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There’s a plan to preserve Bloor-Yorkville’s history, but not everyone agrees on what’s worth saving.
On March 12, 2026, the Toronto Preservation Board voted in support of the Bloor-Yorkville Cultural Heritage Resource Assessment, which identified 88 possible heritage properties in the area.
Designer Peter Cebulak questioned how the City determines which buildings are historically significant. He said some properties may not have strong architectural value.
Paul Bedford, the director of the Greater Yorkville Residents Association, praised the study and expressed support for further examination of the Yorkville Village core as a potential heritage district.
However, a few property owners raised concerns about what designation could bring. Colette Koopman, a lawyer, said heritage status could lead to higher maintenance costs and limit future redevelopment. A few other speakers said they don’t wish for their property to be considered for heritage recognition.
The Toronto Preservation Board adopted the report with amendments.
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