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  D.G. Champion Engineering Ltd. fonds
   
These papers, photographs, architectural drawings, and other materials document the maintenance of the ferries that serve the Toronto Islands, particularly restoration work on the Trillium, a heritage vessel first launched in 1910. Fonds 233.

   

An old, decrepit ferry sits in dock, with Toronto's skyline in the background.

Trillium before rehabilitation
1974
City of Toronto Archives
Series 799, File 1, Item 20

On the ferry's sheltered outer deck, benches are falling apart, floorboards are loose, and paint is peeling.

Trillium, promenade deck, before rehabilitation
1974
City of Toronto Archives
Series 799, File 1, Item 59
   


Inside the ferry, wooden stairs leading to the upper deck show signs of use and neglect.

Trillium, main deck, before rehabilitation
1974
City of Toronto Archives
Series 799, File 1, Item 25


The abandoned ferry sits in a lagoon, surrounded by trees and weeds, being weathered by the elements.

Trillium before rehabilitation
1974
City of Toronto Archives
Series 799, File 4, Item 1
   


The restored ferry is newly painted, with a sunburst logo on its side, and ready for service.

Trillium after rehabilitation
1974
City of Toronto Archives
Series 799, File 10, Item 143
   


ReportRehabilitation ofTrillium: historical considerations
January 14, 1975
City of Toronto Archives
Series 797, File 7

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