FINNISH LABOUR TEMPLE

FINNISH LABOUR TEMPLE

Built in 1909-1910, during a period of significant Finnish immigration to Canada, this building reflects the commitment of Finns to collection action and their influential role in Canada's labour movement in the first half of the 20th century. As a haali, it made available a wide range of social services and mutual aid to newcomers, workers, and their families. The labour temple also housed newspaper offices, a library, a cooperative restaurant named Hoito, and an auditorium used for theatrical productions, athletics, and various events, together contributing to the preservation of Finnish cultural traditions in Canada.

Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada and Parks Canada

Sarah J. McCabe

2015-11-13