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Founding of the Bank of Toronto

When: 1855
Where: Toronto
Part of: Bank of Toronto incorporated in Canada

The Bank of Toronto was founded in 1855 by grain dealers and flour millers, establishing a new financial institution in Canada.

The Bank of Toronto was established in 1855 by a group of grain dealers and flour millers. This founding marked the beginning of the bank's operations in Toronto, setting the stage for its future development and expansion.

Sources

Bank of Toronto Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-16

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