The winners of the 2019 Heritage Toronto Awards were announced at a sold out ceremony held in The Carlu last week. This year marked 45 years of the Awards recognition of extraordinary contributions to the conservation and celebration of Toronto’s heritage.
Winners were named in four categories that were independently judged by a jury of experts. The categories included: Community Heritage, Public History, Book, William Greer Built Heritage, and a Members’ Choice Award selected by Heritage Toronto members from among the Community Heritage nominees.
The 2019 Winners
The Community Heritage Award
Anti-Greek Riots tour, led by Hellenic Heritage Foundation. Image: Herman Custodio
The Hellenic Heritage Foundation received this award for educating the public on Hellenic culture and exploring Greek-Canadian history through exhibits and walking tours. In 2018, they commemorated the 100th anniversary of the anti-Greek Riots in Toronto. They are currently working on building a Greek-language online tool for second-language learners.
The Members’ Choice Award
Guild Park tour, led by Friends of Guild Park and Gardens. Image: Ali Mosleh
This award was given to the Friends of Guild Park and Gardens for its work to improve, enhance and protect this urban park. The group has collaborated with numerous organizations to build public awareness and appreciation of the park?s history by offering tours, family-friendly events, and with the re-opening of the Sculptors C...