Etiqueta: old toronto
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The history of Little Portugal (Old Toronto Video)
The history of Little Portugal (Old Toronto Video)
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Excerpt from The Portuguese Immigrant: Atlantic Heritage Story – Ebook Now Available!
Diversity was pervasive in Kensington Market more than ever. The neighbourhood and surrounding area was maturing and demographics were shifting once again with even more newcomers moving in. Toronto was booming with exponential growth, evolving like a lush flower in full bloom. Construction projects were changing the downtown core as well as the people that…
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Excerpt from The Portuguese Immigrant: Atlantic Heritage Story – Ebook Now Available!
The driver dropped him off at a taxicab stand near the entrance of Union Station. Stepping out onto the wide sidewalk on Front Street with his baggage in hand, he was received by a row of columns that bestrode the facade of the station building. The Royal York Hotel emanated grandeur across the street. He…