On Saturday, the Eglinton West neighbourhood got a new 1,200 square foot mural that throws a spotlight on Toronto'srich historywith reggae music and culture.

Last year, Ward 15 Councillor Josh Colle helpedrename the oft-overlooked roadway, at Eglinton and Oakwoods, Reggae Lane. Together with the public arts organizationThe STEPS Initiative一个dThe Laneway Project, Toronto-based artistAdrian Hayles一个d a group of young painters created a massive outdoor mural to makeover the space.

To celebrate the new initiative, numerous reggae musicians, includingJay Douglas, performed. Accordingly, Douglas played an original song called Reggae Lane.

Along with the music, the event included food, such as mini patties, as well as cake cutting ceremony.

Heritage Toronto gave the laneway a historic plaque to commemorate Toronto's history as a reggae hotspot. Beyond the mural, the laneway is also undergoing a revitalization project that's funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

For now though, Toronto residents can enjoy the mural that pays homage to a distinct part of this city's culture.

Photos by Hector Vasquez.