Learn about the adaptive reuse of this east-end neighbourhood’s industrial buildings and the stories of the people who worked, lived, and played here.
This tour takes place in a busy urban environment with car traffic. Abide by all traffic and safety rules.
Stay aware.
Explore and learn with care!
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Tour time
About 45 minutes
Tour Distance
1.2 kilometers
Starting Point
Start at the southwest corner of Queen Street East and Carlaw Avenue (943 Queen Street East)
Accessibility
City sidewalks with 12 stair steps between stops 7 and 8. We provide an alternate route with no stairs.
Thank you
Heritage Toronto would like to thank the following individuals and organizations for their support:
- Councillor Paula Fletcher
- Joanne Doucette
- Louis and Linda Luciani
- Diane Miller
- Yvonne Nearing
- Denise White and Marylou Wilkins Miller
- City of Toronto Museum and Heritage Services
- The History Factory
- The Leslieville Historical Society
- Mars Wrigley Confectionery
- Woods Canada
… and all the people who shared their memories of the area with us.
Team credits
Illustrations by Ian Phillips
