Every Sunday from July 5th – September 6th the Mount Pleasant Cemetery is hosting a FREE classical concert series. Concerts will take place from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM rain or shine under a tent east off the Mount Pleasant entrance . The concerts feature students from The Royal Conservatory performing in string quartets, brass quartets, and woodwind groups.

The Mount Pleasant Cemetery is one of the most beautiful spots in the city with 205 acres of greenery, large flower gardens, and a tree collection that is considered one of North America’s finest arboretums. It is also one of Canada’s most historic cemeteries and the final home of many famous Canadians including former Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King, Canada’s first female surgeon Jennie Smillie-Robinson, and pianist Glenn Gould. You may not be aware but the Mount Pleasant cemetery has an impressive collection of artwork in the form of sculptures and other memorials created by artists. Long a favourite for walkers and joggers, the Mount Pleasant Cemetery is open from 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM from April to September for early risers to get their exercise in before heading out to work. It’s nice to see that they are making the space available for Torontonians to enjoy.

The Mount Pleasant Cemetery is located at 375 Mount Pleasant Road. If you are taking public transit take the subway to the St. Clair Station and then take the # 74 Mount Pleasant bus. For more information call 416-822-2288