Grimsby Fruit Growers Canning plant

Name/Title

Grimsby Fruit Growers Canning plant

Description

The Grimsby Fruit Growers plant was located on Livingston Avenue and packed local fruits, both frozen and fresh. It was the second oldest plant in Grimsby and was originally owned by Mr. Bell. It was sold to Canadian Canners Limited in 1923. In 1949, the plant featured in a tv show that talked about the Niagara Pear Industries. A new warehouse was built in 1955. Grimsby Plaza Limited bought the property and erected a shopping mall in 1960.

Collection

GHS

Category

Postcards

Location

* Untyped Location

Digital Photo Library