2024 was NYHS’s 64th year. NYHS played a major role in the opening of The North York History Room in the Society and Recreation Department, 5th floor, North York Central Library. NYHS donated newspaper article scrapbooks, maps, books, and documents on North York’s history. The Board presented Gibson House Museum with a cheque on behalf …
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Elizabeth Jean Mcquillan
McQUILLAN, ELIZABETH JEAN (nee Jackson) “Betty” On November 30, 2024, Betty McQuillan died peacefully at home, surrounded by family. Born in Toronto, Ontario, in December 1930 to George C. Jackson and Florence Rowntree, Betty grew up on Lonelm Holstein Dairy Farm in Elia, North York. Betty taught at Downsview Public School until her marriage in …
C.W. Jeffreys & His North York House
Susan Goldenberg (Nov. 25, 2024) UPDATE-PRESERVATION OF NORTH YORK HOUSE OF ACCLAIMED CANADIANA ARTIST C.W. JEFFERYS- RECENT TALK BY HIS GRANDDAUGHTER NANCY BAINES ABOUT HIM AND THE HOUSE On November 20 (2024) NYHS chair Glenn Bonnetta, vice-president Marla Weingarten, and membership director Susan Goldenberg attended a presentation by Nancy Baines about her grandfather acclaimed Canadian …
OHS Dorothy Duncan Public History Award Honourable Mention to Willow Theatre Project
The Ontario Historical Society is pleased to present an Honourable Mention in the Dorothy Duncan Award category to the Willow Theatre Project, a documentary exploring the history of The Willow Theatre, the first movie theatre in North York. This documentary was produced by the Youth Committee of the North York Historical Society. This student documentary …
The Yorkminster Park Speakers Series for November
With Remembrance Day just three days away, tonight’s lecture by well-known Canadian actor and author R. H. Thomson, By the Ghost Light: Wars, Memory and Families, based on his book of the same title, examines how we speak about war and its aftermath. Using the letters from his great uncles who served in World War One as a starting …
North York and Canadian Athletes Documentary
Please enjoy this documentary about North York and Canadian Athletes created by our Youth Director and board member Grace Sun
GEORGE S. HENRY HOME
In 1898 George Stewart Henry, later the force behind the construction of the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) and an Ontario premier, bought 400 acres of farmland in northeast North York for $14,500. He was 27. It was a lot of territory – Sheppard-Highway 401- Don Mills Road- East Don River. Sixty years later in 1958, …
176th Annual Memorial Day Celebration Pine Ridge Cemetery
176th Annual Memorial Day Celebration Pine Ridge Cemetery Friends and descendants of the Humber Summit Area Pioneers are invited to an informal gathering at the cemetery SUNDAY 25 AUGUST 2024 1:30 P.M. to 3 P.M. Rain or shine 2910 Islington Ave. (at Rowntree Mill Road) Lot 7, Concession 7, North York, Ontario This year’s speaker …
Hidden Histories Unveiled: NYHS Tours Hoggs Hollow for Doors Open Toronto
In keeping with the Doors Open Toronto theme of Hidden Histories, the NYHS led three tours over the weekend of May 25-26. Despite mixed weather conditions, the event saw a good turnout, with history enthusiasts braving the elements to explore the rich past of Hoggs Hollow in the Old Yonge Street area. Marla Weingarten’s research …
Little Jamaica Music History Walking Tour
Join for an immersive tour of Little Jamaica’s music history on Eglinton Ave. W., from Dufferin St. to Marlee Ave. Discover the rich reggae music heritage of this Caribbean cultural hub. Learn about the reggae music icons from Little Jamaica and explore local shops, restaurants, vibrant street art and more. Click to reserve your spot in …