Leslieville Morning

Oil on canvas.

36x24x1.50"

Leslieville is a neighbourhood in Toronto Ontario, situated east of the Don River.
Leslieville began as a small village in the 1850s, which grew up around the Toronto Nurseries owned by George Leslie and sons, after whom the community is named. Most of Leslieville's residents were gardeners or were employed at one of the brick-making factories in the area. Today in Leslieville, Toronto, you'll find a bustling neighbourhood known for its unique shops, cafes, and restaurants, especially along Queen Street East.