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Founded by Brothers-in-law William

Gooderham and James Worts,

in 1832, the Gooderham and Worts

Distillery grew to become the largest

distillery in the world. Set on 13

acres in downtown Toronto, the forty

plus historic buildings constitute

the largest remaining collection of

Victorian Industrial Architecture in

North America. From 2001 to 2006,

The Distillery was restored and

developed into a pedestrian only

cultural district. From the brick lined

streets to the European piazza styled

areas, The Distillery District is now,

as the Globe and Mail asserts, “a

picture postcard draw”.

The district has become an area

associated with creative thinking

and expression. The area’s rebirth

has been dedicated to promoting

arts, culture and entertainment.

This landmark facility has attracted

the best of the best, including

internationally acclaimed galleries,

artists from all segments of the arts

spectrum, theatres, restaurants,

cafés and boutique retailers.

The Distillery Historic District

55 Mill Street

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

(416) 364-1177

National historic site transformed into Toronto’s centre for arts, culture and entertainment.

The Distillery ............................... 2

History But Not ‘Historic’ ............. 3

Experience “The Best” ................ 6

Event Calendar ............................ 9

Before & After ........................... 10

A Green Guide To The Distillery District ........................ 14

Did You Know ........................... 15

Experience The Distillery ........... 16

Distillery District Map .............. 18

The Distillery ............................ 21Sculpture Park

Hot Products ............................. 22

Prohibition Ends At Last! ........... 28

Buzz ......................................... 31

Living In The Distillery ............... 34

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CONTRIBUTORS/WRITERS

DESIGN AGENCY

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

PRODUCTION MANAGER

DESIGNERS

PHOTOGRAPHY

CIRCULATION MANAGER

PUBLISHER

CONTACT INFO

Michele Ervin Ron Marshak Doug McLellanVivian Song Kenyon Wallace

McLellan Group Toronto, ON (416) 597-2020 mclellangroup.com

Paul Jurkovic

Andrew McLeod

Paul Jurkovic Tyler John

Doug McLellan The Distillery District Thane Lucas

Tanya Chrapchynski

Distillery District Co-ownership

[email protected]

THE DISTILLERY

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Steps from the den of city life, along what was once Toronto’s shoreline, The Distillery District hosts a premier centre for arts, culture and entertainment within the walls of a National Historic Site.

While it may be recognized as

the largest and best-preserved

collection of Victorian Industrial

Architecture in North America, these

19th century buildings house more

than just old stories. Today, the 44

heritage buildings are boutiques,

galleries, cafés, bistros, art studios,

rehearsal halls and retail shops which

showcase the best of contemporary

Canadian and international talent.

Restored in honour of its unique

place in history, the pedestrian-only

village — the only one of its kind in

the city proper — and picturesque

laneways immediately invite visitors

to take a leisurely stroll.

The Gooderham & Worts Distillery,

founded in 1832, may have at one

time been the largest distillery in the

world — exporting their spirits and

whiskey to ports as far as New York,

Rio de Janeiro and Montevideo —

but today, those historic details mean

little to the visitors who’ve already been

swept up by its neighbourly charm.

Since re-opening the gates in 2003,

the area was quickly settled by the

local arts community who foresaw

its importance. Where once stood

a distillery, flour mills and a cooper

shop, contemporary artists share

their avant-garde paintings, sculpture

and ceramics.

Nor is the area just a museum for art

or a playhouse for performers. It’s a

working community, where furniture

Steps from the den of city life

Ceramics at Distill

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HISTORY BUT NOT ‘HISTORIC’BY VIVIAN SONG

and jewelry designers toil in their

studios; where the next generation

of stage actors are trained; and

where modern dancers push the

limits of physicality.

With more patio space than any

other Toronto location, The Distillery

has also become a favourite

neighbourhood hangout among

thirsty locals. While the plant distilled

their last drop of rum in 1990, after

153 years of continuous production,

beer gardens, wine bars and award-

winning microbreweries have taken

up residence, making the area buzz

with activity.

It’s a densely populated community of

award-winning tradespeople who are

constantly reinventing their craft. From

chocolatiers who produce artisan

chocolate directly from the cocoa

bean itself; and cafés which micro-

roast Fairtrade beans themselves; to

dining on contemporary Canadian

cuisine in industrial chic settings, this

gastro-zone has earned numerous

“Best in Toronto” titles.

Independent boutiques also attract

sophisticated shoppers looking for

pieces by the world’s top names, like

Philippe Starck and Frank Gehry, or

one-of-a-kind locally-crafted items

from Canadian designers. You won’t

find any franchises here.

It has also been the backdrop to

countless blockbuster movies,

like X-Men and Chicago, and is a

favourite celebrity hangout.

While The Distillery District was

resurrected out of appreciation for its

rich past, the people who live and work

here today, are only looking forward.

Mill Street Brew Pub

Toronto’s best patios

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There is no denying Australia is itself one very cool place. So when their national daily newspaper [The Australian] says “coolest”

…they mean it!

The Boiler house

“ToronTo’s CoolesT resTauranT”

- The Australian

Throughout the 1800s, The Boiler

House was the energy generator for The

Distillery District. It still is! A soaring ceiling

and 22 foot high wine rack, a live jazz band

seemingly suspended from the ceiling and

Toronto’s “coolest – hottest” patio make

this the place to be.

Add the cuisine of one of Canada’s

premiere chefs, great wines and friendly

staff and you’ll quickly feel the same as

the Australian reviewer …

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“ MouTh-waTering, sense sTiMulaTing CreaTions”

-Chicago Free Press

“ The joinT is hopping”

-National Post

“BesT BrunCh in ToronTo”

-Toronto Life

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EXPERIENCE “THE BEST”THE DISTILLERY DISTRICT AWARDS

AWARD OF EXCELLENCEONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF ARCHITECTS, BUSINESS AWARD

AWARD OF EXCELLENCEHERITAGE TORONTO CONSERVATION AWARD

DISTILL

TOP SHOPSNOW MAGAZINE

THE BEST PLACES TO FIND STUFF MADE BY LOCAL DESIGNERSTORONTO LIFE

CORKTOWN DESIGNS

BEST JEWELRY - FINALISTTORONTO.COM

ENGINE GALLERY

BEST CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERY FOR EMERGING ARTISTS IN TORONTOBLOGTO.COM

THE DEAF CULTURE CENTRE

“TOP TEN” WINNERBEST OF CANADA DESIGN COMPETITION AWARD

SOMA

BEST OF TORONTONOW MAGAZINE

BEST CHOCOLATETORONTO LIFE

SOUND DESIGN

DEALER OF THE YEARPEAK PERFORMANCE AWARDS

THE BOILER HOUSE

CHEF’S CHOICEWHERE MAGAZINE

BEST PATIOTORONTO.COM & TORONTO LIFE

PURE SPIRITS

BEST OYSTERS IN TORONTOBLOGTO.COM

MOST ROMANTICTORONTO.COM

BALZAC’S

BEST CAFÉ – WINNERMOST MEMORABLE MEAL AWARDS

BEST COFFEE SHOP EDITOR’S PICKTORONTO STAR

SOULPEPPER THEATRE COMPANY

LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR’S AWARD FOR THE ARTSOntario Arts

Council

MILL STREET

BREWERY

BREWERY OF THE YEAR

2007, 2008, 2009

Canadian Brewing Awards

SWEET ESCAPE

BEST COOKIES

IN TORONTO

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SWEET ESCAPE

BEST COOKIES IN TORONTOBLOGTO.COM

BEST PRO BAKER MICHELLE EDGARTORONTO FOODIE MEET BAKE OFF

AKROYD FURNITURE

DIANNA CRAWFORD AWARD OF EXCELLENCEONTARIO CRAFT COUNCIL

MILL STREET BREWERY

BEST BEER IN GTAGOLDEN TAP AWARDS

BREWERY OF THE YEAR 2007, 2008, 2009CANADIAN BREWING AWARDS

PURE SPIRIT CONDOMINIUMS

GRADE ATORONTO STAR

BRICK STREET BAKERY

BEST SANDWICHES IN TORONTOBLOGTO.COM

BEST BAKERYBLOGTO.COM

ELIZABETH MUNRO DESIGNS

BEST FLORISTS IN TORONTOBLOGTO.COM

VINTAGE GARDENER

BEST GARDEN STORE IN TORONTONOW MAGAZINE

LILEO

AMY VERNERS’ ‘TOP FIVE’ SHOP GLOBE AND MAIL

BEST OF TORONTO: DENIM STORETORONTO LIFE

SPECTACLE

BEST PLACE TO PURCHASE EYEWEAREYE MAGAZINE

BEST OPTICAL STORENOW MAGAZINE

BERGO

BEST HOME ACCESSORIESNOW MAGAZINE

BEST OF TORONTOSHOPPING GUIDE

SHAO DESIGNS

BEST METAL AWARDTORONTO OUTDOOR ART EXHIBITION

CAFÉ UNO

BEST PANINI IN TORONTO BLOGTO.COM

SOULPEPPER THEATRE COMPANY

LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR’S AWARD FOR THE ARTSONTARIO ARTS COUNCIL

BEST THEATRE COMPANY IN TORONTONOW MAGAZINE & EYE WEEKLY

PARTNERS FILM

ACADEMY AWARD BEST DRAMATIC SHORT

MCLELLAN GROUP INTEGRATED COMMUNICATIONS

PRIX D’EXCELLENCE GOLD BEST AD CAMPAIGN UNIVERSITY

SMITH ROBERTS COMMUNICATIONS

GRAPHICS GOLDUNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

KINGSTAR

THE BEST INFOMERCIAL PRODUCED OUTSIDE THE U.S. ELECTRONIC RETAILERS ASSOCIATION

THE MARTINI CLUB

‘NEWEST TRENDS’ IN MIXOLOGYTORONTO STAR

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EVENT

CALENDARThe Distillery District hosts one of the most unique festival line-ups in the country. The summer months are filled with everything from music festivals to arts festivals, and from farmers’ markets to beer tasting events.

March 207th Toronto Timeraiser at the Fermenting Cellarwww.timeraiser.ca

March 24 - 26 Tapestry Opera to Go at the Fermenting Cellar www.tapestrynewopera.com

April 30 - May 2 Kimberley Seldon at the Fermenting Cellar www.kimberleyseldon.com

May 2Distillery Farmers Market Grand Opening 10:00am – 4:00pm

May 8 Artscape’s Spring Open House www.torontoartscape.on.ca

May 12th Children’s Trunk Show at the Fermenting Cellarwww.childrenstrunkshow.com

May 22 - 24 Artisan Craft Showwww.artisansatthedistillery.com

May 29 - 30 City of Toronto: Doors Openwww.toronto.ca/doorsopen

May 29 - 30 Eco-Wheels Show Scooters/Bicycles www.eco-wheelsshow.com

June 11 - 20 Luminatowww.luminato.com

June 17 - 20 Toronto Wine & Spirits Festivalwww.wineandspiritfestival.ca

June 20 Prostate Cancer Canada - Father’s Day Walkwww.prostatecancer.ca/Get-

Involved/Events/FDWR.aspx

June 26 - 27 City Roots Music Festivalwww.torontocityroots.com

July 11 Canada Running Series Acura 10 Milerwww.canadarunningseries.com/

torontoten

September 3 - 6 Artisan Craft Showwww.artisansatthedistillery.com

October 2 Nuit Blanchewww.scotiabanknuitblanche.ca

see www.thedistillerydistrict.com for updates

BERGO DESIGNS

BUILDING 47

When The Gooderham & Worts Distillery was purchased in

December 2001, the abandoned distillery was comprised

of 44 dilapidated historic buildings set over 13 acres of

mud and asphalt. It was the developer’s vision to turn the

old complex of factory buildings into a thriving pedestrian

centre for arts, culture and entertainment. The poor

condition of the distillery’s 19th century buildings required

virtually everything within the buildings to be replaced or

restored. Entirely new gas, hydro and water infrastructure

had to be provided. Remarkably, in just 16 short months

and with the help of over 400 skilled workers, The

Distillery was opened to the public. The “before and after”

photographs reflect some of the site’s transformation.

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THE BOILER HOUSE PATIO

DISTILLERY LANE

PURE SPIRITS OYSTER HOUSE&GRILL

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Share Your Experience and WIN!ANNOUNCING THE 1ST ANNUAL DISTILLERY DISTRICT EXPERIENCE AWARD

For over 175 years the Distillery has been one of Toronto’s most interesting

places. From windmills, sailing ships and barrels of booze to today’s romantic

patios, cozy cafes, interesting boutiques and artist studios… this place has

experienced a lot!

Now we’d like you to share your experiences. Send us your amazing

photograph, short story, poem, video or song… that tells your unique

Distillery Experience story.

Every month 3 finalists will win a $100 gift certificate for Archeo, Pure Spirits or The Boiler House.

The Grand Prize Winner

will be selected from all finalists in October and receive:

• A “Party at the Distillery” valued at $2500, and

• Will be featured in a “My Experience” video shown on the home page

of The Distillery District’s website. You’ll be popular … and famous!

For full contest rules visit:

www.thedistillerydistrict.com/experience

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A former industrial site in the heart of Toronto doesn’t exactly sound like the most fertile ground on which to grow a vibrant eco-friendly community – but the owners of The Distillery District have proven otherwise.

From the beginning, the vision for the

historic village has been firmly rooted

in green planning, says architect and

partner, Jamie Goad.

Signature to the approach has

been the sweeping reuse of existing

architecture and repurposing of old

materials.

“We’ve been creative in terms of how

we’ve dealt with everything we do

here,” he says.

From the street paver-lined road to

the burnt red-bricked buildings, it’s

hard to think of so much as a scrap

that has gone to waste.

Inside, the reincarnations of wood

recovered from the Gooderham and

Worts plant can be found in the form

of furniture. Take the square-framed

booths in the Boiler House restaurant

for example.

Not only has the recycling of

structures and materials drastically

reduced any environmental impact, it

has preserved the landmark’s historic

quality, says Goad.

Since being restored, the village

has been a magnet for like-minded

individuals who have found different

ways to support green living.

Akroyd Furniture uses the 100-mile

rule, making every effort to use locally-

sourced materials in its one-of-a-kind

pieces, while Hästens builds beds that

are meant to last, giving purchases

added value as investments in

sustainability.

BY MICHELLE ERVIN

The Boiler House re-cycled, re-used and re-engineered to preserve its historic past and reduce its carbon footprint.

A GREEN GUIDE TO THE DISTILLERY DISTRICT

Beer Bottle Glasses available at Distill

Many of the eateries offer organic

fare, including Balzac’s Coffee

and Mill Street Brew Pub, home to

Ontario’s first certified organic lager.

Likewise, Lileo’s fashions make

twice the statement, with many of

its garments made from organic

threads, such as Japanese cotton.

Recycled and reconstructed materials

are a common theme at distill

gallery. Special treasures include old

hardcover books transformed into

totes and cassette tapes remade into

business card holders.

New residential buildings, Clear Spirit

and Gooderham, will build on the

neighbourhood’s eco-friendly foundation

and apply for LEED certification. Key

features at Gooderham that will boost

the condominium’s energy efficiency

include green roofs and wraparound

balconies.

The pedestrian-only village even

offers transportation options with

little-to-no carbon footprint, notably

bike and segway rentals at Segway

of Ontario, as well as easy access

to public transit. Residents will also

have the opportunity to sign on to

an Auto Share program, run on a

membership basis.

Look for signs of what’s to come in

eco-friendly living as The Distillery

District continues to blossom, turning

others green with envy.

DID YOU KNOWProducts manufactured at The Gooderham and

Worts Distillery included: whisky (notably Canadian

rye whisky), rum, and other beverage alcohols; cattle

feed; acetone for smokeless gunpowder during the

First World War; and antifreeze.

The Stone Distillery is the oldest remaining building

on site. It was constructed at a cost of approximately

$200,000 in 1859-60. The building was consumed by

fire on October 26, 1869 and was rebuilt by May 1870.

By 1877 The Gooderham and Worts Distillery had

become the largest distillery in the world.

The King Edward Hotel, Flat Iron Building and The

Waveney Mansion at Bloor and St. George, were all

constructed by George Gooderham.

George Gooderham, founded The Bank of Toronto

which later became the TD bank.

Over 1000 movies and television shows,

commercials and music videos were filmed at The

Distillery between 1990 and 2007 including Chicago,

Cinderella Man, The Recruit and X-men.

Over 600,000 historic brick pavers were recovered

from the roads of Cleveland for the Distillery District’s

restoration in 2002 and 2003.

The Distillery Historic District opened to the public

in May 2003, as Toronto’s new centre for Art, Culture

and Entertainment.

By 2011 over 2000 people will live inside The

Distillery District.


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Recycled Fabric Doll courtesy of Distill

Tonic Coffee Table courtesy of Akroyd Furniture


There’s no place like it. One minute you’re in ‘the city’, the next you’re on a pedestrian only brick-paved lane amidst a 13-acre charming collection of Victorian-era buildings with no cars to spoil the magic. Whether you want to do some shopping, go for a lunch or special dinner, browse some galleries or simply want a great cup of coffee on a sunny patio, you won’t find a more idyllic ambience. The Distillery – a captivating place to live, work and experience all that life has to offer.

COME DINEAward-winning restaurants offer you romance, casual elegance or hip

sophistication. Enjoy gourmet fare set in a variety of industrial chic settings.

Choose from a spectacular range of culinary delights, from sophisticated

menus to more casual selections. In warmer weather you can people watch

on one of the legendary patios. Whatever your taste is – fresh seafood, old

world Italian, succulent steaks, or pub fare – you’ll find the best in fine and

informal dining.

“For a taste of upscale Toronto, head to The Distillery District, where you’ll find sleek restaurants and cafés..” – Pittsburgh Gazette

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COME FOR THE CAFÉS & BAKERIESPeople come from miles away for sandwiches, light meals and decadent

sweets, all enhanced by the heavenly aromas of on-site roasting coffee and

fresh baking. Old world cafés, a chocolate micro-factory, a mini-supermarket,

an organic bakery and more offer quick inexpensive options - sandwiches,

wraps, juice and salad bars, cupcakes and gelatos. Whether you’re a coffee

aficionado, a chocoholic or just want a quick bite, The Distillery offers a wide

selection in a variety of relaxing hideaways.

“the pleasant aroma of baked food seemed to permeate my soul..” – Inontario


COME SHOPDiscover interesting, award-winning stores, shops and boutiques offering

one-of-a kind goods and wares from around the world. There’s no better

place to find something special for yourself…your home…or that special

someone.Movable fireplaces, clucking egg-timers, designer jewelry and

$60,000 mattresses. Adding to the charm, you’ll usually find the owner or

artisan behind the counter so you’ll meet people who take great pride and

have intimate knowledge of their products.

“Best part about shopping at the distillery is the fact that there are so many one-of-a-kind items” – Toronto Star

COME LIVE HEREToronto Life calls it “The hippest address in town”. Live in an enchanting

pedestrian-only Victorian village with brick-lined streets, cool stores,

restaurants, cafés, bakeries and patios all at your front door. Dozens of art

galleries, art dealers, studios and performing arts companies make The

Distillery “Toronto’s favourite centre for arts and entertainment” where culture

is created and lived everyday. And it’s the epicenter of the new emerging

downtown “south-east” side.

“Slated to become one of the most exciting neighbourhoods in the country.” – Toronto Star

COME SEE LIVE THEATREWorld-class theatre and entertainment thrive in The Distillery District, with

some of the finest performing arts companies in the world. The Young

Centre for the Performing Arts houses The Soulpepper Theatre Company

(named best in Toronto) and George Brown’s Theatre School. Dancemakers,

Nightwood Theatre and Tapestry Opera also call The Distillery home. It’s a

great night out with plenty of parking, and lots of choices for outstanding

dining before the theatre and a nightcap after.

“The Young Centre for the Performing Arts is the vital spark that every city desires” – The Globe and Mail

COME FOR ARTS & CULTUREIf you love to spend hours immersed in art and culture, you’ll delight in

exploring The Distillery District. You’ll discover some of Canada’s preeminent

art galleries and art dealers and some of the finest artists and artisans from

around the country. The concentration of galleries and dealers offers a

surprising range and depth, with virtually every artistic discipline represented,

from historical and contemporary photography to Canadian and International

painting, sculpture, textiles, installations and sensational outdoor sculptures.

“Toronto’s new cultural hotspot” – Toronto Star

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Arta Gallery ······················ 9 - 102The Blue Dot Gallery ··············· 47 - 101Corkin Gallery ···················· 61Cubeworks ······················· 52 - 101Deaf Culture Centre ················ 5 - 101Doll Collection···················· 59 - 104Engine Gallery ···················· 37 - 105Jacob Grinberg Photography········· 47 - 105Julie M Gallery···················· 37 - 103Kodiak Gallery ···················· 47 - 107Clark & Faria ····················· 2Pikto ··························· 59 - 103Thompson Landry Gallery ··········· 5 - 102Thompson Landry Cooperage Gallery ·· 32 - 101

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Distillery District Early Learning Centre 9 - 105 ···· 9 - 200George Brown College ·············· 50Voice Intermediate School ·········· 32 - 300

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Archeo ·························· 45Balzac’s Coffee···················· 60The Boiler House ·················· 46Brick Street Bakery ················ 45 aCafé Uno ························ 32 - 102Mill Street Brewpub················ 63Pure Spirits Oyster House & Grill ····· 62 aSOMA Chocolate & Gelato ··········· 48 - 101Stirling Room ···················· 36 - 101The Sweet Escape Patisserie ········· 47 - 102Tappo Restaurant & Wine Bar ········ 3

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Young Centre for the Performing Arts (Soulpepper Theatre/George Brown College) ·········· 49|50Dancemakers Centre for CreationStudio A························· 58 - 313Tapestry New Opera Works/Nightwood Theatre Studio ·········· 58 - 315

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Stone Distillery Fermenting Cellar ···· 6|7The Cannery Room················· 59 - 260

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A Taste of Quebec ················· 32 - 100Artemide ························ 37 - 101Bergo Designs ···················· 47 aCabinet ························· 32 - 104Condominium Sales Centre ·········· 51Corktown Designs Jewellery Gallery ··· 59 - 102distill ··························· 47 - 103Distillery Market ·················· 37 - 108DOM Toronto ····················· 9 - 106Elizabeth Munro Design ············ 9 - 104Euoko··························· 55Hästens ························· 8Horsefeathers Home at the Distillery ·· 62Lileo···························· 35Loopha·························· 56Mill Street Brewery ················ 63Pikto ··························· 59 - 103Segway of Ontario ················· 37 - 106Shao Design······················ 9 - 101SOMA Chocolate & Gelato ··········· 48 - 101Sound Designs···················· 58 - 101Spectacle ························ 53Sport Media Group················· 32 - 103Varasmus ························ 37 - 102Vintage Gardener·················· 57

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Arta Gallery ······················ 9 - 102The Blue Dot Gallery ··············· 47 - 101Corkin Gallery ···················· 61Cubeworks ······················· 52 - 101Deaf Culture Centre ················ 5 - 101Doll Collection···················· 59 - 104Engine Gallery ···················· 37 - 105Jacob Grinberg Photography········· 47 - 105Julie M Gallery···················· 37 - 103Kodiak Gallery ···················· 47 - 107Clark & Faria ····················· 2Pikto ··························· 59 - 103Thompson Landry Gallery ··········· 5 - 102Thompson Landry Cooperage Gallery ·· 32 - 101

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Distillery District Early Learning Centre 9 - 105 ···· 9 - 200George Brown College ·············· 50Voice Intermediate School ·········· 32 - 300

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Archeo ·························· 45Balzac’s Coffee···················· 60The Boiler House ·················· 46Brick Street Bakery ················ 45 aCafé Uno ························ 32 - 102Mill Street Brewpub················ 63Pure Spirits Oyster House & Grill ····· 62 aSOMA Chocolate & Gelato ··········· 48 - 101Stirling Room ···················· 36 - 101The Sweet Escape Patisserie ········· 47 - 102Tappo Restaurant & Wine Bar ········ 3

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Akroyd Furniture ·················· 74 - 101Daan Brouwer ···················· 74 - 111Emily Hamill ····················· 74 - 100HAG Atelier ······················ 74 - 107Holly Wheatcroft ·················· 74 - 110Leif Benner ······················ 74 - 108Lilith ··························· 74 - 103Millicent Vee ····················· 74 - 106Susan Card/Dish Gallery + Studio ····· 74 - 112Tank jewelry + beads··············· 74 - 105Tanya Kirouac ···················· 74 - 110tenacious························ 74 - 109

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Aluna Theatre ···················· 74 - 400Art of Jazz ······················· 74 - 202Canadian Dance Assembly··········· 74 - 312CanDance Network················· 74 - 304CAPIC ··························· 74 - 302Dance Ontario Association ·········· 74 - 304Dancemakers ····················· 74 - 306DanceWorks ······················ 74 - 304DVxT Theatre ····················· 74 - 310Expect Theatre···················· 74 - 208Inner City Angels ················· 74 - 203Le Laboratoire D’Art Inc.············ 74 - 317Modern Times Stage Company ······· 74 - 400Native Earth Performing Arts Inc. ···· 74 - 300 ···· 74 - 305Necessary Angel Theatre Co.········· 74 - 303Nightswimming ··················· 74 - 310Nightwood Theatre ················ 74 - 301Planet in Focus: International Environmental Film & Video Festival ·· 74 - 402Pleiades Theatre Inc. ·············· 74 - 311Prologue to the Performing Arts······ 74 - 201Queen of Puddings ················ 74 - 206Rimé Canada ····················· 74 - 204Shakespeare Link Canada ··········· 74 - 305Tapestry New Opera Works ·········· 74 - 318The Dance Current················· 74 - 312Theatre Museum Canada ············ 74 - 309Volcano ························· 74 - 309

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Life’s too short to go anywhere else…

160 years of history, amazing food and more than its fair share of the hottest people in Toronto. It’s no wonder critics rave about Pure Spirits.

Join us in Toronto’s favorite romantic hideaway; only minutes from downtown. Private cozy booths, tables for larger parties, European style patios and the always popular oyster long bar make this Toronto’s must try restaurant.

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55 Mill Street, Toronto, ON, M5A 3C4(416) 361-5859

THIS PLACE HAS IT ALL

“Toronto’s Best Patio”

(Toronto Life)

“Best Oysters” (OurFaves.com)

“Most Romantic” (Toronto.com)

1. Still Dancing

Located in The Distillery’s main

Trinity Square, Still Dancing is a

36 foot tall sculpture constructed

in aluminum, steel and structural

cast resins. It is the creation of

internationally renowned artist,

Dennis Oppenheim. Based in New

York, Mr. Oppenheim is recognized

as a leading conceptual artist. His

works are displayed in locations

around the world, including The

Whitney Museum of American Art,

Neue Naionalgalerie, Berlin and

Olympic Park South Korea. This

is the first Ontario installation for

him. Dennis Oppenheim describes

Still Dancing as a “combination of

sculpture, architecture and theatre”.

He explains that “by combining

these art forms into one work, which

derives content from an association

with early distillery images and their

alchemical apparatus, one evokes

the extraordinary transformative

drama inherent in the distilling

process”.

IT and Koilos

IT and Koilos are the creations of

California based artist, Michael

Christian. Known for his surreal and

somewhat radical sculptures, Mr.

Christian’s works are both provocative

and captivating. These are his first

Canadian exhibitions.

2. Koilos

Crouching in Distillery Lane, is

Koilos, a fourteen foot tall sculpture

constructed of hand cut sheet metal.

Christian explains that Koilos, sits with

its legs ready to move, pounce or play.

He adds that the posture of the piece

reflects restraint, knowledge and

wisdom. Koilos has been described

as “eerie and yet beautiful.”

3. IT

Standing in Distillery Lane, just outside

Distillery Market’s south doors, IT rises

forty feet tall and is constructed of

12,000 pounds of steel. Inspired by

H.G. Wells’ War of the Worlds, IT was

commissioned by Black Rock City

Nevada’s 2006 Burning Man Festival

and over 50,000 visitors viewed it

when it was first unveiled.

4. Passerelle et Portance

Passerelle et Portance is the creation

of well known Quebec Artist Claude

Millette. Constructed of stainless and

corten steel, the piece greets visitors

at The Distillery’s Parliament Street

entrance. It consists of two bridge

like structures and invites visitors

to climb and explore. Ms. Millette

is represented by The Distillery’s

Thompson Landry Gallery.

5. Desire Bruts

Desire Bruts is a 72 inch tall bronze

sculpture sitting atop a granite and

steel base. It sits at the entrance to

the Thompson Landry Gallery and

is the work of Jean-Pierre LaFrance,

one of Canada’s most talented

multidisciplinary artists. Represented

by The Thompson Landry Gallery,

Mr. Lafrance’s works are held by

many private and public collections

throughout the world. This is his first

Toronto exhibition.

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STATE OF BEING #2

by Paula MurrayPorcelainavailable at Arta Gallery www.artagallery.ca 416 364 2782

This is the best place in Toronto to shop for interesting and cutting edge gifts, goods and services. With a thriving art scene, style savvy boutiques and fabulous dining, this hip hangout has everything you need for a perfect day of holiday shopping. Find something for everyone on your list and reward yourself with a post-shopping drink, dinner or treat.

SACHETS OF FRENCH LAVENDAR, GLASS MISTER AND JAPANESE PRUNING SHEERS

available at Vintage Gardner [email protected] 416 364 6232

CHOCOLATES

by David CastellanSpicy Moon, Hazelnut (gianduja), Caramel Feuilletine, Douglas Fir and Costa Rican Milk Chocolate Almond Clusteravailable at Somawww.somachocolate.com 416 815 7662

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THE STATEMAN, HANDMADE IN JAPAN

by Dita EyewearDiamond Facet Titanium Rim with Acetate Frameavailable at Spectacle 416 363 5300

DE SEIN D’HELENE – FROMAGE DE MONTAGNE

by La MoutonniereSheep Milkavailable at A Taste of Quebecwww.atasteofquebec.com 416 364 5020

TIGRITO CAT BOWL

by Miriam Mirri for AlessiStainless Steel & Plasticavailable at Bergo Gallery of Industrial Designwww.bergo.ca 416 861 1821

BABY PLANE

by Nicolas TrubPlastic & Stainless Steel

available at Bergo Gallery of Industrial Designwww.bergo.ca 416 861 1821

HAND MADE DOLL

Fimot & Fabricavailable at Art Doll Gallery www.dollcollection.ca416 214 1741

CUPCAKES

available at Sweet Escapeswww.thesweetescapedistillery.com 416 214 2253

ZEPPELIN

by Bowers & WilkinsiPod Stereo Speaker Systemavailable at Sound Designswww.sounddesigns.ca 416 364 4800


RINK LINKS FROM THE HOCKEY CANADA COLLECTION

by Green ShagSteel and Enamelavailable at distillwww.distillgallery.com 416 304 0033

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ASSORTED CLOTHING

by Highavailable at Lileowww.lileo.ca 416 413 1410

HARVEY’S THE ORIGINAL SEAT BELT BAG

by Harvey’sReclaimed Seatbeltsavailable at Corktown Designs www.corktowndesigns.com 416 861 3020

CUSTOM PHOTO BOOKS

available at Pikto www.pikto.ca

416 203 3443

ORGANIC BREADS

available at Brick Street Bakerywww.brickstreetbakery.ca 416 214 4925


HELLES BOCK AND BELGIAN WIT BEER

by Mill Street Breweryavailable at the Mill Street Brewpubwww.millstreetbrewpub.ca 416 681 0338

BALZAC’S BLEND COFFEE

by Diana OlsenMarble Roast – Sumatran, Guatamalean and Costa Rican availalble at Balzac’s Caféwww.balzacscoffee.com 416 207 1709

DINING TABLE MADE FROM RECLAIMED DISTILLERY DISTRICT LUMBER

by Ron BriandYellow Pine and Douglas Firavailable at Cabinet Furniturewww.cabinetfurniture.ca 416 777 9234

SEGWAY X2 GOLF PACKAGE

available at Segway www.segwayofontario.com 416 642 0008

TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS 1960 (HOME JERSEY)

Ebbetsfield FlannelsFlannelavailable at The Sport Gallery www.thesportgallery.com 416 861 8514

REVERSIBLE COLLAGE BELT

by Iisa Reclaimed Leather, Paper and Raisin Boxesavailable at distillwww.distillgallery.com 416 304 0033

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Prohibition had started in Ontario in 1916, prohibiting

the ‘selling of liquor for beverage purposes’ and

‘possessing it outside a private dwelling.’ However,

it was okay to manufacture it, which The Gooderham

-Worts Distillery did though out the time, shipping

it around the world. Inevitably, some of the product

destined for distant shores, found its way home and

into the hands of the speakeasies, bootleggers and

private clubs.

When Prohibition was repealed in 1923, there was

a ready-made and thirsty market and later that year

Hiram Walker-Gooderham Worts began publishing

cocktail recipe booklets to promote their product. This

early marketing ploy was so successful that many

New Yorkers pulled the plug on their bath tub gin to

regularly party north of the border!

For more information on Distillery heritage see

“Toronto’s Distillery District: History by the Lake”

by Sally Gibson, or visit www.distilleryheritage.com.

The hit tune of 1928, “Goodbye Broadway …

Hello Montreal” helped popularize the new party

atmosphere north of the US border.

PROHIBITION ENDS AT LAST!

Goodbye Broadway, American prohibition era sheet music, 1928, DHD.

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With a crystal clear pitch to our southern neighbours, many of

the new cocktails featured American names: Manhattan, Bronx,

American Beauty, New Orleans Gin Fizz.

Page 47 of one of the booklets

featured a Canadian sized recipe.

Punch for 120 people!

Cover of pamphlet, Mixing Cocktails, D. Worts. Patriotic Canadian Punch recipe from 1928 A.B.C. Mixing Cocktails pamphlet, DHD.

TORONTO’S BEST EVENT VALUE

55 Mill Street, Toronto, ON, M5A 3C4

Contact us for your next event:

Stacey FulcherEvent & Sales Manager

[email protected] 416.203.2363 ext 32

www.distilleryevents.com

TORONTO’S HUB FOR ART, CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT. The Distillery District offers event experiences that can’t be matched.

WITH CAPACITY TO SERVE FROM 20 - 600, in a host of spectacular one-of-a-kind venues there is no better place to hold a wedding, bar/bat mitzvah or corporate event.

Enjoy working with our expert team of event consultants. We’ll help you surpass your highest expectations.

BUZZ

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D i s t i l l e r y D i s t r i c t C e l e b r i t y N e w s

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JOHN GOODMANDAN AYKROYDBLUES BROTHERS 2000

The Distillery District continues to host some of Film and Television’s biggest celebrities.

Walk through our front gates as Russell Crowe did in Cinderella Man, or dance with purpose

as Richard Gere did in Chicago. Whether it be a film shoot, or simply an evening out in one

of Toronto’s most inviting neighbourhoods, celebrity sightings are common at The Distillery!

These are are just a few of the films shot here and the actors who have honoured us with a visit.

MOVIES FILMED AT THE DISTILLERY

VINCE VAUGHNCOOL DRY PLACE

SAMUEL L. JACKSONG E E N A D A V I SLONG KISS GOODNIGHT

J O S H U A J A C K S O NSKULLS

EMILO ESTEVES

CHARLIE SHEENRATED X

GARY OLDMAN

MICHAEL J FOXINTERSTATE 60

SPOTTED SHOPPING, DINING & CELEBRATING AT THE DISTILLERY:

Edward NortonLudacrisJeremy PivenJennifer LopezMorgan FreemanCharlize TheronBonoHowie MandelWoody HarrelsonDrew BarrymoreJohn MalkovichSigourney WeaverJulia StilesTim Roth

AL PACINOCOLIN FARRELLTHE RECRUIT

CHRISTOPHER WALKENVENDETTA

NICOLAS CAGETRAPPED IN PARADISE

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Imagine living in a place that offers all the charm of a small town in the heart of Canada’s largest city.

I recently had the opportunity to

live in The Distillery District and

explore this unique pedestrian-only

neighbourhood featuring art galler-

ies, restaurants, shops, schools, and

now, a new condominium building.

Construction has already started on

two more residential towers slated for

completion in 2012.

Owners Cityscape Development Corp.

and Dundee Realty put me in the

guest suite at Pure Spirit, a 32-storey

condominium building on Mill St., the

first of three residential towers being

built in The Distillery. Completed in

2009, Pure Spirit consists of lofts and

condos ranging from 450 to 1,500

square feet, many of which offer

stunning views of the downtown and

Toronto islands. Among other things,

the building features a gym, party

room, a supermarket and is just 10

minutes from

Union Station.

I particularly

enjoyed taking a

dip in the west-

facing rooftop

swimming pool

while admiring

the city’s skyline.

While Pure Spirit

is sold out, units are still available

in The Distillery’s next two projects:

Clear Spirit, a 40-storey tower

scheduled for completion in March

2012, and Gooderham, a 35-storey

tower to be ready in November 2012.

Both will be on Tank House Lane,

next door to the Mill Street Brewery

and across from the Young Centre for

the Performing Arts.

The buildings will be registered

with the Canadian Green Building

Council, and each suite will feature

measures such as double-glazed

Living In The Distillery

Construction has already started on two more residential towers slated for completion in 2012.

BY KENYON WALLACE

Living In The Distillery

windows, low-flow fixtures, aerated faucets and dual flush

toilets to reduce energy consumption and water use.

Living in The Distillery makes it easy to explore the

district’s wide range of restaurants, galleries and cultural

offerings. Indeed, the area offers all the amenities and

services one could need, with the added bonus of having

one of the city’s best theatre companies and more than a

dozen art galleries just steps away.

The area boasts 10 restaurants and cafés with a wide

variety of offerings. My favourite way to start the day

was to sit with a good book and a cappuccino beneath

the soaring ceilings and massive chandelier of Balzac’s

Coffee.

For lunch, try the Mill Street Brew Pub. Before sampling

one of the 14 craft beers on offer, visitors can take a tour

of the brewery to learn how the beer they are about to

drink is made.

The Boiler House restaurant is a great spot for dinner,

with live music every Thursday through Saturday nights

making for a great ambience.

If you like art, the Engine Gallery on Distillery Lane serves

as an example of the ever-changing face of the area.

Every month, the gallery has solo exhibitions to showcase

and promote paintings, photography and sculptures by

local and international artists.

One of the best-known artistic attractions at The Distillery

is the Soulpepper Theatre Company, which inhabits the

Young Centre for the Performing Arts.

Founded in 1998 by 12 Toronto actors who dreamed of

performing relatively unknown classical plays for larger

audiences, Soulpepper moved from Harbourfront to its

permanent home in The Distillery in 2005.

Says Cityscape Partner Mathew Rosenblatt: “The Distillery

District can be characterized as big city sophistication

meets small town charm. We wanted something that

people could come down and consume and feel that

they can keep coming, as there’s always going to be

something new.”

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Blue Dot Gallery

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