Yonge-Bay Corridor in Toronto, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)

Osgoode Hall

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1. Osgoode Hall Marker

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In 1829-32 the Law Society of Upper Canada erected the east wing of this imposing building. Named after William Osgoode, the province's first chief justice, the Regency structure housed law courts and judicial offices, and provided accommodation for lawyers and students. It was severely damaged during the six years in which provincial troops were stationed here following the Rebellion of 1837. Plans for its reconstruction were drawn up by Henry Bowyer Lane, an accomplished Toronto architect, and in 1844-46 the west and central portions were erected and the east wing remodelled. In 1857-60 the celebrated architectural firm of Cumberland and Storm rebuilt the centre section. Later extended and renovated, Osgoode Hall remains one of the finest examples of Victorian Classical architecture in Canada.

L'aile est de ct imposant édifice fut construite en 1829-1832 par la Société du Barreau du Haut-Canada. On lui donna le nom de William Osgoode, le premier juge en chf d la province. Le bâtiment de sale Régency abritait les tribunaux., les bureaux judiciaires, ainsi que des locaux pour les avocats et les étudiants.

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Occupé pendant six ans par les troupes provinciales après la rébellion de 1837, il tut gravement endommagé et Henry Bowyer Lane, architecte torontois e renom, conçûtes sa reconstruction. En 1844-1846, l'aile est fut rénovée et les parties ouest et centrale construites. En 1857-1860, le célèbre cabinet d'architectes Cumberland and Storm reconstruisit la partie centrale. Osgoode Hall, qui fut ultérieurement rénové et agrandi, demeure un des plus beaux exemples d'architecture victorienne classique du Canada.

Erected by Ontario Heritage Foundation, Ministry of Citizenship and Culture.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. In addition, it is included in the Canada, Ontario Heritage Trust series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1837.

Location. 43° 39.084′ N, 79° 23.122′ W. Marker is in Toronto, Ontario. It is in Yonge-Bay Corridor. It can be reached from Queen Street West just east of University Avenue, on the left when traveling east. Marker is by the flagpole in the gardens in front of the building. It is accessible only by foot. Touch for map. Marker is at or

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2. Osgoode Hall

near this postal address: 130 Queen St W, Toronto ON M5H 4G1, Canada. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Greater Toronto

and on the Golden Horseshoe.

It is also in Central Canada.

Globally, it is in North America,

on the Great Lakes,

in the Western Hemisphere,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony,

the Viceroyalty of New France,

the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy,

and Rupert’s Land.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Women's Law Association of Ontario (a few steps from this marker); Osgoode Hall Fence (within shouting distance of this marker); Walter Seymour Allward, R.C.A. (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); South African War Memorial (about 120 meters away); Sir William Campbell (about 150 meters away); George Cox (about 150 meters away); University Avenue Armouries (about 150 meters away); York Courthouse Cornerstone (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Toronto.

Also see . . . Osgoode Hall National Historic Site of Canada.

Photographed by J.T. Lambrou, August 4, 2026

3. Osgoode Hall Marker

Canadian Register of Historic Places entry on the complex. (Submitted on April 22, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)

Credits. This page was last revised on August 17, 2026. It was originally submitted on April 22, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 231 times since then and 29 times this year. Last updated on August 7, 2026, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 22, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. 3. submitted on August 11, 2026, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.