City reacquires 150 Front Street South, Orillia

For immediate release (July 14, 2025) – On July 11, 2025, the City of Orillia reacquired 150 Front Street South. The property is designated as being of cultural heritage and interest. The property was reacquired through the exercise of an option to purchase, which the City reserved on the sale of the property in 2019. 

“Reacquiring 150 Front Street South is an important step in preserving Orillia’s heritage and ensuring that this landmark remains part of our community’s story,” said Mayor Don McIsaac. “This building has stood for more than a century and holds a deep connection to our city’s railway and civic history. We’re proud to bring it back into public hands and look forward to exploring its future potential.”

The property was built in 1917 by the Grand Trunk Railway. It is a community landmark and contains the only unmodified railway station in Orillia. 

After rail passenger service to the property was discontinued, it served as a site for government services and was a previous home of the Orillia District Chamber of Commerce. 

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Contact Information

Dan Kirby 
Clerk - Director of Council Services - Assistant City Solicitor
705-418-3203 
dkirby@orillia.ca

Keltie Town
Manager of Marketing
705-325-2009
ktown@orillia.ca

Photo Cutline: 150 Front Street South