Fashion District Map, Toronto

Fashion District Neighbourhood

In the early 1900s, the neighbourhood looked very different from the hustling streets it's known for today. It was mainly a residential area until warehouses and factories began opening up.

The factories came for multiple reasons, including the nearby railways which connected the city and fueled its development as a commercial area.
Prior to being a fashion district, the neighbourhood had a very large Jewish population. According to this city document, 80 per cent of the city's population lived here.

Consequentially, Jewish businesses, synagogues and delis were found throughout the neighbourhood. It was also members of this community who worked in the garment industry, informally known as the "rag trade."
The community took advantage of being situated nearby warehouses, along with a growing demand for garments, and thrived in Toronto's fashion and textile industry.
The area became so well known for its factories, that it gained the name Garment District.

Fashion District neighbourhood map prints make the best housewarming gift for friends and couples. The perfect gift for new homeowners who have just bought their first home. Pay tribute to your favourite neighbourhood or city and customize the map with a heart on your home location. The perfect realtor gift idea.

Physical Prints: My prints are uniquely designed, printed on thick, high-quality paper and carefully packaged for delivery. Various colours and custom sized prints available upon request. See colour chart provided. Frame is not included.