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THE WINNERS
The Book Award was presented to:
The Heart of Toronto: Corporate Power, Civic Activism, and the Remaking of Downtown Yonge Street, for its vivid portrayal of downtown Yonge Street between the 1950s and 1970s—a time when city leaders, urban activists, and developers attempted to keep it as a relevant destination amid suburban growth and other effects of postwar urbanization.
Author: Daniel Ross
Publisher: The University of British Columbia Press
The Book Award was presented by LiUNA! Local 183.
The Public History Award was presented to:
A Big Vision for Little Jamaica: Black Cultural History & Mapping Process, for their comprehensive study of the rich heritage of the Little Jamaica neighbourhood, demonstrating the important connection between cultural practices and the built environment.
Project lead: Jay Pitter
The People's Choice Award, which includes a $1,000 prize, was presented to:
Sketched Out: The Digitized Graffiti Series, for their exploration of Toronto's underground dance scene of the 1980s. This two-part film series pays tribute to the Twilight Zone nightclub and 23 Hop—two innovative and groundbreaking venues that are indelibly linked to the marginalized communities they served.
Project lead: Colm Hogan
Both the Public History Award and Peoples' Choice Award were presented by Heritage Restoration Inc.
In 2023, Heritage Toronto presented three awards in the Built Heritage category:
The Adaptive Reuse Award - recognizing projects that meet current needs while maintaining the integrity of the original design vision.
The Award went to:
The Transformation of the Albert Campbell District Library, 496 Birchmount Road, for revitalizing a 1970s modernist building and transforming it into a contemporary, integrated, and inclusive community space.
Property Owner: Toronto Public Library
Architecture and Interior Design: LGA Architectural Partners
Indigenous Consultant: Trina Moyan, Bell and Bernard LTD
Indigenous Garden Design and Installation: Miinikaan Innovation and Design
Landscape Architect: Aboud & Associates
Mural Wall: Red Urban Nation Artist Collective
Contractor: Pre-Eng Contracting
The Adaptive Reuse Award was presented by Woodcliffe Landmark Properties.
The Heritage Planning & Architecture Award - recognizing the successful application of appropriate conservation and planning principles.
The Award went to:
80 Richmond Facade Restoration and Storefront Renovation, 80 Richmond Street West, for the skillful reinterpretation of the original 1920s design and structure, bringing to life heritage elements using historical preservation methods.
Property Owner: Dream Office REIT
Heritage Architect: Philip Evans
Heritage Craftsperson/Consultant: Chris Huntley
Project Representative: David Takacs
Facade Condition Assessment: Entuitive
Lighting Designer: Lightstudio
The Heritage Planning and Architecture Award was presented by Clifford Restoration Ltd.
The Crafts and Trades Award - recognizing the use of construction techniques and materials that are compatible to the building’s original architectural qualities.
The Award went to:
North Wing Coat of Arms Conservation, Legislative Assembly of Ontario Queen's Park, 111 Wellesley Street West, for the skillful restoration of the intricately carved coat of arms, reviving the Romanesque-Revival ornament to its proper form.
Property Owner: Legislative Assembly of Ontario, Precinct Properties Branch
Architect: +VG Architects
Masonry Conservation Consultants: Capital Conservation Services
Contractor: DJ McCrea
Masonry Conservator: Trevor Gillingwater Conservation Services Inc.
The Crafts & Trades Award was presented by Aird & Berlis.
At the ceremony, the Heritage Toronto Board also presented the Volunteer Service Award to Erin Mackie for her dedication to the charity. Serving as a program volunteer since 2016 and an Awards juror since 2018, Erin has dedicated over 200 hours to serving Heritage Toronto.
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