On September 29, 2025, the Ontario Historical Society presented a talk by the editors of a new book, “Behind the...
September 30, 2025September 30, 2025
June 19, 2025June 19, 2025
2025 OHS Awards Program Now Accepting Nominations
The Society is pleased to announce that the 2025 Awards Program is now accepting nominations. With awards for individuals, authors,...
February 11, 2025February 12, 2025
Past President Dr. Michel S. Beaulieu Recognized with Ontario Historical Society’s Highest Honour: Cruikshank Gold Medal
The Ontario Historical Society’s Cruikshank Medal honours an individual who has performed with distinction on behalf of the Ontario Historical Society (OHS). This year, the Society is pleased to present this award to Dr. Michel S. Beaulieu of Thunder Bay.
October 29, 2024October 29, 2024
Dr. Cynthia Comacchio Appointed New Editor of Ontario History Journal
The Ontario Historical Society is pleased to welcome Dr. Cynthia Comacchio as the new editor of Ontario History journal.
December 1, 2023February 27, 2024
OHS Remembers Dorothy Duncan (1927-2023)
The Ontario Historical Society celebrates the life and accomplishments of Dorothy Duncan, OOnt, Former Executive Director of the OHS and...
February 7, 2023December 18, 2023
New OHS Podcast: Dr. Donald B. Smith’s “In Hindsight: Half a Century of Research Discoveries in Canadian History”
A new year brings a much anticipated new venture, and a landmark for The Ontario Historical Society (OHS). The OHS is...
January 23, 2023January 4, 2024
OHS Announces New Executive Director – Daniel Dishaw
On behalf of the Ontario Historical Society Board of Directors, it is my pleasure to announce that, after an open...
January 16, 2023January 16, 2023
OHS Remembers David C. Onley, Former Lieutenant Governor of Ontario (1950-2023)
The Ontario Historical Society deeply mourns the passing of David C. Onley, former Lieutenant Governor of Ontario and honorary patron...
November 24, 2022November 24, 2022
2022 OHS Keynote: Steve Paikin – John Turner: An Intimate Biography of Canada’s 17th Prime Minister
The Society’s 134th Annual General Meeting was a great success, with members joining from across the province. After the business...
November 17, 2022November 17, 2022
OHS Announces New President: Kristin Ives
The Ontario Historical Society (OHS) is pleased to announce that Kristin Ives of Leamington was elected as the new President...
November 2, 2022November 2, 2022
OHS Honours and Awards Program Now Accepting Nominations
The Society is pleased to announce that the 2022-23 Honours and Awards Program is now accepting nominations. With awards for individuals,...
October 11, 2022November 2, 2022
OHS Seeking New Executive Director
The Ontario Historical Society is seeking a new Executive Director, a unique and exciting opportunity to work with the diverse...
December 21, 2021December 22, 2021
Ontario History Journal Article Wins CHA Indigenous History Award
Congratulations to Dr. Victor P. Lytwyn and Dr. Dean M. Jacobs! Their article “Naagan ge bezhig emkwaan: A Dish with...
December 9, 2021December 9, 2021
Ontario Women’s History Network Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Documentary Video
By: Rose Fine-Meyer, Secretary, Ontario Women’s History Network Over the last 30+ years, the Ontario Women’s History Network (OWHN/RHFO) has...
October 15, 2021October 15, 2021
A Tribute to Jane Beecroft (1932-2021)
Photo: Jane Beecroft, Community History Project (CHP), is seen here with her cousin Doug Beecroft, Legislative Counsel, Government of Ontario...
October 7, 2021October 7, 2021
2021 OHS Keynote Address – Dr. Robin Nelson: “The Democratization of Culture”
The Society’s 133rd Annual General Meeting was a great success, with members joining from across the province. After the business...
February 19, 2021February 19, 2021
OHS Wins Lieutenant Governor’s Ontario Heritage Award for Excellence in Conservation
Prestigious Provincial Heritage Award Presented to the OHS for “Digitization and Sharing of Ontario History Journal Archive” The Ontario Historical...
December 22, 2020December 22, 2020
OHS Launches Updated Ontario Heritage Directory & Map
The OHS is proud to announce the launch of our updated Ontario Heritage Directory & Map. This 2020 digital initiative...
December 11, 2020December 11, 2020
2020 Honours & Awards Nominations Now Open!
The OHS Honours & Awards Program is now accepting nominations for 2020. Follow the link below to the nominations page,...
December 11, 2020December 11, 2020
Congratulations, 2019 OHS Honours & Awards Winners!
2019 Honours & Awards Recipients President’s Award: Friends of Grain Elevators Indigenous History Award: Lake of the Woods Museum...
November 20, 2020November 20, 2020
A Tribute to Gabriele Pietro “Gabe” Scardellato (1951-2020)
The OHS remembers Gabe Scardellato, January 3, 1951 – August 8, 2020 Our country has lost a distinguished scholar and...
September 16, 2020September 16, 2020
Archives of Ontario Launches New Online Exhibit: The James Bay Treaty (Treaty No. 9)
This image shows the written document of the James Bay Treaty (Treaty No. 9), a photo of Chief Michel Batise...
September 2, 2020September 2, 2020
Barry Penhale’s Ontario: Guardians of Our Forest Heritage
Above Photo: This red oak in Toronto is over 250 years old and truly a sight to behold—a treasure of...