A sketch of Glengarda Ursuline School, designed in 1938 by J.C. Pennington.
The building opened in 1939, and stood until 1998, when despite being designated, the Mady Corp tore it down for this…
In a booklet issued about the history of Glengarda, to coincide with the new Condos the following is stated:
The reaction was so spiteful that even the Gates along Riverside Drive were taken down so no trace remained. Thankfully the Ontario Heritage Act was strengthened a few years back to prevent this type of demolition from occurring again. At the time, even though a building was designated it’s demolition couldn’t be stopped, unlike today.
At least the demolition of Glengarda featured on the cover of the report on the Loss Of Heritage Properties in Ontario, published in 2002.
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I was a student at Glengarda. It was a beautiful place to spend my youth. So many beautiful memories and surrounded by infinite love. Generally speaking I was a misunderstood child and it was at a school like this where all the boundaries dissolved and simple kindness flourished. I am sad the building is gone but most of all I hope the spirit lives on through teachers and mentors that just giving of your self to others and being a positive influence to others means everything to someone. It was a beautiful place, a work of art, every hall way, every room was home to me and countless other kids who thrived in the sacred surroundings. It was an honor to have had the experience. I wish everyone could have an experience whether it be in a school or in a family, with friends or simply in life where you can measure the things that truly matter. The building was the framework within which many miracle occurred. I remember the day I went to visit and it was gone. I was living in London and it felt like part of my soul was ripped out. I had gone back a few times it visit the sisters who where my teachers. I will never forget the whole experience of Glengarda.
Just found this site and felt I needed to share on it. I wish I had a pic of the old building.
Thank,
Mike Prout.
Charles Robinson, thank you for your comments.
Woods, if they had put the Chrysler HQ on the block behind, everyone would be lamenting the loss of the Paul Martin Sr. building, Ye Olde Steak House and the Fish Market/Pogos/The Loop & the Coach & Horses.