Last remaining building of the Toronto Central Prison complex. Kivas Tully Architect, 1873.

Built by prisoners, 1877. Added to the city's list of heritage properties in 1985.

The chapel, stands in the midst of Liberty Village Park entirely surrounded by high-density housing where it remains untouched. With thoughtful adaptive re-use it could play a vital role in bringing the communities of Liberty Village together.

November 13th, 2021: Members of ACO NextGen briefed by Sean Marshall, of World of Walking and Liberty Village BIA.

December 4th, 2021: ACO NextGen hosted their 8th annual Design Charrette event at the Campbell House to present ideas for the adaptive reuse of a the Toronto Central Prison Chapel.

Four teams of ACO NextGen members displayed their visions for the future of the site and demonstrated how activating heritage assets can help give back to the community in a great many ways. Many proposed the building be restored as a multi-use space, which could combine elements such as a library, yoga studio, gallery, and event space.

ACO would like to give a special thanks to the wonderful judges, the NextGen team, and all the participants for their immense help and support throughout the process.

With thanks, ACO NextGen intern, Eny Ross