Discovery District in Toronto, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Notre Place
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 29, 2022
1. Notre Place Marker
Notre place is an official legacy of the Commemoration of 400 years of French presence in Ontario that took place across the province in 2015 and was initiated by the government of Ontario. This public space, a Queen’s Park, pays tribute to the overall contribution of Francophones to the province’s social, cultural, political and economic vitality. Its three essential elements, le sentier (the path), la forêt (the forest), and la clairière (the clearing) retrace the journey of Francophones as their community took root, grew over time and now looks to their future within the modern and inclusive society of Ontario today.
Notre Place est un legs officiel de la commémoration des 400 ans de présence française en Ontario, qui a eu lieu en 2015 à travers toute la province, à l’initiative du gouvernement de l'Ontario. Cette place publique,
this page online
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Parks & Recreational Areas • Patriots & Patriotism. A significant historical year for this entry is 2015.
Location. 43° 39.618′ N, 79° 23.472′ W. Marker is in Toronto, Ontario. It is in the Discovery District. Marker is on Queens Park (University Avenue) just north of College Street, on the left when traveling south. The marker and monument are located along the walkway in front of the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 144 College Street, Toronto ON M5S 3M2, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Queen's Park, Toronto (within shouting distance of this marker); King George V 25th Anniversary Tree (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Millennium Oak Trees (about 120 meters away); a different marker also named Queen's Park (about 120 meters
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 29, 2022
2. Notre Place Monument
Looking east; Queens Park (University Avenue) is in the background. The marker is on the left.
Also see . . .
1. Queen’s Park monument dedicated to Franco-Ontarians. Excerpt:
The Franco-Ontarian monument honours the outstanding contributions of Franco-Ontarians to the cultural, economic, and historical development of the province. Titled “Notre place” (our home), it celebrates the key role that Francophones play in shaping Ontario’s history and building a modern, open and inclusive society. The monument is a public space where a series of long, thin mirror polished stainless-steel columns of various lengths clustered together symbolize the concept of a journey and a gathering place. These columns also remind us of the diversity of the Franco-Ontarian community. "Notre place" was designed by the architectural firm Brooke McIlroy, in consultation with a committee that included historian Michel Prévost.(Submitted on March 30, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 29, 2022
3. Notre Place Monument
Looking west; the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy is in the left background. The marker is not visible in this view.
2. Samuel de Champlain (Wikipedia).
French explorer, navigator, cartographer, draftsman, soldier, geographer, ethnologist, diplomat, and chronicler. He made between 21 and 29 trips across the Atlantic Ocean, and founded Quebec City, and New France, on 3 July 1608. An important figure in Canadian history, Champlain created the first accurate coastal map during his explorations and founded various colonial settlements. Late in the year of 1615, Champlain made the first ethnographic observations of this important nation, the events of which form the bulk of his book Voyages et Découvertes faites en la Nouvelle France, depuis l'année 1615(Submitted on March 30, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
published in 1619.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 30, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 28, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 37 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 29, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
