About the heliconian Hall foundation
Heliconian Hall is a National Historic Site, with a large, impressive plaque located near the building’s front entrance. Given its historic significance and the shared commitment and affection that club members and the wider community hold for the space, it is fitting that an entity should exist to ensure its preservation: hence the Heliconian Hall Foundation.
This plaque was erected in 2011. To read more about our
official National Heritage designation click here.
official National Heritage designation click here.
Efforts to create the Heliconian Hall Foundation began in 1973, and in 1991 it was granted formal charitable status, allowing Foundation donors to receive charitable donation tax receipts.
All funds are used for restoration and improvement of Heliconian Hall. Past projects vary from major repair and upgrading work to maintaining the heritage fabric of an aging building and keeping the Hall up to date with building safety codes required for public usage.
All funds are used for restoration and improvement of Heliconian Hall. Past projects vary from major repair and upgrading work to maintaining the heritage fabric of an aging building and keeping the Hall up to date with building safety codes required for public usage.
Looking Ahead
Ongoing projects continue to both enhance and maintain the atmosphere and historic authenticity of the Hall. For example, the style of the new pendant light fixtures in the Main Hall was specifically chosen to be in keeping with the overall ambience (see photo at right). Another recent project nearing completion is upgrading the main floor to meet new accessibility standards. A washroom was installed in 2022 and a ramp to the French doors on the east side of the building was built in 2021.
In 2024 the Foundation plans to focus on addressing the following elements that have been identified as high priority:
Roof replacement
Repair building base masonry
Chimney capping and flashing
Retrofit shingled gable façade
Repair or replace fascia boards
Batten joint sealant
Replace fireplace damper
Of course, all of these projects will require significant funds. The Foundation is embarking on a major fundraising drive in the near future to assist us with addressing the above issues so please check this webpage regularly for updates and consider donating to our cause.
In 2024 the Foundation plans to focus on addressing the following elements that have been identified as high priority:
Roof replacement
Repair building base masonry
Chimney capping and flashing
Retrofit shingled gable façade
Repair or replace fascia boards
Batten joint sealant
Replace fireplace damper
Of course, all of these projects will require significant funds. The Foundation is embarking on a major fundraising drive in the near future to assist us with addressing the above issues so please check this webpage regularly for updates and consider donating to our cause.
How to donate
To donate to the Foundation, please send a cheque made out to Heliconian Hall Foundation to the Club's address (35 Hazelton Avenue, M5R 2E3) or click the button below to donate online through Canada Helps, a highly reputable organization that assists non-profits such as ours raise essential funds. Anyone who donates online will receive a charitable tax receipt directly from Canada Helps. Those who donate by cheque will receive their receipt by mail from the Foundation.
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FOUNDATION members
Kathleen Lapointe (President)
Jennifer Carroll (Vice-President)
Eve Guinan (Treasurer)
Christine Arthurs (Secretary)
Lior Etziony
Maureen Farrow
Louise Morley
Michael Norton
David Sin
Jennifer Carroll (Vice-President)
Eve Guinan (Treasurer)
Christine Arthurs (Secretary)
Lior Etziony
Maureen Farrow
Louise Morley
Michael Norton
David Sin
How to get involved
The Foundation seeks new members on a regular basis.
To learn more about Heliconian Hall Foundation or for more information on how to join our team contact [email protected].
To learn more about Heliconian Hall Foundation or for more information on how to join our team contact [email protected].
