63 h. ago City of Ottawa staff recommend against heritage district designation for Wellington Street West area

A city administration report for council's built heritage committee said the area only met or exceeded the threshold for one criteria in the Ontario Heritage Act.

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4 d. ago Sarah Mullally named the first female Archbishop of Canterbury in history of Church of England

LONDON — Bishop of London Sarah Mullally was announced Friday as the next Archbishop of Canterbury, the first time in 1,400 years that a woman has been chosen as the spiritual leader of the Church of England. Mullally, 63, a former chief nursing officer for England, will face serious challenges including divisions over the treatment […]

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1 week ago Historic church in rural Alberta torched during crime spree: ‘Utter devastation’

A charred foundation, chipped bricks and a mountain of black ash is all that remains of a historic Ukrainian Orthodox church north of Edmonton.

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2 w. ago Roots Unveils New Locations Across Canada, Blending Modern Design with Iconic Heritage

TORONTO — Building on its evolution as a premium lifestyle brand, Roots (“Roots” or the “Company”) (TSX: ROOT) has been engaging in store refreshes across Canada this year. Highlights include the opening of its newest flagship in Vancouver, and the launch of its first-ever pilot concept store in Toronto. Blending heritage with innovation, refreshes showcase […]

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2 w. ago Designated heritage home in Toronto is listed for less than $6 million

Who says historical opulence and modern luxury are mutually exclusive?The home at 166 High Park Ave. in Toronto proves you really can have the best of both worlds. It doesn’t just look antique, it’s the real deal — having been built in 1891 and owned by Herman Heintzman, of Heintzman piano-family fame.In 1986, it was designated by the Ontario Heritage Foundation as having architectural value and historical interest, and today, it’s up for sale.The view from the back. You’ll immediately notice elements of its historic past in the exquisite architectural details. Carved oak trims, stained glass windows, chandeliers, and heated herringbone floors manage to be reminiscent of another time, while incorporating modern amenities to ensure a cozy, comfortable home.The main floor living room.Not to mention, there's a unique tower integrated with a staircase and stained glass windows — you know, in case you ever wanted to li...

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3 w. ago Today's letters: Heritage designations might help churches survive

Tuesday, Sept. 16: Some of these architectural gems might otherwise face the wrecker's ball, says one reader. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

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3 w. ago Stunning Toronto tower proposal is 4 times as tall as last plan for same site

A long-dead proposal to redevelop a heritage church property in Toronto has resurfaced, only much larger than what was planned for the site just four years earlier.The major redevelopment scheme would see a breathtaking tower sprout from the 1887-built St Luke's United Church at the corner of Sherbourne and Carlton, planned to rise 48 storeys and reshape the local skyline in the process.Positioned at the junction of two busy TTC routes, the site is primed for intensification, though the scale being sought might raise some eyebrows in the community.Developer Kindred Works' application for 353-355 Sherbourne Street features a design from KPMB Architects, incorporating heritage retention work from ERA Architects, which would feature a dramatic mid-section between the tower and heritage base, boasting sweeping arches that create a dialogue between the old and new volumes.The current plan would preserve the original 1887 church and the attached 1912-built Sunday School, and ...

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3 w. ago Ottawa and the Catholic archdiocese tussle over heritage designations for two historic churches

The city's built heritage committee voted to accept a staff recommendation to move ahead with the designations for Église Saint-François-d'Assise and Église Saint-Joseph d’Orléans.

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3 w. ago These Ottawa churches opposed heritage status, the city is pushing forward anyway

The city's built heritage committee voted to accept a staff recommendation to move ahead with the designations for Église Saint-François-d'Assise and Église Saint-Joseph d’Orléans.

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