Adam Beck Memorial, Bronze monument at University Avenue, Toronto, Canada
The Adam Beck Memorial is a bronze statue on University Avenue in Toronto depicting the founder of the Hydro-Electric Power Commission. The figure stands 3.7 meters tall on white granite blocks, showing a man with clenched fists and an open coat.
The memorial was created through a 1929 design competition won by sculptor Emanuel Hahn. It was officially unveiled by Mayor William James Stewart in 1934.
The memorial honors Adam Beck's role in creating Ontario's public power system for everyday people. Positioned along a major downtown avenue, it reflects how this historical achievement remains woven into the city's identity.
The memorial is located in the landscaped median of University Avenue south of Queen Street West and is easy to reach on foot. The position along a busy street makes it convenient to stop by for a quick visit.
The base of the memorial has a sloped design that channels rainwater into a basin. This detail directly connects the waterways that power Ontario's electricity to the monument itself.
Location: Ontario
Location: Toronto
Inception: 1934
Creator: Emanuel Hahn
GPS coordinates: 43.65050,-79.38640
Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:27
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