Summer 2013

On Thursday the students visited Toronto’s historic Distillery District. The main historic site here is the Gooderham and Worts Distillery, which began in 1832. Interestingly, alcohol production played a big role in Toronto’s history, especially during the American prohibition during the 1920s, when alcohol was produced in Toronto and secretly, brought over to the Americans. In the last few decades, this area has been repurposed and redeveloped, and is now a trendy area with high-end shops, bars, restaurants, galleries, and condominiums. The students enjoyed exploring the area (what a great place to take photos!). On the way back, students went into the St. Lawrence Market and browsed the vendors selling food and other products.

One of the students’ favourite activities was canoeing on Lake Ontario. The students took the boats all the way across to Toronto’s Center Island and had some time to explore the island a bit. The island has a small amusement park, beaches, water activities, parks, and much more!

As Toronto’s most famous landmark, the CN Tower is a must-see during a stay in Toronto. Students went up to the Observation level of the tallest free-standing tower in the Western hemisphere, and had a chance to stand on the glass floor 342 metres above the ground. Many students also wanted to do the EdgeWalk (that’s right, you can actually walk around the outside edge of the CN Tower! With safety harnesses on of course) but unfortunately it wasn’t possible. Maybe on the next trip to Toronto!