Ever wondered about the imposing grey giant at One Yonge Street? It’s more than just an office building. One Yonge Street stands tall a testament to Toronto’s history and evolving skyline. For decades it served as the headquarters of Torstar and its flagship newspaper the Toronto Star. From 1971 to 2022 journalists editors and printers worked within its walls shaping public opinion. Imagine the clatter of printing presses until 1992 when the Star moved its printing to Vaughan. The building’s 25 floors housed not just the Star but various other businesses. Pinnacle International the Liquor Control Board of Ontario and even College Boréal have called it home.
One Yonge Street’s story is one of transition. The Toronto Star once occupied several floors under a long-term lease. They even sold the building itself in 2000 for a remarkable $40 million. The newspaper stayed however continuing its operations from within. But times change. In 2022 the Toronto Star made a significant move. They relocated to The Well a modern office complex. This left One Yonge Street ready for a new chapter.
The parking lot and podium are part of a massive redevelopment project. Pinnacle One Yonge is the name. This ambitious undertaking envisions five skyscrapers. The tallest would be a staggering 95 storeys. It would become Canada’s tallest building reaching 307 meters. The project includes residential towers promising 2962 condo units. There will also be substantial commercial space. One Yonge Street’s legacy is not merely bricks and mortar. It’s a chronicle of Toronto’s media evolution its economic shifts and its bold architectural aspirations. As we stand here today One Yonge Street is evolving once again. It will change the Toronto skyline forever.
One Yonge Street has witnessed the city’s growth its triumphs its challenges. Its future holds the potential to redefine the very heart of Toronto. Step into this building. Feel the weight of history and anticipate its transformation. It’s a story unfolding before our eyes. A story of Toronto itself.