As someone who had the pleasure of visiting the Soap Factory while it was owned by First Gulf, I am of the opinion that, at the least, that building should unequivocally be retained. It will anchor the community and give it both uniqueness and historical relevance. Between the grand column structures on the ground floor, and throughout the building, as well as the rooftop patio space with amazing views of Toronto, I believe that a final vision similar to that of KPMB’s architectural rendering which proposed retaining the building in situ, with additional storeys floating above in shifted volumes, is an absolute must. We'll be kicking ourselves decades from now if we let this thing see a wrecking ball.

Someone who lives close by