Ontario Heritage Connection

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[<a href="main.php?page=nextdoorsopen.html">Read more</a>]</TD> </TR> </TABLE> <DIV><IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"></DIV> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="142" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat colSpan=0><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» Useful Links</STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt2 smallfont"><A href="http://www.doorsopenontario.on.ca/" target=_blank>Doors Open Ontario</A><BR><BR> <A href="http://www.culture.gov.on.ca/english/heritage/hpd.htm" target=_blank>Ontario Heritage Properties Database</A><BR><BR> <A href="http://www.archives.gov.on.ca/" target=_blank>Archives of Ontario</A><BR><BR> <A href="http://www.heritagecanada.org/" target=_blank>Heritage Canada Foundation</A><BR><BR> <A href="http://www.canada.gc.ca/" target=_blank>Government of Canada</A><BR><BR> <A href="http://www.ontla.on.ca/" target=_blank>Legislative Assembly of Ontario</A><BR><BR> <A href="http://www.amo.on.ca/YLG/ylg/ontario.html" target=_blank>Association of Municipalities of Ontario</A></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <DIV align="center"><IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"></DIV> </TD> </TR> <TR vAlign=top> <TD vAlign=top> <DIV align="center"><IMG height=5 alt="" src="images/clear.gif">  <form action="http://www.ontarioheritageconnection.org/live/search_news.php" id="searchbox_006012521481110206698:tt9wy9ef3ay"> <input type="hidden" name="cx" value="006012521481110206698:tt9wy9ef3ay" /> <input type="hidden" name="cof" value="FORID:11" /> <input type="text" name="q" size="40" /> <input type="submit" name="sa" value="Search OHC News" /> </form> <script type="text/javascript" src="http://www.google.com/coop/cse/brand?form=searchbox_006012521481110206698%3Att9wy9ef3ay&lang=en"></script>  <a href="http://www.google.com/support/bin/static.py?page=searchguides.html&ctx=basics&hl=en" target="_blank">help</a><br> <IMG height=5 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"></DIV>  <link href="style/style.css" rel="stylesheet" type="text/css"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_p.html">RARE 1698 BOOK DISPLAYED – FIRST DESCRIPTION OF NIAGARA FALLS</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_p_small.jpg" width="164" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> A rare first edition of a book published in 1698 is on display at the Mackenzie Printery and Newspaper Museum in Queenston. Visitors will be able to view <strong><em>A New Discovery of a Vast Country in America </em></strong>by Father Louis Hennepin<strong><em>.</em> </strong>It contains the first illustration in an English book of Niagara Falls and the first eye-witness account. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_p.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_o.html">DIGITIZATION WILL BRING COLLECTION TO PUBLIC EYE</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_o_small.jpg" width="175" height="120" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> Museums can’t display all their artifacts; there just is not enough space. Starting in mid-October 2007, <strong>Black Creek Pioneer Village</strong> in Toronto began an intensive digitization project record its artifacts so that they may be known digitally even when not on physical display. It’s a massive task but so far more than 2,000 have been photographed. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_o.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_n.html">UPPER CANADA’S FIRST PARLIAMENT SITE – DECISION TIME</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_n_small.jpg" width="175" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> Only the street names remain. Parliament and Front is where <strong>Upper Canada’s First Parliament</strong> stood near the shore before fire and land fill made the site unrecognizable. But with the War of 1812 anniversary approaching, <strong>Heritage Toronto</strong> has urged the Ontario government to complete the purchase of the site and to make it a significant historical resource. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_n.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_m.html">MISSISSAUGA HELPS DESIGNATED PROPERTY OWNERS</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_m_small.jpg" width="107" height="90" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> The City of Mississauga has awarded $54,000 in grants through the 2008 Designated Heritage Property Grant program. This year, 14 applications were received through and all were successful. The designated properties are located in the Meadowvale Village and Old Port Credit Village Heritage Conservation Districts, Streetsville and Lorne Park. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_m.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_l.html">MAPPING AN UNDERWATER BATTLEFIELD IN LAKE ERIE</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_l_small.jpg" width="110" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> This summer researchers will be scanning the bottom of Lake Erie to document the battlefield where the September 1813 <strong>Battle of Lake Erie</strong> took place. This battle gave control of Lake Erie to the Americans. As the 200th anniversary of the <strong>War of 1812</strong> approaches we may expect more and more projects marking that struggle. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_l.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_k.html">ONTARIO’S LARGEST FLY-IN OF CLASSIC AIRCRAFT AND AUTOS</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_k3.jpg" width="165" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> Join the <strong>Gathering of the Classics</strong>, at Edenvale near Collingwood, August 2nd (rain day August 3rd) as over 200 classic aircraft and 90 vintage automobiles gather at Ontario's largest classic aviation event. Flights are available all day in the deHavilland Tiger Moth, Harvard or ultra-light Sportstars. The fly-in stresses classic, antique, and 'interesting' aircraft, and their pilots and owners. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_k.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_j.html">JOB OPENING – OAS REQUIRES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_j.jpg" width="122" height="120" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> A part-time contract employment opportunity, as Executive Director of <strong>The Ontario Archaeological Society</strong> is available. The OAS is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated individual with excellent, administrative, organizational and communication skills. The successful candidate will possess a working knowledge of the practice of archaeology in Ontario. The Executive Director reports to the president of a volunteer board of directors. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_j.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_i.html">NEW DOMESDAY BOOK RECORDS ENGLISH HERITAGE AT RISK</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_i_small.jpg" width="114" height="120" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> Even in England, heritage protection is not sufficient to save precious history. Development, economics, vandalism, neglect and time continually encroach on important historical treasures. On July 8th, Lord Bruce-Lockhart, Chairman of <strong>English Heritage</strong>, announced the completion of the first phase of a Domesday Book of the threatened parts of English cities, towns and countryside entitled <strong><em>Heritage at Risk</em></strong>. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_i.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_h.html">GIANT POW WOW ON MANITOULIN ISLAND IN AUGUST</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_h_small.gif" width="121" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> Witness the finest dancers from across North America come together to share their intricate dance styles and teachings. All are welcome to attend an array of cultural demonstrations and teaching workshops. Make plans to attend the <strong>Wikwemikong 48th Annual Cultural Festival</strong> on the <strong>Wikwemikong Unceded Indian Reserve, Manitoulin Island</strong>, August 2, 3, 4 – August Civic Holiday Weekend. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_h.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_g.html">SEARCH YOUR AFRICAN ROOTS IN CANADA WORKSHOP</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_g_small.jpg" width="102" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> Whether you're a seasoned family history researcher or just starting to investigate your ancestors, and whether your family has lived in Canada for 20 or 200 years, you'll enjoy this informal day of shared stories and new insights into researching ancestors with African roots. It takes <strong>place Saturday, August 9</strong> at <strong>North York Central Library</strong> Auditorium in Toronto. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_g.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_f.html">175th BIRTHDAY PRESENT FOR VERULAM AND FENELON TOWNSHIPS</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_f_small.jpg" width="133" height="100" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> A $5,000 grant from a new federal programme will support <strong>Verulam</strong> and <strong>Fenelon</strong> <strong>Townships</strong> festivities marking 175 years of settlement. They are commemorating the occasion with a series of events that continue until October 13 and include a Heritage Musical Festival and a Family History Day on August 23rd. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_f.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_e.html">EATON’S WINDOWS BRING BACK MEMORIES AND HISTORY</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_e_small.jpg" width="135" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> The big beautiful windows at Eatons were a destination for shoppers and parents and children during the 20th century. Wars, Coronations and Christmas were marked in their expanse. The Archives of Ontario is proud to unveil its newest online exhibit–The Magnificent, the Mundane and the Merry: Eaton’s Store Windows. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_e.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_d.html">19th CENTURY WEDDED BLISS? AND PLAY BALL! AT BLACK CREEK</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_d1_small.jpg" width="72" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><img src="images/200807_d2_small.jpg" width="72" height="110" hspace="4" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> You have the chance to participate in two very different 19th century pursuits <strong>at Black Creek Pioneer Village </strong>in Toronto this summer. On <strong>Tuesday, July 22nd</strong>, follow a betrothed couple through the village as questions and doubts interfere with their marriage intentions in a suspenseful drama. Then on Sunday <strong>August 3rd  and 24th</strong> <strong>Pay Ball!</strong> as they did in the 1860s. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_d.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_c.html">NOMINATE YOUR HEROES IN THE FIGHT FOR ONTARIO HISTORY AND HERITAGE</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_c_small.jpg" width="108" height="108" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> Put on your thinking caps–the Ontario Historical Society is a calling for nominations to honour both individuals and organizations who have made important contributions to the preservation of Ontario’s heritage. This year’s deadline to hand in your nominations is Monday, January 14, 2009. The awards celebrate and make more widely known the dedicated people who fight to preserve Ontario’s history. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_c.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_b.html">FLOUR MILL FIRE STEALS LIVING HISTORY</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_b_small.jpg" width="160" height="100" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> A fire that started July 1st at Hayhoe Mills in Woodbridge destroyed the last standing flour mill on the Humber River, which was once dotted with 80 such operations. The Hayhoe facility has been churning out flour since 1828 and, up until Tuesday, it was one of the oldest still operating in Canada. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_b.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200807_a.html">NEW HERITAGE TORONTO WEB SITE OFFERS INTERACIVITY</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200807_a_logo.jpg" width="174" height="70" hspace="6" vspace="18" border="0" align="right" /><br /> <strong>Heritage Toronto</strong> has launched a <strong>new web site</strong> aimed at making it easy for you to connect with everything about Toronto’s heritage activities. The purpose is to be an online gathering place for heritage groups and issues around Toronto. Of course it also includes an easy-to-find schedule of walks from now until season’s end in October. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200807_a.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_s.html">TAKE 100 YEAR OLD FERRY TO LIGHTHOUSE’S 200TH ANNIVERSARY</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_s_small.jpg" width="157" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> On Saturday July 5th, <strong>Heritage Toronto</strong> invites you to tour <strong>Toronto Harbour</strong> on the legendary ferry Trillium on your way to the <strong>Gibraltar Lighthouse</strong> Plaque Presentation & celebration. Toronto Sun Columnist on all things historical, Mike Filey, will give you a unique one hour tour on the water. Mr. Filey has written “The Trillium Ferry and Toronto Island History Book”. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_s.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_r.html">HBC GRANTS AVAILABLE FOR LOCAL HISTORY PROJECTS</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_r_logo.jpg" width="121" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> Grants of up to $1,000 are available for local history projects from the Hbc Local History Grant Program. Applications are reviewed and awards made four times a year. The next application deadline is August 1st. The Grant Program is a joint initiative of the Hbc History Foundation and Canada’s National History Society. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_r.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_q.html">HAVE A VOYAGEUR EXPERIENCE AT LA VASE PORTAGES</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_q_small.jpg" width="165" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="10" border="0" align="left" /><br /> On Saturday, July 26, Friends<strong> of La Vase Portages</strong> will host their third annual canoe day tracing the historic <strong>Voyageur</strong> canoe route from Trout Lake to Lake Nipissing. Experience and enjoy this 14-kilometer section where Champlain and Étienne-Brûlé once travelled. The Friends are working to have its historic and heritage importance recognized and protected from urban sprawl and industry. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_q.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_p.html">OPEN-HOUSE WEEKEND AT MACDONELL-WILLIAMSON HOUSE</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_p_small.jpg" width="120" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> To open its summer season, the <strong>Macdonnell-Williamson House</strong> will hold an <strong>Open House</strong> (no charge) on the weekend of July 5 & 6.  The Museum will be open for all weekend in July and August.  Special events during the season include a Silent Auction, Antique and Appraisal Days and a dance in the ballroom. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_p.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_o.html">HAVE A HISTORICAL CANADA DAY IN TORONTO</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200705_c_logo.gif" width="200" height="84" hspace="6" vspace="14" border="0" align="left" /><br /> The <strong>Tollkeeper’s Cottage</strong> will open officially on July 1st, Canada Day at 2 pm in Toronto. This is one of several interesting events that day around the city on that day, including the annual festivities at <strong>Fort York</strong>. <strong>Montgomery’s Inn</strong> will put on a Strawberry Tea and <strong>Gibson House</strong> will introduce you to old Willow Dale. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_o.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_n.html">FERGUS 175th ANNIVERSARY HOMECOMING PARTY</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_n_small.jpg" width="110" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> <strong>Fergus</strong> celebrates its 175th birthday with a Homecoming party from June 27th to July 1st. On Saturday June 28th come to its <strong>first Doors Open </strong>and a lively street party. Fergus is well known for its wide variety of older stone houses from the late 1800's. "Little Falls" – later Fergus – was founded in 1833 by Adam Ferguson and James Webster. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_n.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_m.html">DOCUMENTING TO SAVE WHAT’S PRECIOUS IN EASTERN ONTARIO</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_m_small.jpg" width="165" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> Development and clearing operations are raging through Eastern Ontario demolishing and destroying both built and natural heritage. The Ottawa Citizen has reported on the attempt of a group of 15 planners who are documenting the special historical places of Eastern Ontario. By characterizing the area’s special features, they hope encourage their preservation. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_m.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_l.html">DAVID THOMPSON BRIGADE TO LAND AT FORT WILLIAM JULY 12th</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_l_small.jpg" width="126" height="105" hspace="6" vspace="8" border="0" align="right" /><br /> For this summer’s Great Rendezvous (July 10th-14th ),  <strong>Fort William Historical Park</strong>  will host some special guests – <strong>the 2008 David Thompson Brigade</strong> as they arrive from an ambitious 3600 kilometre canoe trek to the Fort commemorating the exploits of one of Canada’s greatest explorers. The Brigade is paddling and portaging its way to FWHP, having embarked from Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, May 10th. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_l.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_k.html">BILLY BISHOP HERITAGE GETS FEDERAL MONEY FOR VIDEO AND EXHIBIT</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_k.gif" width="194" height="120" hspace="6" vspace="12" border="0" align="left" /><br /> <p>The Billy Bishop Heritage Museum in Owen Sound has unveiled two special tributes honouring Veterans of the two World Wars, thanks to support from the Government of Canada. Two contributions totalling up to $6,200, provided through Veterans Affairs Canada's Community Engagement Partnership Fund, have been given to Billy Bishop Heritage, a non-profit organization that runs the Museum. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_k.html">Read more</a>]</span></p></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_j.html">FIRST DOORS OPEN FOR BRIGHTON, COLBORNE AND CRAMAHE</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_j_small.jpg" width="177" height="100" hspace="6" vspace="8" border="0" align="right" /><br /> The heart of Apple Country holds its first <strong>Doors Open</strong> on Saturday June 21st. Come and visit <strong>Brighton</strong> and <strong>Cramahe</strong> <strong>Township</strong> (including Colborne) by Lake Ontario. These communities have preserved some beautiful old buildings by continuing to make them useful. Fifteen sites will be opened to the public for tours, demonstrations and festivities. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_j.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_i.html">LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM CONFERENCE IN OTTAWA</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_i_small.jpg" width="137" height="115" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> <strong>The Canada Agriculture Museum, Ottawa</strong> and Upper<strong> Canada Village, Morrisburg</strong> are hosting the annual meeting and conference of the <strong>Association for Living History, Farm and Agricultural Museums (ALHFAM),</strong> Sunday, June 22–Thursday, June 26. Many Ontario experts and museum representatives are making presentations and leading workshops. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_i.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_h.html">NEW HERITAGE VILLAGE GRAND OPENING AT GREY ROOTS</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_h_small.jpg" width="168" height="119" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> The Grey Roots Heritage Village–Moreston in Owen Sound has its grand opening June 28. It will be open to visitors throughout the summer until Labour Day with guided tours available three times daily. Visit the Log Cabin, Blacksmith Shop, Log House, Farmhouse, Bluewater Garage, and see several other buildings being constructed. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_h.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif">  <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_f.html">PROVINCE MUST INCREASE EFFORTS TO SAVE OUR HERITAGE</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_f_small.jpg" width="197" height="93" hspace="6" vspace="18" border="0" align="right" /><br /> The Ontario government could have helped prevent the destruction of Alma College in St. Thomas says the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario. The ACO, the very active and dedicated defender of Ontario’s built heritage, points out that even though the province has the power to designate buildings of provincial significance it has not done so. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_f.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_e.html">ROB LEVERTY APPOINTED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE OHS</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_e_small.jpg" width="160" height="120" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> The Board of Directors of <strong>The Ontario Historical Society (OHS) </strong>announce the appointment of <strong>Rob Leverty </strong>as Executive Director, effective April 21, 2008. He has worked closely with the society in many capacities for 20 years. Founded in 1888, the OHS is dedicated to increasing an appreciation of Ontario's history and preserving its heritage for people of all ages and cultures. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_e.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_d.html">FINALLY: CANADIAN HERITAGE RIVER NOMINATION FOR THE OTTAWA</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_d_small.jpg" width="147" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> Both Canada's Environment Minister, <strong>John Baird</strong>, and Ontario's Minister of Natural Resources, <strong>Donna Cansfield</strong> have officially endorsed the nomination of the <strong>Ottawa River as a Canadian Heritage River</strong>. The next step is for the Canadian Heritage Rivers Board to review the nomination and, if it meets selection guidelines for the System, recommend it to the responsible Ministers. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_d.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_c.html">OLDEST PHOTOS OF TORONTO ONLINE</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_c_small.jpg" width="220" height="113" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> Take advantage of the Internet and <strong>Toronto Archives</strong> to view the magnificent detail of the earliest known photos of Toronto. You could never do this with the original photographs because they would be too fragile. You can zoom in on the finest detail in these pictures and appreciate the architectural detail from 1856. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_c.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_b.html">RESEARCH ONTARIO SHIPWRECKS VIRTUALLY!</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_b_small.jpg" width="171" height="120" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> Details of Ontario shipwrecks can now be searched online thanks to a project of <strong>Save Ontario Shipwrecks</strong> an Ontario Provincial Heritage Organization dedicated to the study, preservation and promotion of Ontario's marine heritage. Years of volunteer work which gathered data from many sources is now available on the Internet in the Marine Heritage Database. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_b.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200806_a.html">PEMBROKE’S LOST CEMETERY FOUND</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200806_a_small.jpg" width="138" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> Dedicated research by local historians has ascertained the site of <strong>Pembroke’s </strong>early Roman Catholic cemetery. They are determined to have it recognized for Pembroke’s 180th anniversary. Pembroke’s Daily Observer outlined the hard work that went into this determination. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200806_a.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_z.html">ALMA COLLEGE DESTROYED IN SUSPICIOUS FIRE</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_z.jpg" width="160" height="120" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> <p>Destruction by neglect did not complete the job, but a fire did. Alma College is ashes as a result  of a “suspicious fire”. The roof of the heritage building's iconic tower collapsed at 12:22 p.m. Wednesday May 28th. Alma burned just days after the Ontario Municipal Board issued a final order approving its demolition. The End.</p></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_y.html">REDISCOVER TORONTO WITH PARKS CANADA </A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_y1.jpg" width="165" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> How did bread dough save a famous vaudeville theatre, and who was scraping paint off of Canada's best art deco masterpiece on a Saturday night? These are just some of the questions Parks Canada answers in its new series of thematic self-guided walking tours and accompanying website. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_y.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_x.html">LONDON HERITAGE IS MULTICULTURAL</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_x_logo.jpg" width="226" height="113" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> <strong>London Heritage Council</strong> has announced $75,000 in new funding, helping 17 groups and individuals in the city under the City of London's <strong>Community Heritage Investment Program (CHIP)</strong>. For the first time the grants are being administered by the council and the list of recipients has been expanded to include individuals and cultural heritage groups. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_x.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_w.html">DOES THE HERITAGE RAILWAY PROTECTION ACT PROTECT?</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_w_small.jpg" width="149" height="100" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> Recently, protection for federal lighthouses in Canada was approved in Parliament. Now lighthouses are to receive the kind of protection that heritage railway building do under the <strong>Heritage Railway Protection Act</strong>. But what is the protection afforded? The <strong>Kingston Outer Station</strong> saga makes one wonder. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_w.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_v.html">TRAILS OPEN ONTARIO 2008</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_v_small.jpg" width="158" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> Ontario Heritage Trust is pleased to offer Trails Open Ontario 2008! Starting June 7, it features a series of events along some of the province's most impressive and inspiring trail systems. Through this initiative, OHT hopes to promote trail use and education, support natural heritage conservation and stewardship, and encourage physical activity and a healthy lifestyle. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_v.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_u.html">ARCHIVISTS’ CONFERENCE REACHES OUT</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_u_small.jpg" width="195" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="8" border="0" align="left" /><br /> The Archives Association of Ontario is meeting from Wednesday June 4th to Friday June 6th in Windsor. The theme is “Building Connections: Creating a Stronger Heritage Community”. Lectures will explore working with museums, the community, educational institutions and other entities with common goals. As well a conservation workshop will be available. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_u.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_t.html">JOURNEY OF A BLANKET – COTSWOLDS TO LAKE SUPERIOR</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_t_small.jpg" width="153" height="100" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> A small town in England has reached out to Fort William to explore their mutual fur and blanket trading history. Fort William was the North West Company’s trading post from 1804 to 1821 where blankets were exchanged for the Ojibwas’ furs. These blankets came from Witney in the English Cotswolds. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_t.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_s.html">HAVE YOUR SAY IN THE DON WATERSHED PLAN UPDATE</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_s_small.jpg" width="156" height="100" hspace="6" vspace="8" border="0" align="left" /><br /> On June 9th, 2008, come to a first in a series of meetings to solicit public input on the update of the <strong>Don River Watershed</strong> <strong>Plan</strong>. <strong>The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority</strong> is the host. The Watershed includes not only heritage wetlands but also such built heritage as Todmorden Mills and the Brickworks. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_s.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_r.html">ONTARIO FRANCOPHONE HISTORY – TRAVELING EXHIBIT AVAILABLE</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_r_small.jpg" width="155" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="8" border="0" align="right" /><br /> <strong>The Office of Francophone Affairs</strong> has put together a traveling exhibit entitled “<strong><em>Ontario’s Francophonie: Now and Then”</em></strong>, celebrating Franco-Ontarian history and the 20th anniversary of the French Language Services Act. It is available for free to any organization. Demonstrate and explore the major contribution of the French people to Ontario from the early days of the voyageurs and missionaries to today. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_r.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_q.html">LAST DAYS FOR ALMA? SIGN PETITION TO SAVE IT AS OMB TIGHTENS NOOSE</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200604_a.almacollege.jpg" width="160" height="102" hspace="6" vspace="6" border="0" align="left" /><br /> Citizens across Ontario are collecting signatures on this petition to Save Alma College in St. Thomas. Join them now. For 129 years, the distinctive high Victorian Gothic Revival architecture of Alma College has stood proudly in St. Thomas, Ontario. On May 16th, the OMB made demolition even easier. Meanwhile, the minister washes her hands of it. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_q.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_p.html">RESIDENTS FIGHT GREEN SPACE CLAWBACK</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_p_small.jpg" width="89" height="100" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> Upset residents are petitioning the Provincial Government to stop progress on a proposed 10-storey condo development on Humber River Green Space across from Toronto’s historic <strong>Old Mill.</strong> The community was shattered when all efforts to save 322 trees and stop this development was dismissed by Toronto City Council on March 4, 2008. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_p.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_o.html">HOW TO CREATE A HERITAGE PROGRAMME</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_o_small.jpg" width="91" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> Free help is available to municipalities and interested citizens who want to preserve built heritage. The Ontario Ministry of Culture offers The Ontario Heritage Tool Kit, a series of guides that explain different aspects of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Planning Act, the Historic Places Initiative and related programs. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_o.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_n.html">LOYALIST PARKWAY’S FIRST DOORS OPEN</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_n_small.jpg" width="162" height="120" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> Take a wonderful country drive between Amherstview and Trenton on Saturday, May 31st when the area along the <strong>Loyalist Parkway</strong> celebrates its first <strong>Doors Open</strong>. Venues along the way include some buildings erected by Loyalists in the 18th century. You will pass through Loyalist Township, Greater Napanee, Prince Edward County and Quinte West. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_n.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_m.html">TOUR COLLINGWOOD’S HISTORIC HOMES MAY 31</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><br /> <p><strong>Collingwood </strong>has the distinction of being the first town recognized on the list of Canadian Register of Historic Places. See six of its historic homes on May 31st in this its Sesquicentennial year, from 10 am to 4 pm, in the Collingwood and District Historical Society’s tour. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_m.html">Read more</a>]</span></p> <p align="center"><img src="images/200805_m_banner.jpg" width="570" height="111" hspace="0" vspace="0" border="0" /></p></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_l.html">PRESERVE THE PAST, SAVE THE FUTURE</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_l_small.jpg" width="105" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> Is our architectural heritage worth saving? As far as Donovan D. Rypkema is concerned, the answer is a no-brainer: of course, it is. The Washington, D.C.-based expert in the economics of historic preservation will explain the vital link between heritage preservation and sustainability at the 2008 Heritage Conservation Conference in Collingwood, Friday, May 30 to Sunday, June 1. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_l.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_k.html">FIND OHC STORIES WITH OUR NEW SEARCH ENGINE</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_k_small.jpg" width="114" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> You can now <strong>Search OHC News</strong> stories on this site using the search box found just before the stories start. Both current and archived stories are searchable. It can take up to a week before the most recent stories have been made searchable. This invaluable search engine uses the popular Google search technology. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_k.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_j.html">IT TOOK 10 YEARS – NOW LIGHTHOUSES PROTECTED</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_j_small.jpg" width="135" height="120" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> Preservation stories don't always have bleak endings. Individual and community efforts often result in successful outcomes. After nearly 10 years of effort, bill S-215, <strong>An Act to Protect Heritage Lighthouses</strong> was passed by Parliament on Wednesday, May 7, 2008. The private member's bill empowers communities to help preserve Canada's heritage lighthouses. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_j.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_i.html">ST. CATHARINES INCREASES MUSEUM FUNDS</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_i.gif" width="171" height="58" hspace="6" vspace="24" border="0" align="right" /><br /> St. Catharines has stepped in to support its own museum with extra funds. The money was desperately needed to address a huge backlog in items to be curated. Shelves and boxes at the museum are filled to capacity and stacked high. The museum needs more resources for cataloguing, special shelving, acid-free storage materials and staff people to do the work. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_i.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_h.html">WIRED GENEALOGY</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_h_small.jpg" width="103" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> Come to the 2008 Ontario Genealogical Society Conference, May 30 – June 1st, 2008 at Fanshawe College, London Ontario – the largest genealogy and technology Conference in Canada! The theme is <strong>Wired Technology. </strong>Learn how to use technology and the Internet to research your family history. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_h.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_g.html">RESTORATION SURPRISES AND TRIALS IN KINGSTON</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_g_small.jpg" width="137" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> When the <strong>Frontenac Heritage</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> inherited a building of shops in <strong>Kingston</strong>, it thought it had a building from the mid 19th century. But as the building at 62, 64, 66 Brock Street was carefully examined, they found it was actually built in the later 1820s. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_g.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_f.html">BILINGUAL FAMILY HISTORY PROJECT GETS GRANT TO USE TECHNOLOGY</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_f_small.jpg" width="195" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> The <strong>Friends of the Macdonell-Williamson House</strong> have received a $49,600 Trillium grant for a one-year bilingual genealogy project in Chute-à-Blondeau, near Hawkesbury. The project will promote interaction between seniors and youth who will research and document local history after training in technology that can enhance their work. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_f.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_e.html">ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXCAVATIONS AT THE BIRTHPLACE OF TORONTO</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_e_small.jpg" width="195" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> Fort York is the site of some of the oldest buildings in Toronto and archaeology there has helped to fill in the picture of York’s (now Toronto’s) early days. On Wednesday, May 7, 2008 7:30 p.m. Governor Simcoe Branch of the United Empire Loyalists presents a talk, <strong>“Archaeological Excavations at Fort York”</strong>, by archaeologist David Spittal. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_e.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_d.html">MAY IS MUSEUM MONTH WITH ACCENT ON GREEN</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><p><br /> The special focus for 2008’s Museum Month is on the "greening" of our museums. Heritage preservation is all about saving and using the old, to keep vital the past and our history. Special exhibits and events and free or reduced entrance fees means you can enjoy our wealth of museums before heat of the busy summer tourist season. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_d.html">Read more</a>]</span></p> <p align="center"><img src="images/200805_d_banner.jpg" width="531" height="82" hspace="0" vspace="0" border="0" /></p> </TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_c.html">HERITAGE SLAUGHTER IN CANADA CONTINUES</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_c3.jpg" width="226" height="132" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> The Heritage Canada Foundation (HCF) has released its <strong>Top Ten Endangered Places and Worst Losses </strong>lists drawing attention to a total of 20 architectural and heritage sites in Canada either threatened with demolition or already lost. Two of the most endangered places are in Ontario, while four of the worst recent losses occurred here. HCF has started a petition to help stop this destruction. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_c.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_b.html">TIME TO NOMINATE YOUR LOCAL HERITAGE HEROES</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_b_logo.jpg" width="215" height="110" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="right" /><br /> <strong>The Ontario Heritage Trust</strong> is seeking nominations for its <strong>2008 Heritage Community Recognition Program</strong>, which celebrates volunteers for outstanding achievements to preserve, protect and promote Ontario's heritage. The deadline for nominations is Friday, July 4, 2008. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_b.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <A href="main.php?page=news.200805_a.html">TRYING TO SAVE OLD RADIAL RAILWAY STATION IN SUTTON</A></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class="alt1 " vAlign=top align=left><img src="images/200805_a_small.jpg" width="178" height="120" hspace="6" vspace="0" border="0" align="left" /><br /> In an encouraging move for built heritage lovers, Georgina’s council is moving quickly to stop a threat to one of Georgina’s most historic buildings. Built in 1906, the building was first known as the Ontario Hydro building and was used as a waiting room and ticket depot for the York Radial Railway until 1931. The streetcar made its way north from Toronto and by 1909 reached the Village of Sutton. <span class="smallfont">[<a href="main.php?page=news.200805_a.html">Read more</a>]</span></TD> </TR> </TABLE> <IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"> <TABLE class=tborder cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=4 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD class=tcat colSpan=0><SPAN class=smallfont><STRONG>» <a href="main.php?page=archive.html">MORE ... click here for earlier stories</a></STRONG></SPAN></TD> </TR> </TABLE>  <DIV><IMG height=15 alt="" src="images/clear.gif"></DIV></TD> </TR> </TABLE> </DIV> </DIV> </DIV> </DIV> <TABLE class=page cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width="100%" align=center border=0> <TR> <TD align="center"><SPAN class=smallfont>Friday July 25, 2008<br>  <br> <b>The Ontario Heritage Connection Society</b><br> <a href="http://www.ontarioheritageconnection.org" target="_top">www.OntarioHeritageConnection.org</a><br>  </SPAN></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD class=navbg align=center><STRONG><FONT class=footer><A href="#top">return to top</A></FONT></STRONG></TD> </TR> </TABLE></TD> </TR> </TABLE> </BODY> </HTML>