World Class Retail

The Historic ❤️ of Toronto

World class street front retail on iconic Yonge Street, where the world comes to celebrate, shop and be entertained.

The Thornton – Smith building has been the heart of Toronto for over 100 years.

Traditionally, over 7 million pedestrians walk by the store front annually.

Across from Toronto Metropolitan University’s new Student Learning Centre, which hosts over 45,000 students from around the world each year.

International retail on the main floor, Toronto landmark Thai restaurant on second floor, and “world class” event venue on top floor.

Retail Experience

Experience the Energy

The Place to Celebrate

The Place to Be Entertained

The Place to Experience

Experience the
History of Yonge Street

The Thornton – Smith building was designed in 1921 by internationally renowned architect, John M. Lyle, for the acclaimed British interior design and furniture company – The Thornton – Smith Company. Having witnessed a century of transformation, the Thornton – Smith building is Toronto’s most vibrant retail and entertainment heritage building on Yonge Street.

Experience the Magic of Historic Toronto

The Aperture Room on the third floor of the prestigious Thornton – Smith building is a “hidden gem in the heart of the city”, offering a beautiful historical ambiance for curating intimate events for 60 to 180 guests. An authentic Toronto experience with all of the amenities to host “world class” receptions, networking events, fundraisers and seated dinners to celebrate and build memroable and lasting relationships.

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    J. Ken Rutherford

    The Thornton – Smith Building

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