Uptown Uncovered

Uncover North Toronto’s transformation with us—from open fields to thriving neighbourhood streets.

Explore a suburb – far from a sleepy hamlet – but a growing neighbourhood full of tantalizing tales: from the failed rebellion that led to sweeping government reforms, to a medieval-styled castle that hides key city infrastructure. On these travels north, we’ll explore an Art Deco theatre, once home to vaudeville and now a residential condominium, the first Toronto public library to have an automated circulation system, and end at North Toronto’s neighbourhood garden boutique.

This emerging historian tour will be developed and led by Mads Bayliss, a journalist and digital storyteller. After completing an exchange year in Toronto, Mads felt so at home in the rich vibrancy of the city’s culture that they now live here permanently. Mads believes heritage and storytelling can unite communities, and aims to share histories that are often ignored and misrepresented.

Who is it for?

All ages

Tickets : $10.05

This tour is provided for $8.00/person. The total cost is $10.05 (includes a $2.05 transaction fee). Please note that space is limited on our tours. You may not be able to join a tour group if you have not registered ahead of time through our website.

How to get tickets?

Buy online

Date:

Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

90 minutes

Venue & Address

Start Point – Montgomery Square Park, 2384 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4P 3J5

Wheelchair not accessible

Street Parking

Paid Parking

The nearest Green P parking lot is at 30 Roehampton Ave.

Accessible by Public Transport

The nearest TTC stop is Eglinton Station, accessible by taking the Line 1 or Line 5 subways or busses 13, 34, 61, 74, 97, or 103.