Work in 1917
1916 some two years away from completion
Mayor John Tory and Ward 14 Councillor Paula Fletcher unveiled a plaque Wednesday on Cambridge Ave. just off the Danforth to mark the 100th anniversary of the completion of the Prince Edward Viaduct. It is one of Toronto’s most recognizable landmarks. The bridge links Bloor St. with Danforth Avenue and made possible the City’s expansion to the east end. The viaduct was built with an unused lower level intended for trains which more than 50 years after it was completed became the route of the Line 2 subway. There is interesting history here about how the people of Toronto kept voting against building the viaduct until they finally changed their minds.
Poet Laureate, Anne Michaels joined Councillor Fletcher and Mayor Tory at plaque unveiling (Twitter / @JohnTory)
Everytime time I see the barrier, the steel rods resemble crosses to me … a reminder that God loved and has forgiven those who have taken their own lives and that we should continue to pray for those struggling with mental health isssues. I think its a beautiful memorial. Thankful that it has saved lives.