The transition from Leslie Saunders to Nathan Phillips marked a pivotal moment in Toronto politics, with Phillips, the “mayor of all the people,” succeeding the outspoken Orangeman Saunders. Narrated by John Lorinc, this story delves into Toronto’s significant 1954 mayoral election. This clip is from our Toronto Stories Live event, highlighting overlooked and forgotten stories from the city’s history.
SPECIAL THANKS/CREDITS
Jamie Bradburn
Doug Saunders
David Crombie
City of Toronto Archives