Saturday, June 5 - 1:30 PM

South Rosedale

This prestigious neighbourhood was named after the estate of Sheriff William Botsford Jarvis and his wife Mary Powell, members of Toronto's early 19th century elite. Set amongst wooded ravines, the area developed slowly due to its isolation from the city and to various economic downturns. As a result, it boasts buildings representing a variety of 19th and 20th century architectural styles.

LEADERS: Janet Langdon and Elaine Campbell (in English); Danièle Caloz, La Société d'histoire de Toronto (in French)
START POINT: Park in front of Rosedale Subway Station, E side of Yonge St
FINISH POINT: Ancroft Pl (near Sherbourne and Bloor Streets)
LENGTH: Approx. 2 hours
FOCUS: Architectural, historical
DIFFICULTY: Long walk on sidewalks, some slopes

Sunday, June 6 - 1:30 PM

Eglinton: From Woodland to ‘Yonge and Eligible'

Explore the neighbourhood around Eglinton Park, formerly the Pears brickyard - from the site of John Montgomery's house to the site of his infamous tavern, the headquarters of the 1837 Rebellion. It's a walk through time from forested farm lot, to growing village, to the heart of the city at ‘Yonge and Eligible.'

LEADER: Doug Campbell
START POINT: SW corner of Eglinton Park, Eglinton Ave W and Oriole Parkway
FINISH POINT: Yonge St at Montgomery Ave
LENGTH: Approx. 2 hours
FOCUS: Historical, natural
DIFFICULTY: Walk on sidewalks, parkland, some hills and slopes

Sunday, June 6 - 1:30 PM

Parc Downsview Park

Explore the history of Downsview and its transformation from a military base into
one of Canada's unique urban parks. Learn about the natural features of the
Park and visit some of the historic buildings that have been refurbished for
modern use.

LEADER: Downsview Park staff
START POINT: Discovery Centre, 35 Carl Hall Road, Downsview Park. Look for the green circular sign above the door.
FINISH POINT: Same as start point
LENGTH: Approx. 1 ½ hours
FOCUS: Natural, historical, architectural
DIFFICULTY: Long walk on pavement, some rough ground, hills.
For a map of the site and transit information, visit http//www.downsviewpark.ca or call 416-952-2222.