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IN THE LOOPMAY 2017 ISSUE 121
Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica of Ottawa (L4746)
505 Richmond St. West (L15717)Cover.jpg(L15717)a6.jpg IN THIS ISSUE
New locations in Missis- sauga, Maple and Toronto OMDC News (page 3)
Last month the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport was pleased to announce that 2016 was another record-breaking year for the film and Updated locations in television production industry in Ontario. There was steady growth across Toronto & Mississauga the industry, in both foreign and domestic productions that contributed (page 7) $1.7 billion to the economy in 2016. The industry accounted for more than 35,000 full-time direct and spin-off jobs, representing an increase of nearly 3,200 jobs over the previous year. Featured locations in As of April 2017, film and television production activity continues to be Ottawa strong with 26 productions in prep or currently shooting. OMDC is proud (page 10) of the hardworking production community across the province that continues to grow and thrive. We’re thrilled to see what 2017 brings as we continue champion Ontario as a prime production jurisdiction.
- Justin Cutler, Ontario Film Commissioner
IN THE LOOP - ISSUE 121 - MAY 2017 2 NEW LOCATIONS Modern & Trendy
588 Curzon Ave (L15708) This modern three-storey home is location in Lakeview community of Mississauga. It features high ceilings, white interiors, hardwood floors, spiral staircase, and contemporary accents. On the second floor there is an office nook with exposed brick wall. Down the hall is the spacious master bedroom, with doors that open entirely to a stylish balcony. Downstairs your will find the siting room, dining area, living room with fireplace, and the kitchen with wood-centre island and breakfast bar.
Exterior
Sitting area
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Event Space
C Banquets (L15896) Right in the heart of downtown Mississauga, this contemporary venue is just steps away from Square One, the Liv- ing Arts Centre, Sheridan College and Jubilee Gardens. Located on the 12th floor, this space features floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase a panoramic view of the city. Versatile, the venue can hold up to 210 people in a reception style setting or be transformed into a theatre. Amenities include, onsite parking, small outdoor patio, ample natu- ral light with electronic blackout shades and at ground level, an outdoor fountain in summer and skating rink in winter.
Contact: Lisa Toliao | [email protected] | 905-615-3200 ext. 4114
Balcony
IN THE LOOP - ISSUE 121 - MAY 2017 4 322 Palmerston Boulevard (L15718) Nestled in Toronto’s Little Italy community, this brick house wel- comes you with classic exteriors and renovated modern interiors. Front of house has steps leading to a front porch, and balcony. Main floor has dining room with old fireplace, living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. Upper floors have sitting room, large master bedroom with built in median gas fireplace and en-suite bathroom with bathtub. The backyard has a spacious deck.
Dining room
Master Bedroom
IN THE LOOP - ISSUE 121 - MAY 2017 5 Callisto Nails & Spa (L15741) 1,300 sq. ft. of luxury, this beauty spa and nail salon is located in Maple. The glamorous interior is designed with chandeliers and bold colours of purple, gold, black and features mani- cure stations, six pedicure stations, two massage rooms, reception area, waiting area, washroom, and kitchen.
Contact: Kristina Goranskaya | [email protected] | 416-559-6555
Pedicure Station Reception
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Underpass Park (L2826) Underpass Park is the most extensive park to ever be built under an overpass in Canada, and the first of its kind in To- ronto. There are skateboard ledges, a sloping concrete area and basketball hoops. Many graffiti-style murals have been painted on the underpasses. The west side is more open and has a play area for kids, with swings, a see-saw, jungle gym equipment, hopscotch and four square area and an art installation above entitled “Mirage”. Benches are scattered strategically throughout, and LED spotlights illuminate the space at night. Parking lot near St. Lawrence Street.
Contact: TFTO Office | [email protected] | 416-338-3456
East of St. River St Art
Basketball Court
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Maple Leaf Tavern (L7582) This recently renovated three-storey building is located in the Leslieville area of Toronto. Originally a hotel and bar, Maple Leaf Tavern features white and black wood exterior. Main floor has an upscale pub look, large central dark wood bar, dark wood booths and communal tables. Banquettes and round table dining area with walkout to west side patio featuring the original Maple Leaf sign. Open kitchen. Washrooms and prep room in the basement with a fire escape at the back.
Contact: Todd Morgan | [email protected] | 416-465-0955
Back Room & Kitchen Counter
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1462 Mississauga Road (7753) 1870’s large farmhouse white clapboard and recently renovated large, modern country kitchen. Warm hardwood flooring throughout that lead into large common rooms, including huge Great Room with attached sunroom. Spacious bedrooms, including the master; with extensive ensuite bathroom and walk in closet. Attic entrance with retractable staircase located in Upper Hall. 1.7 acre lot with generous backyard space, triple car garage and 125’ driveway to accommodate significant vehicle and truck parking.
Living Room
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From Narthex to Nave
Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica of Ottawa (L4746) A designated heritage building, the Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica of Ottawa is the largest and oldest church in Ottawa. This church was built 1841, with expansion until 1865. In 1849, it was remodeled to Gothic style with three naves, with the Gothic apse was added at the rear in 1862. In 1879, remodel- ling of the interior commenced, which included the construc- tion of the detailed altar, side altars and stained glass win- dows. Other features of the interiors include; twin steeples at 59 metres high, an arched ceiling with ribs, wooden columns painted to look like marble. 155 statues of assorted heavenly figures adorn the sanctuary. On the balcony level, there’s an organ and choir loft.
Contact: Gilles Ouellette | [email protected] | 613-738-5025 ext. 238 Chancel
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De La Salle Secondary School (École Secondaire publique De La Salle) (L15818) Built in 1968, this four-storey red brick vocational arts secondary school in Ottawa has 68 classrooms, 12 labs, two gymnasiums, a cafeteria, library resource centre, music rooms with practice pods, dance studios and photography dark rooms. It also has a 700 seat auditorium, football field and large parking facilities.
Contact: Marcel Morin | [email protected] | 613-789-0053
EY Centre (L15882) Dubbed the largest multi-purpose exhibition facility in Eastern Ontario, the EY Centre is an event venue in Ottawa. Featuring a total of 220,000 square feet of column-free function space with easy access doors, 23’ ceilings, 20’x20 direct access, eight truck-level loading bays, four meeting rooms, movable walls, retail food space, and show office.
Contact: Jennifer Diggins | [email protected] | 613-822-8800 ext. 204
Hall 3
IN THE LOOP - ISSUE 121 - MAY 2017 11 Rideau Canal (L5283) The historic Rideau Canal Waterway, built in 1826 to 1832, which con- nects Kingston in the south to Ottawa in the north, runs 125 miles long. Urban canal section winds through downtown Ottawa with a variety of bridges and landscapes from parks to modern office buildings and stately homes. The waterway is operational from May through October. In winter the Ottawa portion of the canal is made into a gigantic skating rink. Since 1971 the National Capital Commission has maintained the canal’s ice surface in winter. Known in winter as the Rideau Canal Skate- way, it is 7.2 km long starting at the Rideau Street Bridge and ending Pedestrian Concourse at the Hartwell Locks. Please note: the green space and staking rink are managed by the National Capital Commission & the waterway is man- aged by Parks Canada.
Contact: National Capital Commission | [email protected] | 613-239-5000
Parks Canada: Valerie de Winter | [email protected] | 613-283-7199 ext.
Canal at Hartwell Locks
Canal near Lansdowne Park
IN THE LOOP - ISSUE 121 - MAY 2017 12 Nepean Sailing Club (L4668) Nepean Sailing Club was founded in 1979 in Ottawa. It features a large marina, clubhouse, and parking lot. The clubhouse has an event space and meeting room called Harbourview Hall with wood beamed ceiling on the second floor. Also, there is a bar, lounge, and offices. Deck off the clubhouse faces the marina and boat docks. Boat storage is available on grounds of the property.
Contact: Gene Bruce | [email protected] | 613-829-6462
Deck off Lounge
Marina
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Greyhound Bus Terminal at Ottawa Central Station (L15828) The Greyhound Bus Terminal at Ottawa Central Station has a long ticket counter, waiting area with two sets of locker banks, sliding doors to bus loading area, and 14 covered bus bays.
Contact: Lanesha Gipson | [email protected] | 214-849-7846
Bus Stand
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Zibi- 6 Booth Street (L15880) Former E B Eddy/Domtar Lands, Zibi manages a four-storey, 100-year-old industrial warehouse on Ottawa’s Chaudière Island. The complex spans the Ottawa River and sits beside the Buchanan Channel. Used as a meeting and events venue, the building has exposed brick and wood walls with industrial lighting, cement and wood floor- ing, open wood beamed ceilings, industrial fire doors, small office spaces.
Contact: Claude Hamelin | [email protected] | 819-775-5372
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