Lady Action: Toronto’s Trailblazing Women
Throughout Toronto’s history, women pushed boundaries and broke the glass ceiling. Explore the stories of the suffragists, doctors, artists, and others who faced adversity and challenged the status quo.
Walk in the footsteps of Toronto’s trailblazing women!
Explore the map below from the comfort of your home or take it with you on a walk through downtown Toronto.
The shift of our 2020 tour season to a digital platform was made possible by the generous support of our Tours Program Presenting Sponsor, TD Bank and The Ready Commitment.
This online tour was developed by Emerging Historian, Emily Gwiazda, with the support of a generous donation by Alex Pike.
General sources
John Lorinc et al., The Ward: The Life and Loss of Toronto’s First Immigrant Neighbourhood. Toronto: Coach House Books, 2015.
Pat Staton, Toronto Women: A Walk Through History. Toronto: Green Dragon Press, 2012.
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