Celebrating Canadian jazz legend Oscar Peterson, born on this day in 1925. Considered one of the greatest jazz pianists of all time, Peterson began his professional career as a teenager in Montreal and went on to release over 200 recordings and win eight Grammy Awards. Parks, schools, and theatres have been named after him, including Oscar Peterson Place on Wellington Street West. 1. Oscar Peterson at Boys Club, 556 Bathurst Street, 1946. Globe & Mail Fonds 1266, Item 102548. 2. Oscar Peterson, re-naming project, Oscar Peterson Place, TD Centre courtyard, 66 Wellington Street West. Jose San Juan, 2004. Fonds 219, Series 2311, File 1827, Item 64. #TOHistory #TorontoArchives #OscarPeterson #Jazz