Parkdale Village then...
The Village of Parkdale, on the western edge of Toronto on the shores of Lake Ontario, was incorporated in 1879 and became the Town of Parkdale in 1886. Parkdale Village and the surrounding residential area was a wealthy suburb which was home to many large Victorian mansions that still exist here today. Organized tours now take place so that people can stroll the tree lined streets and learn about these wonderful examples of Victorian-era architecture.
Parkdale Village now...
Parkdale Village is a vibrant commercial strip on Queen Street West from Dufferin Street to Roncesvalles Avenue. Parkdale Village was established as a BIA in 1978. It is a multicultural destination due to the unique restaurants that represent this diverse community. It is a historical destination because of the many architecturally significant buildings from the late 1800's and early 1900's found along Queen and throughout the surrounding residential streets. Also, a cluster of over 15 antique stores are located at the western entrance of Roncesvalles and Queen. It is an artistic destination because Parkdale has been a long standing neighbourhood-of-choice for artists, attracted to the area's inclusive nature, its diversity, interesting architecture and urban edge. Recently, it has become a hip destination attracting the creative crowd who frequent the many cafes and shops for the one of a kind unique home decor, gifts and art finds in Parkdale Village. Its location close to downtown, next to the Canadian National Exhibition and the waterfront trails and parks along the shores of Lake Ontario puts Parkdale Village in a good place. Parkdale Village really has something for everyone. Hop on a street car, ride your bike, rollerblade or drive on over and check out the cutting edge at the end of Queen Street West.
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