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For the completed inventory and subsequent news, see our Treeing Harbord Village webpage.
Does Harbord Village really have good tree coverage? Two summer students are re-doing the 2007 Tree Inventory to find out.
U of T Now Appealing Everything about 698 Spadina
The OMB will decide about redevelopment of 698 Spadina after all. Since 2014, HVRA and other neighbours have been engaged in discussions with the University of Toronto and Daniels Corporation about plans to demolish the buildings at the northwest corner of Spadina and Sussex in order to build a 23-storey residence with beds for 549 students.
… Read more U of T Now Appealing Everything about 698 Spadina
Bringing Down the Brunswick House
Could the Brunswick House have survived as a music venue? For Now Magazine, Richard Longley narrates its history since 1874. He outlines its glory years as sponsor of top performers in Albert’s Hall, and also describes the “vomit pit” downstairs and its effect on neighbouring residents.
City Council Passes Revised Proposal for Honest Ed’s Site
On April 28, 2017, Toronto City Council unanimously approved Westbank’s proposal to develop the former site of the Honest Ed’s store and adjacent properties in Mirvish Village. This follows years of presentations, meetings, and revisions. After helping secure more green space,
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Brunswick House Becomes Retail Store
The Brunswick House is now a Rexall Pharmacy instead of a lively but raucous neighbourhood pub. An article in the online magazine, Retail Insider, indicates how it looks now. Images show historical features that have been preserved,
In-Street Planters: Planning Meeting 7-9pm, Thurs. Mar. 9, 25 Brunswick
In-street planters are coming to our neighbourhood! Hear more about the City’s plans to replace some of the concrete boxes at our street corners with in-ground plantings. Robert Mays (Toronto Transportation Department) will present innovative design concepts under consideration and outline the type of help local residents can give.
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Bike Lanes on Bloor: New Figures, Adjustments Coming
Read different takes about the Bloor Bike Lanes from the Toronto Star and the city Transportation Department, then respond to a city survey:
- The Toronto Star reports that the pilot project for separated bike lanes on Bloor has greatly increased the number of cyclists and made most motorists feel more comfortable driving alongside them.
… Read more Bike Lanes on Bloor: New Figures, Adjustments Coming
Classic Restaurants Nearby
Now Magazine of Jan. 19-25 reports on how 19 “iconic” Toronto restaurants have managed to stay in business for over 20 years. Three are located in our area: Country Style Hungarian on Bloor (at left, mother and daughter owners),