Happy almost Pride! It’s the perfect time of year to experience the streets of Toronto’s Church-Wellesley Village, often called “The Village” or Toronto’s “Gay Village”. This tour is rich with the LGBTQIA2S+ history of both Toronto and Canada, with stories covering former village inhabitants, activists, businesses, and more. Naturally, we also learn a lot about the historic buildings in the village, including some that are under threat. This episode is a collaboration with Adam Wynne, a...

Let's go to the mall! This short jaunt touches on the history of the Eaton Centre and the block it sits on, as well as the origins of its namesake. Also, a brief history of the shopping mall as a concept. --------------------------------- Thank you Lukus Benoit for the theme song! --------------------------------- SUPPORT THE SHOW: Follow on Insta @walkinginplacepod,  Tiktok @walkinginplacepod, Twitter @PlaceWalking, and Facebook Become a patron!The podcast was featured in the Top 10...

Are you ready to be entertained?!  We’re heading into the Entertainment District: home to the Toronto International Film Festival, as well as a LOT of Toronto history.  We’ll of course talk about the festival, but also: Fashion! Comedy! Dance clubs!  Warehouses! And the intersection known as “Education, Legislation, Salvation, and DAMNATION”.  As usual, each stop is divided by 30 seconds of ambiance, so you'll feel like you’re there even if you prefer your entertainment on your...

The CNE: where farming and rickety rides meet royalty and wars. Come take a walk through the 140+ year history of the Exhibition Grounds. As usual, there is lots of ambiance in this episode, so you'll feel like you're at the CNE if you can't go in person this year. There are also directions for exploring the grounds during the CNE as well as the rest of the year. Walk-Along Info: Walk length: About an hour Accessibility: fairly flat, lots of paved roads and sidewalks BUT can be...

If I were to offer you lumberjack money, cured meats, and a sprawling farm with private river access, what would you say? What if it came with a jail and a murderous tree? Well, I’d still be in. Join me on this short jaunt, and all these things can be yours too (even if only for 12ish minutes). --------------------------------- EPISODE SOURCES TRANSCRIPT --------------------------------- SUPPORT THE SHOW: Follow on Insta @walkinginplacepod,  Tiktok @walkinginplacepod, Twitter @PlaceWalking,...

What do a diamond, a piano, toxic chemicals, and boxing have in common? This episode! Take a walk with me through the most requested neighbourhood(s) to date. Walk-Along Info: Walk length: About an hour Accessibility: fairly flat, lots of paved roads and sidewalks. Includes busy streets and intersections.  Start: Wallace Ave. Pedestrian Bridge  Finish: 288 Annette St.  --------------------------------- Sources Transcript  --------------------------------- SUPPORT THE SHOW: Follow on Insta...

Woodbine Beach is one of the most popular public beaches in Toronto, but it wasn't always that way. Come along and learn about the history of this beach and the beautiful nearby park of the same name.  Walk-Along Info: Walk length: 20ish minutes  Accessibility: paved roads, boardwalk, sand, dirt paths, no steps  Start: Woodbine Park (between Lake Shore Blvd E and Queen St E, Coxwell and Northern Dancer) Finish: Woodbine Beach   Sources

Let's stroll through Old Toronto! We'll talk about the landmarks you know and some you don't. We'll stop at the St. Lawrence Market if you're feeling hungry, and explore some side streets to avoid the crowds. Also: we'll talk about a secret tunnel!  CORRECTION: I mispronounced Samuel Ringgold Ward's name in this episode, saying "Wald" instead of "Ward".  Originally released February 3, 2021.  Walk-Along Info: Walk length: About an hour Accessibility: fairly flat, lots of paved roads and...

Sunnyside is a fun place to be in 2022, but you should have seen it a hundred years ago! We're talking rollercoasters, boat burnings, dance halls, swimming (of course) and so much more. Come along for a walk on the beach- don't forget your sunscreen.  This episode was originally released on Sept 1, 2021.    Walk-Along Info: Walk length: about an hour without stops Walkability: flat, boardwalk Start: Intersection of King St. W., Queen St. W., Roncesvalles Ave. Finish: Palace Pier Park ...

The Upper Canada Rebellion was a huge moment in Toronto history, and The Montgomery Tavern is an important part of that story. Where the building once stood is now a historic post office turned grocery store/condo building, but it's worth a visit! Listen to learn why.  Address: 2388 Yonge St., about 2 blocks north of Eglinton Transcript Sources

You might, like I used to, think of the Harbourfront as a cold, cement, condo neighbourhood. Ok, that last part is true, but there is so more much life, warmth, and nature (!) than you might expect. Let me show you the parts of the Harbourfront you can't see from Queen's Quay W, and learn some of Toronto's waterfront history while we're at it. Walk info: Walk length: 2 hours with the stops Walkability: flat, ramps available First stop: Sugar Beach Last stop: Ireland Park Transcript...

Announcing the first Short Jaunt of the season: Allan Gardens! Allan Gardens is Toronto's oldest park and the location of a very cool conservatory that has been free since it opened in 1858. Much like the plants inside, the conservatory has taken many shapes and forms over its lifetime. Listen to learn more! Walk info: Walk length: ~30 min in the conservatory Walkability: flat, no stairs, ramps available Address: 160 Gerrard St E Transcript: walkinginplace.tours/allan-gardens...

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Not only is this walk absolutely BURSTING will beautiful houses, it's also ghosts, class war, and some of the best places to see fall foliage without leaving the city.    Walk-Along Info: Walk length: ~1 hour Walkability: mostly flat, no stairs, some busy streets  Start: 467-469 Jarvis St.  Finish: St. James Cemetery    Sources: https://walkinginplace.libsyn.com/rosedale-st-james-town-sources 

Summer’s not over yet! Sunnyside is a fun place to be in 2021, but MAN, you should’ve seen it in 1922. Take a stroll down the boardwalk with me and let’s think about all that it was… and what has replaced it. Walk-Along Info: Walk length: 45ish min Walkability: flat, boardwalk Start: Intersection of King St. W., Queen St. W., Roncesvailles Ave. Finish: Palace Pier Park Sources: https://walkinginplace.libsyn.com/sunnyside-sources

Let’s take a walk down Carlaw! We’re gonna talk about factories, maraschino cherries, TRAINS, tragic deaths, unions, WAR and so much more. Taking a little break but will be back with new episodes soon.   Walk-Along Info: Walk length: 30ish min Walkability: flat, sidewalks Start: Overpass at Gerrard St. E. & Carlaw Ave. Finish: John Chang Neighbourhood Park     Sources: https://walkinginplace.libsyn.com/dundas-carlaw-sources-0

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We're back! Let's explore Yorkville, today known as being very expensive and fancy, but historically pretty grounded in the working class- and hippies.  Walk-Along Info: Walk length: 45ish min Walkability: flat, sidewalks Start: Hazelton and Scollard  Finish: Yonge and Davenport  Sources: https://walkinginplace.libsyn.com/yorkville-sources

Happy day after St. Patrick’s Day! It may be a day late but, trust me, this episode is a pot of gold. Too cheesy? Oh well. This episode explores the area bound by University Ave., Queen St. W., Dundas St. W., and Beverley St. Walk-Along Info: Walk length: 45-60 min Walkability: flat, sidewalks Start: St. Patrick Subway Station Finish: the AGO Sources: https://walkinginplace.libsyn.com/st-patrick-sources

This week’s episode explores the Toronto Port Lands where you can find abandoned factories and tree graveyards as well as nature trails and beach views. This walk is safe and cozy on the Martin Goodman Trail, but if you’ve got a taste for danger, it’s got that too. Walk-Along Info: Walk length: 1hr ish Walkability: flat, muddy, some industrial roads Start: Outer Harbour Lookout Finish: Polson Pier Sources: https://walkinginplace.libsyn.com/portlands-sources Includes sound from Zapsplat.com

Corktown is more than a park and condos. This area tells the story of the poor and working class immigrant populations of Toronto (esp the Irish and Macedonians). We also touch on: the underground railroad, unmarked graves, beer, magic and puppies! Info: Length: 45 min Walkability: flat, not crowded Start: Eastern Ave. and Sackville St. End: Eastern Ave. and Rolling Mills Rd. Sources: https://walkinginplace.libsyn.com/corktown-sources Featuring the song "Crazy" by Patrick Patrikios 

Welcome to season 2! This is the first episode of 2021, and we’ll be walking around the St.Lawrence/Old Toronto area. There’s a reason this area is promoted to tourists, and trust me, it’s worth a visit. Walk-Along Info: Walk length: ~1 hour Accessibility: flat, lots of paved roads and sidewalks, no steps Start: St. James Park, at corner of Adelaide and Jarvis Finish: the Omni King Edward Hotel, at Toronto St. and King St. E. Sources: https://walkinginplace.libsyn.com/st-lawrence-resour

The final festive walk of the season! We'll be walking in the Casa Loma/South Hill area, with some of the oldest streets (think: Ice Ages) and flashiest homes (think: medieval castle) this region has ever seen! Also, learn how to get your way with the city, and how not to keep your castle. Hint: it's fraud. Walk-Along Info: Walk length: About an hour Start: Davenport and Bathurst Finish: Davenport and Spadina Sources: https://walkinginplace.libsyn.com/castles-seem-like-a-lot-of-work

Today’s tour is more about the stops than the neighbourhood. We’ll be starting in Davisville, then walking through Mount Pleasant Cemetery, and finishing in the Moore Park neighbourhood. Walk-Along Info: Start: Corner of Yonge and Davisville Ave. Finish: Inglewood Dr. Est. walk length: 40ish minutes Sources: https://walkinginplace.libsyn.com/website/death-art-and-giant-santas-sources *I recommended the "The Smell of the Poppy" ep of "On Drugs" by CBC - but I meant the "Race, On Drugs" ep