Indigenous History Episodes

Let's stroll through Old Toronto! We'll talk about the landmarks you know and some you don't. We'll stop at the St. Lawrence Market if you're feeling hungry, and explore some side streets to avoid the crowds. Also: we'll talk about a secret tunnel! CORRECTION: I mispronounced Samuel Ringgold Ward's name in this episode, saying "Wald" instead of "Ward". Originally released February 3, 2021. Walk-Along Info: Walk length: About an hour Accessibility: fairly flat, lots of paved roads and sidewal...

Let’s take a walk down Carlaw! We’re gonna talk about factories, maraschino cherries, TRAINS, tragic deaths, unions, WAR and so much more. Taking a little break but will be back with new episodes soon. Walk-Along Info: Walk length: 30ish min Walkability: flat, sidewalks Start: Overpass at Gerrard St. E. & Carlaw Ave. Finish: John Chang Neighbourhood Park Sources: https://walkinginplace.libsyn.com/dundas-carlaw-sources-0

We're back! Let's explore Yorkville, today known as being very expensive and fancy, but historically pretty grounded in the working class- and hippies. Walk-Along Info: Walk length: 45ish min Walkability: flat, sidewalks Start: Hazelton and Scollard Finish: Yonge and Davenport Sources: https://walkinginplace.libsyn.com/yorkville-sources

Ahoy maties? On this week’s episode, we explore the Toronto Port Lands where you can find old abandoned factories and tree graveyards, as well as nature trails and beach views. This walk is mostly safe and cozy on the Martin Goodman Trail, but if you’ve got a taste for danger, it’s got that too (if you so choose). Full steam ahead! Walk-Along Info: Walk length: 1 hourish Walkability: flat but muddy, some industrial roads Start: Outer Harbour Lookout Finish: Polson Pier Sources: https://wal...

The final festive walk of the season! We'll be walking in the Casa Loma/South Hill area, where you'll find some of the oldest streets (think: Ice Ages) and flashiest homes (think: medieval castles and private hospitals) this region has ever seen! Also, learn how to get your way with the city, and how not to keep your castle. Hint: it's fraud. Walk-Along Info: Walk length: About an hour Start: Davenport and Bathurst Finish: Davenport and Spadina Sources: https://walkinginplace.libsyn.com/cas...