The report provides a picture of the current state of heritage in Toronto and lays out goals that Heritage Toronto believes will strengthen the heritage sector. GBCA Associate, Sharon Vattay, assisted with the writing of the report. Copies of the report are available to download on the Heritage Toronto website.
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The Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall celebrated Phase 1 of its seven-year Massey Hall Revitalization project.
While still years away, this launch moves us one step closer to the conservation work that will be undertaken by GBCA. Exterior masonry (including the stone carved “Massey Music Hall” signband), along with an extensive list of interior features, will be repaired and/or restored in conjunction with the new addition designed by KPMB Architects. Original design elements so integral to the hall, including stained glass windows, plaster ceiling and Art Deco lobby will be carefully assessed in a GBCA Conservation Plan.
The event was covered by UrbanToronto.
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