Inside the Mackenzie House in Toronto, there’s a historic ghost story. A perfect example on why it’s considered the most haunted house in the city. This is an experience with the ‘Long-Faced Woman’.
by Ghost Guide Daniel
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Mackenzie House in Toronto
The Mackenzie House in Toronto is considered one of the most haunted structures in all of Canada. With a dark and tragic history, all surrounding a rebel.
Who is William Lyon Mackenzie
William Lyon Mackenzie tried to overthrow the British leaders in the then colony of Canada. Just 23 years after the War (of 1812) with the Americans ended. A dissident known for his strong opinions.
Mackenzie rose to become the first Mayor of the newly renamed Toronto. Gained support and followers.
Fun note … it was these followers who purchased the Townhouse on 82 Bond Street in Toronto. Then gifting it over to Mackenzie and his family.
And maybe it was these same vocal supporters who talked him into rebellion! Leading to the Rebellion of 1837, and the reason we still talk about Mackenzie today.
Mr. & Mrs. Edmund Arrived
In the 1950’s, a caretaker couple moved into the historic Mackenzie House in Toronto. Their experiences sealed it as one of the most haunted places in all of Canada.
Even though they aren’t the only ones to have ghostly experiences. The Edmund’s kicked it off during a time when Spiritualism was a great story.
Led some to believe this was just promotion or propaganda.
Not me! I’m a believer. In the many spirits of the Mackenzie House, including, the long-faced woman.
The Long-Faced Woman
While sleeping in the bedroom, Mrs. Edmunds woke to a creak from behind the headboard. It was late at night, her eyes adjusting to the darkness as something formed above her.
She saw a long-faced woman staring down at her.
The woman was on the backside of the headboard. There was no room. It was impossible. Her face twisted up into a horrible smile. Mrs. Edmunds screamed.
She vanished as Mr. Edmunds then woke up. Calming his wife.
The Long-Faced Woman was seen multiple times when the Edmunds lived inside the house. Including once by their Grandkids, when visiting for a sleepover.
Sadly, we don’t know the identity of this woman.
Mackenzie had 6 daughters with his wife, Isabel. One being the mother of Canada’s longest-serving Prime Minister. The keenly named, William Lyon Mackenzie King. But I doubt very much it’s her.