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SUMMARY:National Trust for Canada (Virtual): Webinar: Identifying Sponsorship Opportunities for your Historic Site (Fundraising Webinar Bundle Part 3)
DESCRIPTION:FREE \nThere is a big difference between corporate sponsor solicitation and donor solicitation. And\, when you are new to fundraising\, it can be daunting to wade into the competitive sponsorship environment. Webinar leaders\, Kirstin Evenden and Emily Boulet provide tips on what sponsors are looking for\, how to best approach them and how to gain a competitive edge.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/national-trust-for-canada-virtual-webinar-identifying-sponsorship-opportunities-for-your-historic-site-fundraising-webinar-bundle-part-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230122T130000
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SUMMARY:Culinary Historians of Canada (Virtual): A Certain Fascinating History of Saffron\, the World's Most Expensive Spice
DESCRIPTION:Food history writer Sam Bilton explores the history of saffron in England — and how it came to Canada\, as well! \nSaffron has allured us with its golden hues throughout time. It was the darling of the medieval kitchen\, the saviour of the apothecary’s chest and was used to give cloth a regal glow. Unlike many spices\, such as cinnamon\, nutmeg and cloves\, saffron could be successfully grown in England. From the Middle Ages to the eighteenth century there was a thriving saffron industry in there. Some people even claimed English saffron was the best to be found in the world. But as tastes changed from the medieval to the modern\, saffron in English and Anglo-Saxon kitchens fell out of favour. Given its lavish reputation as the most expensive spice in the world it is not surprising that many people who cook in Western European style no longer have it in their spice cupboard. \nSam Bilton aims to change that. She will talk about how a few saffron fronds can make your repast a thing of great beauty and wonder to your dinner guests. And how we modern cooks can enjoy a taste of the Middle Ages with just a pinch of spice. \n‘Food writer Sam Bilton is researching historic saffron recipes and has found cream-and-egg custards\, crispy pastry-based pea tartlets\, and venison stew topped with herby saffron dumplings.’ Sue Bailey\, The Lady
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/culinary-historians-of-canada-virtual-a-certain-fascinating-history-of-saffron-the-worlds-most-expensive-spice/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Culinary Historians of Canada":MAILTO:info@culinaryhistorians.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230124T190000
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SUMMARY:The Beach & East Toronto Historical Society Presents (Virtual): Richard White\, "History in the Everyday Landscape"
DESCRIPTION:Local historian and author Richard White has written fascinating stories about a number of little known historical locations in the Beach. He will be presenting an outline of these “Everyday Landscapes” in an online illustrated talk. \nPlease visit the TBETHS website for the Zoom link\, which will be posted before the presentation: http://tbeths.com/events.asp.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/the-beach-east-toronto-historical-society-presents-virtual-richard-white-history-in-the-everyday-landscape/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230124T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230124T213000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Thunder Bay Museum (In-Person and Virtual): Dr. Peter Raffo - Naming the New City at the Lakehead
DESCRIPTION:The Free Public Lecture by Dr. Peter Raffo titled ‘Naming the New City at the Lakehead’ scheduled for 24 January has\, unfortunately\, been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances and will be rescheduled for a future date and time. Please keep an eye out for email announcements of a new date.\nThank you for your understanding. \n\nThis will be a in-person event that is free to view.  Please note that the lecture will be following the Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society’s Annual General Meeting which runs from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.  The lecture will be broadcast live via ZOOM for those who cannot attend in-person and recorded and posted to the Museum’s YouTube at a later date. \nCLICK HERE TO VIEW THE WEBINAR\n  \nDescription: \nHow did Thunder Bay get its name? Why were two almost identical names placed on the ballot when citizens were asked to make their choice from three options in the 1969 plebiscite?  Was the result contrived by local and provincial politicians who wanted a clean break with the past? Or was it a genuine expression of the electors’ will? \nDr. Raffo seeks answers and discovers some interesting new evidence. \nSpeaker Bio: \nSince 1970\, Peter has maintained a continuing interest in the amalgamation of the Twin Cities. He has published several articles in Papers and Records on the history and consequences of this seminal event in the life of Thunder Bay.  In 1995 he oversaw the creation of an Oral History of Amalgamation\, which included interviews with politicians\, city administrators and staff who had been involved in the process.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/thunder-bay-museum-in-person-and-virtual-dr-peter-raffo-naming-the-new-city-at-the-lakehead/
LOCATION:Thunder Bay Museum\, 425 Donald St E.\, Thunder Bay\, Ontario\, P7E 5V1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Thunder Bay Museum":MAILTO:info@thunderbaymuseum.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230125T120000
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SUMMARY:Canadian Association of Learned Journals (CALJ) Webinar: OJS: Key Features and Tips for Journal Publishing
DESCRIPTION:Learn how Open Journal Systems (OJS) can benefit you and your journal\, as well as tips and tricks on effective use. \nOur amazing presenters will be Kate Shuttleworth (Digital Publishing Librarian\, SFU) and Emma Uhl (Publication Support Specialist\, PKP) \nRegister through EventBrite to attend this webinar via Zoom.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/canadian-association-of-learned-journals-calj-webinar-ojs/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Association of Learned Journals (CALJ)":MAILTO:administrator@calj-acrs.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230125T190000
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CREATED:20230111T202620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T202620Z
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SUMMARY:Woodland Cultural Centre (Virtual): Teióia’ks iakwateró:roks (We Watch Movies): Innu Nikamu: Sing and Resist
DESCRIPTION:Join Woodland Cultural Centre on the 25th for January’s Teióia’ks iakwateró:roks – (We Watch Movies) Film Series screening of Innu Nikamu: Sing and Resist by Kevin Bacon Hervieux at 7 PM. Follow Hervieux as he retraces the wonderful journey of the Festival de musique et des arts autochtones Innu Nikamu in Maliotenam. \nThe origins and evolution of the Innu Nikamu Music and Aboriginal Arts Festival are intimately linked to the cultural and territorial roots of the Innu people and to the life of the Mani-Utenam Reserve community. Through the music which has accompanied the Innu people throughout their history\, director Kevin Bacon Hervieux traces the fabulous story of the founders\, musicians\, artisans and collaborators who ignited the hope of a community and dared to believe that the reappropriation of their culture and their language was not an impossible challenge. \nRegister online to receive the zoom link directly to your inbox.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/woodland-cultural-centre-virtual-teioiaks-iakwateroroks-we-watch-movies-innu-nikamu-sing-and-resist/
LOCATION:online
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230125T190000
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SUMMARY:North Toronto Historical Society (Virtual): Toronto's Mayors from Muddy York to Megacity
DESCRIPTION:Long-time NTHS member Frank Nicholson will take us on a tour of our city’s history from 1834 as seen through the eyes of around ten of our 65 chief magistrates. He will include William Lyon Mackenzie (our first mayor)\, W.H. Boulton (the last Family Compact mayor)\, Tommy Church (the “Father of the TTC”)\, Leslie Saunders (an Orange Order militant)\, Nathan Phillips (the “Mayor of All the People”) and David Crombie (our “Tiny Perfect Mayor”). \n\nPLEASE REGISTER TO ATTEND \nEmail membership@northtorontohistoricalsociety.org and we will send you an invitation with details. You can join us on Zoom by internet or phone.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/north-toronto-historical-society-virtual-torontos-mayors-from-muddy-york-to-megacity/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="North Toronto Historical Society":MAILTO:info@northtorontohistoricalsociety.org
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230126T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230126T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230116T205639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T205639Z
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SUMMARY:The Historical Society of St. Catharines Online Lecture (Virtual): "The Last Trolley Stop of the NS&T"
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Hank Beekhuis\, President\, Port Dalhousie Conservancy\, via Zoom. \n 
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/the-historical-society-of-st-catharines-online-lecture-virtual-the-last-trolley-stop-of-the-nst/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of St. Catharines":MAILTO:HSSC.contact@gmail.com
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20221223T224352Z
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SUMMARY:Ontario Black History Society: 2023 Black History Month Kick-Off Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, January 29\, 2023 as the Ontario Black History Society hosts our 35th annual Black History Month Kick-Off to recognize the histories and achievements of Black Canadians and fundraise for our organization. \n2023 will be our 35th Anniversary hosting this Brunch for the general public and we’re excited to be returning in-person for the first time since the pandemic! \nOur theme this year is “OUR ROOTS: Black History in Canada.” \nEarly Bird Tickets are now on sale for $135 (+ $10.11 Eventbrite Fees) \nFor more information\, contact us at admin@blackhistorysociety.ca.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/ontario-black-history-society-2023-black-history-month-kick-off-brunch/
LOCATION:Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex\, Exhibition Place\, 25 British Columbia Rd.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6K 3C3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Ontario Black History Society":MAILTO:admin@blackhistorysociety.ca
GEO:43.6309304;-79.4259931
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230124T170205Z
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SUMMARY:Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum Virtual Lecture: Scoundrels of St. Davids
DESCRIPTION:Megan Gilchrist presents “Scoundrels of St. Davids” \nPresentations are free for all but registration is required. Use ticket link below to register on Zoom. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wyrcma1CSLKh2qqiwYLJIg
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/niagara-on-the-lake-museum-virtual-lecture-scoundrels-of-st-davids/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum":MAILTO:contact@niagarahistorical.museum
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230124T162445Z
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SUMMARY:UEL Association of Canada - Governor Simcoe Branch (In-Person and Virtual): February 2023 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 1\, at 7:30pm – on Zoom; Register here \nThe meeting will take place in the downstairs meeting room at St. David’s Church\, 49 Donlands.\nIf you plan to attend in person\, RSVP to Anne Neuman at anneneuman@hotmail.com  or 905-888-1278. \nThese three heroes share their lives and stories in common terms with many of our early people. They are stories of war\, espionage\, escape and love. All these stories connect to early life in Upper Canada. Through their acts and lives we are now a country called Canada and though we share many common elements with our neighbours to the South\, we are a separate identity\, formed through steadfast will and might\, keeping our line drawn at the 49th parallel. \nRuth will share her research with you into the lives of just three of these stories. Robert Land is well known in the Hamilton area and books have been written about his service to the Crown and his troubled and eventful life. Issac Ferris was only 17 years old when he took on an act of bravery for General Brock and Chief Tecumseh. John Cornwall was a learned man and helped develop law and order in this new land. \nYou will leave with a feeling of pride and happiness as you reflect on how their lives have influenced our lives today. \nRuth Nicholson\, UE has agricultural roots: born & raised in Essex County\, Ontario. All four of her proven Loyalist ancestors are from The New Settlement\, the NW side of Lake Erie. They are: Jacob Arner\, John Cornwall\, Joseph Ferriss & Henry Wright. \nRuth is past president of the Hamilton Branch UELAC and has been Chair of the Dominion Conference Committee since 2013. She has been asked to speak across the province from Kingsville to Kingston and has given numerous educational presentations. \nRuth taught elementary school for 44 years with The Halton Board of Education. She has been recognized both provincially and at the Board level with awards for innovation and creativity in education. \nRuth enjoys her vegetable garden\, turning the harvest into pickles & preserves\, baking & painting with her 11 year old granddaughter & golfing with her husband.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/uel-association-of-canada-governor-simcoe-branch-in-person-and-virtual-february-2023-meeting/
LOCATION:St. David’s Anglican Church\, 49 Donlands Ave.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4J 3N5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="UEL Association of Canada - Governor Simcoe Branch":MAILTO:loyalist.trails@uelac.org
GEO:43.6809978;-79.3370564
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230127T172009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T172029Z
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SUMMARY:Glengarry History: Simon Fraser’s Epic Journey Shaped the Map of Canada
DESCRIPTION:Glengarry History Speakers Series: Presentation by Jack Hanna
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/glengarry-history-simon-frasers-epic-journey-shaped-the-map-of-canada/
LOCATION:Glengarry Sports Palace (Michel Depratto Hall)\, 170 MacDonald Blvd.\, Alexandria\, Ontario\, K0C 1A0\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Glengarry History":MAILTO:info@glengarryhistory.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230124T150916Z
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SUMMARY:Swansea Historical Society (Virtual): John Goddard — Toronto’s Early History Treasures
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that our speaker for February will be John Goddard. We thoroughly enjoyed John’s Zoom presentation The Man with the Black Valise to the Swansea Historical Society in November 2021\, and we are delighted that he has consented to return (virtually) to join us in Swansea February 2023. \nJohn Goddard is a seasoned news reporter and magazine writer. He is also the author of many books\, including The Man with the Black Valise: Tracking the Killer of Jessie Keith [the topic of John’s 2021 SHS talk] \, and Inside Hamilton’s Museums. \nThe topic of John’s February 1\, 2023 presentation will be Toronto’s Early History Treasures. \nWhen he left the Toronto Star a few years ago\, John delved into the City’s early-history museums. Not being a car owner\, he used public transit to visit the many\, widely-scattered sites. They proved a revelation\, but he had one complaint — after each visit he wanted to know more. When he learned there was no guidebook to buy\, not even a pamphlet to take away\, he resolved to write the book he wanted to read. In this presentation\, he focuses on what he calls “the most prized objects” from six museums\, artifacts of special value that illuminate life in early Toronto. \nWe hope John’s talk will inspire you to visit Toronto’s history museums and view these items for yourself!! \nWe suggest that you tune in to the meeting shortly before 8 pm on February 1\, 2023\, so that we can get started on time. SHS events are open to members and guests alike. Please forward this information to anyone you think might be interested. \nZoom details: \nTopic: Swansea Historical Society February Meeting — John Goddard — Toronto’s Early History Treasures\nTime: Feb 1\, 2023\, 8:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nJoin Zoom Meeting:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88400904271?pwd=UEpuNWVPNllhOG16aFVibHNBSTE1UT09 \nMeeting ID: 884 0090 4271\nPasscode: 170792 \nTo join by telephone\, find your local number at: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kcTeM3Kfxf
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/swansea-historical-society-virtual-john-goddard-torontos-early-history-treasures/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Swansea Historical Society":MAILTO:swanseahistoricalsociety@gmail.com
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230202T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230118T143356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T143356Z
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SUMMARY:Town of York Historical Society (Virtual): Ruth Cameron-Howard\, "By the Light of the Coal Oil Lamp"
DESCRIPTION:Many people who reside in Toronto share the common experience of growing up in other parts of Canada before they moved to the big city. On the evening of February 2nd\, join author Ruth Cameron-Howard in a virtual presentation of her book\, “By the Light of the Coal Oil Lamp” as she recounts her experiences of growing up in a rural Saskatchewan town in the 1940s. Head to https://AuthorTalkRuthCameronHoward.eventbrite.ca to purchase tickets for this virtual event!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/town-of-york-historical-society-virtual-ruth-cameron-howard-by-the-light-of-the-coal-oil-lamp/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Town of York Historical Society":MAILTO:info@tos1stpo.com
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230206T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230127T184551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T184551Z
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SUMMARY:Lundy's Lane Historical Society Presents Mark Richardson\, "A Look at the Evolving Cemetery Landscape"
DESCRIPTION:The next regular meeting of the Lundy’s Lane Historical Society will be held Monday February 6\, 2023\, at at the Niagara Falls Military Museum\, 5409 Victoria Avenue. Parking is in the rear. \nThe speaker for the evening will be Mark Richardson\, Manager of Cemetery Services\, City of Niagara Falls\, presenting “A Look at the Evolving Cemetery Landscape.” This presentation will take a brief look at the history of cemetery design\, function and public perspective surrounding death and dying.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/lundys-lane-historical-society-presents-mark-richardson-a-look-at-the-evolving-cemetery-landscape/
LOCATION:Niagara Military Museum\, 5409 Victoria Ave.\, Niagara Falls\, Ontario\, L2E 4E2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Lundy's Lane Historical Society":MAILTO:lundyslanehistoricalsociety@gmail.com
GEO:43.096114;-79.0728448
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230207T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230207T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230109T190230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T190230Z
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SUMMARY:Guelph Historical Society Evenings with History: "The Ontario Reformatory: Valuing What We Can't See"
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: P. Brian Skerrett \nMr. Skerrett will discuss over 150 years of the Ontario Reformatory land’s history including “pre-Reformatory” years\, the Reformatory’s roots and ideals\, and a look at the current state and potential future of this landmark property.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/guelph-historical-society-evenings-with-history-the-ontario-reformatory-valuing-what-we-cant-see/
LOCATION:Guelph Museum\, 52 Norfolk St\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Guelph Historical Society":MAILTO:inquiries@guelphhistoricalsociety.ca
GEO:43.5434284;-80.2514078
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230124T170425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T170515Z
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SUMMARY:Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum Virtual Lecture: Free at Last
DESCRIPTION:George Webber presents “Free at last:” A look back at the lives of early black residents. \nGeorge is a board member of the Niagara Historical Society and is currently working on a committee to uncover more information on the people buried in the Niagara Baptist Church Burial Ground (formerly known as the Negro Burial Ground.) \nPresentations are free for all but registration is required.  Use ticket link below to register on Zoom. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZZxu1BCRTGiBOZDR84tShg
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/niagara-on-the-lake-museum-virtual-lecture-free-at-last/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum":MAILTO:contact@niagarahistorical.museum
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230208T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230110T160243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T160306Z
UID:10000849-1675882800-1675882800@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Esquesing Historical Society February Meeting: Eaton Family
DESCRIPTION:Dave Bartlett\, who started bottle collecting in the early 70’s\, found one of the first sealer bottles he received was an Eaton’s Sealer Jar. This led him to learn and collect more information about Eaton’s Canada. During the early part of the 1900’s it was the lifeline for rural Canada to grow and develop. Rural Canada depended on Eaton’s. Dave has collected books and items of interest from Eaton’s and he realized how important they were to the small towns across Canada. Dave joins us to share his presentation.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/esquesing-historical-society-february-meeting-eaton-family/
LOCATION:The Studio\, Halton Hills Cultural Centre\, 9 Church St.\, Georgetown\, Ontario\, L7G 2A3
ORGANIZER;CN="Esquesing Historical Society":MAILTO:esquesinghs@gmail.com
GEO:43.6481421;-79.9255228
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Studio Halton Hills Cultural Centre 9 Church St. Georgetown Ontario L7G 2A3;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9 Church St.:geo:-79.9255228,43.6481421
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230112T193434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T193434Z
UID:10000856-1676127600-1676136600@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Willowdale Central Ratepayer's Association (WCRA): Neighbourhood Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a community networking event. Meet your neighbours and find out what we are doing to enhance the Willowdale experience! \nThe Willowdale Central group (WCRA) is hosting a community networking event and we are looking for engaged\, community-minded individuals to join us as we explore the following topics: \n1) 2023 Event Planning: We know it can be hard to manage community events\, during this session we will share best practices and success stories. We will also explore partnership opportunities that lighten the burden for those that are interested in hosting an event but lack the volunteers\, time and/or financial means. \n2) Community Challenges & Activism: Willowdale has been transitioning from a suburban neighbourhood to an urban centre over the past 30 years and the pace of change is accelerating. With the transition comes a number of community challenges. During this session we will explore the main issues and determine if there is an interest to address the challenges through community activism. \nWe hope you will join us for this networking event. There is much we can accomplish when we work together and the need has never been greater. Come with an open mind\, a focus on steps that can be taken to enhance our community and good things will follow.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/willowdale-central-ratepayers-association-wcra-neighbourhood-networking-event/
LOCATION:John McKenzie House\, 34 Parkview Ave.\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 3Y2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Willowdale Central Ratepayers Association":MAILTO:willowdalecra@gmail.com
GEO:43.771519;-79.4113408
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=John McKenzie House 34 Parkview Ave. North York Ontario M2N 3Y2 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=34 Parkview Ave.:geo:-79.4113408,43.771519
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230213T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230213T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230104T201900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T143019Z
UID:10000845-1676316600-1676316600@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Albion Bolton Historical Society: The History of Wildfield
DESCRIPTION:The Village of Wildfield has a vibrant history spanning over 200 years. Join us when lifelong Wildfield resident Dan O’Reilly recounts family and village history through anecdotes\, facts and photographs. Wildfield is the site of St. Patrick’s Church\, the 2nd oldest church in the Archdiocese of Toronto. But there are many other historical facts about Wildfield that are interesting\, if not fascinating. \nQuestions: Nathan at 905-584-2801 nhillerphoto@bell.net
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/albion-bolton-historical-society-the-history-of-wildfield/
LOCATION:Albion Bolton Community Centre (Meeting Room C\, 2nd Floor)\, 150 Queen St. South\, Bolton\, Ontario\, L7E 1E3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Albion Bolton Historical Society":MAILTO:nhillerphoto@bell.net
GEO:43.8760991;-79.7355183
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Albion Bolton Community Centre (Meeting Room C 2nd Floor) 150 Queen St. South Bolton Ontario L7E 1E3 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=150 Queen St. South:geo:-79.7355183,43.8760991
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230124T171017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T171017Z
UID:10000871-1676458800-1676458800@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum Virtual Lecture: “The Discovery and Investigation of the John Butler Homestead"
DESCRIPTION:Ron Williamson presents “The Discovery and Investigation of the John Butler Homestead: Perspectives from Two Decades Later”\nIn addition to delineating the foundations of the John Butler Homestead\, which are now interpreted on the site\, ASI investigations yielded over 50\,000 ceramic sherds and over 14\,000 animal bones. These finds allowed our archaeologists to reconstruct the family’s meal systems and to interpret life in the Butler home\, especially at the dining table. In addition\, a detailed analysis of the spatial distribution of almost 100 artifacts related to flint-lock firearms and military-uniform accoutrements afforded an opportunity to identify the archaeological evidence of the War of 1812 skirmishes at the site. Also\, John Butler was well known for his relationship with Indigenous peoples but what he might not have realised is that he situated his homestead on a location that had been host to Indigenous peoples periodically for more than 8\,000 years! Dr. Williamson will summarise all these findings in his presentation. \nRonald F. Williamson is Founder and now a Senior Associate of Archaeological Services Inc. He holds an Honours BA from the University of Western Ontario and MA and PhD from McGill University\, all in Anthropology. He has published extensively on both Indigenous and early colonial Great Lakes history. In 2016\, he was conferred the Smith-Wintemberg award\, the Canadian Archaeological Association’s most prestigious award for outstanding contributions to Canadian Archaeology\, and in 2019\, he was given Heritage Toronto’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Williamson also directed the Archaeological Management Plan for the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake and directed excavations at the Snake Hill and Peace Bridge sites in Fort Erie\, the Colonel John Butler Homestead\, and the Kings Point Archaeological site. \nPresentations are free for all but registration is required.  Use ticket link below to register on Zoom. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zzvCWf0zRdKjBU9Kz6SQ_g
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/niagara-on-the-lake-museum-virtual-lecture-the-discovery-and-investigation-of-the-john-butler-homestead/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum":MAILTO:contact@niagarahistorical.museum
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230130T160425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T160425Z
UID:10000879-1676487600-1676487600@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Orillia Museum of Art and History (Virtual): From Virginia to Canada: The Journey of My Black Ancestors (A Black History Month Presentation)
DESCRIPTION:While breaking down his ancestral brick wall\, which had him stumped for almost thirty years\, Paul Barber\, a Caucasian born and raised Canadian\, found out that his through his maternal side\, the Hendersons\, he was part of African-American history. \nJoin us to hear Paul Barber recount the family journey that led him to Orillia where\, the Hendersons\, who made their way to Canada in 1840\, played a contributing role in the history of our community.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/orillia-museum-of-art-and-history-virtual-from-virginia-to-canada/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Orillia Museum of Art & History":MAILTO:visitors@orilliamuseum.org
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230213T180853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T195544Z
UID:10000887-1676487600-1676494800@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speakers' Night - “Outside the Gate:  The True Story of a British Home Child in Canada”
DESCRIPTION:Join by Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3614629408?pwd=dnp2a0R3TGEySXgzVmdpR0NRendIQT09 \nWednesday\, February 15th\, 2023  7:20 pm. – 9:00 pm. \n​Between 1869 and 1932\, over 100\,000 children were sent from Britain to Canada through assisted juvenile emigration. These migrants are called “home children” because most went from an emigration agency’s home for children in Britain to its Canadian receiving home. The children were placed with families in rural Canada. \nThe children were promised a bright future in the land of opportunity\, and some managed to make a good life\, but many were abused\, neglected and reviled by those who took them in. Although most still had families back home\, reunification was discouraged. One of those children was Winnie Cooper. Born in Scarborough\, Yorkshire in 1908\, she was sent at age twelve to Barnardo’s Village Home for Girls near London. Three years later\, Winnie was shipped off to a farm in rural Ontario. Nothing back in England had prepared her for working the rough land in Canada\, but despite the long days\, isolation\, and bitterly cold winters\, Winnie’s natural wit and cheery disposition helped her find love and friendship. Yet she always dreamed of returning to her mother in Yorkshire. \n​The story\, told by her granddaughter\, author Carol Marie Newall\, is a family saga of love and loss\, pain and joy as Winnie struggled to find her place in a young inhospitable country. It’s also a revealing portrayal of a troubling chapter in Canadian and British history.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-speakers-night-outside-the-gate-the-true-story-of-a-british-home-child-in-canada/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230219T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230219T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230213T144432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T144432Z
UID:10000885-1676815200-1676815200@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:UEL Kawartha Branch February 2023 Meeting (Virtual): Jean Rae Baxter on "The Knotted Rope"
DESCRIPTION:Featuring guest speaker\, Jean Rae Baxter\, UE\, who will be talking about her latest book\, The Knotted Rope. \nThe Knotted Rope\, the sixth and final novel in what has become known as the “Forging a Nation” series\, is set in Niagara in 1793 during the last days of slavery in Upper Canada. It returns to the subject of Jean Rae Baxter’s third historical\, Freedom Bound\, in which she told the story of the Black Loyalists’ escape from slavery during the American Revolution. In The Knotted Rope\, Jean Rae Baxter unravels another strand of the complicated\, sometimes tragic\, but ultimately victorious\, history of the fight to end slavery. \nIn this presentation\, she examines the paradox at the heart of writing responsible historical fiction. To honour our history\, we must be true to it. \nBut how can we tell the truth by means of made-up stories? That is the question. The answer\, she explains\, lies in the use of historical facts to trigger the action. The writer shows how people reacted to\, and were affected by\, actual events. Just such an event was The Proclamation of “An Act to Prevent the further Introduction of Slaves and to limit the Term of Contracts for Service Statutes of Upper Canada 33 George III.” \nThe Knotted Rope is available for purchase on Amazon.ca.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/uel-kawartha-branch-february-2023-meeting-virtual-jean-rae-baxter-on-the-knotted-rope/
LOCATION:online
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230221T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230221T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081123
CREATED:20230130T141521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T141657Z
UID:10000878-1677007800-1677007800@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Peterborough Historical Society February 2023 Lecture (Virtual): “The History of Lacrosse in Peterborough”
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: THE FEBRUARY SPEAKER EVENT WILL BE VIRTUAL ON ZOOM. The speaker schedule remains on the third Tuesday of the month; January\, February\, March and May at 7:30 p.m. A question and answer period will follow the speaker’s presentation. Attendees will be provided with the Zoom link to join meetings when they register by email to the email address provided. \n\n“The History of Lacrosse in Peterborough”\nDon Barrie \nPeterborough has a long and intimate connection with lacrosse. The first lacrosse game was played in Peterborough in 1872. In 1892 the Daily Examiner gave a history of the origins of lacrosse\, noting the formation of the Montreal la Crosse [sic] Club in 1860 (actually 1856) followed shortly after with the National La Crosse Association of Canada. The Examiner article noted the “retirement” of Joe Phelan who was a prominent player and executive member of the Peterborough Lacrosse Club for many years. In acknowledging his contribution\, club president W.E. Lech noted Phelan’s “untiring services in promoting the interests of the national game.” Don Barrie\, the author of Lacrosse the Peterborough Way\, will present his extensive research on what he describes as “Peterborough’s winningest sport.” \nTuesday\, 21 February 2023\, 7:30 p.m. on Zoom. Register to attend by sending an email note to info@peterboroughhistoricalsociety.ca with “Lacrosse” in the subject line.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/peterborough-historical-society-february-2023-lecture-virtual-the-history-of-lacrosse-in-peterborough/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Peterborough Historical Society":MAILTO:info@peterboroughhistoricalsociety.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230222T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081124
CREATED:20230124T171239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T171239Z
UID:10000872-1677063600-1677063600@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum Virtual Lecture: “Canada and the Civil War"
DESCRIPTION:Brian Martin presents “Canada and the Civil War: Opening Eyes in Niagara and Beyond.”\nCanada and Canadians played an interesting role before\, during and after the American Civil War\, 1861 to 1865. About 40\,000 Americans\, primarily formerly enslaved Black persons arrived along the Underground Railroad. During the war Canada sold goods to both sides and gave refuge to spies\, plotters\, draft-dodgers and others. After the war\, former plantation owners and racists fled to Canada\, along with Confederate officials and generals who settled for a time in places like Niagara-on-the-Lake\, Toronto\, Montreal and elsewhere. \nBrian Martin is the author of From Underground Railroad to Rebel Refuge: Canada and the Civil War\, published by ECW Press of Toronto. Brian was an award-winning journalist for more than 40 years\, telling the stories of Southwestern Ontario. He has written two true crime books\, several biographies and baseball histories\, and is a member of two historical societies. He lives in London\, ON. \nPresentations are free for all but registration is required.  Use ticket link below to register on Zoom. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_J1C-m0emQ0aKvx0lEzeFFA
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/niagara-on-the-lake-museum-virtual-lecture-canada-and-the-civil-war/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum":MAILTO:contact@niagarahistorical.museum
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230222T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081124
CREATED:20230119T150632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T150632Z
UID:10000864-1677092400-1677092400@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:North Toronto Historical Society (Virtual): Avenue Road: An Illustrated History
DESCRIPTION:The history of one of Toronto’s most important thoroughfares from the late 19th century onwards\, examining the history and architecture of important sites that have shaped Avenue Road. These will include estates\, apartment buildings and schools. Presentation by NTHS member Eli Aaron\, an urban planner with an interest in history and heritage preservation. \nNOTE: A brief Annual General Meeting will precede this programme. \n\nPLEASE REGISTER TO ATTEND AFTER 1 FEBRUARY \nEmail membership@northtorontohistoricalsociety.org and we will send you an invitation with details. You can join us on Zoom by internet or phone.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/north-toronto-historical-society-virtual-avenue-road-an-illustrated-history/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="North Toronto Historical Society":MAILTO:info@northtorontohistoricalsociety.org
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081124
CREATED:20230222T172818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T172818Z
UID:10000889-1677173400-1677180600@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Public Library (Virtual): Karolyn Smardz Frost on "The Four Points of the Compass: Oakville and the Underground Railroad"
DESCRIPTION:A unique opportunity to learn more about Oakville’s Black History. For Teens and Adults \n\n\n\n\n\n\nArchaeologist\, historian and Governor-General’s award-winning author Karolyn Smardz Frost has helped explore and preserve our nation’s rich African Canadian past for nearly four decades.  Recently she has been working with the Town of Oakville to unearth clues to the lives of Black immigrants who made Halton County their home during the Underground Railroad era. A consummate storyteller\, she will share four intriguing tales about people who arrived from the South\, West\, North and East. Each carried with them skills and talents\, courage and ambition to help build Oakville as we know it today.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-public-library-virtual-karolyn-smardz-frost-on-the-four-points-of-the-compass-oakville-and-the-underground-railroad/
LOCATION:online
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081124
CREATED:20230124T142705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T142705Z
UID:10000865-1677178800-1677184200@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Wellington County Historical Society: “A Stolen Life - Searching for Richard Pierpoint” with author Peter Meyler
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, February 23\, 7:00 p.m. — Author Peter Meyler talks about Richard Pierpoint’s life\, from early years in slavery to soldier\, freedom and building a black community. \nPresentation via Zoom. Register for “A Stolen Life – Searching for Richard Pierpoint” with author Peter Meyler \n\n\nRichard Pierpoint was a loyalist\, soldier\, community leader\, social justice advocate\, and storyteller. As a leader in the early Black Canadian Community\, Pierpoint fought and petitioned for causes important to himself\, his community and to Canada as a whole. Peter Meyler will reveal Pierpoint’s legacy as a man taken from his home and enslaved as a teenager\, who fought for his freedom in two wars and worked to build a Black Community amid prejudice and discrimination. \nPeter Meyler is the co-author of A Stolen Life: Searching for Richard Pierpoint. In 2001\, Peter edited a reissue of an 1889 book\, Broken Shackles: Old Man Hanson From Slavery to Freedom\, one of the very few books that documented the journey to Canada from the perspective of a person of African descent. He contributed his research on early Black Canadian pioneer John Daddy Hall as part of a 4-part TV mini-series\, BLK: An Origin Story\, which aired in February 2022 on History Canada. Peter has written numerous articles about Ontario’s black history\, which have appeared in such publications as The Beaver\, the Toronto Star\, Share and Families.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/wellington-county-historical-society-a-stolen-life-searching-for-richard-pierpoint-with-author-peter-meyler/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Wellington County Historical Society":MAILTO:ronhattle@gmail.com
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081124
CREATED:20230213T144752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T144752Z
UID:10000886-1677180600-1677180600@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:UEL Association of Canada Toronto Branch February 2023 Meeting (Virtual): "British Child Migration" by Pat Skidmore
DESCRIPTION:On February 23\, 2023 at 7:30 pm via zoom\, Pat Skidmore is going to give us an overview of the 350 year history of British Child Migration – a history that has been kept silent for a good portion of the 350 years.  British Child Migration took place as far back as the 1830s to the late 1940s\, although the ‘height’ of child migration to Canada was between 1869 and the 1930s. \nHer research is mainly centered on the Prince of Wales Fairbridge Farm School and her mother\, Marjorie’s\, experience there.  Over 120\,000 children were sent to Canada . Over 95% of the children were not orphaned. \nTo register\, send an email to torontouel@gmail.com – a meeting link will be sent out by February 20th.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/uel-association-of-canada-toronto-branch-february-2023-meeting-virtual-british-child-migration-by-pat-skidmore/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="UEL Association of Canada - Toronto Branch":MAILTO:info@ueltoronto.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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