbian and Gay
Archives) on a walk through Toronto’s queer past. Visit
some of the sites of the Church-Wellesley village, where
for much of the past 70 years the LGBTQ+ community
congregated, and follow the footsteps of activists who
struggled to find a public space they could call their own.
Start Point: The ArQuives (34 Isabella Street)
End Point: AIDs Memorial at Barbara Hall Park
(519 Church Street)
Pride Walk, 2018
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The Fort York Neighbourhood
Sunday, June 2, 10:30 AM
Saturday, August 10, 10:30 AM
Explore the evolving landscape of the Fort York
neighbourhood – a gateway to Toronto’s past and present.
This former British military base is now one of the fastest
growing neighbourhoods in the city. On this walk, we’ll
examine its historic features, and learn about the city
infrastructure and people that helped shape the area.
Start Point: Fort York National Historic Site
(250 Fort York Boulevard)
End Point: Fort York Armoury (near 800 Fleet Street)
Streets to Shelves: Toronto’s Library System
Thursday, June 13, 6:30 PM
Saturday, August 31, 10:30 AM
Discover the shared spaces and social struggles of the
city’s many libraries. Both public and university libraries
have helped Torontonians learn and share knowledge for
more than a century. With nearly 1 million cardholders, the
Toronto Public Library is one of the busiest urban public
library systems in the world.
Start Point: Lillian H. Smith Library (239 College Street)
End Point: Toronto Reference Library (789 Yonge Street)
Yorkville Library, 1907. Image: Toronto Public Library
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22 Heritage Toronto 2019 ToursTrees, Trails & Tales: Baby Point
Sunday, May 12, 1:30 PM
Saturday, September 14, 1:30 PM
Join us as we explore Baby Point, a compact yet historically
rich area with natural, archeological and architectural
heritage. Learn about the evolution of human activity in the
neighbourhood, the area’s significant natural features, its
noteworthy residents, and its plans for the future.
Start Point: Baby Point Gates
(intersection of Jane and Annette Streets)
End Point: Baby Point Club (71 Baby Point Road)
Yonge Street: The Heart of Music City
Saturday June 29, 10:30 AM
Saturday July 20, 10:30 AM
Sunday August 18, 10:30 AM & 1:30 PM*
Sunday September 15, 12:00 PM & 2:30 PM*
See the sights and enjoy the tunes as we explore Toronto’s
rise as a music city, and the dynamic scene that is Yonge
Street, celebrating its legacy in Canadian music. From
Ronnie Hawkins to Ice-T, Yonge Street has grooved to the
best in the business for more than 50 years.
Note: The tours on August 18 and September 15 are
offered during Open Streets TO.
Start Point: 25 Carlton Street (east of Yonge)
End Point: One Richmond Street West
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Yonge Street tour, Image: Hanifa Mamujee
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Thursday, May 16, 6:30 PM
Saturday, July 13, 10:30 AM
Thursday, August 22, 6:30 PM
Thursday, September 19, 6:30 PM
Join us on a walk through Yorkville and explore the
transformation of one of Toronto’s most noteworthy
neighbourhoods. During the 1960s, Yorkville was the
Bohemian centre of the hippie and youth counter-culture
movements. Today, it is a destination for couture shopping,
fine art galleries, and celebrity watching.
Start/End Point: Village of Yorkville Park
(115 Cumberland St)
Yorkville tour, 2018. Image: Herman Custodio
Remnants & Relics:
Campbell House to Guild Park — Bus Tour
Saturday, June 8, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday, September 22, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Learn about the impact of the 1960s high-rise development
on Toronto’s heritage and what remains from the
demolition of several buildings. Tour the house of Chief
Justice Sir William Campbell, moved in 1972 to avoid
demolition, and then hop on a bus to Guild Park, where
you’ll see architectural fragments from historic Toronto
buildings. On our way there, we’ll stop at many other
examples of threatened historic properties.
Start/End Point: Campbell House Museum
(160 Queen Street West)
Cost: $90 for general public, $63 for members
Ticket price includes bagged lunch and
entry at Campbell House Museum.
Purchase in advance at heritagetoronto.org.
Heritage Toronto 2019 Tours 25EMERGING HISTORIANS Gravestones and Greenery tour, 2018. Image: Ian Darragh The Emerging Historians program empowers the next generation of city-builders by providing opportunities to build professional networks, develop skills sought after by employers, and gain meaningful work experience. For the 2019 Tour Season, Emerging Historians will work with mentors and staff to create digital and walking tours. We invite you to experience their hard work first hand by attending one (or all) of the Emerging Historian tours: Architecture of a Neighbourhood: Downtown Yonge (pg. 9) Creating Toronto: The Story of a City (pg. 11) Eglinton East: The Golden Mile (pg. 12) Eglinton West: Little Jamaica (pg. 13) Lady Action: Toronto’s Trailblazing Women (pg. 16) Liberty Reclaimed: History of the Village (pg. 16) Off the Beaten Path: The Toronto Necropolis (pg. 19) Yonge Street: The Heart of Music City (pg. 23) This program would not be possible without the support of our 2019 Emerging Historians Sponsors. Thank you for your commitment to empowering youth and fostering the next wave of Toronto’s city-builders. 26 Heritage Toronto 2019 Tours
PRIVATE TOURS
Want a unique experience or need flexible scheduling?
Consider booking a private tour! These tours are great
as a team-building event for corporations, a fun offsite
conference offer, or even a family reunion activity to
impress out-of-town cousins.
Pricing starts at $20/person. For detailed information, visit
heritagetoronto.org or call 416-338-0682.
Architecture of a Neighbourhood:
Downtown Yonge
Explore the architecture of the area that surrounds Toronto’s
iconic road, Yonge Street, and get an in-depth look at its side
streets, laneways, and the spaces between.
Creating Toronto: The Story of a City
Get the big picture overview of Toronto’s history while walking
through the heart of Toronto’s historic downtown core.
Liberty Reclaimed: History of the Village
Explore the west end’s Liberty Village, one of the fastest-
growing condominium and creative districts in the city
with a rich industrial and pre-industrial history.
Toronto’s First Chinatown
Travel to Toronto’s First Chinatown and discover the
landmarks, businesses, organizations, and people that were
the backbone of the Chinese community until the 1970s.
Liberty Reclaimed tour, 2018. Image: Kadi Kaljuste
Heritage Toronto 2019 Tours 27DO YOU LIVE IN A
CENTURY HOUSE?
CELEBRATE YOUR
HOME’S HERITAGE
Century House Plaques allow Toronto’s residents
to showcase the history of their homes and serve as
elegant address markers.
AVAILABLE TO ANY 100+ YEAR-OLD HOME
Custom-made and locally produced
$250 FEE includes research and shipping
APPLY TODAY: heritagetoronto.org/centuryhouse
CONTACT: 416-392-3996
heritageplaques@toronto.ca
* Your Century House Plaque supports
Heritage Toronto, a charity celebrating
the history and diversity of our city.
“The plaque is beautifully-made and
we are very proud to place it on
our home. Thank you for involving
owners in this meaningful way.”
Anne, NewtonbrookHERITAGE TORONTO
Heritage Toronto is a charity and agency of the City of
Toronto that celebrates and commemorates the city’s rich
heritage and the diverse stories of its people, places, and
events. Through our programs, including walking tours,
State of Heritage Report, and historical plaques, we engage
the public to reflect on the past—both to make sense of our
present and to inform our future.
Our plaques program accepts applications year-round and
holds several public presentations annually.
ANNOUNCING OUR FIRST 2019 PLAQUE
PRESENTATION: MAPLE LEAF STADIUM
May 8, 5:30 pm | 50 Stadium Road
Join us on the waterfront as we celebrate the location of
Maple Leaf Stadium, where Toronto’s first minor league
baseball team played from 1921 to 1967. Thousands of
Torontonians cheered on the Toronto Maple Leafs as they
won five of their ten championships here.
For information on other plaque presentations and events,
visit heritagetoronto.org or sign up for our e-newsletter.
Heritage Toronto 2019 Tours 29DOORS OPEN
View from outside The Cinema in TD Centre Concourse,
Ron Vickers, 1967. Image courtesy of TD Bank Group
Saturday, May 25 & Sunday, May 26
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Join Cadillac Fairview, Heritage Toronto, and TD Bank
Group for an exclusive tour of TD Bank’s brand-new
conference facility; the first public event to be held in
the space. Located directly below the historic Banking
Pavilion, the two-level facility pays tribute to Toronto’s
natural landscape through its integration of design and art.
The space formerly housed The Cinema, a 700-seat first-
run movie theatre, and the bank’s vaults for wills. Visitors
will see the vaults incorporated into the design, including
the “Jewel Box,” which contains an exhibit on the history of
the TD Centre. The TD Conference Centre also showcases
diverse treasures from the Bank’s corporate art collection
including sculptures from TD’s Inuit Art Collection.
Location: TD Conference Centre, Concourse Level,
77 King Street West
(enter from 66 Wellington Street West or
222 Bay Street)
Note: Capacity is limited! Groups of 15 will be escorted
through the space. Please arrive early and be prepared to wait.
Last entry is at 3:30 pm. People arriving after 1:30 pm may be
turned away.
Program Partners:
30 Heritage Toronto 2019 ToursHERITAGE TORONTO AWARDS
Love heritage? Join 500 people like yourself to network
and celebrate outstanding achievements in the field. This
year, the Heritage Toronto Awards will be held on Monday,
October 28, at The Carlu.
The premier event for Toronto’s heritage field, the Heritage
Toronto Awards attract innovators, decision-makers, history
buffs, writers, and architecture-philes. Awards are given in
four categories: Community Heritage, Public History, Book,
and Built Heritage.
Nominations for all categories are open to the public.
Nominations close on Monday, June 24 and must be
submitted through www.heritagetoronto.org.
Images: Herman Custodio and Hanifa Mamujee
Heritage Toronto 2019 Tours 31MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAMS All active members will receive notification when registration opens for these events, six weeks prior to the date. For events where space is limited, registration will be by lottery. DOWNTOWN PHOTO WALK Tuesday, July 9, 6:30 PM Sunday, October 6, 1:30 PM Grab your favourite camera and join two leading architectural photographers for a photo walk through St. Lawrence Market and the Financial District. See the city through fresh eyes as we focus our discussion on how composition and light can help you get the best building shots for your personal portfolio or Instagram page. Please bring a camera (DSLR or phone) that you are comfortable using. Start Location: Berczy Park End Location: Union Station 150 YEARS OF CONCERTS IN TORONTO Date and location TBC Keep on rockin’ in the free world! Join Dundurn Press and co-authors Rob Bowman and Daniel Tate for an afternoon discussion of their new book The Flyer Vault: 150 Years of Toronto Concert History. This talk will be a visual tour-de- force showcasing our city’s vast concert history and tracing seminal moments in our music heritage. Massey Hall members tour, 2018 32 Heritage Toronto 2019 Tours
BECOME A MEMBER!
Join our membership and help Heritage Toronto build a
compassionate city which honours its diverse stories.
You’ll also receive discounts on programs — like 30% off
ticketed bus tours.
MEMBERS CIRCLE
q $40 Individual q $35 Seniors & Under-30s
q $75 Family/Dual q $65 Seniors & Under-30s
Benefits
• Invitation to member-only events and tours
• 30% discount on bus tours
CONTRIBUTORS CIRCLE
q $80 Individual q $70 Seniors & Under-30s
q $150 Family/Dual q $130 Seniors & Under-30s
ALL benefits of Members Circle +
• FREE admission to Toronto History Museums
PATRONS CIRCLE
q $200 Individual q $350 Family/Dual
ALL benefits of Contributors Circle +
• Recognition in Annual Report Tax Receipt
For more information or to apply online, visit our website at
heritagetoronto.org/join&give/membership
You can also complete this form and mail to:
RE: MEMBERSHIP Heritage Toronto
157 King St. East, 3rd Floor Toronto, ON M5C 1G9
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ADDRESS
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DAY PHONE
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