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Nov 5, 2023 · Along with Staples, Home Depot and Metro, the neighbourhood is now home to local breweries and restaurants. The Stock Yards Village shopping mall takes up the north-west corner of the Keele and...
- The Stockyards District
The Stockyards District gets its name from its roots in the...
- The Stockyards District
Apr 16, 2024 · Whether you’re a Toronto resident or a visitor, the Toronto Historic Registry is an invaluable resource for discovering and appreciating the rich heritage that continues to shape the city. Take a journey through time and explore the stories and significance behind Toronto’s iconic landmarks.
Apr 3, 2020 · What would the 6ix be like without the traffic jams, CN Tower, and bustling city centres? You don't need to build yourself a time machine to get a glimpse of historic Toronto. This virtual map will transport you back in time to the year of your choice, so you can see what life was like.
- Madeline Forsyth
- Senior Writer
Across Canada, the 1958 competition and the project’s completion in 1965 greatly influenced the procurement and design of civic buildings and spaces by raising expectations for high-quality public space, spurring investment in civic architecture and infrastructure, and confirming the value of architectural competitions in fostering innovation.
The heyday of the modern planning movement was in the 1940s to the 1960s, and the Don Mills concept was repeated in spirit and in style across Canada. Eventually, strong public reaction brought modern planning almost to a halt within the city of Toronto. The battles centred on saving the Old City Hall and stopping the Spadina Expressway.
Canadian Urbanism Uncovered | Toronto Architecture, Urban Design, Public Transit, City Hall, Parks, Walking, Bikes, Streetscape, History, Waterfront, Maps, Public Spaces.
Founded in 2001 by activist and author Dave Meslin, the Toronto Public Space Committee (TPSC) has been working to protect Toronto’s shared common spaces from commercial influence and privatization.
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