Its former manufacturing facilities on the Toronto Waterfront are today the well known Distillery District.

In 1859 work began on a new distillery complex, the area that today is the Distillery District.

To the west and east other residential and cultural zones have appeared in areas such as Liberty Village and the Distillery District.

The historic Distillery District, located on the eastern edge of downtown has been redeveloped into a pedestrian-oriented arts, culture and entertainment neighbourhood.

In 2001 a major revitalization project began in the Distillery District, and in 2003 it was opened as a pedestrian-only arts and cultural centre.

However, the romantic and historic nature of the building continues, serving as a landmark for the Distillery District and an inspiration for all who see it.

Further to the east is Corktown and the Distillery District.

The Distillery District is an excellent example of successful brown field regeneration.

Thus, the Distillery District generates not only pedestrian traffic, but encourages pedestrians to spend time in its spaces.

Today the Distillery District continues to undergo rapid change.