Cabbagetown-South St.James Town in Toronto, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Jarvis Collegiate Institute
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, August 11, 2025
1. Jarvis Collegiate Institute Marker
Established in 1807 as the Home District Grammar School, Jarvis Collegiate is one of the oldest public secondary schools in Ontario. In 1812 the Reverend John Strachan, later first Anglican Bishop of Toronto, became headmaster and during the next decade he laid the groundwork for the school's outstanding reputation. An excellent teacher and ardent advocate of higher education under church supervision. Strachan attempted to imbue his students with strong religious principles and insisted upon a rich and varied curriculum. Under his direction the grammar school gained wide recognition for its high academic standards and eminent grad uates. After his departure the collegiate moved to various sites and underwent several name changes until this structure, designed by C. E. Dyson, was completed in 1924.
Erected by Ontario Heritage Foundation Ministry of Citizenship and Culture.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. In addition, it is included in the Canada, Ontario Heritage Trust series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1807.
Location. 43° 39.945′ N, 79° 22.673′ W. Marker is in Toronto, Ontario. It is in Cabbagetown-South St.James Town. It is on Jarvis Street, on the left when traveling
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Regionally, this marker is in Greater Toronto and on the Golden Horseshoe. It is also in Central Canada. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony, the Viceroyalty of New France, the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, and Ruperts Land.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named Jarvis Collegiate Institute (a few steps from this marker); Raymond Massey (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); Vincent Massey (about 150 meters away); Northfield (about 210 meters away); St. Andrews Church (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); James Cooper House (1881) (approx. 0.6 kilometers away); St. Pauls Anglican Church (approx. 0.7 kilometers away); Ontario College of Pharmacy (approx. 0.7 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Toronto.
Also see . . . Jarvis Collegiate Institute (Wikipedia). (Submitted on August 19, 2025.)
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, August 11, 2025
2. Jarvis Collegiate Institute Marker - wide view
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, August 11, 2025
3. Jarvis Collegiate Institute and Marker
Jarvis Collegiate Institute is a high school in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is named after Jarvis Street where it is located. Founded in 1807, it is the oldest active high school in Ontario. - Wikipedia
Credits. This page was last revised on August 19, 2025. It was originally submitted on August 19, 2025, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 73 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 19, 2025, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
