LAWRENCE PARK & THE AVENUE BUSINESSES
Business Directory Listing...
A Listing of fabulous shops and businesses, serving and located in Lawrence Park, The Upper Avenue (Avenue Rd. between Lawrence and York Mills) and surrounding areas.
Find Toronto's best home decor and improvement, beauty, food, gifts, real estate agents, health and wellness, clothing and accessory businesses, and much more. Listings include contact information, a brief write-up on products and services offered, and website links.
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Around The Block www.aroundtheblock.com
150 Lesmill Road (as of June 17/11) • 416.546.1760
At Around The Block consignment store you’ll find an exciting mix of vintageand contemporary decor, from classic to eclectic, around the block and back again. There’s something for every room in your house, condo, loft or cottage, and their stock is always changing. They have a great selection of quality household goods and furniture. Also find silver, china, crystal and artwork.
Bata Shoe Museum www.batashoemuseum.ca
327 Bloor St. West • 416.979.7799
The Museum celebrates the style and function of footwear in four impressive galleries. Footwear on display ranges from Chinese bound foot shoes and ancient Egyptian sandals to chestnut-crushing clogs and glamourous platforms. Over 4,500 years of history and a collection of 20th-century celebrity shoes are reflected in the semi-permanent exhibition, All About Shoes. Three other galleries feature changing exhibitions, so there's always something new to see.
Brading Specialty Shades www.brading.com
3204 Yonge St. • 416.488.6600
Since 1979 Brading Specialty Shades has been providing custom window solutions that help clients realize their vision for innovative design, functionality, and quality. Brading’s focus is on providing high quality shading systems that will last a lifetime. Brands carried include Hunter Douglas, Lutron, Silent Gliss and Somfy.
BRILHO Luxury Cleaning Services www.brilhoservices.com
578 Davenport Rd. • 416.923.3300
BRILHO is Toronto’s premium cleaning & services company serving residential, commercial and retail clients in the GTA. Their experience staff will ensure that you receive the best luxury cleaning & customer service at a competitive price. Staff is bonded and insured, and they provide all the necessary supplies and equipment. Call for a quote today.
DianeKroe.com www.dianekroe.com
Diane Kroe creates fun, functional fashions for women who love to travel. A long time fixture in the Lawrence Park neighbourhood, Diane Kroe may have closed her retail location on Avenue Road, but her fabulous fashions are still available! You can find her Signature Spa collections at leading hotels, resorts and destination spas, including the new Ritz-Carlton Spa Boutique in downtown Toronto. Shop online at www.dianekroe.com.
Dr. Carl Hildebrand, Chiropractor • 416.871.6549
Too busy with life to look after your own health? Dr. Carl Hindebrand, a chiropractor, can help. He comes to your home or office, bringing all the necessary equipment to conduct a thorough assessment and provide treatment on the spot. He also provides laser therapy, which uses the patient’s own natural healing system to relieve pain, increase joint mobility, decrease swelling and accelerate the healing of tissue.
ELTE www.elte.com
80 Ronald Avenue • 416.785.7885
ELTE is one of North America’s largest retail establishments, specializing in carpets and home furnishings. Located in Toronto, ELTE stocks broadloom and rugs; sofas, sleepers and sectionals; coffee, side and occasional tables; dining tables; chairs, ottomans and benches; beds, dressers and chests, and fine leather furniture. Also find linens and mattresses, accessories, lighting and more. Ginger’s Bath and Summerhill Hardware are also part of ELTE.
Harvey Kalles Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage www.elisekalles.com
Elise Kalles, Broker • 416.441.2888 x 291
A consistent multi-million dollar producer, Elise Kalles is greatly respected by her clients and peers alike, as is evidenced in repeat business and ongoing referrals that have garnered her international clients from numerous corners of the world. Her reputation is a lot like the grand homes she sells: enduring, stellar and enviable.
Hauser www.hauserstores.com
1400 Castlefield Avenue – Design Living Centre • 416.787.9890
Hauser is a a private, Canadian family owned company run by two generations of the Hauser family. Their commitment is to create beautiful, functional collections, hand crafted one at a time and built to last. Offering outdoor and indoor furniture collections, its factory’s state of the art welding, paint and fabric production lines offers customers the ability to mix and match different furniture technologies to find the perfect mix for them.
Holly Sisson Photography www.hollysissonphotography.com
647-822-7176
A natural light photographer, Holly Sisson specializes in capturing families in natural settings, relaxed and at play. No staged, in-studio family photos here. Instead shoots take place at client’s home, in the backyard, at the local park, or any other place that offers an interesting backdrop. Visit website for a sample of Holly’s work.
Julia West Home www.juliawesthome.com
140 Kendal Avenue • 416.324.7500
Since 1998 Julia West Home has been bringing the best of past design traditions into the present. They are famous for furniture design and construction, especially for furniture that ‘earns its keep’, with designs that have more than one function. Find beautiful bed linens, window coverings, bean-bag chairs, letterboards, and hand-selected accessory pieces. They also offer upholstery and custom window coverings. Free parking just south of their building makes visiting easy.
Nilli Salonspa www.nillisalonspa.com
521 Eglinton Ave. W. • 416.487.6139
Internationally recognized for her skill and creativity, Nilli Liman creates styles to fit your lifestyle and the natural tendencies of your hair. Styles so easy to care for that they fall naturally into place, even when left to air-dry. The salon uses only the gentlest products, resulting in soft, touchable hair with brilliant shine, for a difference you’ll see and feel.
Roberts Gallery www.robertsgallery.net
641 Yonge St. • 416.924.8731
Roberts Gallery was established in 1842 and has been specializing in Canadian art for more than 50 years. Every 3–4 weeks there’s a new exhibit—an emerging artist to discover or an established artist’s work to rediscover. Open to the public—wander through their three floors to see great historical works by the Group of Seven and post war leading artists. Open Tuesday–Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm.
Adam Grossman, Sales Representative www.adamgrossman.ca
Royal LePage Johnston & Daniel Division, Brokerage • 416.489.2121
Working in Forest Hill, Lawrence Park, and Georgian Bay, Adam Grossman believes that buying and selling real estate shouldn’t just be a process, it should be a partnership. He welcomes questions about your property and the market.
Sheridan Nurseries www.sheridannurseries.com
2827 Yonge St. • 416.481.6429
Plus 8 Other Locations (visit website for full list)
Providing everything for your garden, including flowering annuals, tropical houseplants, nursery stock/seasonal plants, patio furniture and accessories, garden supplies, plant containers, giftware and accessories, and more. Services include landscape designer. They also have a Little Diggers program for the kids. Visit website to learn more.
Siloam Dental www.siloamdental.ca
1795 Avenue Rd. • 416.783.3999
Siloam Dental provides comprehensive dental care for the entire family. Services offered include family/general dentistry, dental implants, veneers and dentures with implants. One of Siloam Dental’s key strengths is their implant dentistry and diagnosis, where Dr. Nathan goes the extra mile to ensure the best possible result for his patients. They also offer sleep/sedation dentistry, for those who feel anxious in the dental chair.
Silverbells & Cockleshells www.silverbellscockleshells.com
2021 Avenue Rd. • 416.482.9738
Find a large assortment of wreaths and everlasting floral creations at Silverbells & Cockleshells. As well, maintenance free plants and trees for both indoors and outdoors are offered in many styles and sizes. If you have something particular in mind, they’ll create it for you as custom work is their specialty. Unique home décor and distinctive gifts round out, as one customer put it, “the prettiest little store in North Toronto”.
Sport Swap www.sportswap.com
1541 Bayview Avenue • 416.481.7972
This store knows everything about cycling—whether road, mountain, commuting or racing, their friendly staff can guide you in making the right purchase for your needs. Staff can also guide you to their favourite routes: commuting routes, fitness loops through parks, hilly training rides, mountain bike trails in the city and out, road loops of various lengths and difficulties.
Summerhill Nursery & Floral www.summerhillnursery.ca
301 MacPherson Avenue • 416.922.6902
Summerhill Nursery and Floral is a destination garden centre. Located south east of Casa Loma, there’s simply nothing else like it in the GTA. At two and a half acres, Summerhill is huge by comparison to most other garden centres. Summerhill has a full selection of annuals, perennials, exotic tropicals and woody plants. There is an endless selection of accessories for the garden, too. From patio furniture, planters, fountains, and statues—this place has it all. You can spend hours browsing the enormous indoor showroom and outdoor yard. Complimentary parking on east side of the store makes visiting easy.
Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra and Chamber Choir • www.tafelmusik.org
Concerts at Trinity-St. Paul’s Centre | 416.964.6337
Concerts at George Weston Recital Hall | 416.872.1111
Under the inspired direction of Music Director Jeanne Lamon and Choir Director Ivars Taurins, the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra and Chamber Choir have touched millions of people around the world with extensive touring, critically-acclaimed recordings, and community partnerships. The musicians perform over 50 concerts right here in Toronto. Check website for details on upcoming events.
Tzatz www.tzatz.com
2512 1/2 Yonge St. (at Castlefield) • 416.481.0311
1609 Bayview Ave. (at Fleming) • 416.646.1146
In addition to their exclusive lines of “boomer-fit” women’s fashions, this North Toronto boutique offers up one of the best selections of premium pajamas anywhere. And now with two locations, Tzatz has more PJs than ever! Friendly staff will guide you through the many choices: From cozy flannels to cool cottons in sizes XS to XL. New this season: Matching styles for hip kids! Free gift wrapping.
VacSmart
796 Eglinton Avenue East • 416.467.8227
VacSmart is an authorized dealer and service centre for all vacuum makes and models, offering products and services in residential, commercial and central vacuums. They give free estimates on repairs and offer same-day service. The store also features a wide selection of bags, filters, attachments and parts. They are a proud authorized dealer of Canadian-made Canavac and Cyclo Vac central vacuums.
Videoflicks www.myvideoflicks.ca
1701 Avenue Rd. • 416.782.1883
Toronto’s oldest and most acclaimed movie rental store, Videoflicks knows movies. They have more than 20,000 titles on two floors—all of which are listed on their website. Customers enjoy free popcorn (dog treats, too), informative recommendations, and reservation services. Week-long package deals are perfect for family vacations.
Vital Steps www.vitalsteps.com
1701A Avenue Rd. • 416.785.8828
This women’s only fitness facility offers Personal Training, and a variety of fitness classes, including Pilates, Yoga, Fat Burner, Boot Camp, and the hot, new Zumba Aerobics—all in a smaller more intimate environment. They also have fitness classes for 12 to 18 year olds. In addition, they also offer weight management and nutritional counseling. Open Mon–Fri, 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Sat, 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and Sunday by appointment.
Uncle John’s Candy Shack
635 Mt. Pleasant Rd. • 416.789.1133
Find all your favourites from home at Uncle John's Candy Shack, with a great selection of British sweets, treats, and grocery products. They stock items from Marks and Spencer, Cadbury, Nestles, Mars and more... direct from the 'UK'. Find Curly Wurly’s, Galaxy Bars, Iron Brew, Tea Biscuits and Digestives, to name a few. Also find British baked goods, including Scottish Bread, Rolls, Meat Pies, Steak & Kidney Pies, Bridies, and Potato Scones. Retro candies are also stocked, including Trills, Sweetarts, Razzles, Nerds, Pink Elephant Popcorn, Sponge Toffee and more.
Yonge Vision www.yongevision.com
1881 Yonge St. • 416.932.9086
Located at Yonge & Davisville, Yonge Vision works with you to discover your best eyewear looks. Stylish lines carried include eyeglass designers, in addition to well-known fashion designer brands. Owners Isaac Abenhaim and Michelle Axler are opticians. Isaac specializes in fitting RGP (hard contacts), bifocal contacts, and solving contact lens issues. Open Mon–Wed, 9:30 to 6 p.m., Thurs., 9:30 to 8 p.m., Fri., 9:30 to 7 p.m., Sat., 10 to 5 p.m., closed Sunday. Hours change on long weekends.