Trinity Bellwoods

Centered around the picturesque Trinity Bellwoods Park, this downtown neighborhood has become one of Toronto's most desirable inner-city areas. The community prides itself on maintaining its authentic charm, which is reflected in the limited presence of chain establishments. Trinity Bellwoods Park serves as a vibrant community hub, offering residents and visitors expansive outdoor spaces and recreational amenities. The neighborhood boasts fantastic shopping and dining experiences, historic architecture, and convenient access to public transportation and the downtown core.

History

The Trinity Bellwoods neighborhood dates back to the early 1800s when it was part of a 100-acre property owned by Captain Samuel Smith. In the mid-1800s, the lower portion of this land became the grounds for Trinity College, established in 1852 by Bishop John Strachan, after whom the nearby street is named. Trinity College functioned as a private Anglican institution until 1904, when it merged with the University of Toronto. Following the completion of a new Trinity College at the U of T's central campus, the original building was demolished in 1950. The neighborhood began to evolve in the 1880s, and by the early 20th century, Trinity Bellwoods was widely recognized. Since then, it has undergone significant gentrification and is now considered one of downtown Toronto’s most desirable neighborhoods.

    • North: Dundas Street W

    • East: Bathurst Street

    • South: Queen Street W

    • West: Ossington Avenue

  • Most houses in Trinity Bellwoods were built between 1880 and 1905. The neighborhood primarily features small to medium-sized Victorian homes, some of which front or back onto Trinity Bellwoods Park. Additionally, the area includes some larger properties, particularly along Shaw Street, a desirable, double-width, tree-lined avenue. The neighbourhood is also home to numerous converted lofts, providing low-maintenance alternatives to the traditional freehold homes common in the area.

    • K-6

      • Charles G. Fraser Junior Public School

      • Givins/Shaw Junior Public School

      • Ossington/Old Orchard Junior Public School

      • ÉÉ Pierre-Elliott-Trudeau

    • Grade 9-12

      • Parkdale Collegiate Institute

  • The white squirrel, the unofficial mascot of Trinity Bellwoods, is somewhat of a local celebrity in the neighbourhood. These rare albino squirrels have become a symbol of the park's charm and natural diversity, adding to its allure as a popular spot for both locals and tourists alike. Seeing one of these white squirrels darting around the park is considered a lucky and memorable experience for many who visit Trinity Bellwoods.

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