As an important part of the school’s legacy, North Toronto C.I. is fortunate to have a large collection of trophies, plaques and awards. Many of these artifacts, recognizing the varied achievements of NT students, are found in the school’s Archives Room. In a recent visit to NT, Nancy Baines, the Foundation’s archivist and a member of NT’s staff from 1969 to 2000, identified some of the significant trophies in the collection:

• Ostrander Trophy for Proficiency and Leadership in Athletics (girls) – awarded from 1939 to 75;
• J.M. Greene Music Company Trophy for Citizenship, Scholarship and Music –awarded from 1947 to 1978;
• The Sifton Trophy for School Citizenship – awarded from 1939 to the present;
• The Kerr Trophy for Student Leadership – awarded from 1928 to the present 2018 (awarded for 90 years!).

She also pointed out some of the lesser known trophies in the collection:

• Hill, Ford and Kaethler Trophy for Leadership and Co-operation in Grade 11 and 12 Music – awarded circa 1967
• The North Toronto Trophy for Junior Oratory  – awarded from 1957 to 1962.
• NTCI Juvenile Sports Champion Trophy – awarded from 1957 to 1978;
• The Seaforth Cup Interscholastic Sports Competition – awarded in 1958;
• TS Harbord Invitational Jr. Basketball Tournament – awarded from1960 to 1996.

There are many fascinating stories behind these awards and of the students who were honoured to receive them. Throughout this year watch for articles featuring a closer look at NT’s trophies and their recipients.