Looking northeast from Nathan Phillips Square, once part of The Ward neighbourhood, on Queen St W, west of Bay St in downtown Toronto.
This archive photo was included in a report highlighting the poor state of housing in Toronto. The property was situated in “The Ward,” which was known as an infamous slum in the city’s core. Today, this site is occupied by the Nathan Phillips Square ice rink and reflecting pool.
Old City Hall is also visible in the background. This majestic landmark took a decade to build and opened in 1899. In 1965, the building became a courthouse when the new Toronto City Hall was completed.
Then and Now
SOURCE
- City of Toronto Heritage Register:
- Photo: Denise Marie for TorontoJourney416
- Vintage Photo: City of Toronto Archives
- Toronto City Directory courtesy of Toronto Public Library
