Etobicoke Historical Society

05/31/2026

Come out to the Etobicoke Community Fair on June 13th (11 am - 2 pm) at Cloverdale Mall. EHS will be there with displays on local history and our books for sale. See below for details.

05/22/2026

EHS is honoured to present Cherri Hurst with the Etobicoke Historical Society's 2026 Jean Hibbert Memorial Award.

Cherri (right) received the award from EHS President Mireille Macia (left), and Cherri's mentor and 2021 Jean Hibbert Award recipient, Mary Louise Ashbourne (centre) at the EHS Annual General Meeting last night at Montgomery's Inn.

Please join us in congratulating Cherri and read her bio of contributions to local history here: https://www.etobicokehistorical.com/cherri-hurst.html

05/06/2026

Mimico Historical Walking Tour - Second Walk added for 3:00 pm. Register at: https://luma.com/6dq3v830

Presented by the Mimico Residents Association in collaboration with the Etobicoke Historical Society

Join researcher‑writer and EHS board member Louise Mahood on Saturday, May 9, 2026, for a guided walk through historic Mimico. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn about the rich heritage of Mimico!

📍 Starts at: Amos Waites Park, 2435 Lake Shore Blvd W (look for the Mimico Residents Association tent in Mimico Square)
🕐 Time: 1:00 p.m. & 3:00 pm
⏱️ Duration: 1 hour

REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
1:00 pm - https://luma.com/afjiouc0
3:00 pm - https://luma.com/6dq3v830

Young children must be in strollers, as we will be negotiating a couple of traffic lights.

04/26/2026

Mimico Historical Walking Tour

Presented by the Mimico Residents Association in collaboration with the Etobicoke Historical Society

Join researcher‑writer and EHS board member Louise Mahood on Saturday, May 9, 2026, for a guided walk through historic Mimico. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn about the rich heritage of Mimico!

📍 Starts at: Amos Waites Park, 2435 Lake Shore Blvd W (look for the Mimico Residents Association tent in Mimico Square)
🕐 Time: 1:00 p.m.
⏱️ Duration: 1 hour

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: https://luma.com/afjiouc0

​Young children must be in strollers, as we will be negotiating a couple of traffic lights. Only 20 spots available at this time.

01/28/2026

We are pleased to share this special announcement from our friends at the Etobicoke Philharmonic Orchestra.

Do you know the story behind Amazing Grace? Have you ever really taken the time to listen to this incredible hymn? What better way to kick off Black History month than to hear and learn more!

Join us on Sunday, February 1st for a 2pm matinee at the lovely Humber Valley United Church to hear Jackie Richardson and Erick Wawrzkiewicz's wonderful duet version of this that precedes a full orchestral rendition.

To learn more about this Hymns to Freedom program and to buy advance tickets, please see:

https://www.eporchestra.ca/season/2526/hymns-to-freedom/

01/14/2026

The Etobicoke Historical Society is delighted to be participating in Councillor Crisanti's Etobicoke North Historical Night - Thursday, January 29th at the Thistletown Community Centre (925 Albion Rd).

Join us to explore, celebrate, and discover the rich heritage of North Etobicoke!

11/22/2025

The Etobicoke Historical Society was thrilled to be part of this collaborative evening with EPO. We’re grateful for the chance to celebrate our shared stories with such talented musicians. Thanks to everyone who came out to make the evening a great success!

10/22/2025

🎶 A Musical Journey Through Etobicoke’s Past 🎶

Join us on Friday, November 21 at 8:00 PM at Martingrove Collegiate Institute (50 Winterton Drive, Etobicoke) for Our Story—a unique concert celebrating Etobicoke’s rich history.

Come celebrate Etobicoke with us in this special collaboration between the Etobicoke Philharmonic Orchestra and the Etobicoke Historical Society, featuring the Local Vocals pop-up choir and Etobian composers.

Artefacts on display from the EHS archives will include a cannon ball from the War of 1812 - setting the stage for the orchestra's performance of Tchaikovsky's thrilling 1812 Overture.

🎟️ Tickets on sale now at: https://www.eporchestra.ca/season/2526/our-story/

Don’t miss this inspiring night of music, history, and hometown pride!

10/16/2025

The Etobicoke Historical Society will be at Deputy Mayor Morley's Fall Fest again this year in Fairfield Park - Saturday, Oct 18 (12 - 4 pm). There will be over 50 Community organizations participating this year. Drop by the EHS booth to see a special display on the history of the Fairfield Park area.

10/10/2025

🏡✨ Explore the Rural Roots of Our Community! ✨🏡

The Etobicoke Historical Society is proud to host "Farmhouses of Etobicoke and York", an interactive and informative digital tour of notable farmhouses in the west part of Toronto created by the Etobicoke York Community Preservation Panel.

This interactive map takes you on a journey through time, showcasing the historic farmhouses that once defined the landscapes of Etobicoke and North York. Discover rare photographs and the stories of the families who shaped our region’s early identity.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, a local resident, or simply curious about Toronto’s past, this digital experience offers a rich and engaging glimpse into the area's agricultural heritage.

📍 Visit the Story Map now on the Etobicoke Historical Society website: https://www.etobicokehistorical.com/farmhouses_of_etobicoke_and_york.html