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- David Thompson, Map Maker, Explorer and VisionaryDavid Thompson (1770-1857) fur trader, astronomer and surveyor, mapped more of North America than anyone else. His journals, letters, maps and autobiography provide detailed insights into the fur trade, the Native People he encountered, the lands he explored, and milestones in his life. The year 2007 marks the 150th anniversary …David Thompson (1770-1857) fur trader, astronomer and surveyor, mapped more of North America than anyone else. His journals, letters, maps and autobiography provide detailed insights into the fur trade, the …Archives of Ontario
- Osgoode Hall Turns 175 - Documenting a LandmarkOsgoode Hall, a National Historic Site of Canada, is celebrating its 175th birthday in 2007. To recognize this important milestone, the Archives of Ontario is pleased to introduce this anniversary exhibition, a joint project of the Archives of Ontario and the Law Society of Upper Canada. Osgoode Hall is both …Osgoode Hall, a National Historic Site of Canada, is celebrating its 175th birthday in 2007. To recognize this important milestone, the Archives of Ontario is pleased to introduce this anniversary …Archives of Ontario
- Black Canadian Experience in Ontario 1834-1914: Flight, Freedom, FoundationThis a joint project of the Archives of Ontario and the Ontario Black History Society (OBHS). This exhibit explores the migration of people of African origin into Canada, particularly via the Underground Railroad, and celebrates a community which has played a significant role in Ontario's history.This a joint project of the Archives of Ontario and the Ontario Black History Society (OBHS). This exhibit explores the migration of people of African origin into Canada, particularly via …Archives of Ontario
- Yours to Discover - Tourism in Ontario through TimeOntario is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. Visitors come to enjoy the natural beauty of the province’s parks and countryside, and to partake of the vibrant life of its cities. Yours to Discover - Tourism in Ontario through Time is an exhibit that explores tourism …Ontario is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. Visitors come to enjoy the natural beauty of the province’s parks and countryside, and to partake of the …Archives of Ontario
- Ontario Society of Artists and the Government of Ontario Art CollectionIn July of 2005, eighteen members of the Ontario Society of Artists (OSA) each donated a piece of their own work to the Government of Ontario Art Collection. Diverse in style and subject matter, all the works represent some aspect of Ontario as reflected through the eyes of its talented …In July of 2005, eighteen members of the Ontario Society of Artists (OSA) each donated a piece of their own work to the Government of Ontario Art Collection. Diverse in …Archives of Ontario
- Images of Black History: Exploring the Alvin McCurdy CollectionThe Archives of Ontario recognizes Black History Month with an exploration of the Alvin McCurdy collection. McCurdy lived in Amherstburg, in South-Western Ontario, and collected thousands of documents and photographs relating to black history in the province.The Archives of Ontario recognizes Black History Month with an exploration of the Alvin McCurdy collection. McCurdy lived in Amherstburg, in South-Western Ontario, and collected thousands of documents and photographs …Archives of Ontario
- Story of an Ontario Veteran: Excerpts from the John Mould DiariesFor Remembrance Day in this special Year of the Veteran, the Archives invites you to hear the story of one veteran from Ontario, told in his own words. Join us in reading and listening to excerpts from the World War One diary of John Mould, a patriot and a two-time …For Remembrance Day in this special Year of the Veteran, the Archives invites you to hear the story of one veteran from Ontario, told in his own words. Join us …Archives of Ontario
- Medical Records at the Archives of OntarioCanadians and Ontarians take great pride and interest in their health care system, and the Archives of Ontario is proud to hold an important key to the province’s heritage through the health-related records that it acquires, preserves, and makes accessible to the public. Medical Records at the Archives of Ontario …Canadians and Ontarians take great pride and interest in their health care system, and the Archives of Ontario is proud to hold an important key to the province’s heritage through …Archives of Ontario
- Archives of Ontario Celebrates Our Agricultural PastWhether living and working in a farming community, or watching a harvest sunset while travelling a rural highway, Ontarians take great pride in their agricultural heritage. The Archives of Ontario is proud to hold an important key to the province’s agricultural heritage through the documents it acquires, preserves and makes …Whether living and working in a farming community, or watching a harvest sunset while travelling a rural highway, Ontarians take great pride in their agricultural heritage. The Archives of Ontario …Archives of Ontario
- Preservation of the Wm. Thomson Freeland Panoramas......
- Archives of Ontario Remembers the Home FrontSixty years ago, on June 6, 1944, the liberation of Europe began with the D-Day invasion, involving the combined forces of Great Britain, the United States, Canada and their allies. Several Ontario-based regiments participated in the landings and fighting on a section of the beach at Normandy code-named Juno. The …Sixty years ago, on June 6, 1944, the liberation of Europe began with the D-Day invasion, involving the combined forces of Great Britain, the United States, Canada and their allies. …Archives of Ontario
- Great Toronto FireOn the night of April 19-20th 1904, Toronto experienced the worst fire in its history. The exact cause of the fire was never determined but it levelled nearly 20 acres of land and over 5,000 jobs were lost, at least temporarily. Fortunately, no lives were lost but the fire, which …On the night of April 19-20th 1904, Toronto experienced the worst fire in its history. The exact cause of the fire was never determined but it levelled nearly 20 acres …Archives of Ontario
- War of 1812 in Upper CanadaThis extensive exhibit and history resource showcases some of the personalities and locations that played a role in the war and explores the events of that conflict as told through the correspondence and diaries of those who lived it. These words are illustrated with artwork, maps and photographs from the …This extensive exhibit and history resource showcases some of the personalities and locations that played a role in the war and explores the events of that conflict as told through …Archives of Ontario
- The Subway Turns FiftyOn March 30th, 1954, Canada’s First Subway opened for service. It was an immediate hit with the people; 250,000 rode it on the first day. It quickly became an icon for the booming post-war economy that would define Toronto in the closing stages of the 20th century. The Subway Turns …On March 30th, 1954, Canada’s First Subway opened for service. It was an immediate hit with the people; 250,000 rode it on the first day. It quickly became an icon …Archives of Ontario
- Documents from the Front: The American Civil War and Fenian Raids in the 1860sTwo recent additions to the Archives' collection show, through the private lives of Ontarians, how wider military conflicts and political issues affected Ontario (Canada West) in the 1860s. The Darroch donation consists of rare letters of Canadians serving in the American Civil War . The Willson acquisition is the unique …Two recent additions to the Archives' collection show, through the private lives of Ontarians, how wider military conflicts and political issues affected Ontario (Canada West) in the 1860s. The Darroch …Archives of Ontario
- War Artists from the First World WarThis November the Archives has chosen to highlight the work of artists who contributed to the Canadian War Memorials Fund and whose artwork was exhibited in 1919 at the first major exhibition to showcase images created during the First World War. The images, created by war artists between 1914 and …This November the Archives has chosen to highlight the work of artists who contributed to the Canadian War Memorials Fund and whose artwork was exhibited in 1919 at the first …Archives of Ontario
- Promotion of healthy living in OntarioFrom busy public health nurses to today's Ontario Ministry of Health Promotion, the government of Ontario has always tried to help Ontarians live longer, healthier lives. The promotion of healthy living in Ontario is an exhibit that explores the history and increasing sophistication of health promotion in Ontario.From busy public health nurses to today's Ontario Ministry of Health Promotion, the government of Ontario has always tried to help Ontarians live longer, healthier lives. The promotion of healthy …Archives of Ontario
- Enslaved Africans in Upper CanadaProduced in Partnership with the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration, the Archives of Ontario's newest exhibit, Enslaved Africans in Upper Canada, touches on the lives of enslaved Africans, and focuses on the actions they took to resist their servitude. It reveals that Lieutenant-Governor Simcoe’s 1793 Act to Limit Slavery in …Produced in Partnership with the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration, the Archives of Ontario's newest exhibit, Enslaved Africans in Upper Canada, touches on the lives of enslaved Africans, and focuses …Archives of Ontario
- 175 Years of Hope: A Celebration of the Sharon Temple and the Children of PeaceThe Children of Peace were key to the development of Canadian democracy and social justice. They created Canada’s first cooperative and credit union, and were critical actors in the democratic reform movement led by William Lyon Mackenzie, Robert Baldwin and Louis LaFontaine. The dramatic and ornate Sharon Temple, built by …The Children of Peace were key to the development of Canadian democracy and social justice. They created Canada’s first cooperative and credit union, and were critical actors in the democratic …Archives of Ontario
- A Lifetime -- Day by Day, Five Women and Their DiariesThis online exhibition provides important insights into the every day lives of early Ontario pioneers. When we read about these women’s day to day experiences, the roles they played and the tasks they performed, we have a window into the society in which they lived.This online exhibition provides important insights into the every day lives of early Ontario pioneers. When we read about these women’s day to day experiences, the roles they played and …Archives of Ontario