Heritage Properties in Oakville
Step into history and uncover Oakville’s most treasured landmarks! The Oakville Heritage Register is an official record of properties recognized for their cultural and historical significance, as outlined in the Ontario Heritage Act (OHA). This collection highlights a diverse range of heritage sites, including:
- Designated Properties (Part IV OHA): Individually recognized for their exceptional historical or architectural importance.
- Heritage Conservation Districts (Part V OHA): Areas where multiple heritage properties preserve the unique character of a neighborhood.
- Listed Properties: Places identified for their cultural heritage value, even if not formally designated.
Explore this dataset of 900+ heritage properties, each offering fascinating insights into Oakville’s past. Find key details like street addresses, designation status, construction years, historical backgrounds, and more. Plus, access linked data on building permits and property information for a deeper dive into Oakville’s architectural and cultural history.
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Statistics
This dataset from Oakville Heritage Register contains a total of 900+ heritage properties, offering a comprehensive view of the town's architectural and historical treasures. This data provides insights into the locations, construction periods, histories, and designation years of these significant properties.
Street Distribution
Lakeshore Rd E (12.66%) stands out as the street with the highest concentration of heritage properties, reflecting its historical significance and architectural richness. Following closely are Trafalgar Rd (8.95%) and Reynolds St (6.55%), each contributing significantly to Oakville’s heritage landscape.
Other notable streets include Allan St (4.91%), William St (4.26%), King St (3.60%), Spruce St (3.38%), Thomas St (3.28%), Forsythe St (2.73%), Lakeshore Rd W (2.62%), Second St (2.51%), and First St (2.51%). Each of these streets plays a vital role in shaping Oakville’s historical tapestry.
Construction Timeline
The dataset reveals a rich history of building in Oakville, with properties spanning from the 1810s (0.11%) to the 2000s (0.22%). The most significant construction periods were the 1850s (5.02%) - 1870s (4.04%) and 1910s (4.69%) - 1920s (4.80%), showcasing pivotal moments in Oakville’s development.
Other notable periods include the 1830s (2.51%), 1840s (2.18%), 1860s (2.73%), 1880s (2.07%), 1890s (1.42%), 1900s (2.95%), 1930s (1.97%), 1940s (1.31%), 1950s (1.20%), 1960s (0.76%), 1970s (0.87%), and 1980s (0.98%). These periods highlight the evolution of Oakville’s architectural styles and community growth.
Designation Years
The majority of designated heritage properties were recognized in the 1990s (8.84%), reflecting a period of heightened awareness and preservation efforts. The 1980s (4.26%) also saw significant designation activity. More recent designations occurred in the 2010s (1.75%) and 2000s (0.87%). Designations in the 1970s (0.76%) also contribute to the register.
This data illustrates Oakville’s ongoing commitment to preserving its historical and cultural heritage. Overall, the dataset provides valuable insights into Oakville’s heritage properties, showcasing the town’s rich architectural history and the ongoing efforts to protect its cultural identity.
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Stats on Properties by Street Name
| Street Name | Properties | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| LAKESHORE RD E | 116 | 12.66% |
| TRAFALGAR RD | 82 | 8.95% |
| REYNOLDS ST | 60 | 6.55% |
| ALLAN ST | 45 | 4.91% |
| WILLIAM ST | 39 | 4.26% |
| KING ST | 33 | 3.60% |
| SPRUCE ST | 31 | 3.38% |
| THOMAS ST | 30 | 3.28% |
| FORSYTHE ST | 25 | 2.73% |
| LAKESHORE RD W | 24 | 2.62% |
| FIRST ST | 23 | 2.51% |
| SECOND ST | 23 | 2.51% |
| DOUGLAS AVE | 19 | 2.07% |
| MACDONALD RD | 18 | 1.97% |
| NAVY ST | 16 | 1.75% |
| PALMER AVE | 16 | 1.75% |
| DUNN ST | 14 | 1.53% |
| MAPLE AVE | 13 | 1.42% |
| CHISHOLM ST | 13 | 1.42% |
| RANDALL ST | 12 | 1.31% |
| Status | Properties | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Part V | 435 | 47.49% |
| Listed | 257 | 28.06% |
| Part IV | 190 | 20.74% |
| Part IV / Part V | 29 | 3.17% |
Stats on Properties by Built Year
| Built Year | Properties | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 2 | 0.22% |
| 1990s | 4 | 0.44% |
| 1980s | 9 | 0.98% |
| 1970s | 8 | 0.87% |
| 1960s | 7 | 0.76% |
| 1950s | 11 | 1.20% |
| 1940s | 12 | 1.31% |
| 1930s | 18 | 1.97% |
| 1920s | 44 | 4.80% |
| 1910s | 43 | 4.69% |
| 1900s | 27 | 2.95% |
| 1890s | 13 | 1.42% |
| 1880s | 19 | 2.07% |
| 1870s | 37 | 4.04% |
| 1860s | 25 | 2.73% |
| 1850s | 46 | 5.02% |
| 1840s | 20 | 2.18% |
| 1830s | 23 | 2.51% |
| 1820s | 8 | 0.87% |
| 1810s | 1 | 0.11% |
Stats on Properties by Designation Year
| Designation Year | Properties | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 16 | 1.75% |
| 2000s | 8 | 0.87% |
| 1990s | 81 | 8.84% |
| 1980s | 39 | 4.26% |
| 1970s | 7 | 0.76% |
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Built Year: 1911 Designation Year: 2009 ByLaw: 2009-079 Status: Part IV Owner Name: 2206841 ONTARIO INC History: Built in 1911, the Smith houses are a rare pair of shale stone houses constructed to reflect the architecture of the Smith ancestral home in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. These homes are rare survivors of the early 20th century settlement of the Kerr Street Area. Description: The two storey house has an intersecting gable roof with three triangula dormers on the front facade. A thrid bay with matching dormer was later added to the south end of the house. The original portion and all additions are included in this designation |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1910 Designation Year: 1993 ByLaw: 1993-045 Status: Part IV / Part V Owner Name: 1094262 ONTARIO INC Owner Address: 20 SUNNINGHILL DR, PORT DOVER ON N0A 1N6, History: Former Bank of Montreal. Originally the location of the first St. Jude’s Anglican Church which served Oakville for over 45 years until the congregation outgrew the church in 1879. The church was then sold to Samuel McGiffin who converted it into a hardware store until 1898 when the building was secured by the Merchant’s Bank. Eventually the bank was torn down and the existing building was constructed on the site, designed by Robert McGiffin. In 1922 the Merchant's Bank amalgamated with the Bank of Montreal. Description: Beaux Arts style, typical for many bank buildings during the early part of this century. Notable features include stone sills, brick voussoirs and keystones and large pilasters on the front façade. |
Built Year: 1870 Designation Year: 1997 ByLaw: 1997-062 Status: Part IV / Part V Owner Name: DABREMA CORPORATION Owner Address: 210 RANDALL ST, OAKVILLE ON L6J 1P7, History: Purchased by William Chisholm in 1835 and later conveyed to William Robinson in 1835, Patrick O’Boyle in 1857 and George Busby in 1873. Busby was one of the founding members of the Salvation Army in Oakville. In 1890 the property was controlled by the children of George Busby and then sold to Thomas Harker in 1895. Description: Regency style cottage with rectangular form and 3-bay façade. Building is 1 1/2 storey stucco, but likely wood framing is underneath. A finely detailed single storey porch runs along the façade. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1878 Designation Year: 1991 ByLaw: 1991-186 Status: Part IV / Part V Owner Name: MCLEOD SARAH JEAN Owner Address: 244 RIVER SIDE DR, OAKVILLE ON L6K 3M9, History: Known as Hewson’s Grocery Store, started in 1878 by William G. Hewson, a clerk. Hewson operated a grocery in the James Reid building for 17 years until 1897 when his son James Langeley Hewson took over the business. In 1907, James moved the entire business to this 2-storey building which was designed by Mrs. Hewson. The grocery store developed a reputation for quality. The store was taken over in 1945 by James Hewson's daughter and son-in-law, Isobel and James Black, well known Oakville residents. Description: Commercial vernacular with Italianate influence. Notable features include heavy brick corbelling which forms a detailed cornice on the façade and brick voussoirs over the windows. |
Built Year: 1840 Designation Year: 1992 ByLaw: 1992-024 Status: Part IV Owner Name: O'TOOLE PATRICK Owner Address: 2333 ONTARIO ST, OAKVILLE ON L6L 1A5, History: Originally a blacksmith shop situated along the stage coach route between York and Hamilton. One of the three remaining lakeshore properties outside of some harbour properties and considered to be one of the oldest buildings in Bronte. Description: Visual landmark and one of the oldest buildings in Bronte. |
Built Year: 1820 Designation Year: 1993 ByLaw: 1993-021 Status: Part IV Owner Name: THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF OAKVILLE Owner Address: 1225 TRAFALGAR RD, OAKVILLE, ON, L6H 0H3 History: Munn's Pioneer Cemetery. Established in 1820 on land that had originally been owned by Daniel Munn, at the intersection of Sixth Line and Dundas Street which became known as Munn’s Corners after Daniel Munn, one of the earliest settlers in this part of Trafalgar Township. Daniel Munn and his wife’s grave lie in Munn’s Cemetery along with the names of many of the area’s earliest families. Description: A small rural cemetery featuring a variety of historic gravemarkers. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1903 Designation Year: 1991 ByLaw: 1991-187 Status: Part IV Owner Name: 2585979 ONTARIO INC Owner Address: ATTN LESLIE AUSTIN CLANMORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL, 2463 LAKESHORE RD E, OAKVILLE ON L6J 1M7 History: Isaac Cort Wilson bought the property where the building now stands in the 1880s and established a market garden farm on the 100 acre property providing such crops as raspberries, beets, peas etc. In 1902-03 he built the present building. Isaac Wilson was active in church life and was a founder, Sunday School leader and superintendent of the Non-Denominational Church called St. Cuthberts which eventually became an Anglican Church. In 1918 Ernest Lancaster Wilson, son of Isaac Wilson, took ownership of the farm, house and property. The property may be the location of a prehistoric Aboriginal encampment. Description: Excellent example of the Canadian-Italianate style with its square form, richly decorated boxed cornice with frieze, large brackets, original slate hip roof and paired tall chimneys. |
Built Year: 1825 Designation Year: 1990 ByLaw: 1990-050 Status: Part IV Owner Name: THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF OAKVILLE Owner Address: 1225 TRAFALGAR RD, OAKVILLE, ON, L6H 0H3 History: One of the oldest existing dwellings in Trafalgar Township, this house was built by Charles Sovereign c.1825. Charles opened a school on his father's property in 1815 when he was only 17 years of age and in 1842 became the first local school inspector. Prominent local shipbuilder Dalt McDonald also lived in the building, as well as renowned author Mazo De La Roche author of the Jalna series. This building now serves as a museum recounting the history of the building and these significant individuals. Description: A 2 storey brick building, since covered in stucco. Moved to the current location in 1988. |
Built Year: 1890 Designation Year: 1991 ByLaw: 1991-076 Status: Part IV Owner Name: THE CHARTWELL HOUSE EARLY LEARNING CENTRE INC Owner Address: 467 CHARTWELL RD, OAKVILLE ON L6J 4A6, History: The land was originally cleared by George Griggs who settled here in 1821. In 1849, Griggs sold the property to Justus Williams, a very significant figure in the history of Oakville. A Loyalist from Vermont, Williams was a merchant, president of the Temperance Society, school Trustee and Treasurer and Justice of the Peace. In 1889 the Williams family moved to Kent County and the property was sold to the McNeil family who were known for their specialty in growing small fruits, primarily strawberries. Hugh George McNeil constructed the existing house. Description: This is a fine Victorian home with neoclassical porticos at the front and rear and detailed brackets. Other notable features include the semi-elliptical transom panel and side panels with flush lights, bracketed cornices, bay windows and brick voussoirs over windows. |
Built Year: 1820 Designation Year: 1993 ByLaw: 1993-021 Status: Part IV Owner Name: THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF OAKVILLE Owner Address: 1225 TRAFALGAR RD, OAKVILLE, ON, L6H 0H3 History: Established in 1820 on land that had originally been owned by Daniel Munn, at the intersection of Sixth Line and Dundas Street became known as Munn¿s Corners after Daniel Munn, one of the earliest settlers in this part of Trafalgar Township. Daniel Munn and his wife¿s grave lie in Munn¿s Cemetery along with the names of many of the area¿s earliest families. Description: Important reminder of the Hamlet known as Munn¿s Corners. |
Alias: Regional Road 5 Built Year: 1815-40 Designation Year: 2002 ByLaw: 2002-054 Status: Part IV Owner Name: 2761450 ONTARIO INC Owner Address: 1178 CAREY RD, OAKVILLE ON L6J 2E4, History: Amos Biggar House. In 1815, Amos Biggar, a Loyalist, purchased this property and is believed to have built the original rectangular section of the house. The house was later enlarged, possibly by its next owner, Philip L. Box, who bought the farm in 1843. The barn to the rear of the house was built in the early 19th century. This house was associated with the former hamlet of Sixteen Hollow. William Lyon MacKenzie passed directly by this house on his famous flight from the law in 1837. This house is one of the few along Dundas Street which remains from this time. Moved to the current location from 502 Dundas Street West. Description: A good example of the Classic Revival style. The house consists of a 1 1/2 storey rectangular original wing with single storey additions to either side. Outstanding features include original narrow weatherboard siding, multi-paned windows with classical pediments, and a classically inspired doorway. |
Alias: Regional Road 3 Built Year: 1870 Designation Year: 1998 ByLaw: 1998-012 Status: Part IV Owner Name: 2385081 ONTARIO INC Owner Address: 43 CEDARBROOK CRT, CAMBRIDGE ON N1T 1W8, History: This property was first built on in 1833 by John Forman. He operated the frame inn on the site as the Oakville Temperance House until 1859 when it was purchased by Jacob Barnes and operated as a licensed premises. After Barne's death the building was acquired by Hugh Coyne in the early 1870s. At this time the lot was divided and the homes presently located on them were built. The properties went through a number of owners including William Sinclair Davis, a local realtor and financier who was instrumental in the development of the Park Avenue area. Description: The building appears to be the older of the pair of very similar buildings at 136 and 140 Trafalgar Road. The house is 1 1/2 storey stucco saltbox with a central gable. It is influenced by Greek Revival style. Other notable features include semi-circular round headed windows, central pedimented doorway and projecting bay windows. |
Built Year: 1850 Designation Year: 1994 ByLaw: 1994-104 Status: Part IV / Part V History: Charles Davis, a shoemaker from England, bought the property in 1845 and constructed the house five years later. After the death of Davis, the property went into the ownership of many different people including William Sinclair Davis, one of Oakville's most successful businessman and William Buckle, a long established butcher in Oakville. Description: Oakville vernacular style. Contributes to the heritage character of the area. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1903 Designation Year: 1996 ByLaw: 1996-012 Status: Part IV / Part V Owner Name: WINDERMERE REALTY CORP Owner Address: ATTN: MARIO FORGIONE, 118 KERR ST, OAKVILLE ON L6K 3A5 History: Davis Block. Originally occupied by W.S. Davis, successful businessman and real estate agent, and by Oakville’s third post office. In 1910, the Bank of Hamilton established a branch in the building and Davis became bank manager until 1922 when the Bank of Commerce took over the branch. Other businesses occupying the building included Dominion Grocery, Eaton’s Order Centre, H.E. Carley Shoe Repair, Reward Shoes, Braddock Optical, Carberry-Davis Insurance Brokers. The 2nd floor was a residential apartment for many years before becoming offices in the 1950s. Description: Commercial vernacular demonstrating an Italianate influence. The "temple effect" created by the front gable is accentuated by the introduction of a circular window with foil in the brick veneer which was subsequently applied to this early frame and weatherboard building. Important contributor to the downtown and part of an uninterrupted heritage streetscape. |
Built Year: 1922 Designation Year: 1993 ByLaw: 1993-003 Status: Part IV / Part V Owner Name: BRAD CAMPBELL DENTISTRY PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Owner Address: 181 CHURCH ST, OAKVILLE ON L6J 1N3, History: Served for forty-five years as the Oakville Fire Hall. The fire hall was the center for fire fighting in all of Oakville and the surrounding district and was the focal point of a yearly fireman’s street dance. The building was converted to commercial use in 1967. Description: Arts and Crafts style 2-storey stucco and brick building with decorative brackets. Alterations to the front façade and roof were made in the 1960s. |
Built Year: 1874 Designation Year: 1993 ByLaw: 1993-043 Status: Part IV Owner Name: CROUCHER DONALD Owner Address: 59 CHISHOLM ST , OAKVILLE ON L6K 3H6, History: The house was built by Thomas James Cavan, a carpenter who built many fine ships from the Oakville Shipyard. Description: The house is simple vernacular expression of the Gothic Revival style with a symmetrical façade and front central gable above the front door. |
Built Year: 1848 Designation Year: 2011 ByLaw: 2011-033 Status: Part IV Owner Name: GLENBROOK ESTATES INC Owner Address: 91 DELTA PARK BLVD 4 , BRAMPTON ON L6T 5E7 , CANADA History: The property is associated with the prominent Boulton family, as well as the Bowbeer and Biggar families, both early settler families in Trafalgar Township. D’Arcy Boulton was a prominent lawyer, politician, merchant and served as the Director of the Bank of Upper Canada and as Auditor General in Upper Canada. William and Mevira Bowbeer came to live on the property in 1824 and raised eleven children together and likely built the existing house. There is a strong association between this property and Lot 10, Concession 1, now 1086 Burnhamthorpe Road. In 1853, William’s son William Somerset built the existing brick house on Lot 10, which is similar in age, design, material and architectural details as the Bowbeer House. The property was later owned by the Biggars, a Loyalist family who were among the first settlers in Trafalgar Township and contributed greatly to the early settlement and development of the Township. Description: "The house is a unique example of a 1 ½ storey brick farmhouse with a side gable roof with front dormer. The house is constructed with dichromatic Flemish Bond brickwork, including brick “quoins”, ornamental bands of brick “roses” and brick voussoirs over the windows. Other details include 6/6 wood windows, wood sills and wood cornices. |
Built Year: 1916 Designation Year: 1993 ByLaw: 1993-059 Status: Part IV Owner Name: RICE SAMANTHA JANE Owner Address: 1564 MISSISSAUGA RD, MISSISSAUGA ON L5H 2K2, History: Originally the lot was owned by Margaret Smith. In 1833 a sawmill was built on the lot by Margaret and Joel Smith's son, Robert. The property was later sold to John Wilson in 1915, and in 1916 the southerly part of the property was sold to Albert Hitchcox who built and lived in the house at 1107 Rebecca Street for over forty years. Albert was employed at Appleby College for many years. Description: A late representation of the simple frame farmhouses that once existed throughout the Township. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1887 Designation Year: 1991 ByLaw: 1991-164 Status: Part IV Owner Name: KNOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Owner Address: ATTN BOARD OF MANAGERS, 89 DUNN ST , OAKVILLE ON L6J 3C8 History: Originally the White Oak Hotel existed at this site. The church was built in 1887 by James McDonald Jr., son of the builder of the first Presbyterian Church in Oakville. It is the tallest heritage structure in Oakville and is an important landmark along Lakeshore Road in Old Oakville. Description: An example of the Gothic Revival period with a traditional English Plan, consisting of narthex, a central nave with galleries on either side, chancel and transept. The frontal elevation is of asymmetrical design, characteristic of the later "Gothic Revival" period, with a central entry portal and corner bell tower. |
Built Year: 1889 Designation Year: 1991 ByLaw: 1991-162 Status: Part IV Owner Name: THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF OAKVILLE Owner Address: 1225 TRAFALGAR RD, OAKVILLE, ON, L6H 0H3 History: Oakville Lighthouse. The lighthouse was the second to mark the entrance to Oakville harbour. Henry George built this lighthouse in 1889 after the first lighthouse toppled into Lake Ontario during a severe storm in 1886. Description: The lighthouse is hexagonal, 3 storeys high, constructed of wood and sheathed in wood shingles. It has a door and three windows, all capped with classical pediments. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1820 Designation Year: 1990 ByLaw: 1990-001 Status: Part IV Owner Name: EAST JAMES MICHAEL Owner Address: 1341 LAKESHORE RD E, OAKVILLE ON L6J 1L7, History: The building was originally constructed in the 1820s by John C. Harris. In 1850 George W. Griggs, an early settler, purchased the property and undertook the first major renovation. The second renovation occurred when the property was owned by William Blackwell during the time 1871-1873. After 1910 the house was stuccoed. In the 1900s the house was converted into a residence for the elderly, operated by the Independent Order of Oddfellows. Description: Loyalist/Georgian style with interior detailing. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1850 Designation Year: 1990 ByLaw: 1990-109 Status: Part IV Owner Name: KONASIEWICZ STEFAN Owner Address: 1399 LAKESHORE RD E, OAKVILLE ON L6J 1L9, History: The original owner of the property was John C. Harris in 1823. In 1847 John Moore purchased the property. In 1909 the property was purchased by James Ryrie, a jewelry and silverware merchant who held many directorships and was involved in humanitarian activities in the City of Toronto. In 1914 James Ryrie sold the property to Herbert Coplain Cox, President and General Manager of Canada Life Assurance Company. The property remained in the Cox family until 1988. Description: This 2-storey T-shaped stucco house is setback from Lakeshore Road. The door is centrally located with a flat transom and the porch is open at the front and sides with metal treillage. |
Built Year: 1820 Designation Year: 1993 ByLaw: 1993-054 Status: Part IV Owner Name: THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF OAKVILLE Owner Address: 1225 TRAFALGAR RD, OAKVILLE, ON, L6H 0H3 History: The Lyon's Log Cabin was moved from Trafalgar Road adjacent to the former village of Vernerville to the Oakville harbour. Description: Lyon's Log Cabin is an excellent example of a pioneer log cabin with its square simple form, small multi-paned windows, and wooden shingle roof. |
Alias: Regional Road 5 Built Year: 1868 Designation Year: 1993 ByLaw: 1993-120 Status: Part IV Owner Name: 2507 DUNDAS STORAGE GP CORPORATION Owner Address: 2-1830 WALKLEY RD, OTTAWA ON K1H 8K3, History: Built for Harvey Morris Switzer, postmaster and merchant of Palermo and one of the most successful businessmen in the Township. Switzer was also actively involved in a number of areas in public life in Palermo and Trafalgar Township and in 1853 he was a founding member of the Halton Agricultural Society and president of the Society in 1859. Description: Canadian Farmer Italianate style (a vernacular approach). The house is an important reminder of the village of Palermo. |
Built Year: 1911 Designation Year: 2011 ByLaw: 2011-062 Status: Part IV Owner Name: RANDALL ROSE HOMES CORP Owner Address: 145 REYNOLDS ST, SUITE 400, OAKVILLE ON L6J 0A7 History: The subject house has historical value for its associations with Thomas Aston Blakelock, whose construction company built the house. Built c.1911, the house was constructed as a home for Blakelock and his family. In addition to being a prominent businessman, Thomas A. Blakelock worked for 40 years in public service as Mayor of Oakville, as a Member of the Provincial Legislature for Halton, and as Warden of Halton County. The Blakelock Brothers, Contractors and Builders Company built more than 400 buildings in Oakville, including the subject house which was one of the first houses built by the company. Description: The house is a representative example of a 2 ½ storey Edwardian red brick house with influences from the Queen Anne architectural style. These architectural styles are evident in the square form of the house with its hip roof, front gable and projecting bay windows. Architectural details include wood dentils and shingles in the front dormer, wood windows and doors, and stone sills. |
Built Year: 1852 Designation Year: 2010 ByLaw: 2010-002 Status: Part IV Owner Name: SEBASTIAN SAMUEL PAUL Owner Address: 10 PARK AVE, OAKVILLE ON L6J 3X8, History: The property at 10 Park Avenue is an early example of a vernacular brick cottage. It was built by Reverend James Nisbet and his father, Thomas Nisbet, a master shipbuilder, for use as the first Presbyterian manse in Oakville. Reverend James Nisbet was the first Presbyterian minister in Oakville, and first Canadian Presbyterian missionary to the First Nations of the Northwest. Nisbet is known as the founder of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. Description: Originally built as a simple Regency cottage, ‘The Manse’ retains much of the original brickwork and stone foundation that was laid by the Nisbets in 1852. Also of note is the hipped form of the roof which recalls the Regency style, and the east and north walls of the cottage which have retained the scale, as well as door and window openings of Reverend Nisbet’s cottage. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1870 Designation Year: 1991 ByLaw: 1991-163 Status: Part IV / Part V Owner Name: ROYAL OAK HOTEL OAKVILLE LIMITED Owner Address: 485 THE KINGSWAY, ETOBICOKE ON M9A 3W5, History: Erected in 1870 as the home and bakery shop of the Ferrah family. The business was operated for three generations of Ferrahs. Within the building the first soda fountain in Town was installed. Description: Commercial vernacular style with Italianate influence. Symmetrical design and masonry detail are typical of 1870's main street buildings. |
Alias: Regional Road 5 Built Year: 1850 Designation Year: 1991 ByLaw: 1991-185 Status: Part IV Owner Name: THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF OAKVILLE Owner Address: 1225 TRAFALGAR RD, OAKVILLE, ON, L6H 0H3 History: Known as the “Squire” James Applebe House who built the house in 1850. James Applebe taught school at Munn’s Corners, was the owner of a store and the post office, and was one of the most successful figures in this area of Trafalgar Township who came to own most of the land in the village. James assumed a number of important positions during his life including one of the first Directors of the Bank of Toronto, Justice of the Peace, Treasurer of Trafalgar Township, an ardent Methodist, president of the Trafalgar, Esquesing and Erin Road Company, and recording steward of the Nelson circuit. The children of James Applebe also became important figures in their own right. Description: Rural Oakville vernacular. 1 1/2 storey farm residence with a central gable dormer and 5 bay façade. Four unique French-style full-length windows with transoms distinguish the front elevation. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1830 Designation Year: 1991 ByLaw: 1991-048 Status: Part IV Owner Name: 1475 LAKESHORE RD EAST INC Owner Address: SUITE 375, 35 STONE CHURCH RD UNIT 3, ANCASTER ON L9K 1S4 History: Originally purchased in 1806 by John Bradley Sr. and sold to Barnett Griggs, who constructed the building. Griggs used it as an inn called the Halfway House, given its name because of its halfway location between Toronto and Hamilton. Barnett Griggs sold the property to Thompson Smith, and in 1866 Smith sold it to Barnett Griggs Moore (grandson of Barnett Griggs). James Ryrie, a jeweler from Toronto, purchased the property and moved the house back from the road. His son Harry occupied the house and developed excellent orchards on the property. Description: Characteristics of the Georgian style and some Neoclassical features. |
Built Year: 1845 Designation Year: 1994 ByLaw: 1994-103 Status: Part IV / Part V Owner Name: SAGESTONE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LIMITED Owner Address: 72 PARK AVE, OAKVILLE ON L6J 3X8, History: Built by John Brown, a local shoemaker, in 1845. In 1896, the property was sold to Bernard Jennings and then in 1900 to John Wales, a grain and feed merchant. In 1911, the property was sold to David Edwyn and Martha Jane Lawrence. After David Lawrence passed away, the property was sold to their daughter Margaret May Lawrence who owned the property until 1966. Description: Oakville Vernacular style. Features include the symmetrical 3 bay façade of the original building, and original 6/6 windows on the lower level and second storey. The front porch is believed to be an exact copy in proportion and detail of the original porch. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1921 Designation Year: 1999 ByLaw: 1999-058 Status: Part IV Owner Name: BYTZEK KLAUS Owner Address: 1208 LAKESHORE RD E, OAKVILLE ON L6J 1L2, History: Ballymena Estate. Lieutenant Colonel William Fletcher Eaton, son of Timothy Eaton, purchased the property in 1916 and named the estate Ballymena after the Eaton family's ancestral home in Ireland. The gatehouse was built in the Tudor style in 1916. In 1943, the Honourable Ray Lawson purchased the property and the building served as his personal residence during his term as Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario. Description: This designation includes the entrance gates and fence and the gatehouse building. The decorative wrought iron entrance gates were built c.1917 and flanked by stone side walls. The gateposts are Credit Valley stone and bear the name "Ballymena". The gatehouse is clad with Roman Stone architraves and sills and rough stucco with half timbering. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1890 Designation Year: 1992 ByLaw: 1992-100 Status: Part IV Owner Name: GARDNER JARED JOSEPH Owner Address: 34 SYDENHAM ST, DUNDAS ON L9H 2T7, History: The Chapel is a vestige of the black Methodist settlers in Canada. Ministers of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, originally from the United States, came to preach to these Canadian black settlers. In 1887, the church property was purchased, and in 1890, the cornerstone was laid. A year later, the church was opened for service. Description: The Turner Chapel is an example of modest church architecture of the period. Several of its more significant features include the rose window, the round headed windows, and buttresses. |
Built Year: 1870 Designation Year: 1994 ByLaw: 1994-176 Status: Part IV Owner Name: VAN DER OORD EUGENE Owner Address: 76 THOMAS ST , OAKVILLE ON L6J 3A4, History: The subject office building was constructed between 1946 and 1948 and was one of the first buildings to be completed on the site. Shortly after the construction of the office building, a 64,000 square foot addition for manufacturing use was added to the rear of the office, covering the rear south wall of the office building. Description: Late Victorian, highly decorative style house. Notable features include outstanding mouldings and brickwork, brick voussoirs, and wood shutters. |
Built Year: 1946-48 Designation Year: 2011 ByLaw: 2011-096 Status: Part IV Owner Name: GENERAL ELECTRIC CANADA INC Owner Address: MEIGHAN WEST, 1919 MINNESOTA CRT, MISSISSAUGA ON L5N 0C9 History: The General Electric Company operated a lamp factory on the site for over 60 years. The plant opened in 1948 with 50 employees and expanded throughout the 1950s and 1960s with over 500 employees at the height of its production. The office building was constructed between 1946 and 1948 and was one of the first buildings to be completed on the site. Originally housing offices and a lunchroom, the building was continually used as office space for the factory with numerous interior alterations completed over the years to accommodate minor changes in use. In 2009, the lamp plant was decommissioned due to changes in the market; this development resulted in the heritage designation of the office building in order to retain this important heritage attribute and to recognize and commemorate the history of the site. Description: A 20th century industrial building designed in the Art Moderne style, designed by Beck and Eadie Architects. The two-storey structure is constructed of load-bearing masonry and has a low, horizontal emphasis with three projecting bays. The building is clad in buff brick with precast parapet coping. The windows and doors are framed with pre-cast concrete surrounds. Above the front entrance, a unique round window provides architectural interest. |
Built Year: 1932 Designation Year: 2012 ByLaw: 2012-087 Status: Part IV Owner Name: LINBROOK SCHOOL Owner Address: 1079 LINBROOK RD, OAKVILLE ON L6J 2L2, History: Constructed in 1932, this building was one of the last one-room schoolhouses built in Ontario. The property has played a significant role as a local school and centre of community life, used for numerous community events, including theatre, dancing, music, games and lectures. A number of graduates of Linbrook went on to play a significant role in the community, including 17 members who served in WWII. The property is also associated with architect George Nepean Molesworth who also designed Maple Grove Public School. Description: The one-room schoolhouse was designed by architect George Nepean Molesworth in the Colonial Revival style with influences from the Georgian and Neoclassical periods. Stylistic elements include decorative columns, pilasters, cornice mouldings, elliptical fanlight, an octagonal louvered cupola in the centre of the roof, octagonal windows and decorative wood window trim and wood cornice. |
Built Year: 1920 Designation Year: 2011 ByLaw: 2011-061 Status: Part IV Owner Name: MACRAE VALERIE Owner Address: 374 MAPLE AVE , OAKVILLE ON L6J 2H9, History: The property is an example of a Craftsman-inspired vernacular bungalow. The house is one storey with a rectangular plan with ashlar block foundation and walls clad in horizontal wood siding. The asphalt shingled low hipped roof has wide overhanging eaves with exposed rafter tails. The small front porch also features a hip roof with exposed rafters and is supported by round columns. The windows on the front façade are banks of three or four fixed lowers with leaded square-paned transoms. The bank of three windows to the west of the front door projects out and is supported by small brackets. A one storey projecting bay flanks the front entrance to the east. Description: The property is historically associated with Tuxedo Park, a new suburb developed around 1910, located on the site of farmland and orchards. The original owner of the house, Howard French, was a local painter and raised his family in this house. Since the construction of the house in the early 1920s, there have been only three owners of this house. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1860 Designation Year: 2010 ByLaw: 2010-129 Status: Part IV Owner Name: 1886684 ONTARIO INC Owner Address: 514 QUEEN ST W, TORONTO ON M5V 2B3, History: The Coté House is associated with Louis B. Coté, a carriagemaker who is believed to have built the house in the late 1860s. The most prominent owner of the house was Coté's son, Louis Vincent Coté, who became Oakville’s fifth Postmaster in 1904. Coté lived in the house until 1919 and continued his prominent position as Postmaster until his death in 1937. Description: The Coté House is a two storey vernacular interpretation of a Classic Revival Style residence. It features a two storey form with a symmetrical 3 bay front façade. The house may have originally been a one storey house with a full second storey added later. |
Built Year: 1906 Designation Year: 1995 ByLaw: 1995-122 Status: Part IV / Part V Owner Name: 2391594 ONTARIO CORPORATION Owner Address: ALBRECHT TAMINDZIC, A30-481 NORTH SERVICE RD W, OAKVILLE ON L6M 2V6 History: The only remnant of the "radial railway era" in Oakville. The Hamilton Radial Electric Railway laid tracks from Hamilton to Oakville in 1905. The combined passenger building and substation was built in 1906 and serviced the Town until after WWII. Radial cars ran along what is now Rebecca Street, and until the ridge across Sixteen Mile Creek was built, the line terminated at the west side of the river. This station was the most easterly on the line and is the last remaining radial station in its original state. Description: A functional railway station design rather than a style or period of architecture. Notable features include rusticated stone lintels and sills, flared eaves creating a broad overhang supported on large brackets, and station agent's bay window. |
Built Year: 1859 Designation Year: 1993 ByLaw: 1993-044 Status: Part IV Owner Name: LONE ALLEN Owner Address: 142 FORSYTHE ST , OAKVILLE ON L6K 3K3, History: In 1836, Henry Gulledge, a saddler and harness maker from England, established a shop at the southeast corner of Colborne Street (now Lakeshore Road) and Thomas Street. This is one of the two oldest corners in the Town. The house was built between 1857-1859 by Henry Gulledge. The business was taken over by Henry's son, E.H. Gulledge, in 1877. Description: Simple Vernacular style building with 1 ½ storeys and a saltbox roof line. Similar to many tradesmen's modest dwellings built at the time. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1907 Designation Year: 2009 ByLaw: 2009-080 Status: Part IV History: In 1906, James Ryrie, a famous Toronto jeweller, purchased the subject property, later naming it “Edgemere”, meaning the edge of the sea. Ryrie commissioned Edmund Burke and John Horwood of the renowned Burke & Horwood firm in Toronto to design the estate mansion. Three years later, prominent Canadian landscape architect Charles Ernest Woolverton was commissioned by Ryrie to complete the landscape plan for the estate. After the development of this estate, others followed to lay out large estates along the lakeshore in what became known as “Canada’s Newport.” Description: The elements included in this designation are the prominent entrance gates and wall along Lakeshore Road. The highly visible gate and wall serve as a unique example of a construction method which displays a high degree of craftsmanship and is representative of an early style. The main entrance is an English style timber gate constructed of wooden pegs and includes a brass plaque that reads “Edgemere”. The property wall has a rubble stone foundation and is crowned with cut stone and at regular intervals its length is interrupted by rubble stone pillars with cut stone caps. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1914 Designation Year: 1993 ByLaw: 1993-053 Status: Part IV Owner Name: WALTON MEMORIAL UNITED CHURCH Owner Address: 2489 LAKESHORE RD W , OAKVILLE ON L6L 1H9, History: Walton Memorial United Church was originally donated as a gift from the Waltons as the home of the United Church community in Bronte and the surrounding district. Built by the Walton family in memory of Wallis Walton, a faithful church member and officer. Designed by architect George Burgress who had married Annie Walton. Description: Gothic style, but represents ornamental styles of the Victorian era. Good example of church architecture from the turn of the century. |
Built Year: 1915 Designation Year: 1994 ByLaw: 1994-187 Status: Part IV Owner Name: 87 REYNOLDS STREET INC Owner Address: 2213 NORTH SHERIDAN WAY, MISSISSAUGA ON L5K 1A3, History: The property was purchased by Charles McDermott in 1907 and in 1915 he built this house. The McDermotts are one of Oakville’s long established families who are active members of the St. Andrew’s Church congregation. Charles McDermott founded C.A. McDermott's Coal and Ice Company. Description: Edwardian Classicism style with Queen Anne influences. |
Built Year: 1910 Designation Year: 1993 ByLaw: 1993-057 Status: Part IV Owner Name: SANCHEZ JOSE BERNARDO Owner Address: 65 PARK AVE, OAKVILLE ON L6J 3Y1, History: The house was built in 1910 by Francis Coombs. In 1923, it was purchased by Dougall B. McCunn, and soon after was occupied by Miss Ruth Lightborn's School. Description: Excellent example of the Queen Anne Cottage style with cedar shingles, narrow weatherboard siding, steeply pitched gables and asymmetrical design. The intricate front porch, central chimney and decorate second storey windows enhance the house. |
Built Year: 1905 Designation Year: 1993 ByLaw: 1993-058 Status: Part IV Owner Name: MACDONELL WINSOR JAMES Owner Address: 85 PARK AVE, OAKVILLE ON L6J 3Y1, History: Built by George Hughes, a carpenter. The land had originally been part of the Estate of Reverend James Nisbet, who resided at 10 Park Avenue. Mrs. Hughes lived in the house at 85 Park Avenue until 1938. In 1947 the property was sold to David H.P. Row, then in 1955 it was sold to Peter and Stella Newton. In 1972 the home was sold to James and Elizabeth Harris. During their ownership in 1978 the filming of a major motion picture took place at the house. Description: Queen Anne Cottage style with steeply pitched gables, asymmetrical form and horizontal wood cladding. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1916-17 Designation Year: 2010 ByLaw: 2010-098 Status: Part IV Owner Name: 1750235 ONTARIO INC Owner Address: 1167 LAKESHORE RD E, OAKVILLE ON L6J 1L3, History: The Peterkin House is associated with Charles Peterkin, a local Fenian Raids veteran and Toronto businessman, who purchased the property in 1915. Peterkin, along with his wife Annie Josephine, had the house constructed c.1916-1917 as a home in which to retire. The house is also associated with Albert Edward Gooderham, a philanthropist and member of the prominent Gooderham family of Toronto, who owned the house in the 1930s and 1940s. Gooderham created a home for children with tuberculosis, and funded the University of Toronto’s Anti-Toxine farm, which supplied serum for the Second British Army during World War I. The house reinforces the character of an area of Oakville known locally as “Millionaire’s Row” where a number of wealthy Toronto residents built estates in the early 20th Century. Description: The Peterkin House is a rare and early example of a stone house inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement, with elements of both Queen Anne and Bungalow style architecture, built circa 1916-17. It features stone exterior walls, a 2 1/2 storey form with a front and side porch, chimneys, lintels and sills all executed in stone. The house features a gambrel roof, corner tower, dormers and wood windows with decorative lead-pane glass. |
Built Year: 1853 Designation Year: 1991 ByLaw: 1991-074 Status: Part IV Owner Name: RAMPEN HOLDINGS INC Owner Address: 6625 KITIMAT RD UNIT 58, MISSISSAUGA ON L5N 6J1, History: Patented by George McKinney in 1810, then sold to William Bowbeer in 1822, who then built a small 1 storey house on it in 1827. In 1841, William Somersett Bowbeer took ownership of the property and in 1853 built the 1 ½ storey house that exists today incorporating the original house as the a kitchen. William Somersett Bowbeer raised cattle, served as Deputy Reeve and was a significant figure in the Township of Trafalgar. Description: Neoclassical 1 1/2 storey brick house with symmetrical 3-bay façade and a projecting frontispiece with 1/2 round fan-like lunette window. The front doorway is Neoclassical with detailed cornice and eave returns, and buff coloured brick trim. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1834 Designation Year: 1991 ByLaw: 1991-073 Status: Part IV / Part V Owner Name: STRONGMAN PROPERTIES INC. Owner Address: 156 LAKESHORE RD E SUITE 200, OAKVILLE ON L6J 1H4, History: Fraser Hardware and Ironmonger Store, one of the first commercial buildings to be constructed in Oakville. Built by William Creighton, a general merchant. In 1851 the property was sold and occupied by a number of owners and tenants until 1869 when Charles Coote opened a hardware store. Coote was an active member of the Oakville community and served on the Oakville Town Council. In 1947 the store was purchased by Spencer Fraser who ran a hardware store until 1984 when Frid and Russell Company purchased the property. Description: Oakville vernacular style 2-storey red and buff brick building. Example of an early commercial building. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1835 Designation Year: 1991 ByLaw: 1991-165 Status: Part IV / Part V Owner Name: ZIEMBA JOHN Owner Address: 182 LAKESHORE RD E , OAKVILLE ON L6J 1H6, History: Built by Dr. John Urquhart, one of Oakville's most distinguished early citizens. Dr. John Urquhart was a teacher in West Gwillimbury Township until the Asiatic Cholera Epidemic in 1832 when he gave up his teaching position to assist with the sick in the hospital in Toronto. Dr John Urquhart then became qualified to practice medicine and assisted in various epidemics that periodically swept the country in a building he constructed at 182 Lakeshore Road called the Medical Hall. He was also an active participant in other areas of community life in Oakville including the Presbyterian Church, Oakville Council, and Mayor. After John Urquhart's death in 1933, the Medical Hall was discontinued and purchased by Mat and Tony Palumbo for a fruit and vegetable stand. Description: Classical Revival style 2-storey stucco building. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1881 Designation Year: 1991 ByLaw: 1991-075 Status: Part IV / Part V Owner Name: ACHESON MARY CATHERINE Owner Address: 233 KING ST , OAKVILLE ON L6J 1B6, History: William Busby Store. In 1884 William Busby purchased the lot and joined two old buildings together to create a long narrow structure, the existing building. William and his family lived over the shop. William Busby served on the Board of Education for 40 years and was a member of the Board of Trustees of St. John’s Church. He was interested in beautifying Oakville and after his death Busby Park was constructed in his honour. Description: Built in the Picturesque style with decorative cornice, large paired brackets, and wood shutters. |
Alias: Highway 2 Built Year: 1930 Designation Year: 2010 ByLaw: 2010-173 Status: Part IV Owner Name: AKINSOLA ZAINAB Owner Address: 17 LAMBERT COMMON, OAKVILLE ON L6K 2P1 History: The property is associated with both the Lambert family and the Smye family who owned the property. The property was built for Sidney and Mary Lambert who were both immigrants to Canada and owned the property until 1954. It was then owned by Fred T. Smye, President of Avro Aircraft and a leader in the development of Canada’s post-war aviation industry, which culminated in the AVRO Arrow program. Under Smye’s leadership, AVRO Canada became one of the largest corporations in Canada in the immediate post-war years. The AVRO Arrow project was one of major national significance in the 1950s. Description: The design of the house is based on traditional forms and styles such as neo-Georgian and English Arts and Crafts, but also exhibits influences of contemporary 1930s design, including Art Moderne. The property has design and contextual value for its designed landscape, which possesses numerous significant heritage attributes including the landforms, vegetation, viewscapes, circulation and built features. |
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Dataset
Discover Oakville's rich history! Explore over 900 heritage properties listed in the Oakville Heritage Register. Learn about their stories, architectural styles, and historical significance. Each property includes details like address, designation year, build year, and fascinating historical descriptions. Plus, explore how these properties connect with other Oakville datasets for a deeper understanding of our town's past.
Dataset Information
| Subject | Landuse and Development |
| Jurisdiction | Planning & Development, Town of Oakville, Province of Ontario |
| Data Provider | Town of Oakville |
| Source | https://portal-exploreoakville.opendata.arcgis.com/ |