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The War Memorial Library is situated on the top floor of the school. The doorway was designed by Danforth’s Architectural Drafting teacher, Mr. John I. Rempel. It was officially dedicated and unveiled by His Excellency Viscount Alexander of Tunis on Sunday, May 30, 1948. The Prayer of Dedication was given by H/Major The Reverend John W. Foote, V.C. 

240 students and one teacher were killed while serving in the Second World War. Further research over the years indicated there were another 21 names which should have been included. Opened as Riverdale Technical School in 1923, the school’s name was changed to Danforth Technical School in 1932. It has the greatest number of students, graduates, teachers and other staff to have volunteered for military service or the Merchant Navy in the Second World War of any school in the British Commonwealth.

The Active Service Panels are situated outside the entrance to the War Memorial Library and contain the names of 2,231 students, teachers and other staff who enlisted for active duty during the Second World War. 

The War Memorial Windows consists of six stained glass windows that pay tribute to the teachers, students and ex-students who served in the Second World War. 

The Second World War Plaques lists the names of 241 former Danforth students and staff who died or were killed while on active service. 

The George Stephen Memorial is located in the hallway to the War Memorial Library.

The Danforth Collegiate and Technical Institute War Memorial Windows consists of six stained glass windows that pay tribute to the teachers, students and ex-students who served in the Second World War. It was unveiled and dedicated on May 30, 1948, by His Excellency, Field Marshall, the Viscount Alexander of Tunis, K. G., Governor-General of Canada. There were some 1,200 people in the audience.

The windows were designed by Danforth Art Teacher, Mr. Cyril J. Travers.  Another Danforth teacher, Mr. Roy Foley, provided the interpretation of the symbolism of the War Memorial Windows. The windows are located in the War Memorial Library.

The Wise Administrator, upper panel of the first window - An Egyptian scene from ancient biblical times, the victims of depression and famine buying from providentially stored stocks of food supplies.

Freedom from Want, lower panel of the first window - About the emblems of agriculture and cornucopia—the symbol of plenty—are shown a man busy ploughing and the laden ship, symbols of industry, productive employment, and international trade.

The Eternal Struggle, upper panel of the second window - The heroic figure represents Christian, triumphantly vanquishing Apollyon, the evil one. The raised sword symbolizes man's victory over age-old fear and evils which have beset him since the dawn of time.

Freedom from Fear, lower panel of the second window - The figure in the window represents mans as travelling along obscure, uncertain, and even dangerous paths. Immediately before his feet is broken ground, suggestive of dangerous and treacherous footing. The lamp and the staff are emblematic of dependence on divine light and guidance. Above and behind the traveler are two guardian angels, one of whom is carrying a "starry light", which itself gives objective to the window's inscription.

The Canadian Coat of Arms, upper panel of the third window - The Coat of Arms of Canada, in full colour, complete with royal helmet, the crest and mantling. The crest is a lion holding in its paw a red maple leaf, which during the First World War became the symbol of sacrifice. Upon the quartered shield, in the upper right, is a red shield with three golden lions—the original arms of England. In the upper left, is a golden shield with a red lion enclosed in a border of two thin lines—the arms of Scotland. In the lower right, is the golden harp, the arms of Ireland. In the lower left are the three golden fleurs-de-lis.

The sprig of three maple leaves on a silver field are in the lower third of the shield. The draping of the helmet has deeply indented edges, suggestive of the slashings that this covering might be subjected to in battle. Supporting the crest, helmet, and shield is a lion on the right and the unicorn of the Royal Arms on the left. The lion rampant upholds a silver lance from which flies the Union Jack. The unicorn with chain and coronet upholds a lance from which flies a banner bearing the fleur-de-lis. Below the shield upon a wreath composed of roses, thistles, shamrocks and lilies is a scroll inscribed in Latin which translates to "from sea to sea".

The Student as a Mature Citizen, lower panel of the third window - The figure of a student, freshly graduated from university, and symbols: academic robes and scroll, T-square, wheel, book, model home, balances, retort and palette.

The Coat of Arms of the School, upper panel of the fourth window - The crest is the lamp of learning or of truth. The shield in the Coat of Arms depicts the symbols of several departments of the school: open book, palette, scissors and rolling pin, geared wheels and the retort. The maple leaves above the shield are suggestive of a loyalty to Canada.

The Student as a the Soldier in Arms, lower panel of the fourth window - The figure is a student representing the soldier in arms, in righteous anger, ready and alert to defend freedoms. He is clad in shining armour, the symbol of those spiritual convictions which motivate his actions. With him are two comrades-in-arms, equally determined and forthright. The torch, interpreted as the symbol of some high purpose, lofty ideal, or truth. At the feet of the soldiers are flowers of the youth; the stars are symbols of lofty aspirations. Upon the shield is the maple leaf, which provides incentive to loyal service.

The Signing of the Magna Carta, upper panel of the fifth window - The scene at Runnymede on the 17th of June 1215 when King John set the royal seal to the Great Charter. Fitzwalter with his shield of two red chevrons is spokesman for those seeking redress.

Freedom of Speech, lower panel of the fifth window - A citizen "speaking his thoughts", listened to by those who are critical of his views, yet there is evidence of respect for those views.

God the Creator, upper panel of the sixth window - This Supreme Being is shown as surrounded by the "six days of creation".

Freedom of Religion, lower panel of the sixth window - Three male figures: the man of Christian faith, holding his open Bible and looking upward to the God of his faith in reverent worship; on his right, an Arab holding a copy of the Koran and in an attitude of worship to his "Supreme Being"; on his left an East Indian in an attitude of worship.

240 students and one teacher were killed while serving in the Second World War. Further research over the years indicated there were another 21 names which should have been included. Opened as Riverdale Technical School in 1923, the school’s name was changed to Danforth Technical School in 1932. It has the greatest number of students, graduates, teachers and other staff to have volunteered for military service or the Merchant Navy in the Second World War of any school in the British Commonwealth.

In 1945, the Beaches Businessmen's Association offered to donate a memorial fountain in remembrance of the citizens of Toronto who gave their lives in the two world wars, which was erected in 1946 at the entrance to Kew Gardens.

Originally, it was inscribed with only the dates of the First and Second World Wars. Later the dates of the Korean War were added. The dates for Canada’s mission in Afghanistan and the South African War were inscribed on October 27, 2020, by Sanderson Monuments. Residents Paul Szabunio, a Canadian army Veteran and Peter MacKay, former Minister of Defence, approached Beach historian Gene Domagala and Beaches-East York Councilor Brad Bradford to have these dates added.

The City’s Golden Book of Remembrance pays tribute to those who perished in the Second World War. These books contain the names of service people from Toronto who paid the ultimate sacrifice. The book was officially dedicated by the City on December 28, 1947 and contains the names of more than 3,400 servicemen and servicewomen from Toronto who gave their lives between 1939 and 1945. The book is normally housed at the City of Toronto Archives.

WWI Bronze plaque: In proud and honored memory of the men of / this school section who died for their country / 1914-1918. Two columns; four names in each column. Below the names: This tablet was erected by the trustees / of School Section 32, York Township.

WWII Illuminated list designed by A.J. Casson. “For King and Country / Members of / Humbercrest Public School / who have volunteered for active service / with Canada’s fighting forces.” Six columns. Surnames followed by given names. No key. List does not specify which war, but the presence of a separate WWI memorial, women’s names, and the use of an A.J. Casson document indicate World War II.

The whole school is a memorial to the York citizens who died in the Great War. Built of Don Valley brick and smooth faded stone. The towers on either side of the main entrance have a military appearance. The terraced steps lead to a broad landing, followed by 11 steps symbolizing the 11th hour; the 11th day; the11th month when peace was declared after World War I. Four solid oak and plate-glass entrance doors. The school name is carved in script over the main entrance. Other carved symbols include torches of remembrance, shields of honour, grapes, acorns, oak leaves, pine cones, and ferns. There are four World War II memorials to the dead in the main hall: two oak panels of names; two framed sets of individual photos. There is also a memorial to a student who died while still attending the school, and a photo and copy of the citation of a former York Memorial student awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. Names of the dead are read at Remembrance Day services. Inside the auditorium are stained-glass windows, including one of the World War I battle of Ypres; the other of the death of Wolfe in the Battle of the Plains of Abraham, 1759. The inscription reads “For God and country.”

A stained glass window honouring Howard Park United Church parishioners who gave their lives in both World Wars was donated by the War Memorial Committee and unveiled on November 6, 1960. The window was manufactured by Robert McCausland Stained Glass Co. Limited.

The theme of the window is The Resurrection, the triumph of life over death, truth over falsehood, love over hate. In the center is the Risen Christ standing in front of the tomb, symbolized by the mound of rocks in the background. On either side are Roman soldiers in dismay as they behold Christ. On the outside panels are Torches of Peace as found on the Canadian National Vimy Memorial. The names of those who made the supreme sacrifice in the war are inscribed under the torches. Above and on either side are garlands of maple leaves with the inscription in between - "I am the Resurrection and the Life".

At the top of the window, the two Greek letters X P, signify Christ. Next is the burning bush, which is the emblem of the former Presbyterian Church. The descending dove is the emblem of the Methodist Church, signifying the Holy Spirit. The open Bible is the symbol used by the Congregational Church. The Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, signify God. The I.H.S. stands for the Latin words "Iesus Hormonorum Salvitor" which translates to Jesus the Saviour of Men.  

At the bottom on the outside panels are the symbols of Valour and Justice. In between, from left to right, are the crests of the Navy, Army, Airforce and Medical Service Corps.

In 1910, the Howard Park Methodist Church moved to a new, partially finished building located at the corner of Sunnyside Avenue and Marmaduke Avenue. In 1925, the church became Howard Park United Church. The congregation remained at this location until 1969, at which time Howard Park united with Emmanuel United Church to form Emmanuel-Howard Park United Church in the Emmanuel building at 240 Roncesvalles Avenue.

The War Memorial Window at Sunnyside Avenue and Marmaduke Avenue was moved to the new building in 1970 by Robert McCausland Limited, Toronto. Panes from the one large stained glass window were made into three smaller windows. In January 2016, the church was renamed Roncesvalles United Church. 

A memorial wall of headstones to commemorate soldiers, their wives and children.

The Great War memorial window at St. Barnabas, Chester Anglican Church was created by Toronto's Luxfer studio. It was dedicated to parishioner Sapper James McWatters, Canadian Engineers who was the son of Sarah Jane Gordon McWatters and William McWatters. The window depicts a Great War Canadian soldier.

J. Lisney Banks (Canadian 1850-1934) sculpted the Canadian Corps Memorial of bronze and granite for the Canadian Corps Association. The sculpture was erected at 201 Niagara St, in front of the Canadian Corps legion hall in the Bathurst and King St. West neighbourhood.