Oral History Project The St. Clair West neighbourhood we know today was born as a streetcar suburb. The St. Clair line, which opened in 1914, was part of the City of Toronto’s efforts to move people north – a classic ‘if you build it, they will come’. And come they did. Farmers’ fields and orchards were replaced by homes and schools, shops and businesses—all because of the streetcar. In these interviews you’ll hear how the community evolved through the voices of people who lived there between the 1920s and 1980s. It’s a window into everyday life in a very dynamic, and always changing, neighbourhood. Dr. Heather Hannah St. Clair Veterinary Facilities Dr. Heather Hannah owns St. Clair Veterinary, the longest continual business (since 1947) in the Hillcrest Village BIA, of which Dr. Hannah is currently Chair. In her interview, Dr. Hannah describes the changes since she first arrived from Iroquois Falls in 1989. The neighbourhood has become more cosmopolitan, with more languages spoken and a very successful restaurant scene. Even the pets have evolved, from mostly big yard dogs to lots more cats and other dog breeds - “Everything is a Doodle or a Frenchie.” Listen Now Donovan Wong Gerrys Fast Foods When Donovan Wong was 17, his family left Jamaica for Toronto and opened Gerry’s Fast Food on St. Clair West in 1977. Donovan shares a unique perspective on the St. Clair West community as a young immigrant and now as a business owner, since he and his sisters have taken over the restaurant. Listen Now Robert Ashley Forster Robert Ashley Hair Salon Since 1987, Robert Ashley’s salon has been a fixture on St. Clair West. Ashley tells how the street has changed over the years, with the transformation of the Wychwood Barns, the building of the streetcar right-of-way and the arrival of new businesses and condos. On the other hand, some things have not changed, especially the family-friendly feeling of the neighbourhood. Listen Now Tony & Anna Maria Mazza Macelleria Atlas Tony and Anna Maria Mazza opened Macelleria Atlas on St. Clair West in 1969, and now run this local butcher shop with their daughter, Angela. They speak about their business, the challenges of moving from Italy, and raising their family in the area. Listen Now

Public Consultation Meeting Hillcrest Village Business Improvement Area Public Consultation For Redevelopment Of City Property In Front Of #803-#815 St.Clair Ave.W. Friday, December 6th, at 3pm. Hillcrest Village Business Improvement Area (BIA) and City of Toronto staff have been working with a Design Consultant, PLANT ARCHITECT Inc, to prepare a proposal redesigning the right-of-way in front of #803 to #815 St. Clair Avenue West. The objective of this project is to create an accessible path to the retail businesses and residences. The design proposal will include a sloped sidewalk, wider path, stairs, seating, planting and preservation of the existing trees in front of the storefronts. For further information contact: Elaine the BIA Coordinator:elaine.biahillcrest@gmail.com C.#437-252-0234 or Heather Hannah, DVM, BIA Chair: stclairvets@bellnet.ca C.#416-895-1452 Click Here to Join Meeting Expected Start Date: Summer 2025* *Timeline is weather-pending and subject to change. Meeting Details We invite you to attend a Zoom meeting to see the design prepared by PLANT Architect, to ask questions and to give any feedback. The meeting will be on Friday, December 6th, at 3pm. Topic: Hillcrest Village BIA #803-815 Project Update Time: Dec 6, 2024 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85964819123 Meeting ID: 859 6481 9123 One tap mobile +17806660144,,85964819123# Canada +12042727920,,85964819123# Canada Dial by your location • +1 780 666 0144 Canada • +1 204 272 7920 Canada • +1 438 809 7799 Canada • +1 587 328 1099 Canada • +1 647 374 4685 Canada • +1 647 558 0588 Canada • +1 778 907 2071 Canada

Looking for fresh fruits & flowers? Stop by our fruit and flower market in Hillcrest Village BIA located in the heart of Midtown Toronto along St.Clair Avenue West! Fruit & Flower Market St. Clair Fruit Market Address 790 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B6, Canada Phone Number 416-656-4015

Hillcrest Village along St.Clair Avenue West offers a wide variety of health specialists, massage therapists, physiotherapists, chiropractic services, and more! Health, Wellness & Spas 9 Round Fitness Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 687 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON, Canada (647) 317-3737 Core Wellness Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 726 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B3, Canada 416-479-8311 Florever Angel Skincare & Spa Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 788 St Clair Ave W, York, ON, Canada (647) 685-7768 Hillcrest Center For Health Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 832 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1C1, Canada 416-651-6602 Pain Rehabilitation Centre Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 801 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B9, Canada 416-531-7400 Pinewood Pilates & Movement Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 691 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON, Canada Revive Health Care Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 771 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B4, Canada 416-640-1000 Skinprovement - Medi Spa & Laser Clinic Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 766 St Clair Ave W, York, ON, Canada +1 833-754-6101 St.Clair West Chiropractic Clinic Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 845 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1C3, Canada 416-658-3180 Toronto Cardiac Clinic Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 829 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1C2, Canada 416-883-3783 Vital Physiotherapy & Wellness Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 734 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B3, Canada 416-551-0900 Whole Health Pharmacy Partners: St. Clair Village Pharmacy Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 843 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1C2, Canada 416 395-0557

The Hillcrest Village BIA is a non-profit association that supports the businesses along St. Clair Avenue West between Christie Street and Winona Drive. About Us Hello and welcome to the Hillcrest Village BIA! Hillcrest Village BIA is located in the heart of midtown Toronto running along St.Clair West between Christie St. to the East and Winona Dr. to the West. This vibrant area is home to a wide variety of retail shops, professional services, specialty restaurants and cozy ethnic eateries, all reflecting the diverse ethnicity of the street. What is a BIA? A BIA (Business Improvement Area) is a non-profit association within a specified geographical area, that joins together with the official approval of the city. Its main purpose is to create opportunities to promote and stimulate local business. The City collects an annual levy from the businesses and the funds are managed by an elected volunteer Board management. The main purpose of a BIA is to draw more customers to the area by promoting the unique attractiveness of the area to shop, visit and do business. Hillcrest Village BIA is a thriving area, injected with an entrepreneurial spirit, new business development, lifestyle condominiums, a new streetcar system and community and arts-based programs that continue to encourage visitors and new residents alike. It is the economic and social anchor, steeping in rich history, that continues to revitalize the local community. We cordially invite you to attend one of our annual shopping, art or cultural events and of course, our popular street festival, SALSA on St. Clair, one of the largest Latino-themed celebrations in Canada... now in its 21st year!

Get connected with an employment consultant that responds to shifting immigration and workplace trends in Hillcrest Village BIA along St.Clair Avenue West. Schools & Job Search Northern Karate School Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 756 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B5, Canada 416-651-6000 Skills For Change Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 791 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B7, Canada 416-658-3101

Hillcrest Village BIA is a business hub for retailers located in the heart of Midtown Toronto running along St. Clair Avenue West. Come shop till you drop! Retail ABR Rug Gallery Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 732 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B3, Canada 647-347-9012 Acapella Mens Clothing Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 752 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B5, Canada 416-653-8285 Eco Go Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 812 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B6 416-652-9151 Edition X Cannabis Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 764 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B5, Canada Please visit our website Hawkridge Custom Framing Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 826 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1C1, Canada 416-656-6666 Helen and Hildegard Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 780 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B6, Canada 647-438-8372 On High Inc. Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 806 St Clair Ave W a, Toronto, ON M6C 1B6, Canada (647) 780-0039 Papilio Boutique Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 784 St Clair Ave W 647- 748-1908 Planet Jewellery Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 775 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B7, Canada 416-651-5824

Monthly newsletters for members and business owners of the Hillcrest Village BIA. Hillcrest BIA Newsletters Here you can find all of the previously sent Hillcrest Village BIA newsletters - if you'd like to subscribe, please click here! Send Date: Link: December 4th, 2020 Click here to read. October 10th, 2020 Click here to read. September 28th, 2020 Click here to read. September 14th, 2020 Click here to read. August 23rd, 2020 Click here to read. July 31st, 2020 Click here to read. July 28th, 2020 Click here to read. July 4th, 2020 Click here to read. June 27th, 2020 Click here to read. June 23rd, 2020 Click here to read. June 12th, 2020 Click here to read. June 10th, 2020 Click here to read. June 6th, 2020 Click here to read. May 30th, 2020 Click here to read. May 23rd, 2020 Click here to read. May 15th, 2020 Click here to read. May 9th, 2020 Click here to read. May 7th, 2020 Click here to read. May 2nd, 2020 Click here to read. April 24th, 2020 Click here to read. March 31st, 2020 Click here to read. March 25th, 2020 (2) Click here to read. March 25th, 2020 (1) Click here to read. March 23rd, 2020 Click here to read. February 7th, 2020 Click here to read. January 24th, 2020 Click here to read. January 28th, 2021 Click here to read.

Stay up to date with the latest events happening in Hillcrest Village BIA located in the heart of Midtown Toronto. Events Below you will find events from different suppliers and stakeholders. 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) Nov 10, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. St. Matthews Bracondale House, 707 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 4A1, Canada The Hillcrest Village BIA Board of Management cordially invites you to our 2026AGM (Annual General Meeting) Share More Information AI for Small Business Ongoing Course Online: Link in Description Google is offering a FREE course: AI for SMBs, designed to help entrepreneurs like you understand the basics of AI and discover how Google tools can make your business more efficient, improve customer experience, and spark growth. Share More Information

My Items I'm a title. Click here to edit me. 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) (1) The Hillcrest Village BIA Board of Management cordially invites you to our 2026AGM (Annual General Meeting) More 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) The Hillcrest Village BIA Board of Management cordially invites you to our 2026AGM (Annual General Meeting) More OPERA 'BRACONDALE’ Professional Opera singers and a delectable chef prepared meal More Board of Management Information Session Learn more about the Board, meet current members and discover how you can help support local businesses, guide neighbourhood initiatives and bring new ideas to life. The Board meets just once per month, and there are also opportunities to get involved through event and project committees. More Salsa on St. Clair GET READY! The #SalsaOnStClair Festival is back for its 22nd year!! 🎺🔥 More Salsa on St. Clair GET READY! The #SalsaOnStClair Festival is back for its 22nd year!! 🎺🔥 More Hillcrest Village BIA Meet & Greet Free event! Open to the public More De-escalation Training In these free webinars, we'll explore using supportive communication and de-escalation skills with individuals who may be displaying agitated behaviours in your business. More De-escalation Training In these free webinars, we'll explore using supportive communication and de-escalation skills with individuals who may be displaying agitated behaviours in your business. More De-escalation Training In these free webinars, we'll explore using supportive communication and de-escalation skills with individuals who may be displaying agitated behaviours in your business. More De-escalation Training In these free webinars, we'll explore using supportive communication and de-escalation skills with individuals who may be displaying agitated behaviours in your business. More De-escalation Training In these free webinars, we'll explore using supportive communication and de-escalation skills with individuals who may be displaying agitated behaviours in your business. More

Spotlight on St. Clair showcases one Hillcrest Village business and its products and services each week to promote our vibrant and diverse neighbourhood. Spotlight on St.Clair Spotlight on St.Clair celebrates the vibrant and diverse businesses in Hillcrest Village by showcasing one business each week! Would you like your business featured? Sign up by clicking here! Arlington Dental 798 St Clair Ave W, Toronto Visit Website Your smile is in good hands at Arlington Dental! 🦷 Proudly serving the neighbourhood for over 20 years, Arlington Dental offers general, family, and cosmetic dentistry in a comfortable and welcoming environment. From routine care and fillings to implants, clear braces, dentures, and more, their team takes the time to understand each patient and their individual dental needs. They’re also a registered provider for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and are currently welcoming eligible patients. 🙌 Looking for a dentist on St. Clair West? Book your next visit with Arlington Dental. 😁

Hillcrest Village has a veterinary clinic for your four-legged friend! Come and visit us or grab a bite for your pet while you’re here along St. Clair Avenue West Veterinary Clincs St. Clair Veterinary Facilities Website Address Phone Number Visit Website 777 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B7, Canada 416-654-0242