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Photograph shows the front of Toronto City Hall at night. The facade is lit up with electric lights reading "Inauguration, Hydro-Electric." Above the main doors of City Hall is a picture of Niagara Falls to show where the hydro-electric power originated.

Powerhouses in Disguise

Explore the substations that power the city from downtown to the outer suburbs and discover the history of these Toronto Hydro buildings that often go unnoticed.

This digital experience was researched and written by Emerging Historian Maryam Choudhri (2024) and made possible by the generous support of our Tours Program Presenting Sponsor, TD Bank Group through the TD Ready Commitment and Emerging Historian Champion Andrew and Sharon Himel and Family.

Last updated: December 23, 2024

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