Saving History Amid New Homes | Canada News

A new development plan for Westboro’s historic Sisters of the Visitation convent is sparking heated debate—turning a beloved landmark into townhouses and apartments, with only the 1864 farmhouse, “The Elms,” spared. While locals applaud the developer’s reliability and the avoidance of a towering skyscraper, many grieve the loss of the convent’s stone structure and cherished features like the Nuns’ Walk. Community advocates push for saving more, including the chapel, and hope to repurpose salvaged elements into art or green spaces. The farmhouse may even host a public café or offices. Developers admit financial hurdles with neglected buildings, but the community remains hopeful—fighting for history without sacrificing housing. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/53f69a71acbadcbe