Learn a little of Toronto's history as told through its plaques.
Janet M. Magee 1898-1979
Photos by Alan L Brown - December, 2009
Here at 71 Merton Street, inside the lobby on the west wall, is a 1984 Toronto Historical Board plaque. Here's what it says:
Erected in 1979, Janet Magee Manor was named in honour of Mrs. Janet Magee, a dedicated community worker in North Toronto. Born in Lombardy, Perth County, Ontario, she moved to Toronto in 1918 and for many years lived near here on Hillsdale Avenue East. She was a founder of the "Meals on Wheels" programme in Toronto and organized a walk to save the "Belt Line" from demolition. When a high-rise building was planned for the site, she led the crusade to erect senior citizen housing instead. The result is this well located senior citizen apartment building. May the spirit of Janet Magee be an inspiration to us all.
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Plaque Location Co-ordinates: 43.696261 -79.393859
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Posted December 15, 2009
The plaque is not missing - I read it on-site several hours ago!! It is inside the building, in the west end of the lobby, prominently displayed. [Thanks. I've now photographed it.]
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