166 Lakeshore Rd E

History

Built in 1921 for the Bank of Toronto, founded in 1844. The bank closed down in the depression of 1860. In 1902, the Bank of Toronto returned to Oakville and in 1921 moved to the new building at the present location. Before the bank was built, the site was occupied by Colonel Chisholm’s house, William F. Romain’s store and Gullege’s Saddlery store.

The Town of Oakville’s account, reproduced from its heritage register.

Heritage attributes

French Beaux Arts style based on interpretation of numerous classical elements. The polychromatic masonry consisting of cut stone and red brick accentuates the corner quoins, window surrounds and jack lintels with keystone.

The Town of Oakville’s description, reproduced from its heritage register.

What the status means

Both individually designated under Part IV and inside a Part V district.

Whether a specific alteration needs a heritage permit is the Town’s call; ask its heritage planning staff before starting work. See permits and by-laws.

Sources

Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence — Town of Oakville. Licence. Register checked September 24, 2026; the Town’s record is authoritative.