about ERA Architects
ERA Architects is a well-known heritage architecture firm and is widely recognized for its thoughtful and expert advice on matters relating to existing buildings. ERA specializes in conservation, restoration and adaptive reuse of heritage buildings within a cultural context. Recent projects include the Distillery Historic District and The Carlu at College Park, and the firm is currently working on the AGO and the ROM.
website: www.era.on.ca
about [murmur]
[murmur] is an archival audio project that collects and curates stories set in specific Toronto locations, told by Torontonians themselves. At each of these locations, a [murmur] sign with a telephone number and location code marks where stories are available. By using a mobile phone, users are able to listen to the story of that place while engaging in the
physical experience of being there. Some stories suggest that the listener walk around, following a certain path through a place, while others allow a person to wander with both their feet and their gaze.
[murmur] was first established in Kensington Market in 2003, and spread to the Annex neighbourhood in 2004. In 2005 [murmur] was part of the City of Toronto's "Culture Capital" program, collect stories along Spadina from Bloor down to Queens Quay . [murmur] believes interesting things don't just happen at SkyDome and
Nathan Phillips Square -- the city is full of stories, and some of them happen in parking lots and bungalows, diners and front lawns. The smallest, greyest or most nondescript building can be transformed by the stories that live in it. Once heard, these stories can change the way people think about that place and Toronto at large..
website: www.murmurtoronto.ca
about Spacing
Spacing magazine was launched in December 2003, and has quickly become an integral voice in the ongoing discussion around Toronto’s public spaces. The magazine explores the city's urban landscape and isn't afraid to say what's right or wrong with it. Themes range from transit to pedestrianism, ad encroachment to graffiti.
Spacing draws on the talents of a core group of the city's best young writers and visual artists. In December 2004, Spacing was nominated for "Best New Title" in Utne magazine’s Independent Press Awards. In January 2005, Spacing's second issue was awarded "Best Single Issue Design" by Applied Arts magazine, and the National Post has called the success of Spacing's line of Toronto subway buttons the "civic pride fashion statement of the year". The Spacing Wire was voted the city's best blog in 2005 by Eye Weekly readers.
website: www.spacing.ca
about Fort York
Historic Fort York, the location of the Battle of York during the War of 1812 is the 1793 birthplace of modern Toronto. It is home to Canada's largest collection of original War of 1812 buildings and is designated as a National Historic site. Open year-round, Historic Fort York offers seasonal guided tours, musket, drill and music demonstrations. Explore the fort, learn about its military history and celebrate Canada Day, Victoria Day, and Doors Open Toronto with friendly & knowledgeable staff.
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