The Leslieville street signs, in white that line Queen Street were put up in the year 1987 as symbols of the revitalized spirit and community pride in Leslieville among the locals of this east end area. Leslieville retains a small town vibe with its homes and charming shops nestled along tree lined streets; a tranquil oasis despite its bustling location, near downtown Toronto.
History Of Leslieville, Toronto
Leslieville originated as a quaint village, in the 1850s that developed around the Toronto Nurseries established by George Leslie and Sons from whom the neighbourhood takes its name. Initially most of Leslievilles inhabitants were either gardeners or workers at the numerous brick making businesses that once thrived in the vicinity.
A significant landmark in the village was the construction of Leslieville Public School in 1863, with Alexander Muir serving as its principal; he is also known for composing “The Maple Leaf Forever. “Muir found inspiration for his poetry when a vibrant autumn leaf from a tree in Leslieville landed on his coat, a moment captured in history through a plaque, at the Laung Street and Memory Lane junction.
Lifestyle
The primary retail area in Leslieville is situated along Queen Street featuring small locally owned shops tailored to meet the demands of the neighbourhood residents’ diverse needs. Moreover the stretch of Gerrard Street East between Greenwood Avenue and Coxwell Avenue is famously referred to as the “India Bazaar,” serving as a hub for Toronto’s East populace, where one can experience a blend of incense scents and melodic tunes that create an enchanting ambiance, around the array of shops lining this vibrant street. The shops offer silk materials from abroad while the street food vendors grill corn on the cob outdoors.
Leslieville, Toronto Parks & Facilities
Greenwood Park boasts three baseball fields along with an ice rink and a playground area for children’s enjoyment. Located on the side of Queen Street is Jonathan Ashbridge Park which offers two tennis courts and a wading pool in addition to a playground for the ones. At the S.H Armstrong Community Recreation Centre on Woodfield Road visitors can access a gymnasium as an indoor pool and fitness room for exercise enthusiasts along with craft and meeting rooms. The Gerrard/Ashdale Public Library caters programs for children of all ages including adults and seniors, with a range of activities.
Leslieville, Toronto Transit
Leslieville benefits from a public transportation network, with bus and streetcar routes running along Carlaw Streetcarów Hillcrest Avenue and Greenwood among others Queen Street and Gerrard Street are also well connected by these routes making it convenient for commuters to access the Bloor Danforth subway line Stations Motorists can easily reach downtown within minutes Additionally Lake Shore Boulevard Gardiner Expressway and Don Valley Parkway are conveniently located nearby
Leslieville, Toronto Elementary, Secondary, High schools
Leslieville Public School has a heritage within the Leslieville neighbourhood and continues to uphold a tradition of academic achievement today. Our school emphasizes excellence in education. Provides a selection of extracurricular opportunities such as sports teams, writing clubs and choirs. Thrives as a community oriented institution supported by engaged parents. We deliver a curriculum along with a range of extracurricular activities to enrich our students’ learning experience for elementary and secondary high school.
Leslieville, Toronto Homes
Leslieville’s historic homes lining Queen Street and stretching south to Eastern Avenue were constructed in the 1800s. Feature charming architectural styles such, as Ontario Cottages and Second Empire row houses alongside quaint Victorian residences. Heading north of Queen Street lies Leslieville’s dwellings from the 1900s which encompass a mix of detached and semi detached houses as well as a selection of bungalows that stand out as some of Toronto’s smallest homes.