This year, the Town of York Historical Society’s Annual Fundraiser will take place on a new date, May 1, 2025, to celebrate the City of Toronto’s 191st Birthday, ahead of Museum month. After its colonial establishment in 1793, the Town of York was incorporated on March 6, 1834 as the City of Toronto marking its beginnings as a booming metropolis. The date isn’t the only thing changing this year. Traditionally, our fundraiser has taken place at St. Lawrence Hall but due to construction setbacks, our event will now be hosted at Campbell House Museum. Due to the smaller venue capacity, we will be offering two different ticket types, an in-person and virtual option, to allow for all guests to participate. Virtual guests will have access to the keynote speaker’s presentation and the silent auction.

The Society will mark this anniversary by diving into the captivating history of beer and the temperance movement in the Town of York and the City of Toronto, emphasizing the changes that both sides brought to the City. The Town of York Historical Society is happy to announce our special guest and keynote speaker, beer expert and author, Jordan St. John, who will provide an insightful presentation on this relevant theme.  Following the success of our 2024 fundraiser, the Society is excited to welcome our members and guests to Campbell House Museum to celebrate this intriguing topic. We also welcome the return of the Old Town Silent Auction, featuring donated items and experiences from neighbourhood businesses, which will take place virtually this year, and local craft brewers who will be on-site for the event.

More information on registration and ticket sales regarding Toronto’s 191st Birthday is available at AnnualFundraiserBannedandBrewed.eventbrite.ca or email info@tos1stpo.com for assistance. If you wish to join in person please do not delay as these tickets will be strictly limited and are first come first serve. We can’t wait to have you join us for this special celebration!