Eventually, the factories moved farther out of the city, and the factory departure has greatly changed the area. The neighbourhood gentrified rapidly between 2000 and 2010, to eventually become one of TorontoŐs hippest places to dine, drink, shop and live.
Although the area has changed significantly since the turn of the century, Leslieville still feels very much like a small village. ItŐs beautiful architecture, antique stores, and tree lined streets seem a world away from downtown Toronto next door.