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SUMMARY:Toronto Railway Museum - Chinese Heritage in Canada: The Canadian Pacific Railway and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:The history of Chinese heritage in Canada is often introduced through a single storyline\, the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway. Thousands of Chinese laborers helped to lay the foundation of this nation\, who endured harsh working conditions\, discriminatory pay\, and exclusion from recognition. \nThis talk celebrates Chinese heritage in Canada by recognizing the importance of this point in our history. In the meantime\, this talk also highlights that this is not the only storyline for Chinese Canadians\, it moves beyond the railway to explore how Chinese communities are established in Canada despite decades of legislated discrimination. \nLastly\, the talk explores Chen’ own experience as a Chinese woman working in public transit today in Canada\, on how Chinese heritage in Canada is not only something inherited\, but something actively lived. I want to challenge the audiences to rethink Chinese heritage\, beyond the figures of historical hardship\, but as ongoing contributors to the system that keeps Canada moving. \nAbout our speaker: \nYeeman is the Director for the TTC’s Farecard team. She oversees a team that is responsible for the TTC’s fare payment system\, including system performance and quality assurance. The TTC is the largest Canadian transit agency\, and third largest in North America\, serving approximately 1.7 million riders daily across the subways\, buses\, streetcars and paratransit network. \nPrior to her current role\, Yeeman worked in various roles within the TTC\, in areas of Operations and Infrastructure\, Training Development\, and Maintenance. In 2023\, Yeeman publicly spoke on the investigation of the Scarborough Rapid Transit incident and the discontinuation of the line. Yeeman is also a published industry author on public sector technology modernization. \nYeeman received her B.A. in Global and Organizational Development from Queen’s University\, a Post Graduate Certificate from Seneca College in Human Resources Management\, as well as a Project Management Professional Certification from the Project Management Institute. \nRegister for Chinese Heritage in Canada: The CPR and Beyond
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/toronto-railway-museum-chinese-heritage-in-canada-the-canadian-pacific-railway-and-beyond/
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SUMMARY:Women's History Project: Voices Rising: Activism and the Modern Workplace.
DESCRIPTION:The Women’s History Project is excited to invite you to our second Writing Women Into History webinar series. Our 2026 theme is: From Resistance to Redesign: Women Transforming Work \nAcross Canada and beyond\, the movement to learn\, teach\, and protect women’s histories is reaching a defining moment. For generations\, feminist scholars\, leaders\, and changemakers have shown how women’s stories — including around labour\, leadership\, and resistance — have been undervalued or unknown. Reclaiming these histories offers more than overdue recognition: it gives us the insight we need to redesign the future of work. By understanding where inequities come from\, we can challenge them more effectively\, champion fairer practices\, and build systems that truly value women’s contributions. \nThe Women’s History Project invites you to be part of this powerful three‑part webinar series\, where we confront these gaps together. You’ll hear directly from women who have researched these histories\, lived them\, and fought to change the conditions shaping women’s work in Canada and from women who continue to challenge the status quo and look ahead to new opportunities. —as well as from those continuing to challenge the status quo and push toward new possibilities. \nThis series is for anyone committed to gender justice: students\, educators\, researchers\, labour organizers\, activists\, policymakers\, community advocates\, and emerging leaders who believe that understanding women’s history is essential to transforming our world. collective future. We must know our history to defend our future. \nYou can reserve for all three sessions here on Eventbrite —- or to each of the individual events below. \nSession 2: Voices Rising: Activism and the Modern Workplace \nApril 9\, 2026\, 4:30pm – 6:00pm EDT \nThis session will examine persistent inequities across industries\, women’s unpaid work\, the impact of the care economy on women’s labour and barriers faced by women with diverse identities. This is a call to action for anyone committed or interested in how to buildbuilding workplaces where all women can thrive. \nSession 3: Beyond the Glass Ceiling: Designing Tomorrow’s Workplaces \nMay 7\, 2026\, 4:30pm – 6:00pm EDT \nThis forward-looking session will explore emerging opportunities for women in evolving industries\,  how leaders can build equitable\, inclusive futures and the lessons today’s trailblazers want to pass on. This is a conversation about possibility—and responsibility. \nWhy This Series Matters \nWomen’s histories have too often been pushed to the margins of mainstream narratives. Yet these stories—of struggle\, solidarity\, innovation\, leadership\, and courage—are essential to understanding how gender inequality has been built\, resisted\, and reshaped over generations. \nFrom the early fights for maternity leave and reproductive rights\, to landmark human rights cases\, to decades of unpaid and under‑recognized labour\, women have continually challenged Canada to confront its inequities. The push for pay equity\, workplace safety\, accessible childcare\, and fair representation is part of a long continuum of women demanding better—for themselves\, for their families\, and for their communities. And while progress has been made\, the work is far from finish \nFounded in 2021\, The Women’s History Project is committed to advancing gender equality by shining a light on women’s achievements across Canadian history. We believe that understanding the past equips women—and allies—to lead\, advocate\, and create meaningful change today. \nWe hope to see you there! \nVisit our Substack to learn more about what the Women’s History Project does\, and find out about our  1000 Voices\, 1000 Stories podcast\, subscribe to the Voices & Stories weekly digest\, and explore recommendationsrecommendation from On Our Bookshelf.   \nBe part of the history we’re building. \nJoin us there.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/womens-history-project-picket-lines-power-women-who-reshaped-work-2/2026-05-07/
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SUMMARY:Italian Canadian Archives Project (ICAP) Presents Making of: "Separated from Santo"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation by the writer of “Separated by Santo”\, a graphic novel about an Italian-Canadian Internee during WWII. \nJoin the Italian-Canadian Archives Project (ICAP) for a conversation with author Brian Barazzuol about Separated from Santo: The true story of an Italian-Canadian Internee during the Second World War (Heritage House Books\, 2025). Registered attendees will receive the event Zoom link. ICAP GMM to follow. \nPlease note: only registrants will be sent the zoom link for the event. Individuals wishing to watch the event separately will need to register separately. \n\nAbout Separated from Santo: \nA poignant and eye-opening graphic novel chronicling one Italian-Canadian family’s traumatic separation when their loving father and husband is interned as an “enemy alien” during the Second World War. \nIn 1933\, disturbed by the rise of Mussolini’s fascist regime\, Santo and Alice Pasqualini left their native Italy and settled in Vancouver\, Canada\, to create a new life far away from the burgeoning madness of Europe. The couple opened a bakery and became naturalized residents of their new country\, avoiding politics and concentrating on working hard and building a family. \nUnfortunately\, their refuge was short-lived\, when Santo was arrested for being an “enemy alien” and interned first in Kananaskis\, Alberta\, and then in Petawawa\, Ontario. Italian Canadians\, similar to Japanese and German Canadians were considered a threat to the country and therefore\, these individuals\, mostly male\, were imprisoned with no release date determined. Santo\, a hardworking man who loved his family\, lost his bakery\, delivery truck\, and house. Meanwhile\, his wife and children struggled to get by\, as he was interned for twenty-four months\, with little to no communication between him and his family. Alice suffered a nervous breakdown due to the stress of the situation and was hospitalized\, resulting in their two children being sent off to live with two separate families for nearly two years. \nTold in dynamic graphic novel form\, Separated from Santo depicts an individual who was mistreated\, who persevered\, and eventually was reunited with his family. Instead of being bitter towards adopted country\, the family accepted the situation for what it was\, and was thankful to build a home in such a great country. Decades later\, apologies from the Canadian government acknowledged the injustice\, though the incident reverberated through generations. Written by the great-grandson of Santo and Alice\, this poignant and powerful story is a reminder to see the humanity behind every so-called “enemy.” \nFor more info and to purchase: https://heritagehouse.ca/products/separated-from-santo
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/italian-canadian-archives-project-icap-presents-making-of-separated-from-santo/
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SUMMARY:Toronto Railway Museum - Rails Reclaimed: How Toronto’s rail infrastructure found new life
DESCRIPTION:Our Second Tuesday Speaker Series continues with Jeremy Hopkin\, who will take us on a tour of rail infrastructure sites across the Toronto that have been repurposed over the years. This presentation will give you new perspective on Toronto’s streetscape both past and present. \nWhile registration is required to receive the Zoom link\, these talks are free and open to the public\, with a suggested donation of $10 to support future programming. The Toronto Railway is a registered Canadian charity (838626943RR0001) and charitable tax receipts are issued for donations over $25. \nREGISTER HERE. 
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/toronto-railway-museum-rails-reclaimed-how-torontos-rail-infrastructure-found-new-life/
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SUMMARY:Women's History Project: Voices Rising: Activism and the Modern Workplace.
DESCRIPTION:The Women’s History Project is excited to invite you to our second Writing Women Into History webinar series. Our 2026 theme is: From Resistance to Redesign: Women Transforming Work \nAcross Canada and beyond\, the movement to learn\, teach\, and protect women’s histories is reaching a defining moment. For generations\, feminist scholars\, leaders\, and changemakers have shown how women’s stories — including around labour\, leadership\, and resistance — have been undervalued or unknown. Reclaiming these histories offers more than overdue recognition: it gives us the insight we need to redesign the future of work. By understanding where inequities come from\, we can challenge them more effectively\, champion fairer practices\, and build systems that truly value women’s contributions. \nThe Women’s History Project invites you to be part of this powerful three‑part webinar series\, where we confront these gaps together. You’ll hear directly from women who have researched these histories\, lived them\, and fought to change the conditions shaping women’s work in Canada and from women who continue to challenge the status quo and look ahead to new opportunities. —as well as from those continuing to challenge the status quo and push toward new possibilities. \nThis series is for anyone committed to gender justice: students\, educators\, researchers\, labour organizers\, activists\, policymakers\, community advocates\, and emerging leaders who believe that understanding women’s history is essential to transforming our world. collective future. We must know our history to defend our future. \nYou can reserve for all three sessions here on Eventbrite —- or to each of the individual events below. \nSession 2: Voices Rising: Activism and the Modern Workplace \nApril 9\, 2026\, 4:30pm – 6:00pm EDT \nThis session will examine persistent inequities across industries\, women’s unpaid work\, the impact of the care economy on women’s labour and barriers faced by women with diverse identities. This is a call to action for anyone committed or interested in how to buildbuilding workplaces where all women can thrive. \nSession 3: Beyond the Glass Ceiling: Designing Tomorrow’s Workplaces \nMay 7\, 2026\, 4:30pm – 6:00pm EDT \nThis forward-looking session will explore emerging opportunities for women in evolving industries\,  how leaders can build equitable\, inclusive futures and the lessons today’s trailblazers want to pass on. This is a conversation about possibility—and responsibility. \nWhy This Series Matters \nWomen’s histories have too often been pushed to the margins of mainstream narratives. Yet these stories—of struggle\, solidarity\, innovation\, leadership\, and courage—are essential to understanding how gender inequality has been built\, resisted\, and reshaped over generations. \nFrom the early fights for maternity leave and reproductive rights\, to landmark human rights cases\, to decades of unpaid and under‑recognized labour\, women have continually challenged Canada to confront its inequities. The push for pay equity\, workplace safety\, accessible childcare\, and fair representation is part of a long continuum of women demanding better—for themselves\, for their families\, and for their communities. And while progress has been made\, the work is far from finish \nFounded in 2021\, The Women’s History Project is committed to advancing gender equality by shining a light on women’s achievements across Canadian history. We believe that understanding the past equips women—and allies—to lead\, advocate\, and create meaningful change today. \nWe hope to see you there! \nVisit our Substack to learn more about what the Women’s History Project does\, and find out about our  1000 Voices\, 1000 Stories podcast\, subscribe to the Voices & Stories weekly digest\, and explore recommendationsrecommendation from On Our Bookshelf.   \nBe part of the history we’re building. \nJoin us there.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/womens-history-project-picket-lines-power-women-who-reshaped-work-2/2026-04-09/
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SUMMARY:Women's History Project: Picket Lines & Power: Women who reshaped work
DESCRIPTION:The Women’s History Project is excited to invite you to our second Writing Women Into History webinar series. Our 2026 theme is: From Resistance to Redesign: Women Transforming Work \nAcross Canada and beyond\, the movement to learn\, teach\, and protect women’s histories is reaching a defining moment. For generations\, feminist scholars\, leaders\, and changemakers have shown how women’s stories — including around labour\, leadership\, and resistance — have been undervalued or unknown. Reclaiming these histories offers more than overdue recognition: it gives us the insight we need to redesign the future of work. By understanding where inequities come from\, we can challenge them more effectively\, champion fairer practices\, and build systems that truly value women’s contributions. \nThe Women’s History Project invites you to be part of this powerful three‑part webinar series\, where we confront these gaps together. You’ll hear directly from women who have researched these histories\, lived them\, and fought to change the conditions shaping women’s work in Canada and from women who continue to challenge the status quo and look ahead to new opportunities. —as well as from those continuing to challenge the status quo and push toward new possibilities. \nThis series is for anyone committed to gender justice: students\, educators\, researchers\, labour organizers\, activists\, policymakers\, community advocates\, and emerging leaders who believe that understanding women’s history is essential to transforming our world. collective future. We must know our history to defend our future. \nSession 1: Picket Lines & Power: Women Who Reshaped Work (use this link to register) \nMarch 5\, 2026\, 4:30pm – 6:00pm EST \nThis session traces the pivotal moments\, movements\, and voices that shaped women’s labour history—from early suffrage activism to the 1981 postal workers’ strike that transformed maternity leave rights\, to the legal battles that redefined workplace protections. This is history told not as a timeline\, but as a legacy of resistance. Meet our panelists! \nMarion Pollack  (Moderator) \nMarion Pollack is a retired postal worker and a former activist in the Canadian Union of Postal Workers from Vancouver B.C.  She held elected positions locally\, regionally\, and nationally in CUPW\, but her most important role was that of a CUPW shop steward.  With a group of other people\, she worked for gender equality in her Union\, the workplace\, and the labour movement. In retrospect she wishes she could have been more inclusive and diverse in this work.  She was a member of the CUPW National Women’s Committee for over 9 years.  Marion was an active participant in the 1981  CUPW strike which resulted in paid maternity leave for postal workers. \nJoan Sangster\, Professor\, Trent University \nJoan Sangster is a Vanier Professor Emeritus at Trent University\, Peterborough\, where she taught in History\, Canadian Studies\, and Gender and Women’s Studies. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada and past president of the Canadian Historical Association/ Société historique du Canada\, she held visiting fellowships at McGill\, Duke\, and Princeton Universities. She has written eight books\, co-edited seven essay collections\, and published book chapters and articles dealing with working women\, the labour movement\, suffrage movements\, women and the law\, Indigenous settler relations\, and feminist historiography. \nJoan’s book\, Earning Respect: The Lives of Working Women in Small – Town Ontario won the Canada prize and Transforming Labour: Women and Work in Postwar Canada an honourable mention for the CHA’s Canadian history book prize. Her recent Demanding Equality: A History of Canadian Feminism\, which secured the Hilda Neatby prize for the best book in women’s and gender history\, offers an overview of Canadian feminism which argues for the politically multi-vocal\, hybrid character of equality-seeking women’s movements in Canada. She has been an associate and co-editor of the US-based Labor: Studies in Working-Class Histories of the America and the Canadian Labour. \nJulia Smith\, Associate Professor\, University of Manitoba \nJulia is an associate professor in the Labour Studies Program at the University of Manitoba on Treaty 1 territory and the homeland of the Métis Nation. Her research and teaching focuses on the history and politics of work\, unions\, labour relations\, and women’s activism in North America. She has an interdisciplinary Ph.D. from the Frost Centre for Canadian Studies and Indigenous Studies at Trent University and an M.A. and B.A. Hons. in History from Simon Fraser University.  She is also a member of the Graphic History Collective. \nDr Leslie Nichols\, Assistant Professor\, Laurentian University \nLeslie Nichols is an assistant professor in the Equity\, Diversity\, and Human Rights program within the Sociology unit at the School of Social Sciences at Laurentian University. She holds a PhD in Policy Studies\, an MA in Work and Society (now Labour Studies)\, and a joint BA in Women’s and Gender Studies and Historical Studies. She grew up in several regions across Canada—including Northern Alberta\, Northern Quebec\, and Southern Ontario—and has strong family connections to Nova Scotia. \nAs a structural intersectionalist\, Dr. Nichols uses theories of neoliberalism\, feminism\, and intersectionality to study and improve the working and living conditions of some of Canada’s most equity‑deserving communities. Her research focuses on the work experiences and social well‑being of groups such as immigrants\, youth\, and people marginalized by gender. She has examined issues related to unemployment\, precarious work\, self‑employment\, and unpaid labour. \nJoin us for two more session! \nWe would love it if you would join us for Session 2 & 3 of this inspiring series. \nYou can reserve for all three sessions here on Eventbrite —- or to each of the individual events below. \nSession 2: Voices Rising: Activism and the Modern Workplace \nApril 9\, 2026\, 4:30pm – 6:00pm EDT \nThis session will examine persistent inequities across industries\, women’s unpaid work\, the impact of the care economy on women’s labour and barriers faced by women with diverse identities. This is a call to action for anyone committed or interested in how to buildbuilding workplaces where all women can thrive. \nSession 3: Beyond the Glass Ceiling: Designing Tomorrow’s Workplaces \nMay 7\, 2026\, 4:30pm – 6:00pm EDT \nThis forward-looking session will explore emerging opportunities for women in evolving industries\,  how leaders can build equitable\, inclusive futures and the lessons today’s trailblazers want to pass on. This is a conversation about possibility—and responsibility. \nWhy This Series Matters \nWomen’s histories have too often been pushed to the margins of mainstream narratives. Yet these stories—of struggle\, solidarity\, innovation\, leadership\, and courage—are essential to understanding how gender inequality has been built\, resisted\, and reshaped over generations. \nFrom the early fights for maternity leave and reproductive rights\, to landmark human rights cases\, to decades of unpaid and under‑recognized labour\, women have continually challenged Canada to confront its inequities. The push for pay equity\, workplace safety\, accessible childcare\, and fair representation is part of a long continuum of women demanding better—for themselves\, for their families\, and for their communities. And while progress has been made\, the work is far from finish \nFounded in 20221\, The Women’s History Project is committed to advancing gender equality by shining a light on women’s achievements across Canadian history. We believe that understanding the past equips women—and allies—to lead\, advocate\, and create meaningful change today. \nWe hope to see you there! \nVisit our Substack to learn more about what the Women’s History Project does\, and find out about our  1000 Voices\, 1000 Stories podcast\, subscribe to the Voices & Stories weekly digest\, and explore recommendationsrecommendation from On Our Bookshelf.   \nBe part of the history we’re building. \nJoin us there.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/womens-history-project-picket-lines-power-women-who-reshaped-work/
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SUMMARY:Culinary Historians of Canada: Saloons to Soul Food
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of Black History Month\, Faith Ebanks will join us on February 12th to delve into Black history in relation to King Street East and the surrounding neighbourhood in Toronto.  This neighbourhood was formerly the home to the Underground Railroad restaurant and the Epicurean Recess – two Black-owned food establishments that stood during two different moments in Toronto’s vast and complicated history.  Faith will discuss the history and significance of soul food as an edible form of Black culture\, and celebrate the bravery\, innovation and perseverance of Black entrepreneurs\, business owners\, and freedom seekers who not only shaped Canadian history\, but whose lives and legacies are all too often unknown or overlooked. \nFaith Ebanks is a recent graduate from the University of Toronto with a master’s (MA) degree in history. She also holds a Honours Bachelor of Arts (HBA) degree with a double major in history and art history. Her research explored the relationship between horror and the ongoing legacy of slavery and colonialism throughout the Atlantic World from the 16th to the 21st century. In 2023\, she created Being Black on King\, and has delivered it through tours with Heritage Toronto ever since. CHC is grateful for the assistance of Heritage Toronto for this presentation.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/culinary-historians-of-canada-saloons-to-soul-food/
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SUMMARY:The Historical Society of Ottawa: Algonquin Anishinaabeg of the Ottawa River Valley: Yesterday\, Today & Tomorrow
DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker: Lynn Gehl Ph.D\, Anishinaabe Algonquin Advocate\, Academic\, Author & Artist\n\nDetails\nThis year marks the 200th anniversary of the start of the Rideau Canal and Bytown — but how did this impact the Algonquin people\, for whom the Ottawa Valley has been home for millennia? \nDr. Gehl makes the case that\, two centuries later\, we have yet to resolve crucial issues such as that our nation’s capital – the “heart of Canada” – continues to trespass on the traditional and unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg and that the violation of Algonquin rights continues. \nA Special Bytown200 Presentation. \nAdmission is free. All are welcome to attend.\nRegistration via Zoom : https://tinyurl.com/HSO-11-Feb-2026
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/the-historical-society-of-ottawa-algonquin-anishinaabeg-of-the-ottawa-river-valley-yesterday-today-tomorrow/
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SUMMARY:Toronto Railway Museum: Black Railway Porters in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Join author and historian Channon Oyeniran as she shares the story of the Black men who worked as sleeping car porters on Canadian railway routes. This presentation will also explore some of the established Black communities in which many of these men lived and came from\, as well as explore the experiences many Black men had as Sleeping Car Porters in Canada. \nThis presentation will explore and discuss: \n\nWho were the Black Sleeping Car Porters?\nBlack Sleeping Car Porters and established Black Canadian communities.\nLabour Challenges and the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters.\nBlack Canadian Leaders and their connections to Sleeping Car Porters.\n\n  \nAbout our speaker: \nHistorian and author Channon Oyeniran has an indescribable passion and thirst to not only know more about history\, in particular- slavery (historical and modern)\, but to educate people on these issues and to assist in stopping it from continuing! \nChannon is a graduate of University of Toronto with a bachelor’s degree in history and Caribbean Studies\, the University of Hull (UK) with a Master’s Degree in Slavery Studies\, and she is currently undertaking her PhD at Queen’s University. Channon has expanded her knowledge and information about Black History and the issues that the Black community faces both locally\, here in Canada and internationally\, by participating in conferences and workshops relating to the Black experience and history in Canada. \nChannon served as the Vice-President for the Ontario Black History Society (OBHS) from 2017-2023\, where she helped the organization to preserve\, celebrate and spread the rich Black history of Ontario and Canada. \nChannon is the founder of Oyeniran Education Support (OyES)\, an educational organization that helps individuals and institutions identify and align with their intrinsic values\, gifts and nurtures them to greatness. Channon uses the OyES platform and others\, to teach people about Black History. Channon Oyeniran was born in Scarborough\, Ontario but is a longtime resident of the Durham Region. She currently resides in the Durham Region with her husband and their sons. \nAbout the series: \nThe Toronto Railway Museum hosts guest speakers online via the Zoom Webinar platform the Second Tuesday of each month. These talks are free and open to the public\, with a suggested donation of $10 to support future programming. The Toronto Railway is a registered Canadian charity (838626943RR0001) and charitable tax receipts will be issued for donations over $25.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/toronto-railway-museum-black-railway-porters-in-canada/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Toronto Railway Museum":MAILTO:manager@trha.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20260108T201957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T202615Z
UID:10001660-1768417200-1768417200@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:The Historical Society of Ottawa: Barbara Ann Scott: Queen of the Ice
DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker: Ryan Stevens\, Author “Barbara Ann Scott: Queen of the Ice”\n\nDetails\nOttawa’s remarkable Olympic figure-skating champion\, Barbara Ann Scott\, captured the hearts of a 1940s post-war nation – the charming young heroine’s inspiration coming at just the right time as two long\, weary decades of depression and war finally drew to a close. \nJoin us as Ryan Stevens\, author of “Barbara Ann Scott: Queen of the Ice”\, shares the fairy tale story of “Canada’s Sweetheart” who astounded the world with her prowess and grace on ice – and endeared herself to generations of Canadians. \nAdmission is free. All are welcome to attend.\nRegistration via Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/HSO-14-Jan-2026
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/the-historical-society-of-ottawa-barbara-ann-scott-queen-of-the-ice/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Ottawa":MAILTO:info@historicalsocietyottawa.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20260108T152856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T152856Z
UID:10001658-1768330800-1768334400@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Toronto Railway Museum: Royal Tours and Rail Journeys in the life and reign of King Charles III
DESCRIPTION:In November 2025\, King Charles III celebrated his 77th birthday by driving a tram-train in Wales while opening a new rail depot. The reign of King Charles III\, however\, has also seen the decommissioning of the royal train in the United Kingdom. Join Dr. Carolyn Harris as will discuss the changing role of trains in the life and reign of King Charles III over the course of decades of royal tours. \nAbout our speaker: \nDr. Carolyn Harris received her PhD in history from Queen’s University in Kingston and is an instructor at the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies\, receiving the teaching award in 2016 and 2021. She is the author of three books\, Magna Carta and Its Gifts to Canada (Dundurn 2015)\, Queenship and Revolution in Early Modern Europe: Henrietta Maria and Marie Antoinette (Palgrave 2016\, recipient of the 2016 Royal Studies Journal book award) and Raising Royalty: 1000 Years of Royal Parenting (Dundurn 2017) and the co-editor of the English Consorts: Power\, Influence and Dynasty series (2022-2023). Her writing concerning history and royalty has appeared in numerous publications including Reader’s Digest\, Smithsonian Magazine and BBC History Magazine. She frequently provides royal commentary for the media including CBC News and the BBC. \nAbout the series: \nThe Toronto Railway Museum hosts guest speakers online via the Zoom Webinar platform the Second Tuesday of each month. These talks are free and open to the public\, with a suggested donation of $10 to support future programming. The Toronto Railway is a registered Canadian charity (838626943RR0001) and charitable tax receipts will be issued for donations over $25.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/toronto-railway-museum-royal-tours-and-rail-journeys-in-the-life-and-reign-of-king-charles-iii/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Toronto Railway Museum":MAILTO:manager@trha.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T133000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20251126T162214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T162214Z
UID:10001656-1765027800-1765027800@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Lanark County Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting - Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join us via Zoom at 1:30 pm for an enlightening session with Leisa Purdon Bell\, Curator of the Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum. She will explore the fascinating history of the residents at 11 Old Slys Road. \nA Glimpse into the Past \n– Built by Joshua Bates from 1860 to 1863\, the Heritage House has housed numerous families between 1864 and 1977. \n– Notable figures include Truman R. Ward\, the firstborn resident of Smiths Falls\, the community’s electric works\, and a renowned party horse. \n– Additional family names featured in the discussion will include the Davidsons\, O’Haras\, McGraths\, Ryans\, and Gleesons. \nSince 1977\, the Heritage House has served as a community museum\, preserving and sharing the stories of both the home and the surrounding community. Today the museum continues to partner with the Lanark County Genealogical Society\, offering a space for researchers from all over the world in its Genealogy Reference Library. \nAll are Welcome to attend this Lanark County Genealogical Society membership meeting. \nIf you have any inquiries or require more information about the event or to register to attend\, feel free to reach out to Jayne at 613-257-9482 or send an email to lcgspresident@gmail[dot]com. We are eager to assist you and ensure that you have all the details needed to join in to our meeting \n 
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/lanark-county-genealogical-society-monthly-meeting-smiths-falls-heritage-house-museum/
LOCATION:online
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20251028T132530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T132530Z
UID:10001635-1763580600-1763580600@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speaker Night: First In\, Last Out. Women's Division\, Royal Canadian Air Force\, World War II
DESCRIPTION:The Oakville Historical Society is pleased to announce the speaker for our next “Speaker Night”\, Ms. Glad Bryce\, on Wednesday\, November 19111\, 2025. This will be held via ZOOM at 7:30 pm – so no travelling on a cold evening required! \nMs. Bryce is extremely accomplished\, authoring many books\, teaching at the high school\, college and university levels\, as well as being an accomplished athlete. She won 3 gold medals at the 2009 FINA World Swim Championships in Sweden. She is additionally a renowned water-colourist with her paintings appearing in many homes and galleries. \nThis presentation will provide a historical view of the Royal Canadian Air Force\, Women’s Division\, as well as Nursing sisters\, during World War II. Ms. Bryce’s book\, entitled “First in Last Out”\, includes extensive photographs and documents detailing the history of the Women’s Division from its formation to its disbanding in 1946\, as well as stories that show the contributions and bravery of the women who served. \nOur presenter and author of this publication will share the stories of these women\, showing they can be a source of inspiration for all people\, as we learn of their challenging paths during the war. It is notable that when Queen Elizabeth was given a copy of Glad’s book “First !n Last Out” during a visit to Canada in 2010\, she immediately began reading and was so engrossed\, she almost missed her next appointment – and the book was placed in the Queen’s personal library\, later sending Glad a personal letter complimenting her work. \nOne could write pages on this amazing presenter\, and we hope you take the opportunity to meet her\, via Zoom\, on November 19th at 7:30 pm- via Zoom! \nPLEASE NOTE: THE LINK TO CONNECT TO THE ZOOM PRESENTATION WILL BE SHARED IN THE FUTURE!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-festive-gathering-2-2/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20251020T134310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T134545Z
UID:10001627-1763060400-1763065800@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Town of York Historical Society - Atrocity on the Atlantic: Remembrance Day Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Join author Nate Hendley for a special Remembrance Day event on November 13 as he presents his book “Atrocity on the Atlantic: Attack on a Hospital Ship during the Great War.” Learn about the true story behind the infamous attack on the Canadian military hospital ship\, “The Llandovery Castle\,” by a German U-Boat in the final months of the First World War and why the atrocity has been largely forgotten. \nThis is an online event with pre-registration required. Once registration has been complete a zoom link will be emailed to you. Please click here to purchase tickets!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/town-of-york-historical-society-atrocity-on-the-atlantic-remembrance-day-presentation/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Town of York Historical Society":MAILTO:info@tos1stpo.com
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251112T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20250904T134034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T134536Z
UID:10001593-1762974000-1762974000@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Historical Society of Ottawa Speaker Series : A Holocaust Testimonial: My Father’s Story
DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker Phil Emberley \nFollowing WWII\, approximately 40\,000 Holocaust survivors resettled in Canada. (Ottawa became home to many of those Holocaust survivors and hundreds of their descendants). \nPhil’s father\, Dieter\, may be considered one of the more fortunate of those Jewish children to have experienced the dark days of 1930s Nazi Germany and the horrors of “Kristallnacht”. \nDieter was among the 10\,000 Jewish children evacuated by the British government before the start of WWII. As was the case with the majority of these children\, Dieter never saw his parents again. \nPresented in partnership with the Centre for Holocaust Education and Scholarship. \nAdmission is free. All are welcome to attend. \nRegistration via Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/HSO-12-Nov-2025
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/historical-society-of-ottawa-speaker-series-beneath-the-archway-the-history-of-ottawas-chinese-community-2/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Ottawa":MAILTO:info@historicalsocietyottawa.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251014T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20251002T133915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T133915Z
UID:10001617-1760468400-1760468400@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Toronto Railway Museum - Speaker Series Returns with "How Rail Industry Knowledge Informs Heritage Preservation"
DESCRIPTION:Historic locomotives and railcars can be mysterious and challenging objects\, but there are similarities between the 19th and 21st century rail industry that provide historians context for preservation. Join Chris Fox for a lively discussion of his experience in maintaining heritage rolling stock using his industry knowledge that he’s compiled throughout his rail career. \nAbout our Speaker \nChristopher Fox is an experienced and widely respected professional in the rail industry with a career spanning 30 years. He worked as a railway mechanic for Bombardier and GO Transit for over 10 years\, before moving on to the operating trades at GO Transit for the past 15 years. \nHe also works with the VIA Historical Association and the Halton County Radial Railway\, where he has helped to maintain and restore various heritage cars and locomotives including the VIA 6917 (owned by the TRHA). \nHe enjoys anything mechanical. When he’s notworking on trains or engines\, he enjoys fishing\, snowmobiling\, and spending time with his children. \nAbout the series \nThe Toronto Railway Museum hosts guest speakers online via the Zoom Webinar platform the second Tuesday of each month. These talks are free and open to the public\, with a suggested donation of $10 to support future programming. The Toronto Railway is a registered Canadian charity (838626943RR0001) and charitable tax receipts are issued for donations over $25. \nRegister for Rail Industry Knowledge & Heritage Preservation
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/toronto-railway-museum-speaker-series-returns-with-how-rail-industry-knowledge-informs-heritage-preservation/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Toronto Railway Museum":MAILTO:manager@trha.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250805T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250805T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20250714T134841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T134841Z
UID:10001506-1754420400-1754420400@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Toronto Branch OGS - The Toronto History Lecture "Toronto’s Streetcars – How the Past Shapes the Present"
DESCRIPTION:The Toronto History Lecture was inaugurated in 2011 in memory of well-known local and family historian Paul McGrath and his love for telling people about Toronto and its past. Toronto Branch assumed responsibility for the lecture series in 2012\, ensuring that it will continue as an annual event for years to come. It is free to attend and open to the public. \nSpeakers: Brian and Michael Doucet\nOnline via Zoom. August 5 at 7:00 pm \nToronto’s streetcars are an icon of the city and one of Canada’s busiest transit networks. Since the 1960s\, the city has been home to North America’s largest streetcar system. Both today’s streetcar network and the wider city in which they run are heavily influenced by 150 years of transit and transportation history. The creation of the Toronto Transit Commission in 1921 was one of the first examples of a municipally owned transit system and the investments the TTC made throughout the 1920s created a state-of-the-art network that extended service into new suburbs. \nPresenters Brian and Michael Doucet will weave the story of the streetcars with one of an ascendant city which transformed over the past 75 years from a modest\, predominantly British and provincial city\, to Canada’s leading metropolis and one of the world’s most multicultural cities. The streetcars have shaped many neighbourhoods and have ensured that they have remained connected and liveable places. Today\, as a new generation of light rail transit lines is being developed\, this connectivity also shapes a new geography of inequality\, with streetcar lines anchoring waves of new investment and gentrification. \nHead and shoulders photo of speakers Michael and Brian Doucet with iron gridwork of the Bathurst Street bridge in the backgroundDr. Brian Doucet and Dr. Michael Doucet are a father-son team of academics who have spent their careers researching cities and urban change. Michael is lifelong Torontonian and an Emeritus Professor of Geography who spent his career at Ryerson (now Toronto Metropolitan University). Son Brian is an Associate Professor of Planning at the University of Waterloo and one of Canada’s leading housing experts. \nThe Toronto History Lecture is free to attend. Please click here to register in advance.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/toronto-branch-ogs-the-toronto-history-lecture-torontos-streetcars-how-the-past-shapes-the-present/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Toronto Branch%2C Ontario Genealogical Society":MAILTO:toronto@ogs.on.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20250527T135440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T135440Z
UID:10001472-1751916600-1751922000@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Culinary Historians of Canada - Interpreting Canadian Indigenous Cuisine
DESCRIPTION:Shane Chartrand is a celebrated Canadian chef at the forefront of indigenous cuisine in North America.  His culinary and personal journey began in Central Alberta where his family taught him the values of fishing\, hunting and the outdoors. \nHe has received numerous accolades including an honorary degree and the Alumni Award of Excellence from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)\, an Indigenous Community Award\, and an Indigenous Culinary Arts Award.  As a Red Seal certified chef\, he has honed his craft at fine restaurants and hotels\, including the SC Restaurant\, where he served as Executive Chef.  His most recent venture is Paperbirch by Chartrand located in Edmonton’s Old Strathcona Farmers Market. \nShane has appeared in Top Chef Canada\, Iron Chef Canada\, CHOPPED Canada\, Fridge Wars\, and Wall of Chefs.  He has been featured in the Red Chef Revival documentary\, and Mischif Country on APTN.  As an advocate for indigenous cuisine\, he has shared his expertise at keynote talks and food demonstrations from Toronto\, Northwest Territories\, Boston\, Yukon\, and Vancouver to New York City\, Cairo\, and Sharm El Shiek. \nIn 2019\, his first cookbook tawâw – Progressive Indigenous Cuisine (co-written with Jennifer Cockrall-King) was published to widespread acclaim. \nShane will present a talk exploring indigenous cuisine in Canada inspired by his personal journey to learn about the indigenous communities and their relationships and traditional ways with ingredients and foods. \nOn Zoom. Tickets available through Eventbrite: \nCHC Members & Students     $17.31\nCTA Members     $22.63\nGeneral Admission     $26.35\n(Prices include service fee)
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/culinary-historians-of-canada-walking-tour-of-historic-st-lawrence-neighbourhood-in-toronto-2/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Culinary Historians of Canada":MAILTO:info@culinaryhistorians.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250413T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250413T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20250317T132108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T132108Z
UID:10001437-1744552800-1744558200@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Culinary Historians of Canada Webinar: Nigerian Cooking with Ozoz Sokoh
DESCRIPTION:Ozoz Sokoh is a food writer and educator at Centennial College in Toronto. Her new cookbook Chop Chop – Cooking the Food of Nigeria celebrates the flavours and ingredients of classic and traditional Nigerian cuisine. In Nigeria\, the word “chop” is all about food and feasting and “chop chop” is a nickname given to someone who loves to eat. Nigeria’s food is as rich and diverse as its people. \nWritten through the lens of Ozoz’s deep connection to the region\, Chop Chop will bring Nigeria’s food-loving spirit to home kitchens everywhere\, so you can travel\, by plate-by-plate. \nTickets available through Eventbrite\nCulinary Historians of Canada members – $ 14.11\nCulinary Tourism Alliance members – $19.44\nGeneral admission – $22.63 \nInterested but cannot attend? All registrants will receive a recording.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/culinary-historians-of-canada-webinar-nigerian-cooking-with-ozoz-sokoh/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Culinary Historians of Canada":MAILTO:info@culinaryhistorians.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20250320T171057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T171057Z
UID:10001441-1743426000-1743426000@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:La Société d'histoire de Toronto CONFÉRENCE - L'intégration des enjeux environnementaux\, sociaux et de gouvernance (ESG)
DESCRIPTION:La SHT a le plaisir de vous inviter à la conférence suivante:\n\n« L’intégration des enjeux environnementaux\, sociaux et de gouvernance (ESG) »\n\nLa conférence animée par Charles H. Cho\, PhD\, CPA\, professeur et chercheur renommé de l’Université York sera coprésentée avec l’espace d’innovation\, de recherche et d’incubation Desjardins\n\nLundi 31 mars 2025\nDe midi à 13h\n\nLieu : Hybride – salle 305\, campus de Toronto\, ou en ligne via Zoom\n\nCette conférence abordera l’historique des critères ESG\, les défis et les possibilités liés à leur intégration dans les pratiques d’affaires. Le professeur Cho partagera son expertise sur la manière dont les entreprises peuvent adopter des stratégies durables et responsables pour créer de la valeur à long terme.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/la-societe-dhistoire-de-toronto-conference-larchitecture-de-ross-et-macdonald-2-2/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="La Soci%C3%A9t%C3%A9 d%E2%80%99histoire de Toronto":MAILTO:info@sht.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20250317T132405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T132405Z
UID:10001438-1743015600-1743015600@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Historical Society of Ottawa Speaker Series: What was on the dinner table… in Bytown?
DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker: Holly Benison\, Masters Candidate (Public History)\, Carleton University \nDetails: What meals were being served on the dinner tables of early Bytown? For example\, what fare might the Grey Nuns have fed the Irish Famine Refugees upon their arrival in Bytown in the 1830s? Holly Benison explores what might have been the typical diets of the day and the food traditions and social history behind the recipes of that era. \nThis presentation will take place on Zoom. All are welcome to attend. \n 
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/historical-society-of-ottawa-speaker-series-gateville-beyond-a-village-on-the-edge-of-city-countryside-2-3-2-2/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Ottawa":MAILTO:info@historicalsocietyottawa.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20250127T142953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T142953Z
UID:10001412-1739473200-1739473200@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Toronto's First Post Office Speaker Series: Historical Curiosities with Dr. Jane McGaughey
DESCRIPTION:Join historian Dr. Jane McGaughey as she discusses the life and times of Colonel James FitzGibbon\, one of the best-known soldiers in 19th century Upper Canada\, and a familiar face to many in Toronto. Arriving in in the colony as a dashing young officer\, he further earned the public’s esteem for his roles in stemming sectarian violence\, helping others during the cholera epidemic of 1832\, and defending Toronto from rebels in 1837. In private\, he lived a life of adventure\, romance\, and tragedy more befitting a character from a Jane Austen or Bridgerton novel. Given all that\, Dr. Jane McGaughey will ask the pertinent question as to why James Fitzgibbon has become one of the more forgotten characters in Canada’s past. This event will be hosted online and pre-registration is required!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/torontos-first-post-office-speaker-series-historical-curiosities-with-dr-jane-mcgaughey/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Town of York Historical Society":MAILTO:info@tos1stpo.com
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20250108T151320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T151320Z
UID:10001400-1739386800-1739386800@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Historical Society of Ottawa Speaker Series: Black History in Ottawa Streets
DESCRIPTION:Jean-Marie Guerrier presents a virtual tour of Ottawa\, exploring the impact and outstanding contributions of Black Canadians to our city. Via Zoom.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/historical-society-of-ottawa-speaker-series-gateville-beyond-a-village-on-the-edge-of-city-countryside-2-2/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Ottawa":MAILTO:info@historicalsocietyottawa.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20240917T155349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T155532Z
UID:10001362-1738418400-1738418400@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:The History Symposium - Heritage Days Fourth Annual Three Minute Thesis Contest
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, February 1st\, the History Symposium is proud to be offering the fourth annual Thesis Competition to students speaking on Canadian History! They are looking for candidates to compete. \nUp for grabs is $1000 in Scholarships! Deadline for applying is January 17th. \nFor rules and how to apply to this competition\, please visit their website. To apply\, or for questions\, please email inquiries@historysympsosium.com
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/the-history-symposium-heritage-days-fourth-annual-three-minute-thesis-contest/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="The History Symposium":MAILTO:inquiries@historysymposium.com
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20250108T150621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T150621Z
UID:10001397-1737205200-1737205200@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Historical Society of Ottawa French Language Speaker Series: Samuel de Champlain : L'homme derrière la statue
DESCRIPTION:L’auteur Eric Thierry explore la vie remarquable et l’héritage de l’explorateur français qui a remonté la rivière des Outaouais en 1613 et dont la statue est un point central de la capitale nationale depuis plus d’un siècle. Via Zoom.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/historical-society-of-ottawa-french-language-speaker-series-chateau-laurier-si-les-murs-pouvaient-parler-2-2/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Ottawa":MAILTO:info@historicalsocietyottawa.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20241031T144823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T144823Z
UID:10001381-1731524400-1731524400@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:La Société d'histoire de Toronto CONFÉRENCE - Le Canada en Franche-Comté lors de la Première Guerre mondiale
DESCRIPTION:Conférencier : Jean-Louis Grosmaire\, Écrivain\, géographe \n  \nL’immense engagement du Canada lors des deux grandes guerres mondiales est connu de la majorité des gens.  Ce que l’on sait moins\, c’est que des soldats canadiens\, et plus particulièrement acadiens\, furent envoyés loin du front\, en Franche-Comté\, pour contribuer à l’effort de guerre du Canada. Pourquoi et comment ces jeunes vécurent-ils ce séjour en Comté ?  Pourquoi certains d’entre eux sont-ils morts dans les montagnes du Jura ? \n  \nC’est l’objet du livre Acadissima de Jean-Louis Grosmaire\, Prix France-Acadie 2021\, et c’est le thème de cette conférence. \n  \nVous devez vous inscrire pour recevoir le lien ZOOM \n 
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/la-societe-dhistoire-de-toronto-historitour-les-immeubles-dhabitation-aimes-et-meprises-de-larchitecte-uno-prii-2-2-2/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="La Soci%C3%A9t%C3%A9 d%E2%80%99histoire de Toronto":MAILTO:info@sht.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240916T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240916T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20240905T135426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T135426Z
UID:10001344-1726515000-1726515000@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Oakville Historical Society Speakers Night: UNDERSTANDING AFRICAN CANADIAN HISTORY THROUGH THE LENS OF EMANCIPATION DAY
DESCRIPTION:Topic: UNDERSTANDING AFRICAN CANADIAN HISTORY THROUGH THE LENS OF EMANCIPATION DAY: 190 YEARS AND COUNTING \nWhen: Monday\, September 16th\, at 07:30 pm \nWhat: \nThis year marks the 190th Emancipation Day. The occasion recognizes the legal abolition of slavery in most of the British empire\, including Canada\, where the last remains of enslavement were nearing the end through gradual abolition. Dr. Natasha Henry-Dixon will discuss the history of the commemoration of Emancipation Day in Canada and walk through what this cultural and political tradition illuminates about Black history in Canada. \nNatasha Henry-Dixon is an assistant professor of African Canadian History at York University. \nJoin on Zoom : https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85460129382?pwd=ndNuVyz8YUAY7YOXqd4fZBuYOCvK87.1
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oakville-historical-society-speakers-night-understanding-african-canadian-history-through-the-lens-of-emancipation-day/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Oakville Historical Society":MAILTO:information@oakvillehistory.org
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240911T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20240903T161215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T161215Z
UID:10001340-1726081200-1726081200@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:The Historical Society of Ottawa - The History of Firefighting:  Early Bytown to Modern Ottawa
DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker Peter McBride\, President\, Bytown Fire Brigade Historical Society\nPresented in partnership with the Bytown Fire Brigade\, an Ottawa-based non-profit historical society founded in 1983 with the mission of collecting\, preserving\, restoring and displaying artifacts and apparatus that tell the history of firefighting in Ottawa and across Canada. \nChief McBride\, our guest speaker\, is a 32-year veteran of the Ottawa Fire Service\, a Canadian Registered Safety Professional and passionate advocate of “F.I.R.E. Literacy” (F.I.R.E. = Firefighting\, Instruction\, Research & Engineering). \nThis presentation will take place on Zoom. All are welcome to attend. \n 
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/firefighting/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Ottawa":MAILTO:info@historicalsocietyottawa.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240618T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240618T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20240613T140202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T140202Z
UID:10001314-1718728200-1718733600@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporation Act (ONCA) for OHS Affiliate Members
DESCRIPTION:The Ontario Historical Society will be hosting a webinar through Zoom on JUNE 18 2024\, 4:30 PM to discuss the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA)\, and what it means for OHS affiliates. The webinar will be led by Lynne Westerhof of Gardiner Roberts LLP\, and will include a time for questions.  \nRegister here for the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporation Act (ONCA) for OHS Affiliate Members Webinar. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. A recording of the webinar will be made available afterward\, for anyone not able to attend on June 18.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/webinar-ontario-not-for-profit-corporation-act-onca-for-ohs-affiliate-members/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Ontario Historical Society":MAILTO:ohs@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240424T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240424T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T115740
CREATED:20240409T134438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T134438Z
UID:10001278-1713985200-1713985200@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca
SUMMARY:La Société d’histoire de Toronto - CONFÉRENCE - Les pionnières de Montréal
DESCRIPTION:Voici l’histoire de femmes d’exception\, certaines très connues\, d’autres moins\, et du rôle important qu’elles ont joué dans le rayonnement et la survie de la colonie. \nComment étaient-elles vraiment ? Qu’est-ce qui les motivait? Quels obstacles jonchaient leur parcours? Et surtout\, quel héritage nous ont-elles laissé? \nFrançoise Bâby vous invite à faire plus ample connaissance avec Françoise\, Mathurine\, Agathe et d’autres visionnaires qui\, pendant un peu plus de cent ans\, ont ouvert la voie à des générations de Montréalaises. \nLien pour s’inscrire (vous recevrez un lien ZOOM juste avant la conférence)
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/les-pionnieres-de-montreal/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="La Soci%C3%A9t%C3%A9 d%E2%80%99histoire de Toronto":MAILTO:info@sht.ca
GEO:56.130366;-106.346771
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