times A Newsletter of The Heritage Board 2016

CHURCHVILLE CELEBRATES ITS BICENTENNIAL (1815 TO 2015) Churchville Village, located in southwest Brampton, from the 1830s onward. Amaziah was also the first celebrated its 200th anniversary in July 2015. Several person buried in the Churchville Cemetery, where hundred past and present residents attended the his wooden grave marker still stands. Other early event. It was a wonderful time for people to gather, Churchville families include the Brills, Farrands, reminisce, share photos and articles of Churchville, Beattys, Woods, and Halls. and learn about its past. Some members of the By 1860, Churchville was a bustling community original Churchville families, who now reside in the with upwards of 400 inhabitants. Commercial United States, also returned to their ancestral home enterprises included a blacksmith’s shop, a cooperage to mark its anniversary. (barrel maker), a carriage maker, a saw mill, a general Churchville was established in 1815 by Amaziah store, two hotels and several farms. The hotel the Brampton the Church who built a mill on the that flows buildings still exist and are now private residences. through the Village. His surname provided the name- It is said that William Lyon MacKenzie stayed overnight

heritage sake for the Village, which was known as “Churchville” in one of the hotels when fleeing York (). There were also three churches, one which still stands today and remains an important part of the historic fabric of Churchville. As Brampton became the political and commercial centre for the area, businesses and families started to relocate there and Churchville’s economy and population began to decline, a trend which was compounded by a fire in 1875 that destroyed part of the original village. Despite these events, Churchville survived and is home to a strong, close-knit community. 2 The Brampton Heritage Times Newsletter 2016

As Brampton and urbanized, Like every community, Churchville has Churchville remained a desirable location and evolved as long-time residents left and new many people chose to construct custom families arrived. Churchville’s 200th anniversary Cole estates in the rural landscape of the area. As was a celebration of its storied history and a more large homes were built, Village residents testament to the residents’ care and devotion and the City of Brampton became for their community. With the Farmhouse concerned for the future heritage protection currently in of Churchville and its place, Churchville will Finds historical integrity. In 1987, work on establishing the a New Home Village as a Heritage Conservation District (HCD) began, and the designation by-law was adopted in 1990. Churchville was one of the first HCDs in the Province of . Churchville’s designation was utilized during the building of Highway 407 when several heritage homes in the area of Churchville and Meadowvale were threat- ened with demolition. Three homes, owned The Cole Farmhouse, built between the 1860s by once-prominent local families, were and 1870s, is on the move! The farmhouse moved to open lots at the south end of the was originally located at 10690 Hwy 50 in the village, and their exterior façades were former Toronto Gore Township, and is now restored. Although it is ideal to leave being relocated 700 meters northwest to a heritage buildings on their original sites, new site along Coleraine Drive. The house these residences is being relocated due to plans to develop have found new life the former 60 acre farm into an industrial within Churchville’s business park. boundaries and form The one-and-a-half storey brick residence an important and with Gothic Revival architectural influence is much loved part of believed to have been built for Thomas Cole the landscape today. maintain its distinctive and his family. Thomas was the most prominent The District acts as qualities within member of the family, being associated with a haven for built and Brampton and future the prosperous expansion of the farm during natural heritage, both of which are historically generations will be able to enjoy its rural which time he also served as township significant to the area and deeply tied to the setting, natural beauty, and heritage value for Councillor in 1863 and 1874. It is believed that presence of the Credit River. years to come. the Village of Coleraine directly south of this property derived its name from the combination of the two early settler families of this area - the Coles and the Raines. At its new location, the Cole Farmhouse will be separated from the industrial buildings by the Rainbow Creek corridor. The house will be rehabilitated in accordance with an approved Conservation Plan. Stay tuned for updates in our next issue of the Heritage Times Newsletter! The Brampton Heritage Times Newsletter 3 A Vision Comes to Life: The Credit Valley Trail

The concept of a recreational trail following on early settlement the Credit River has been noted on several in Brampton will be plans dating as far back as 1956. The trail demonstrated by McMurchy Mill stayed trapped on paper until recent years the communities of when Credit Valley Conservation partnered Churchville and Huttonville. Aboriginal history municipality in the watershed to promote a with the Credit Valley Heritage Society to will also be featured along the trail. trail master plan. The Credit Valley Heritage form the Credit Valley Trail Consortium. Nearly eight kilometres of new trail Society delegated to the Brampton Heritage The Consortium’s primary goal is the construction will be needed in Brampton. Board in May 2014 and received the Board’s creation of a trail along the entire 113 kilometre Some trail development may be achieved endorsement. The next step was to supply the length of the Credit River from Lake Ontario through future land development in adjacent Consortium with letters of support so that it to the headwaters near Orangeville. Its other secondary plan areas such as Bram West, could obtain a grant from the Friends of the Credit Valley and Heritage Heights. Greenbelt Foundation for the trail master plan In order to achieve their goal, the and Brampton staff happily complied. Consortium needed the support In September 2015, the Friends of the of every municipality in the Greenbelt Foundation announced funding of Credit River Watershed. $100,000 for the Credit River Trail Master Plan. It was imperative that the In collaboration with municipal partners, the municipalities be willing to insert trail master plan will identify the preferred the concept of the trail into their route. It will also highlight natural and cultural Creditview Road Bowstring Bridge municipal plans and help secure heritage resources along the trail and assess key parcels of land through land securement priorities. The master plan goals are to protect the Credit River and purchase, gratuitous conveyance or easements. is expected to be completed in 2017. The surrounding valleylands, which are a valuable Municipalities involved include the Regions of completion of the trail will require the natural resource, and to promote any associated Peel and Halton, the Cities of Mississauga and transfer of land along the Credit River Valley cultural heritage resources. The trail will Brampton, the Towns of Caledon, Erin, Halton into public hands and the creation of a enhance the public’s connection to the river, Hills, Mono, Oakville and Orangeville, and the tourism and marketing strategy. A worthwhile valley, and greenbelt. Markers and signage Townships of Amaranth and East Garafraxa. and long-anticipated vision is finally well on along the trail will highlight the river’s natural In March 2015, the Credit Valley Trail its way to realization. and cultural heritage. The effect of the river Consortium approached each adjacent

Eldorado Park 4 The Brampton Heritage Times Newsletter 2016 Façade and Building Improvement Programs Revitalizing Our Downtown

In December 2012, the City of Brampton matching grants to offset costs related to launched the Façade and Building Improvement façade and building improvements undertaken Programs under the Central Area Community by landowners and businesses. Buildings with Improvement Plan. The Façade program one street address or storefront are eligible supports the aesthetic improvements to for $20,000 per program. For buildings with buildings/storefronts, while the Building multiple storefronts located on a street program facilitates general upgrades to corner, the maximum grant is $30,000 per aspects such as building systems and leasable program. Buildings designated under the space to improve the overall appeal of Ontario Heritage Act can receive the highest commercial space in Brampton’s core. These grant amount of $50,000 per program. Both programs are intended to support the programs have a minimum amount for eligible ongoing revitalization of the historic down- works to ensure that a certain level of impact town, and the economic vitality and livability is achieved. Applicants must also comply with 23-27 Queen Street East during façade of the area by improving the quality of the the program guidelines and work with City improvement building stock, building appearance, and staff to achieve the program objectives. tenant spaces. Since the inception Façade and Building For historic downtowns and urban Improvement Programs, 37 applications have pedestrian-oriented areas, the quality of been approved representing almost $3 million façades and buildings is an important compo- of construction value on the part of the nent in the attractiveness of the community. applicants, with $881 thousand invested In heritage areas, it underscores the unique by the City. For every $1 spent by the City, characteristics and rootedness in history that approximately $3.4 is spent by private the older building stock provides. High-quality investment in the downtown. façades contribute to the vitality of an area A variety of heritage resources are and help make it a place where people want benefiting from these programs, with projects to visit, conduct business, as well as live, ranging from new storefronts, masonry work and play. restoration, front porch rehabilitation, Both incentive programs operate as removal of unsympathetic cladding, and 45 Main Street North proposed façade improvement reinstatement of architectural features. Through strategic investment of public and 250 Main Street North porch after restoration work private resources, the Façade and Building programs are enhancing 250 Main Street North porch restoration the appearance of Downtown underway Brampton and attracting further investment into the community, all while contributing to the long-term conservation of Brampton’s heritage resources and streetscapes. The Brampton Heritage Times Newsletter 5 Doors Open Brampton Boundary for the Façade Improve- ment and Building Improvement Programs Returns! After a brief hiatus, Doors Open Brampton returned on September 26, 2015. For its relaunch, Brampton showcased nine locations, many of them heritage resources, that are not normally open to the public. The wonderful thing about the program

23-27 Queen Street East before façade was that admission improvement to all of the sites was absolutely free! The Doors Open concept is a simple one: buildings of architectural, historical or cultural significance, many of which are normally closed to the public, open their doors to visitors for a day or a weekend. and curator talks. Originally launched by the Ontario It was not surprising that Alderlea Heritage Trust in 2002, Doors Open events attracted the most visitors that day. For are now being held across Ontario from many, this was their first opportunity to April to October. This event involves a venture within the walls of this archi- variety of sites such as commercial tectural marvel that was built circa 1867. buildings, civic institutions, theatres, More than 700 guests marveled at the museums, places of worship, natural restoration and adaptive reuse of the heritage sites, and more! beautiful Italianate building, which is now 45 Main Street North current front façade Over 2000 people participated in a special events centre. They gazed at the Doors Open Brampton, which had six ornate ceiling medallions, expansive rooms and the new addition, all the while venues that were listed or designated For more under the Ontario Heritage Act, including commenting on the wonderful information regarding the Peel Art Gallery, Museum + Archives rehabilitation of heritage details. the Façade and Building (PAMA), Alderlea, Memorial Arena, The With a multitude of heritage and other Improvement Programs Lorne Scots Museum and Armoury, unique sites to visit in this city, and with visit the City’s website or Bovaird House and St. Paul’s United many volunteers giving their time to guide contact the Office of the Church. The Brampton downtown core visitors, we are certain that the Doors Open Central Area at was filled with activities and the featured event will thrive in the future as another 905.874.2864. sites offered guided tours, demonstrations impressive municipal event in Brampton. 6 The Brampton Heritage Times Newsletter 2016 The Pendergast Log House What Could be More Canadian? In the minds of thousands of new- years old had to be felled with axes comers to our country what images and cross-cut saws, trimmed, cut spring to mind as quintessentially into lengths ranging from 16 feet (4.9 Canadian? Of course the picture of meters) to 60 feet (18.3 meters) and immaculately uniformed Mounties even longer, carefully notched and resplendent in their scarlet tunics hoisted up to be stacked row upon made the City a gift of the log see the grading of the property and and wide-brimmed felt hats must row. No easy task. Sadly, in Peel only house. Although erected circa 1850, the replacement of heritage apple come to mind. Sweet, Quebec a few remain today, most of them the bricks that clad the building trees that unfortunately had to be maple syrup drizzled over pancakes- having been long abandoned and since the early 1920s actually removed in order to allow for the how could simple sap extracted left to rot away to be eventually re- protected and conserved the logs, optimal positioning of the building from a tree taste so good? It also claimed by the soil from which they most of which were determined as on the site. must be a source of amazement to originated. Because of its rarity, the being elm. With virtually all of the We would be remiss if Hayford many immigrants from distant lands preservation and restoration of the logs in an excellent, well-preserved Holding Inc. (Royal Pine Homes) were to watch very young Canadian Pendergast log house in Brampton is condition, the relocated house has not acknowledged for generously children lacing up ice skates to particularly significant. become a perfect addition to the donating the historic building spend hour after hour playing on Early log houses are often Historic Bovaird House site. and funding its restoration. This a sheet of frozen water. Many of depicted in sketches, history books The restoration is nearing endeavor demonstrates, once again, them have seemingly learned to and movies, however, having a completion. The log walls have been that with planning and co-operation lace up their ice skates even before 165-year-old wooden building for a chinked both inside and out, the the development community is learning to tie up their shoes! young student to be able to walk up board and batten kitchen addition quite willing to step up and become Surely another typically to and actually touch is important. is complete, and the foundation for valued and welcomed partners Canadian vision that comes to mind As many readers are now well the long-lost centrally positioned in our ongoing task of conserving is the log house. These humble, rustic aware, Historic Bovaird House at 563 Rumford fireplace is in place. The Brampton’s heritage. homes dotted the virgin forests Bovaird Drive East was recently the staircase to both the cellar and of Peel in the 1800s, and gave beneficiary of such a log building. second floor has been located testimony of the settlers’ Hayford Holdings Inc. (Royal Pine back to the corner where it was back-breaking labours. We may Homes), having no use for the log originally situated at the time the regard those early pioneers as the house that sat squarely in the mid- log house was built. The installation very first ‘new’ . dle of what is to be their new ‘Vales of the windows and doors is just Massive trees several hundred of Humber’ residential community, around the corner. Springtime will

community groups and organizations, including the City Mourns Passing Credit Valley Conservation, Brampton Northwest Connects, and the Flower City Strategy Committee. of John Hutton Mr. Hutton, a Niagara Parks Commission School of In Fall 2015, flags at City of Brampton facilities were Horticulture graduate, also established and was the lowered to half-mast in memory of former City owner/operator of Hutton Nurseries for 25 years. Councillor and Alderman John Hutton who passed Mr. Hutton also sat on the Brampton Heritage away on October 11, 2015. Board for two terms. He was an integral member of Mr. Hutton was first elected to Council as an the Board, an outspoken supporter of heritage, and Alderman in 1985 and remained there until 2014, a valuable source of information on local history. His serving Wards 2 and 6 as a City Councillor. As a knowledge and experience will be greatly missed and Councillor, Mr. Hutton was a representative for several his contributions will never be forgotten. The Brampton Heritage Times Newsletter 7 The Reid House Unveiled Work on the Reid House is complete and the beautiful heritage home is a prospective buyers’ dream. The residence, which was originally located at 9521 Mississauga Road, is now part of a new subdivision at 118 Royal Cultural West Drive. When the Reid House’s previous location was threatened Heritage Policy by commercial development, the City of Brampton staff Review worked hard alongside the Brampton Heritage The City of Brampton is currently undertaking Board to save this archi- a Cultural Heritage Policy Review as part of its tectural gem. All of their broader review of the Official Plan. work has now reached A consultant team has been retained by fruition and it was well kitchen, numerous the City of Brampton to undertake a review of worth it! washrooms, and the City’s current policies and practices, and to The house, constructed circa an extensive attic. The develop policies that will strengthen the City’s 1894 by local architect W.B. McCulloch, house’s original character shines through ability to conserve and manage Brampton’s is one of Brampton’s most cherished in the size of the rooms, and an original cultural heritage resources as the municipality heritage buildings. It is an outstanding seven-panelled pocket door on the first continues to grow. and finely-crafted example of Queen floor. Hand-scraped plank flooring can The Cultural Heritage Policy Review will Anne architecture. In 2011, Heritage staff be found throughout the house and is recommend policies that will: worked in collaboration with Senator accented by wide white baseboards, Homes and North American Develop- door frames, interior fretwork, as well • Align with the Ontario Heritage Act, ment Group to relocate and preserve as an attractive staircase with turned Provincial Policy Statement, Planning Act, the home, which was designated under wooden railings. The interior is the and other relevant policy, legislation, and Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. Once perfect balance of historic charm and regulations; the move was complete, the restoration modern amenities. process began in earnest. The dwelling has been integrated • Reflect current best practices in the field The restoration of the home became into a newly developed residential area, of cultural heritage conservation; and, a labour of love and this manifested while the fine architectural details all itself in the quality of work undertaken. contribute to the home’s distinctive • Promote the successful conservation of Thanks to all of those involved, the personality and exhibit a level of cultural heritage resources in the context unique elements of the house, including craftsmanship available nowhere else of a rapidly growing city. its decorative brickwork, second storey in the community. The success of the bay window, slate roof and verandahs Reid House relocation and restoration Stay informed on the study process and embellished by fretwork, were retained, demonstrates that heritage resources can upcoming events by following @CityBrampton restored or replicated where appropriate. be retained for their original purpose so on Twitter (look for #BramptonHeritage) The interior of the house is also long as there is the resolve to do so. or checking the City’s website, updated for modern use with a custom www.brampton.ca. 8 The Brampton Heritage Times Newsletter 2016 Wildfield and the First Housing Cooperative in Ontario

Wildfield, a small hamlet at the intersection of Mayfield Road and The Gore Road, has a rich history of immigration, agriculture, and the growth of Catholicism in Ontario. The community was established in the former Toronto-Gore Township. The area opened for settlement around 1818 when there were purchases of materials, which helped reduce already many Catholic settlers in the south costs. The participants included an electrician end of Albion and the north end of Toronto Guide published by the Central and bricklayer, as well as a tool and die -Gore. In 1830, Father Edward Gordon first Mortgage and Housing Corpora- maker, store manager, book keeper, embalmer, tion that was used to develop the cleared the land that would become Wildfield original homes on Marysfield Drive air traffic controller, and clerks. to make room for a cemetery and small log (Source: Mr. Carl Finlay) Construction started in the fall of 1954. church, which he named St. Patrick’s. The co-op members would work on building The land was deeded to Bishop Alexander the houses after work, on weekends and Macdonell, Rev. Angus Macdonell, and Hon. during the holidays, and the houses were James Bay in 1834, in support of creating a constructed simultaneously. The lots ranged parish. St. Patrick’s became the first Roman from one to two acres, and those involved Catholic Parish however, when it came time to in the construction had to dig their own in the Region contribute the necessary wells. The group created a system of drawing of Peel. The funds, only 14 families area had several remained. Each family had to names through- provide $1000, half of which out the years went to acquiring including the land. The land was Grantville, purchased from the Catholic Gooseville, Archdiocese, and was the site A new home on Marysfield Drive (Source: Mr. and Gribbon. Carl Finlay) of the first Catholic mission The final name parish in Ontario. The church change, Wildfield, occurred in 1891, after a also loaned money at no interest with the petition by Squire Ellis to Sir John requirement that it be paid back within A. MacDonald, was granted. five years. The inspiration for this venture An important legacy of Wildfield that stemmed from the Institute for Social Action is unknown to many is the establishment of St. Patrick’s College in , who of one of the first housing cooperatives in promoted a cooperative housing program straws to determine which home they would Ontario. It was following the Second World and published “A Guide to Co-Operative live in, and this was done to ensure that people War when little money or housing was Housing”. put equal amounts of work and effort into available that 14 families came together to Members met and reviewed studies and each home. Families occupied the houses in form the Family Home Builder Cooperative other documents about cooperatives. As a order of need, and those with many children Ltd. The group originally included 40 families, cooperative, they were able to make bulk took the first available dwellings. By the fall The Brampton Heritage Times Newsletter 9

A short piece on the community of Wildfield from one of its former residents, Chris Ryan.

“Among us were leaders like Mr. Wilfred Fitzpatrick and Mr. John Pollard as well as an ensemble of residents who constructed their own homes in the first Housing Co-Operative in the Province of Ontario.

Birds eye view of Wildfield, including Marysfield Drive Veterans of both Great Wars came to to the right (Source: Bing Maps) our hamlet and built their homes and raised their families. Alongside of some were their war brides, who themselves held very because of low significant roles, in service of His Majesty enrollment. King George VI. Construction underway on Marysfield Drive, 1954 However, once the While at first blush it was recorded the (Source: Mr. Carl Finlay) cooperative was hamlet was populated by settlers of Irish built there were and Scottish descent, there was greater approximately 40 diversity of culture and a sophisticated of 1955 most of the construction was new children in the socioeconomic cross-section of professions complete, and the shape of this new community and the and talents. community was modelled after a rosary Mr. Carl Finlay greeting school was able to People came from near, far and wide: as testament to their faith. Bishop Francis A. Marrocco before he remain open. The Newfoundland; New Brunswick; Prince Members took turns holding the blesses 41 Marysfield Drive majority of the Edward Island; ; Saskatchewan; cooperative meetings in their homes. (Source: Mr. Carl Finlay) residents were French Canadian villages of Ontario; Acadian They also continued using the cooperative Catholic and St. Patrick’s Church and school villages - as well as Parishes in Malton and were fundamental to this community. Each Toronto. They identified with Polish, home was also blessed by Bishop Francis A. Scottish, German, Dutch, Irish, French, Marrocco. British, and Maltese. Some of the original families who Leaders took inspiration from the Clergy lived in the community include the Stuarts, of the Archdiocese of Toronto. Where Kearneys, McCools, Finlays, Grants, Leblancs, homes could be built, a local credit union Varleys, Quinlans, Dopps, McCarrons, Giblins, mutually funded would provide financial McAneneys, Markeys and Wilsons. Over time, support. And most important, families members took over their own mortgages, could flourish. and the cooperative dissolved. While much Of all the attractions the Hamlet Members of the original families of Marysfield Drive at the 30th anniversary celebration in 1985 has changed over the forty years since offered, there is one which created a bond (Source: Mr. Carl Finlay) Marysfield Drive was first established, some and provided the impetus for the migration of the original houses remain including the to a life of commitment to building a home dwelling at 41 Marysfield Drive, which has for one’s family and a way of life. Each came status to make purchases in bulk. Some of only seen a small addition to the rear. The seeking Catholic Worship alongside Catholic the original residents of Marysfield Drive story of Marysfield Drive remains an education for themselves and their family. went to other areas of Ontario to help important piece of the Wildfield legacy and On this humble desire is the foundation establish additional housing cooperatives. the evolution of housing in Ontario. of a Hamlet for which we all can give thanks.” At the time that construction was un-

derway, the local school was set to be closed Special thanks to Mr. Carl Finlay, original and current owner of 41 Marysfield Drive, for providing information and photographs. 10 The Brampton Heritage Times Newsletter 2016 Turn On Your Radio! A Short Story on the Long ’s Radio Stations The staircase creaked and croaked underfoot, to be the genesis of CFNY and became while the dust and dirt hid in the lonely corners affectionately known as “the little yellow flanking the threadbare runner that lead to house.” In August of 1977 after having the second floor. It smelled old. Upstairs, the been denied requests to increase power, aesthetic didn’t improve much. It was the polar the CRTC granted approval of a 100,000- opposite of my experience of working in the watt transmitter, thus allowing the station to As in any business, corporate shuffles, slick and shiny corporate radio environment of broadcast far beyond Brampton’s borders and ownership changes and lawsuits ensued. I’ll downtown Toronto. establish itself as a legendary, trendsetting spare you the yawn-inducing details. In the Being my first ever trip to Brampton, I ‘alternative.’ More on that later. interim, CFNY was well on its way to establishing traveled in that turquoise three speed 1972 Meanwhile, CHIC-AM has an equally itself as a major market force to be reckoned AMC Javelin as directed; the 401 westbound and fascinating story, one that continues today. with, aiming its sights on CHUM-FM and the in those pre-410 days, to and Given Brampton’s close proximity to Toronto, recently launched Q107. While Dave Pritchard, then north until I spotted the (Dale) chimney. the station dedicated half of its programming as the station’s first program director, laid At 300 feet, it was hard to miss. At this point to local issues while also serving the needs of the groundwork by playing a mix of jazz and in time, 1976, the Dale Estate was just a few different ethnicities in the GTA, namely Greek progressive rock, it was his successor David years from shutting down completely with the and Italian. As many AM radio stations did Marsden, himself a former CHUM-FM an- property on the north-west corner of Main back then, it provided religious programming nouncer, who really set the wheels in motion Street North and Vodden Street surrounded as well. Herbert W. Armstrong and The World in offering alternative programming that would by a tall, unsightly plywood fence. Tomorrow, anyone? find an audience that had yet to be serviced. I was headed for the house directly In 1966, the station adapted Hello heavy metal, punk and new wave. across the street at 340 Main Street an innovative programming By 1979, the station was billing itself as North, the home of CFNY. But, let’s strategy in hiring and staff- back up a little. ing female announcers. Just The station’s origin dates to 1953 female announcers. Given that when a gentleman by the name broadcasting then was largely Fenn Job figured Brampton needed dominated by men, it was a its own radio station. Hence, CFJB bold move and one that tied in was born. “FJ” after his initials, “B’ nicely with the call letters. The for Brampton. After Job was killed positioning statement: “CHIC – in a car crash three years later, CFJB Where The Girls Are.” Over the became CHIC and in 1961 the years, and through numerous new owners, in addition to having format changes, the station acquired CHIC-AM, launched CHIC-FM at 102.1. employed talent who today are recognized Then, on September 21, 1962, two brothers, household names; Dale Goldhawk, Ken Shaw, Leslie and Harry Allen Jr., agreed to purchase Dini Petty, Larry Solway, Vicki Gabereau and “The Spirit of Radio.” Canadian rock band all shares of CHIC Radio Ltd. with Leslie serving Ted Woloshyn among them. At the height of Rush, inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of as Chairman and President, and Harry assuming the late-70’s disco craze, CHIC billed itself as Fame (2013), paid homage to the radio station the role as Manager. CHIC-FM was originally “7-9-0 Disco.” In 1980, ownership changes saw with the 1980 release of “The Spirit of Radio.” situated just north of the downtown core the station change its call letters to CKMW, This tune was among five Rush songs later at 2 Ellen Street, and broadcast to the then “MW” standing for Metro West and along inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall Town of Brampton at a community-serving with CFNY moved to 83 Kennedy Road South of Fame in March, 2010. 857 watts. Moving to 7 George Street South in at Clarence Street. The two broadcast “We wanted to present something that wasn’t August 1969, it was this location that proved properties were at last under one roof. being offered in the market at the time,” The Brampton Heritage Times Newsletter 11

suggested Marsden in a recent chat. And to have that music presented by now legendary Another Successful Year for the Designated hosts, it was that more compelling – Pete and Geets, Reiner Schwartz, Alan Cross, Ivar Heritage Property Incentive Grant Program Hamilton, Don Berns. While there are thousands of stories, The City of Brampton’s Designated Heritage Who Is Eligible? Marsden tells one of the ‘glam rock’ band Property Incentive Grant Program continues To be eligible, a property must be designated Japan stopping by the George Street South to be a catalyst for investment in heritage under the Ontario Heritage Act and located address for an interview on one occasion. properties and their ongoing conservation. In within the City of Brampton. Arriving at the radio station hungry, Marsden 2015, five grant applications were approved marched lead singer David Sylvian et al in full by City Council. Four residences and a place What are Examples of Eligible Conserva- make-up and costume to the Loblaw’s around of worship benefited from the grant program, tion Work? Eligible projects include any conservation the corner on Nelson Street, much to the with work ranging from masonry restoration, work that directly and appropriately preserves, confusion and bewilderment of mid-day new cedar shingles, reinstatement of wood restores or enhances the heritage attributes of shoppers. Lifelong Bramptonian Fred Patterson shutters, and porch restoration. the property. This also includes the accurate enjoyed a lengthy tenure at CFNY, a rarity in What is the Purpose of the Grant? reproduction of significant features that no the radio business, moving over from CHIC-AM The Heritage Incentive Grant is designed to longer exist but have clear documentation. Ex- where he had been doing news and sports. encourage and help property owners with amples of eligible conservation work include, Ultimately teaming up with Howard Glassman preserving, restoring and maintaining residen- but are not limited to, masonry repointing (Humble Howard), Humble and Fred anchored tial or commercial properties. Projects must using appropriate mortar, repair of existing, the morning show from 1989 to 2001. In 2011, focus on the rehabilitation of existing heritage original windows and doors, and restoration of the duo left terrestrial radio altogether and attributes or restoration that contributes woodwork like porch columns and railings. now host a popular daily podcast on the internet. to the cultural heritage significance of the Today, CFNY, owned by , property. Economic incentives such as this Is There a Fee to Apply? broadcasts from Corus Quay on Toronto’s Grant program foster the conservation of our No. The application process is free of charge waterfront. It remains licensed in the City of historic assets and encourage private sector and applicants can receive assistance from City Brampton. So too does what is now known investment in these properties. staff throughout the process. as AM530 CIAO. Interestingly, the station that had catered to various ethnic groups 50 What Funds Are Available? Is There a Due Date for Applications? The grant offers funds to cover half of the cost No. Applications are accepted on an on-going of eligible conservation work up to a maximum basis and assessed on a first-come, first-serve of $5000, on the condition that the grant is basis until available funds in a given year matched by the property owner. The are exhausted. 28 Francis Lundy St - Before City has currently allocated $25,000 toward this program annually.

21 Church Street - Before 28 Francis Lundy St - After

years ago, continues to do so, targeting South 21 Church Street - After Asian members of the community in offering programs in Punjabi and Hindi among others. The more things change, the more they stay the same. Don’t believe me? Just turn on For more information regarding the your radio. Designated Heritage Property Incentive Grant Program, visit the City website or - Jeff Chalmers, Brampton resident, member of the Brampton Heritage Board and veteran radio announcer contact Heritage staff at 905.874.8325 or currently freelancing at Toronto’s boom 97.3 905.874.3744. 12 The Brampton Heritage Times Newsletter Are you a heritage property Brampton Heritage Board owner interested in receiving a Members Municipal Staff free plaque? The City is looking for owners of listed Paul Willoughby (Co-chair) Marilyn Ball Peter Dymond (Co-chair) Acting CAO and designated properties Councillor Doug Whillans interested in receiving a Michael Avis Heather MacDonald wall-mounted plaque Chris Bejnar Acting Executive Director identifying their building as a Stephen Collie of Planning cultural heritage resource. Herman Custodio Planning and Infrastructure Kathryn Fowlston Services Please contact City Heritage Douglas McLeod staff for more information. Anthony Simone David Waters David Whyte Manager Ken Wilde Land Use Policy Harry Blackburn Jeff Chalmers Terri Brenton Legislative Coordinator Newsletter Contributors City Clerk’s Office Harry Blackburn Lavina Dixit Jeff Chalmers Senior Advisor David Whyte Strategic Communications Douglas McLeod Michael Avis Antonietta Minichillo Paul Willoughby Heritage Coordinator Matthew Verdone Land Use Policy Marlon Gullusci Cassandra Jasinski Stavroula Kassaris Stavroula Kassaris Heritage Coordinator Antonietta Minichillo Land Use Policy

Brampton’s Heritage Register Continues to Grow The City of Brampton’s 10300 The Gore Road Come explore the heritage of our natural and built environment... Municipal Register of Cultural (Castlemore Schoolhouse) Heritage Resources continues Lundy Family Cemetery to grow. The following Designation Process properties were added in Commenced in 2015: 2015: 3448 Castlemore Road Free fun family & friend event with 4 circuit route lengths, featuring prize draws, free Designated in 2015: (Squire Thomas Burrell Grist lunch, and Bike Rodeo for kids. Details & Register: BikeBrampton.ca/events 204 Main Street North Mill Site) 280 Main Street North 51 Chapel Street Partners: Title Sponsor: 45 Railroad Street (Copeland-Chatterson/ Listed in 2015: Dominion Skate Building) 102 Main Street South Cheyne Family Cemetery 30 Nelson Street West 44 Mill Street North 5 Alexander Street Mount Olivet Cemetery 246 Main Street North

The Brampton Heritage Times is a publication under the Ontario Heritage Act. The BHB of the Corporation of the City of Brampton. was created in 1976 to advise City For more information please contact a Council on all cultural heritage matters. Its Heritage Coordinator at 905.874.3825 or mission is to work together with various 905.874.3744. levels of government and citizens to preserve, protect and promote the cultural The Brampton Heritage Board (BHB) is the heritage of the City of Brampton. Municipal Heritage Committee established