252–264 ADELAIDE STREET EAST · TORONTO

A distinctive address.
Space to shape what’s next.

Retail, workspaces and commercial opportunities in a connected mixed-use complex in Old Town Toronto.

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The stone portico and historic façade of the Bank of Upper Canada building
THE BANK OF UPPER CANADA · EST. 1827
252–264 ADELAIDE STREET EAST

A place in Toronto’s story.

A connected heritage complex in Old Town Toronto, spanning 252–264 Adelaide Street East. The Bank of Upper Canada, the former De La Salle Institute and Toronto’s First Post Office bring nearly two centuries of city life to one distinctive address.

1827

The Bank of Upper Canada

Built in 1825–27, the landmark at 252 Adelaide reflects Toronto’s early banking history.

1833–34

Toronto’s First Post Office

The historic post office at 260 Adelaide remains a museum and an authorized full-service Canada Post dealer, operated by the Town of York Historical Society.

1871

De La Salle Institute

The adjoining school building added another chapter to the complex. Today, heritage architecture gives this mixed-use destination its distinctive character.

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THE COMPLEX · FROM STREET TO COURTYARD

More than a single doorway.

A connected collection of buildings, with an Adelaide Street presence and a sheltered courtyard between old and new.

Aerial view of the connected Adelaide heritage complex and surrounding streets
252–264 ADELAIDE STREET EAST · A VIEW OF THE CONNECTED COMPLEX
Adelaide Street streetscape with the historic De La Salle building and Toronto’s First Post Office
01 / ADELAIDE STREET EAST Distinctive façades, a working post office and a downtown setting.
Landscaped courtyard and walkway behind the Adelaide heritage buildings
02 / THE COURTYARD A quieter perspective on the connected complex.
THE SPACES

Character you can feel.

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Bright double-height interior with timber columns, a mezzanine and an open floor
Double-height space. Original character. Room for possibility.
SAMPLE SPACES · RETAIL & WORKPLACES

Space for your next chapter.

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A selection of spaces showing the possibilities across the complex. Explore retail and workplace configurations up to approximately 20,000 SF, including connected spaces. Confirm current availability, measured areas and possible combinations with the leasing team.

Sample space demonstrations · Images illustrate selected spaces; availability, configurations and areas are subject to confirmation.

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A CLOSER LOOK

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Refined Matterport-derived spatial illustration of Floor 2Illustrative view · Explore the original scan in 3D
OLD TOWN TORONTO · DOWNTOWN EAST

A destination.
A downtown connection.

A short walk to St. Lawrence Market and close to the Financial District. Local landmarks, cafés and King East’s restaurants give the working day a neighbourhood of its own.

Schematic neighbourhood map: the Financial District lies west of the Adelaide complex; St. Lawrence Market lies southwest; King Street East lies south. Toronto’s First Post Office is within the complex; George Brown St. James Campus is immediately east along Adelaide Street.

Neighbourhood orientation · schematic, not to scale. Tap the image to view the full map, or open a route below.

BUSINESS · WEST

Financial District

0.9 km

Walking route to Bay Street & King Street West, in Toronto’s downtown business core.

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FOOD & EVERYDAY LIFE · SOUTHWEST

St. Lawrence Market

0.35 km

A nearby destination for fresh food, specialty shops and a lunch break beyond the office.

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CAFÉS & CONNECTIONS · SOUTH

King East

0.22 km

King Street East & Jarvis Street: neighbourhood dining, design destinations and streetcar connections.

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EDUCATION · NEXT DOOR

George Brown

0.08 km

St. James Campus · Adelaide Street buildings at 290–300 Adelaide Street East. The nearest C Building is just along the same street.

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Approximate walking distances and times from 252 Adelaide Street East, checked using Google Maps. Routes, entrances and walking pace may vary.

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Toronto address.

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Architectural floor plan

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Plans from the supplied property package. Confirm measurements and demising options with the leasing team.