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About TOBuilt

TOBuilt is a crowd-sourced database of images and information about buildings and structures in Toronto. Anyone interested in Toronto’s built heritage can explore the over 11 000 entries. We encourage users to share their own research, information, and images to help expand the database.

Robert Krawczyk created TOBuilt in 2006 to answer the question: “Who built that building?” and established the first 10 000 entries. ACOToronto acquired and relaunched the site in 2015 and it has grown ever since.

TOBuilt is a platform for users to both learn from and contribute to at the same time. It is our hope that consolidating this community research will help facilitate the protection of Toronto’s architectural heritage for future generations.

If you have any questions about TOBuilt, please visit our FAQ page or send us an email at tobuilt@acotoronto.ca.

Disclaimer

Please note that TOBuilt is a work in progress and not a comprehensive database. It contains research from volunteers and the Architectural Conservancy Ontario therefore cannot guarantee the accuracy of entries. The ACO is not responsible for the content or nature of any external links posted on the database. Please report any errors to tobuilt@acotoronto.ca.

TOBuilt FAQs

I noticed an error- how do I report it?

Please report any errors or mistakes to our TOBuilt Team: tobuilt@acotoronto.ca.

Can I add/edit entries?

While anyone can search and view entries, only members of ACOToronto can add or edit entries. If you are interested in becoming a member, please visit our membership page for more information.

Where can I go to do further research on a building?

If you are viewing an entry for a building, you can view cited sources by clicking the "Click to see [#] sources" button at the bottom of the page. For a list of Resources related to Toronto and architectural heritage, visit our Resources Page in the next tab.

How do I cite a TOBuilt entry?

To reference a TOBuilt entry using Chicago Citation Style, follow the example below. The date an entry was last modified can be found in the top-right corner, above the photograph.

ACO Toronto. â€œTitle of entry.â€ TOBuilt Database. Date entry added/updated, date accessed. URL.
Example: ACO Toronto. â€œCN Tower.â€ TOBuilt Database. Last modified March 15, 2015, accessed June 14, 2018. http://www.acotoronto.ca/show_building.php?BuildingID=2278.

How are neighbourhoods determined?

Definitions and boundaries of neighbourhoods can change from person to person, TOBuilt follows the City of Torontoâ€™s Neighbourhood Profiles for classification. More information about this classification can be found on the City of Toronto website, including the ability to search for an address to determine the neighbourhood and ward.

Why are some dates unknown?

While we try to input as much information for each entry, unfortunately we do not always have all the details, especially for older buildings. We add all the information we have to make an entry as complete as possible.

Why isnâ€™t ___ in the database? Are all buildings in Toronto listed?

Not yet! There are tens of thousands of buildings and structures in Toronto- not including ones that no longer exist. It takes time to photograph, research, write, and add entries for buildings. If you are interesting in helping add to the database, please visit our membership page for more information.

Is all the information you have included in the entries?

Information on TOBuilt is added by volunteers and any information we have to date is already online. If you would like to do further research, please visit our Resources section for suggestions on where to begin. We hope that the broader community can add to our database and help expand our information as we move forward. If you do conduct further research, please consider sharing it with us by adding or editing an entry on TOBuilt.

Is all the information on TOBuilt accurate?

Entries on TO Built are the result of collaboration by volunteers, staff, and members. While we strive to make the database as accurate as possible by reviewing entries and requiring sources, there are sometimes errors. If you notice an error, please let us know by sending an email to tobuilt@acotoronto.ca.

Who is responsible for creating entries on TOBuilt?

Over 10 000 entries were added by Bob Krawczyk, who started the website. Further entries have been added by staff, volunteers, and members of ACOToronto.

Can I volunteer with TOBuilt?

If you are interested in volunteering with TOBuilt, please send an email to our team: tobuilt@acotoronto.ca.

My question isnâ€™t on here, who can I contact?

If you have further questions, please email tobuilt@acotoronto.ca.

TOBuilt Resources

Below is a list of suggested resources for research on a building or structure in Toronto. Please consider sharing information from your research on TOBuilt by becoming a member of ACOToronto and adding or editing entries. More information about membership can be found on our membership page.

Dictionary of Canadian Biography: Architects

Architects

Biographies for select architects on the Dictionary of Canadian Biography website.

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Biographical Dictionary of Architects in Canada: 1800-1950

Architects

Reference of architects born, living, or working in Canada from 1800-1950, along with a list of their known works.

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Ontario Association of Architects

Architects

Provincial, self-regulated organization of architects, with over 4000 architects as members. Website includes a blog, resources, news and events, and other materials relating to architecture.

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