Leaside has a well-earned reputation as a tranquil community. But in 1948, it was the scene of a bitter labour conflict involving unions, police and Leasiders themselves. It started in late January, when management at …more
On the eve of World War II, a strange event took place in Leaside that captured the attention of much of Toronto, and beyond. It all began when the Riverdale Kiwanis Club of Toronto decided …more
The Leaside Heritage Preservation Society (LHPS) is dedicated to celebrating Leaside’s impressive history and its continued impact on our present-day lives. A great example of this is the Leaside Transformer station. This massive power facility, …more
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