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Hilditch Architect

Michael Vidoni

Hilditch Architect

PARC

BUILDING INFORMATION

Name & Location:

Parkdale Mansions
194 Dowling Avenue
Toronto
South Parkdale

Year Completed:

1912

OTHER IDENTIFICATION

Alternate Name:

Edmond Place

Notes:

This building was the site of a serious fire in September, 1998, which killed two residents. Once home to Edmond Yu, a schizophrenic who was shot by police in 1997, the building has been transformed into Â´Edmond PlaceÂ´, a 29-unit living space for current and recovering psychiatric patients.

Status:

Completed

Map:

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Companies:

The following companies are associated with this building

Architect - Hilditch Architect Inc. <-- More buildings by this architect.
Developer - David Lavine

BUILDING DATA

Building Type:

Low-rise

Current Use:

Abandoned

Former Use:

Residential

Heritage Status:

Designated under Part IV Ontario Heritage Act

Main Style:

Edwardian Classical <-- More buildings in this style.

Sources:

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City of Toronto Reason for Listing
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Inventory of Heritage Properties
Author - City of Toronto
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Tenants Tell the Story of Life at Edmond Place
Author - Erin Hatfield
Date - March 5, 2011
Page - Parkdale Villager
Notes - News article providing a glimpse into the world of Edmond place, told via its occupants.
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Parkdale rooming house restored to Georgian glory
Author - Denise Balkissoon
Date - April 8, 2010
Page - Toronto Star
Notes - Exploration of the tragic history of Edmond Place.
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