The CF Toronto Eaton Centre might be the place where you now shop for holiday gifts, back-to-school sales, and vacation outfits, but what many people don't know is the complex history behind its construction. Before it became Canada's busiest mall, the Eaton Centre was actually the focus of contentious public debates, major architectural innovation and a dramatic transformation of downtown Toronto's streetscape in the 1970s. During construction, numerous streets were either eliminated or altered, including Terauley Street, Louisa Street, Albert Lane, and Downey's Lane, which disappeared entirely. Since the shopping centre opened its doors, it has witnessed multiple renovations and revitalization plans in an effort to modernize it. Today, the CF Toronto Eaton Centre boasts over 200 stores and welcomes millions of visitors from all around the globe.