Little Jamaica on Eglington Avenue West, June 30, 2022. Image: Ashley Duffus

April 2023

EQUITY HERITAGE INITIATIVE

Likkle Heritage Treasure Hunt

Saturday, June 3 | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Green P Lot 664 (1607 Eglinton Avenue West)

Up for the challenge? Join us for a free one-day public event in Little Jamaica featuring a treasure hunt (bring your smartphone), music and food.

In teams or as a solo trivia guru, you'll stroll the sidewalks, dash into local businesses, explore alleyways, and engage local residents and shop owners, all to uncover the vibrant history of this Caribbean community.

And what would a treasure hunt be without a chest of goodies?

The team with the highest points will receive a Grand Prize package including a special lunch with Nadine Spencer, CEO of the Black Business and Professional Association, and a high value Cadillac Fairview Gift Card.

The treasure hunt will be facilitated through the free Goosechase App. For more event information, visit our website.

Screenshot from the video, Hidden design at TD Centre, Toronto's Mid-Century Modern masterpiece — Doors Open 2022

EDUCATION & ENGAGEMENT

Doors Open is back

Saturday, May 27 & Sunday, May 28 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Toronto Dominion Centre (66 Wellington Street West)

Mark your calendars. We're excited to return in-person for Doors Open with exclusive guided tours of the 54th floor of the TD Centre. Considered one of the best Modern buildings in Canada, this will be the first public viewing of the 54th floor since it underwent an extensive refurbishment and restoration in 2020!

For a preview of what you might experience, check out this video featuring emerging historian Ori Abara, who got a unique behind-the-scenes visit in 2022. She spoke with archivists, historians, and experts to learn about the importance of this Mid-Century Modern masterpiece to Toronto's heritage.

ANNUAL REPORT

Just released! Our 2022 Annual Report balances rebuilding with an eye to the future

In 2022, we returned to a full schedule of tours, installed more plaques on city streets, and gathered in-person at The Carlu for the first time in three years to celebrate the Heritage Toronto Awards.  

We also marshalled our efforts towards achieving more than a return to a status quo. We launched the Equity Heritage Initiative to engage new voices and fresh perspectives in reimaging our work and its impact. This initiative supports youth-driven programming, which explores creative approaches to storytelling and builds relationships with diverse community organizations.

Only with your support and participation is our charity able to not only rebuild, but to stretch its work, reaching more people and reflecting the diversity of our amazing city. Thank you.

Donors take photographs at the TD Centre plaza while on a photo walk, July 9, 2019.

EMERGING HISTORIANS

Grow your career with us

Got the eye? If you love to capture a moment with your camera and create a reaction, we are currently hiring two Photographers. These Emerging Historian positions will be responsible for photography at Heritage Toronto events, held throughout the year, generating images of people’s encounters with our urban heritage and natural landscape. The deadline for applications is April 14.

Heritage Toronto staff at Berczy Park, August 9, 2022. Image: Ashley Duffus

JOBS & VOLUNTEERING

We need more hands ... join the team

Are you a storyteller and innovative thinker who thrives working on a dynamic and diverse portfolio? Do you have experience developing public engagement through new approaches and digital practices? We're hiring a Plaques Coordinator. The role requires a mix of research, writing, program and project administration, and the ability to execute programs in a not-for-profit, partnership, and volunteer-driven sector. The deadline for applications is April 11.

CENTURY HOUSE PLAQUES

Celebrate spring and your home's history

With a record-setting dark winter behind us, it's time to celebrate spring, and look ahead to Mother's Day. Some of us are even thinking about flowers, gardens and adding curb appeal to our homes. How about you shine the light on your old house, or get a very unique gift for that special woman in your life, with the purchase of our Century House Plaque?

This elegant address marker for 100+ year old homes also supports our charity and its work to celebrate the diverse heritage of our city.