Past Articles Index

The Fife and Drum — index

1074 articles · 1996–2023

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Parking at Fort York – We Need Volunteers2004News.Canadian National Exhibition, Fort York Guard, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), fundraising
Parler Fort: Exploring Toronto’s Past, Present, and Future Toronto: A Natural City? Building Our City to Harmonize Ecological & Human Systems2012
Parler Fort: Exploring Toronto’s Past, Present, and Future Struggling toward Democracy in 19th-century Canada and 21st-century North Africa2011
Fort York Historic District Walking Tour (in association with Jane’s Walks) 200 Years of Lakefront Development2011
2014 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkRichard Haynes2014Calendar.
Parking at Fort York We Need Volunteers2006News.Canadian National Exhibition, Fort York Guard, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), fundraising
Toronto Vegan Food & Drink Festival2016
Simcoe Day @ Fort York2014News.Fort York, John Graves Simcoe, Simcoe Day
Fort York Ongoing Summer Programming (July)2012Calendar.Fort York Guard, military demonstration, Ontario Model Soldier Society, toy soldiers
A Special Simcoe Day Fort York Historic District Walking Tour: Toronto’s Changing Lakefront2011
Simcoe Day – Annual Event2007Calendar.41st Regiment of Foot, Fort George., John Graves Simcoe, Simcoe Day
The Friends of Fort York & Garrison Common: What we did in 20212022
Upcoming Events 2005 Historic Fort York –2005Calendar.Blue Barracks, Doors Open, Fort York, Simcoe Day
Fort York Guard – NEEDS RECRUITS2005News.Fort York Drums, Fort York Guard, recruitment, volunteers.
What the Friends of Fort York & Garrison Common did in 20192019
What The Friends of Fort York and Garrison Common Do: Our Accomplishments for 20182018
A Changing of the Guard at Fife & DrumStephen Otto2017
Fort York, Friends of Fort York, and Fife and Drum Honoured at Toronto Heritage AwardsChristopher Moore2016
Mad for Marmalade, Crazy for Citron!2014Calendar.education, March Break, Museum Store
William Chewett’s War of 1812 Orderly Book: A Historian Welcomes a Gift to the FortRichard Gerrard2011
Sources & Further Reading2021
Field Trip: Downtown Toronto’s Community Music & Arts Festival2018
Family Day & March Break2009
ONTARIO MODEL SOLDIER SOCIETY SHOW & COMPETITION2009
FORT YORK SUMMER GUARD ~ DRUMS & SQUAD~David Juliusson2003
Garrison News – A Staff ReportKaren Crisp2004News.Andrea Bouma, Ellen Johnstone, Fort York Guard, Fort York staff
Joe Gill inspired and led The Friends over 25 years, helping preserve and revitalize Fort York during a time of massive changeAndrew Stewart2023
Lynda Macdonald retires2022News.City of Toronto, Fort York Neighbourhood, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Lynda Macdonald
AGM for 2021 and new board member appointed2022News.Fort York Guard, Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, Precinct, The Bentway.
A landmark designated in the Fort York Neighbourhood2022News.Art Deco, heritage designation, Loblaws Groceteria, Ontario Heritage Act
Victoria Memorial Square2022News.David O'Hara, Fort York National Historic Site, restoration., Victoria Memorial Square
Councillors Cressy and Layton: a legacy of fort-centred public space planning2022News.Councillor Joe Cressy, Councillor Mike Layton., Pedestrian/Cycle bridge, Spadina-Fort York (Ward 10)
A Canadian Tribute to Elizabeth the FaithfulNathan Tidridge2022Essay.Canadian monarchy, George VI Memorial Chapel, Governor General, HM Queen Elizabeth II
George Crookshank chest donated to City of TorontoRobert W. Bell2022News.donation, Fort York Foundation, George Crookshank, John Graves Simcoe
An Appreciation2022Obituary.Fort York
Mike Filey: the people’s historianKaren Black2022Obituary.City of Toronto Archives, historic photo, Mike Filey, The Way we Were (column)
Relics of the Rebellion of 1837: the money vaults at Fort YorkCarl Benn2022Essay.Bank of Upper Canada, Officers' Brick Barracks, Rebellion of 1837, specie vaults
Mrs. Traill’s Advice2022Recipe.bread-making, Catherine Parr Traill, Historic Foodways Programme, Upper Canada
Remembrance Day at Strachan Avenue2022News.First World War, Garrison Common, Remembrance Day ceremony, Strachan Avenue Cemetery
New tower proposed at Victoria Memorial Square2022News.development proposals, Fort York National Historic Site, heritage impact, RAW Design
Directors retire after long serviceAndrew Stewart2022News.Elizabeth Quance, Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, Front Street Extension, Niagara Neighbourhood
An esports complex2022News.development proposals, Exhibition Place, Hotel X, Populous (architects)
Metrolinx is proposing2022News.Gardiner Expressway., Metrolinx, Ontario Line, Strachan Gate
The Dieppe Raid and the never-ending debateJohn Thompson2022Book review.Dieppe Raid, Operation Jubilee: Dieppe 1942: The Folly and the Sacrifice (title), Patrick Bishop (author), Royal Regiment of Canada
The aesthetic and symbolism of “Step Forward Into History”Quentin VerCetty2022Essay.commemoration, Fort York, public art, site interpretation
How to grow a statue in a parkJoel Winter2022Essay.commemoration, Emancipation Day, Etobicoke, Joshua Glover
A career soldier and his parents: the private letters of Major-General James WolfeLawrence Ostola2022
A Toronto lawyer’s first military campaign, 1871Donald E. Graves2022Essay.Canadian militia, Donald E. Graves (author), Fenian invasions, Militia
Growing a new statue2022Illustration.commemoration, Emancipation Day, Joshua Glover, public art
Mrs. Traill’s Advice: Dandelion Coffee2022Recipe.Catharine Parr Traill, Historic Foodways Programme, McGill-Queen's University Press (publisher), The Female Emigrant's Guide (title)
Kevin Hebib retires from Fort York2022News.Battle of York Day (event), Carl Benn, Kevin Hebib, recreation
Fort York finds digital allies at Fort BookRobert Bell2022News.archaeology., City of Toronto Museums and Heritage Services (MHS), digitization, Internet Archive Canada
No Fort York Guard in Summer 20222022News.City of Toronto, Fort York Guard, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
The sword of Captain Michael Carman III A material history of the War of 1812Ryan Goldsworthy2022Essay.artifact photo, British Army, Dundas County Militia, Museum of the Royal Canadian Military Institute
The Anishinaabe warriors at York: first to engageBob Kennedy2022Essay.Battle of York, Fort York Visitor Centre, Indigenous history, Major James Givins
Drummers in the midst of the Battle of YorkSeth Ferguson2022Essay.Battle of York, Grand Magazine explosion, historic drawing, U.S. Infantry
Nominal Roll of the Coloured Corps2022Timeline.Coloured Corps, Fort George., Niagara, regimental roll
Robert Scott and the Coloured CorpsAdrienne Shadd2022Essay.Coloured Corps, Richard Pierpoint, Town of York, Upper Canada
The dawn of the invasion of TorontoGary Gibson2022Essay.Battle of York, Sir Roger Sheaffe, U.S. Navy, War of 1812
Mrs. Traill’s Advice: Boiled Corn2021Recipe.Catharine Parr Traill, Historic Foodways Programme, Upper Canada
Leaders of the Guard turn in their uniforms2021News.Fort York Guard, Holly Benison, Sally O'Keeffe, volunteers.
Acting Manager moves on2021News.City of Toronto, Fort York National Historic Site, Kaitlin Wainwright, Tamara Williams
MARY ALLODI (1929–2021) M.C., F.R.S.C.2021Obituary.Canadian art history, Canadian Watercolours and Drawings in the Royal Ontario Museum (title), Mary Allodi, Royal Ontario Museum
DIANNE GRAVES (1947–2021)2021Obituary.Dianne Graves, Donald E. Graves (author), First World War, In the Midst of Alarms (title)
Delivering less than promised on the War of 1812Tanya Grodzinski2021Book review.New York State, New York's War of 1812: Politics, Society and Combat (title), Richard V. Barbuto (author), University of Oklahoma Press (publisher)
Bentway proposal would destroy Fort York’s shoreline landscapeBob Kennedy2021News.development proposals, Pedestrian/Cycle bridge, Precinct, The Bentway.
The Liberty Village Timeline2021Timeline.Fort Rouille, Grand Trunk Railway (GTR), John Inglis & Sons, John Inglis & Sons
A visitor’s sketchbook: Toronto in the 1850s2021Essay.historic drawing, James Graham, Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library, Toronto
Another One? The Upper Canada Preserved Medal, reduxRichard Gerrard2021Essay.Fort York Acquisitions Fund, Loyal and Patriotic Society, Stephen Otto, Thomas Wyon Jr
Museum system responding to Rochette studyBob Kennedy2021News.ancestral objects, Audrey Rochette, collections management, Indigenous history
To care for, to protect: Ganawendan (inanimate) and Ganawenim (animate)Audrey Rochette2021Essay.City of Toronto Museum and Heritage Services (MHS), collections management, decolonization, Indigenous history
Mrs. Traill’s Advice — Natural Dyes2021Essay.Catherine Parr Traill, domestic economy, Historic Foodways Programme, textile arts
Wayne Reeves retires as Chief CuratorAndrew Stewart2021News.City of Toronto Museum and Heritage Services (MHS), David O'Hara, Fort York Visitor Centre, War of 1812 bicentennial
A powerful expression that misses the stories of TorontoMichelle Mayers-Van Herk2021Essay.A Revolution of Love (work), Esie Mensah (choreographer), Indigenous arts, public art
Shining a light on Canada’s women in the Great WarDebbie Marshall2021Book review.Canadian Army Medical Corps, Dianne Graves (author), First World War, In the Company of Sisters: Canada's Women in the War Zone, 1914-1919 (title)
Dr. Margaret MacMillan, CC, LL.D, F.R.S.L.2021Essay.archaeology., First World War, military history, Napoleonic wars
Why military history matters to all of usMargaret MacMillan2021Essay.Indigenous history, Margaret MacMillan, military history, Seneca
The lands of the AsylumJohn P.M. Court2021Essay.Indigenous history, John Graves Simcoe, Military Reserve, Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation
Dear Mother,Mrs Amy Hoppock / John Lambert Hoppock2021Essay.Kingston, letters, Sackets Harbor, Upper Canada
A young officer and his motherBrian Murphy2021Essay.Battle of York, John Hoppock, Sackets Harbor, United States Army
Update from the FortActing Manager, Fort York National Historic Site, Kaitlin Wainwright2021Manager's Report.CampTO, COVID-19, film shoots, Fort York Guard
Mrs. Traill’s Advice on Apple Rice2020Recipe.Catherine Parr Traill, McGill-Queen's University Press (publisher), The Female Emigrant's Guide (title)
Skating always so fashionable2020Illustration.historic drawing, recreation, Toronto, Victoria Skating Rink
What the Friends did in 20202020Accomplishments.COVID-19, Elizabeth Quance, Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, Len Rodness
Work begins at National Casket Company Factories2020News.Aspen Ridge Homes, Core Architects, development proposals, National Casket Company Factories
From Watercolours to Wikimedia: Elizabeth Simcoe’s documentary art at the Archives of OntarioJay Young, Renee Saucier2020
Sir George was not amused2020Essay.British Army, Duke of Wellington, military uniforms, Sir George Prevost
Wellington’s dandiesDonald E. Graves2020Book review.Ben Townsend (author), British Army, Donald E. Graves (author), Fashioning Regulation, Regulating Fashion: The Uniforms and Dress of the British Army 1800-1815 (title)
Mann’s Plan of Torento Harbour2020Illustration.Gother Mann, historic plan, Library & Archives Canada, Library and Archives Canada
The mystery of TorentoRick Laprairie2020Essay.Elizabeth Simcoe, historic plan, Indigenous history, John Graves Simcoe
Skirmish at the fort2020News.Brock Bridge, Fort York, Garrison Common, Pedestrian/Cycle bridge
On the Canadian experience of war2020Book review.Battle of Vimy Ridge, Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF), First World War, Second World War
Leaving honourable victories behindadapted from Donald E. Graves, Excerpted, Not for Self but for Country: The History of the Lincoln, Welland Regiment2020Essay.Fort George., parole, Sir George Prevost, Upper Canada
The New Fort and the origins of hockey in TorontoVictor Russell2020Essay.hockey, military history, New Fort, Royal Military College
Mrs. Traill’s Advice ON PUMPKIN PIE2020Recipe.Catharine Parr Traill, culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme, Upper Canada
Two illustrations of the Officers’ Barracks and Mess2020Illustration.historic drawing, Officers' Barracks, Officers' Mess, Owen Staples (artist)
Battle of York left out of Master Plan for Exhibition Place2020News.Battle of York, City of Toronto, development proposals, Exhibition Place
They fought the pandemicCorporal Leo Douvinos2020News.Fort York Armoury, Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Operation Laser, Queen's York Rangers
Editor’s Desk2020News.Canteen, Fort York Guard, Fort York Visitor Centre, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
Coronation Park restoration is complete2020News.Coronation Park, ERA architects, First World War, landscape improvements
George Fierheller 1933–2020 A tribute to an absent friendSandra Shaul2020Obituary.Fort York Foundation, George Fierheller, Rogers Media, War of 1812 bicentennial
How to Make Mask for Prevention of Influenza2020News.City of Toronto Museums and Heritage Services (MHS) collections, David O'Hara, Ontario Association of Landscape Architects, Richard Gerrard
Mrs. Traill’s Advice on Black Currants2020Recipe.Catherine Parr Traill, culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme, The Female Emigrant's Guide (title)
The Toronto Garrison and the Red ScareTyler Wentzell2020Essay.Active Militia, Bolshevism, Military District No.2, Red Scare
Toronto From the New Fort, 18402020Illustration.historic drawing, Old Fort, Queen's Wharf, St James Cathedral.
Duty, Honour & Izzat2020
Victory Lap: The 1919 Canadian National ExhibitionD.E. Graves2020Essay.Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF), Canadian National Exhibition, First World War, Home Front
The Seneca town on the Humber River2020Essay.Humber River, Indigenous history, Seneca, Town of York
Competing Pasts: Narratives of Haudenosaunee warfare in Ontario during the 1600sJosé António Brandão2020
Editor’s Notes2020News.Canadian Regiment of Fencible Infantry, Fort York Guard, Fort York National Historic Site, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
Hungry for Comfort2020News.Culinary Historians of Canada, culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme, Hungry for Comfort: a celebration of Canadian food history (event)
Mrs. Traill’s Advice on Asparagus2020Essay.Catherine Parr Traill, culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme, The Female Emigrant's Guide (title)
African-Canadian cuisine fills Blue Barracks2020News.African-Canadian history, Blue Barracks, culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme
Richard Haynes turns in his musket2020Obituary.Battle of York, historic interpretation, Richard Haynes, Walking in Their Footsteps
The education of a Canadian CommunistJohn Thompson2020Book review.Edward Cecil-Smith, Not for King or Country: Edward Cecil-Smith, the Communist Party of Canada and the Spanish Civil War (title), Not for King or Country: Edward Cecil-Smith, the Communist Party of Canada and the Spanish Civil War (title), Spanish Civil War
An early modern view of the fort’s barracksBob Kennedy2020Illustration.Garrison Road, historic drawing, Katherine A. Clarke (artist), North Soldiers' Barracks
Retaliation, yes – but for what?2020Essay.Battle of York, Major-General Robert Ross, retaliation, War of 1812
Silver, booze and pantaloons: the American looting of York in April 1813Fred Blair2020Essay.American occupation, Battle of York, Ely Playter, looting
2020 Upcoming Events Historic Fort York2019Calendar.Fort York Visitor Centre, Frost Fair (program), Historic Foodways Programme, The Bentway.
Three generations of macaroni and cheese2019Recipe.culinary history., First World War, Historic Foodways Programme
Ward McBurney and Birgitte Nielsen-Worrall2019Obituary.Bathurst Bridge, Birgitte Nielsen-Worrall, First World War, Ward McBurney
CityPlace Schooner is given a shapeJulia Herbst2019Essay.Archaeological Services Inc. (ASI), archaeology., Concord Adex, Fort York National Historic Site
Kaitlin Wainwright is new Site Manager2019News.Cheryl Blackman, City of Toronto Museum and Heritage Services (MHS), Heritage Toronto, Kaitlin Wainwright
An appreciation: David O’Hara’s many contributions to Fort YorkAndrew Stewart2019Obituary.archaeological landscape, City of Toronto, David O'Hara, Fort York Visitor Centre
A City Mobilizes2019Illustration.Canadian Bank of Commerce, historic photo, Royal York Hotel, Second World War
Second World War industry surrounded Fort YorkColin Sedgwick-Pinn2019Essay.Canadian National Exhibition, D-Day, Fort York Armoury, HMCS York
The Cook’s Apprentice: A Baking Workshop for Children2019Calendar.education, Historic Foodways Programme, volunteer cooks
July / Errata2019News.Autocar Company, Canadian Military History, First World War, Raymond Brutinel
What did we do in the war?2019Book review.Battle Diary: From D-Day and Normandy to the Zuider Zee and V.E. (title), Bomb Girls: Trading Aprons for Ammo (title), Double Threat: Canadian Jews, the Military, and World War II (title), Queen's Own Rifles of Canada
Ginger snaps!2019Recipe.Historic Foodways Programme, Kingston, The Cook Not Mad; Or, Rational Cookery (title), Upper Canada
Fort York’s soldiers, then and now2019Illustration.Fort York Armoury, Fort York Guard, Queen's York Rangers, Royal Regiment of Canada
“What do you want, Private … a medal?”Kevin Hebib2019Essay.British Army, Canadian Forces, medals, military honours
Beleaguered teachers!2019Advertisement.education, fur trade, Ontario curriculum, Rebellion of 1837
New fifes in the field2019News.Canadian Regiment of Fencible Infantry, fife and drum, Fort York Guard, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
Leading the warriors on Queenston Heights: The account of TeyoninhokarawenCarl Benn2019Book review.A Mohawk Memoir from the War of 1812 (title), Battle of Queenston Heights, Carl Benn, John Norton – Teyoninhokarawen
Garrison Crossing open for travel2019News.Garrison Common, Garrison Crossing, Ordnance Street Triangle, Pedestrian/Cycle bridge
A Mohawk warrior at Queenston Heights2019Illustration.Battle of Queenston Heights, Carl Benn, Haudenosaunee, John Norton
REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE2019Illustration.Remembrance Day ceremony (program)
The Cook’s Apprentice: A Savoury Cooking Workshop for Children2019Advertisement.children's programming, education, Historic Foodways Programme
Mince Pies: An Historical Cooking Workshop2019Calendar.culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme, volunteer cooks
In Flanders Fields: A Multicultural Poetry Event2019Calendar.EtCetera – Arts and Science Club, First World War, In Flanders Fields (poem), John McCrae
Canada’s Table: A Celebration of Our Cookbooks2019Calendar.Canada's Table: A Celebration of Our Cookbooks (event), culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme
Rental towers growing around Fort York2019News.development proposals, Garrison Common, Hariri Pontarini Architects, Ordnance Street Triangle
A summer’s day on the waterfrontEwan Wardle2019Illustration.George Russell Dartnell, Gibraltar Point lighthouse, historic drawing, New Fort
Gingerbread Make & Bake2019
SickKids GetLoud2019News.community event, fundraising, SickKids Foundation
The Big Draw2019Calendar.SickKids Foundation, third-party event
A City Mobilizes: Toronto and the Second World War2019Calendar.80th anniversary, Elizabeth Simcoe, Home Front, Second World War
Butter Tart Workshop2019Calendar.culinary history., First World War, Historic Foodways Programme
War Footing: The Second World War in Toronto2019Calendar.mobilization, Second World War, walking tour, war industry
Campaign Cooking2019Calendar.Campaign Cooking, Historic Foodways Programme, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, War of 1812
After the War (Temporary Exhibition)2019Advertisement.Canadian Centre for the Great War, demobilization, First World War, Great War
Toronto Vegandale Food Drink Festival2019Advertisement.
Sumach Roots: Canadian Vignettes (part of Simcoe Day)2019Calendar.Canadian Vignettes, Simcoe Day
Simcoe Day at Fort York2019Calendar.Emancipation Day, Fort York Guard, John Graves Simcoe, Ontario Black History Society
Flare2019Calendar.Emancipation Day, Fort George., John Graves Simcoe, Ontario Black History Society
From Pollinators to Produce: Exploring a Heritage Kitchen Garden2019Calendar.Fort York beehives, Historic Foodways Programme, site interpretation, Toronto Honeys
Follow the Drum: Celebrating Our Musical Heritage2019Calendar.Fort York beehives, Historic Foodways Programme, Toronto Honeys
The Big Picnic: 1919 at Fort York2019Calendar.culinary history., First World War, Historic Foodways Programme, Toronto's Table
All Day I Dream of Toronto Magic2019Calendar.All Day I Dream (event), First World War, The Big Picnic: 1919 (event), Toronto's Table
Cool Tastings: Heritage Ice Cream2019Calendar.culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme, Recipe for Victory: Great War Food from the Front and Kitchens Back Home (title), Setting A Fine Table (title)
The Bentway Block Party2019Calendar.Historic Foodways Programme, The Bentway., Toronto's Table
Schooners to Skyscrapers: The History of the Fort York Neighbourhood2019Calendar.Fort York Neighbourhood, Samantha Horne, The Bentway., walking tour
Resource Centre active and growing2019News.Carl Benn, John Graves Simcoe, Queen's Rangers, Resource Centre
The new art of Greg Legge, military illustratorDonald E. Graves2019Essay.Donald E. Graves (author), Greg Legge (artist/illustrator), Lincoln and Welland Regiment, military art
Stanley Barracks need an idea2019News.archaeology., Exhibition Place, Hotel X, restoration.
A fine new look at a rarely seen theatreTanya J. Grodzinski2019Book review.Gillium Ferguson (author), Illinois in the War of 1812 (title), Illinois Territory, University of Illinois Press (publisher)
Heritage ice cream returns for the summer2019News.culinary history., Frederick Nutt (author), Historic Foodways Programme, Setting A Fine Table (title)
Wellington Destructor gets more love in revised plans for abattoir siteBob Kennedy2019News.2 Tecumseth., development proposals, KPMB Architects, TAS
Toronto in the 1850s2019Illustration.historic photo, maps, Toronto, University College
The Three Robinson Sisters2019Illustration.Bishop Strachan, George Allan, George Berthon (artist), historic portrait
The Lefroy PortraitWayne Reeves2019Essay.George Theodore Berthon (artist/portraitist), John Henry Lefroy, portrait, Royal Artillery
Love and magnetical science by the Taddle Creek ravineSharon Lefroy2019Essay.Henry Lefroy, John Beverley Robinson, Royal Artillery, Toronto Observatory
Emily and Henry at the Toronto Observatory2019Essay.Henry Lefroy, King's College, Royal Artillery, Toronto Observatory
A Canadian rifleman in the summer of ’442019Illustration.4th Canadian Armoured Division, Canadian Army, Greg Legge (military illustrator), Normandy
Summer at Fort YorkRichard Haynes2019News.D-Day commemoration, Garrison Crossing, Indigenous Arts Festival., Toronto Outdoor Picture Show
The Rexall™ OneWalk to Conquer Cancer™2019
On the Road North (Temporary Exhibition)2019Calendar.Emancipation Day, Follow the Drum (event), Parks Canada, temporary exhibition
7th Annual Indigenous Arts Festival2019Calendar.Indigenous Arts Festival., Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation, Na-Me-Res (Native Men's Residence), National Indigenous Peoples Day
Alma Foundation’s Annual Party2019Calendar.Alma Foundation, Blue Barracks, third-party event
Artillery Day (part of Doors Open Toronto)2019Calendar.Artillery Day (event), Doors Open (event), War of 1812
20th Annual Doors Open Toronto2019News.architecture, Doors Open (event), Fort York National Historic Site, War of 1812
Spring BeerfestTO2019Calendar.Garrison Common, third-party event
18th Annual Meagan’s Walk and Hug2019Calendar.community event, Meagan's Walk, SickKids Foundation
2019 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkErica Roppolo2019Calendar.Battle of York Weekend, Renegade Arts Entertainment, The Loxleys and the War of 1812 (title)
Everything you need2019Advertisement.calligraphy, Canteen, Fort retail
Many traditions blend to keep us warmNatasha Henry2019Essay.African-Canadian history, culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme, Soul Food
Hot winter flavours provide all kinds of comfort2019News.culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme, Hungry for Comfort: a celebration of Canadian food history (event), Ontario Black History Society
Fort York Foundation has a new Executive Director2019News.Fort York Foundation, Fort York Visitor Centre, Magna Carta and the Charter of the Forest (exhibit), Robert W. Bell
A summer afternoon2019Illustration.Fort York, Garrison Common, historic painting, Jean Earle Geeson (artist)
The mortifying intelligence of the Capital’s untimely fall2019Essay.Battle of York, Kingston, Sir George Prevost, Sir Roger Sheaffe
The historian as a really good listenerDavid Roberts2019Book review.A Township at War (title), East Flamborough, First World War, Jonathan Vance (author)
SurroundedApril 2019, Text: Bob Kennedy2019News.2 Tecumseth., development proposals, Garrison Crossing, Ordnance Street Triangle
The hazards of renting period-room exhibits: the example of the Fort York Officers’ BarracksCarl Benn2019
Coronation Park is being restoredSandra Shaul2019News.Coronation Park, First World War, Mayor John Tory., restoration.
Na-Me-Res Annual Traditional Pow Wow2019Calendar.Indigenous Arts Festival., Na-Me-Res, National Indigenous Peoples Day, pow wow
March Break Family Drop-in2018Calendar.Battle of York Experience, education, Historic Foodways Programme, historic photo
Hungry for Comfort: A Celebration of Food History2018Advertisement.culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme, Hungry for Comfort: a celebration of Canadian food history (event)
Family Winter Fun Day2018Calendar.Blue Barracks, Fort York Visitor Centre, Historic Foodways Programme, The Bentway.
The Winter Season at Fort York2018Calendar.Battle of York, Fort York Visitor Centre, Historic Foodways Programme, The Bentway.
Deviled Eggs2018Recipe.
Queen’s York Rangers gain new Commanding Officer2018News.Fort York Armoury, Frank Atyeo., Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant-Colonel James Stocker
New plaques created for gravestonesBirgitte Nielson2018News.restoration., Victoria Memorial Square
A note on heritage restorationBob Kennedy2018News.Fort York's masonry restored (article title), restoration.
Anthology of The Fife and Drum sets sail2018News.Adrian Gamble (editor), Fort York: Stories from the Birthplace of Toronto (title), FY publication.
Irregular warfare wounds NiagaraDonald E. Graves2018Essay.Ancaster Bloody Assize, Battle of Chippawa, Benajah Mallory, Brigadier-General Peter B. Porter
Profile of a hero: explaining the many portraits of BrockWesley Turner2018Book review.Canadian War Museum, Ferdinand B. Tupper, George Berthon (artist/portraitist), Gerrit Schipper (artist/portraitist)
CityPlace Schooner built for shallow waterJulia Herbst2018Essay.Archaeological Services Inc. (ASI), cargo carrier, Carolyn Kennedy, caulking
The Cook’s Apprentice2018Advertisement.education, gingerbread, Historic Foodways Programme
Toronto Soup Festival2018Calendar.Battle of York, Fort York after Dark, Gibraltar Point lighthouse, lantern tours
Canada’s Table: A Celebration of Cookbooks2018Calendar.Canada's Table (event), culinary history., Fort York National Historic Site, Historic Foodways Programme
An anthology sampler2018Illustration.Fort York: Stories from the Birthplace of Toronto (book title)
Mary Riter Hamilton2018Illustration.First World War, historic drawing, Parallels (exhibit), Ypres Cathedral (title of painting)
After the War of 1812: the strategy and cost of defending British North AmericaTony Partington2018Essay.Active Militia, Algonquin Park, Bathurst Street Barracks, Board of Ordnance
Assault on Fort ErieSid Calzavara2018Illustration.Battle of Fort Erie, commemoration, event, Fort York Guard
Fort York’s brick masonry restoredGordon Lok2018Essay.ArconTEST Incorporated (ARC), Brick Magazine, Colonial Building Restoration Inc., restoration.
Ice cream added to the Canteen’s delights2018News.Fort retail, Historic Foodways Programme
Our favourite rhubarb recipesBridget Wranich, Melissa Benyon2018Recipe.Fort York Historic Foodways Programme.
Big crowds, big guns2018Illustration.Artillery Day (event), Fort York Guard, Limber Gunner Association.
Fort George getting a new plan2018News.Niagara National Historic Sites., Parks Canada
From the CNE to Vimy RidgeDavid Roberts2018Book review.Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada, Argyll Regimental Foundation, Battle of Vimy Ridge, Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF)
The principled legacy of Stephen OttoAndrew Stewart2018Obituary.anthology., Fort York, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Stephen Anderson Otto
Art as evidence of history: two paintings by Robert IrvineStephen Otto2018Essay.Amherstburg, Art Gallery of Ontario, Assistant Commisary-General George Crookshank (Cruikshank), Battle of Lake Erie
St. John’s free clinic served the poorVictor Russell2018Essay.British Army, Canadian Forces, demobilization, Downtown Church Workers Association (DCWA)
Governor General’s Medal in Architecture awarded to Fort York Visitor CentreBob Kennedy2018News.Bentway Conservancy., City of Toronto, defensive site, Fort York Foundation
Bentway building summer2018News.Mayor John Tory., Strachan Gate, The Wharf
Engaging the founding landscape of TorontoMarc Ryan2018Essay.2 Tecumseth., Bentway, Lower Garrison Creek Park., Public Work
The unsolved mystery of fighting onJohn Thompson2018Book review.4th Canadian Division., 75th CEF Battalion, Canadian Unit, Formation, and Command Histories series, First World War
Snowdrifts at the FortShawn Micallef2018Essay.Stephen Otto
Howie Toda (1927–2017)2018Obituary.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Howie Toda
Who would lay cement with a silver-plated trowel?Richard Gerrard2018Essay.artifact photo, Church of St John the Evangelist, City of Toronto Museums and Heritage Services (MHS) collections, Garrison Church.
Fort Rouillé an outpost of French diplomacy and tradeCarl Benn2018
Indigenous Day Live with APTN2018News.APTN, Indigenous arts, Indigenous Arts Festival.
National Indigenous Peoples Day and Indigenous Arts Festival2018Calendar.Indigenous arts, Indigenous Arts Festival., Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation, Na-Me-Res
Two Centuries of Firepower: Artillery Day at Fort York2018Calendar.2nd Regiment, Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, 7th Toronto Regiment (Royal Canadian Artillery), Artillery Day (event), Doors Open (event)
Doors Open Toronto presented by Great Gulf2018Calendar.Doors Open, Fort York National Historic Site, War of 1812
Victoria Day at Fort York2018Calendar.English country dancing, Fort York Guard, Historic Foodways Programme, Victoria Day
Beerlicious Spring Sessions – Ticketed Event2018Calendar.Beerlicious Spring Sessions (event), Festival of Beer, Garrison Common
The French and British Forts of Toronto – A Bicycle Tour2018Calendar.Fort Rouille, Indigenous history, Jane's Walk, Teiagon
Fort York volunteers given Ontario honour2018News.Historic Foodways Programme, volunteer cooks
Ancient arrowhead donated years after first discovered2018Illustration.artifact photo, City of Toronto Museums and Heritage Services (MHS) collections, Indigenous history, Jeanne Carter
Culinary historians savour winter cuisinesMelissa Beynon2018Essay.Alison Norman (Trent University Frost Centre for Canadian and Indigenous Studies), Chantal Vechambre, Fiona Lucas, Historic Foodways Programme
Applewood Military History Series joins Fort York’s canteen2018Essay.Applewood facsimile series, culinary history., Fort retail
We’re Surrounded: A guide to changes on the perimeter of Fort York National Historic SiteBob Kennedy2018
Raspberry Cream for dessert!2018Recipe.
What The Friends of Fort York Do: Our Accomplishments for 20172017Accomplishments.
The Electronic Capture of Fort YorkWilliam Michael Carter2017Essay.CyArk, digital data storage, Iron Mountain, laser scanning
Mary Beacock Fryer (1929–2017)Daniel Dishaw2017Obituary.John Graves Simcoe Biography.
Neighbourhood School Named for Alexander Macdonell, the Fighting BishopFather Seamus Hogan2017Essay.Alexander Macdonell (1762-1840), Glengarry Light Infantry Fencibles, Upper Canada, War of 1812
Bentway Skate Trail Opens @ Fort York on January 6Kasia Gladki2017News.The Bentway.
2018 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkRichard Haynes2017Calendar.Bentway Conservancy., Fort York Visitor Centre, lantern tour, The Bentway.
Gingerbread Make and Bake (extra fun for kids ages 4 and up)2017Advertisement.Arena Design, Fort York Foundation, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
The Cook’s Apprentice (historical cooking for kids 8 to 12)2017Calendar.Frost Fair (program), Historic Foodways Programme, Officers' Mess Kitchen, volunteer cooks
Historic Cooking Classes in the 1826 Officers’ Mess Kitchen: Mince Pies2017Advertisement.cooking class, Historic Foodways Programme, mince pies, Officers' Mess
Remembrance Day Commemoration2017News.commemoration, First World War, Remembrance Day ceremony
Canada Cooks, Toronto Eats!2017Calendar.IODE, Remembrance Day ceremony, Strachan Avenue Cemetery, Toronto Garrison
Historic Cooking Workshop: The Iconic Canadian Butter Tart2017Calendar.butter tart, First World War, Historic Foodways Programme
Ancient Human-Powered Transportation Coming to The BentwayKasia Gladki2017News.construction, Gardiner Expressway., skating, The Bentway.
Recipe for a ‘Crustade’Bridget Wranich2017Recipe.Historic Foodways Programme, mediaeval recipe, Sweet pie
Fort York’s Apiary Alive and WellBob Kennedy2017News.Bridget Wranich, Fort York beehives, Historic Foodways Programme, Toronto Honeys
Fort York and The Telegram’s Photographic ArchivesMichael Moir2017Essay.archives, Clara Thomas Archives and Special Collections, Fort York Guard in the 1960s & 1970s, Fort York Guard in the 1960s & 1970s
Preserving the Robinson CottagesDaniel Dishaw2017News.Garrison Common cottages, Patrick Cummins photographs.
Canada Day at Reveley Lodge, 2017Catherine Whitaker2017Essay.Albert Ranney Chewett, William Chewett.
The Invictus Games at Fort YorkBruce Kidd2017Essay.archery event, Invictus Games, post-traumatic stress disorder., Prince Harry
Frost Fair2017Calendar.Frost Fair (program), gingerbread, Historic Foodways Programme, volunteer cooks
Fort York After Dark: Lantern Tours2017Calendar.Canada 150, Canada Cooks, Toronto Eats! (event), City of Toronto, culinary history.
In Review: Always Ready: A History of the Royal Regiment of CanadaRobert L. Fraser2017Book review.Dieppe Raid, Donald E. Graves (author), Militia, Royal Regiment of Canada
Manager’s ReportDavid O'Hara2017Manager's Report."1812: The Art of War" (exhibit), "An Act of Timing" (installation), "In defence of an empire: Six Nations of the Grand River and the Great War" (event), "Niinwin-Dabaadjmowin - We Are Talking" (exhibit-mural)
Vimy 100 Toronto at Fort YorkBob Kennedy2017News.commemoration, Great War, Parade and Service of Remembrance., Vimy Ridge
Redeveloping the Abattoir Site2017News.2 Tecumseth St., Quality Meats, TAS Design Build
Chinese-Canadian Community Leader and Upper Canada’s First Catholic Bishop Commemorated in Neighbourhood Schools2017
New Managing Editor Sought for Fife & Drum2017
More Parkland in the Vicinity of Fort York Approved2017News.28 Bathurst Street, Build Toronto, Consumers' Gas, Councillor Mike Layton.
Friends of Fort York Hold AGM2017News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
More on Thomas J. Sutherland’s Trial at Fort YorkJohn C. Carter2017Essay.24th (the 2nd Warwickshire) Regiment of Foot, American Patriot Army, court martial, Fort Malden
Fort York Guard Footsore for CanadaWilliam Stewart2017Essay.1967, British square, Fort George., George Waters
Fort York Bridge Now Has a Name2017News.Garrison Common, Garrison Crossing, Ordnance Street Triangle, Stanley Park
In Review: Defending the Inland Shores: Newfoundland in the War of 1812Ewan Wardle2017Book review.Andrew Bulger., Battle of York, Captain Francois Tito LeLievre, Fencible Regiments
Lawren Harris and Victoria Memorial SquareScott James2017Essay.Bathurst Street gas holders, garrison cemetery, historic drawing, J.E.H. MacDonald painting Tracks and Traffic (1911)
Friends Propose Name for New Neighbourhood School2017News.Fort York Boulevard and Brunel Court., Jean Earle Geeson, Toronto District School Board
Breaking News: Disabled Fort York Maps Site Will Be Restored2017News.image hosting., maps, Marcel Fortin University of Toronto Map and Data Library, Nathan Ng
Our Call for Help Answered2017News.Adrian Gamble, Carole Stimmell, Daniel Dishaw., Friends of Fort York (FoFY) editorial committee
Ceta Ramkhalawansingh, Woman of Distinction2017News.2017 Woman of Distinction, equity and diversity manager City of Toronto, Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, International Women's Day
Oops! We Erred!2017News.historic photo, John Strachan, Trinity College Archives
Thomas Jefferson Sutherland’s Incarceration and Trial at Fort YorkJohn C. Carter2017Essay.Fort Malden, historic drawing, historic photo, Lawless Aggression Act 1838
John Graves Simcoe’s First Fort Yorkin collaboration.2017Essay.Captain David Shank, Captain Samuel Smith, Garrison Creek, historic drawing
The Bentway UpdateKasia Gladki2017News.Bentway, The Bentway., Watertable.
2017 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkRichard Haynes2017Calendar.Battle of York Day (event), Canada 150, First World War, regimental colours
Simcoe’s GunsRichard Gerrard2016News.Fort York Acquisition Fund., John Graves Simcoe, Spanish bronze cannon, Wolford Lodge estate
Restoring Henry EvattWayne Reeves2016News.Fort York Acquisitions Fund, Henry Evatt Fort York barrack master (1835-41) portrait restoration, historic drawing, Parks Canada
100th Anniversary of World War 1 Exhibit Announcement2016News.commemoration, exhibit, First World War, Fort York Visitor Centre
What The Friends of Fort York Do: Our Accomplishments for 20162016Accomplishments.
Of Importance and Noted2016News.Blue Barracks, Canadian Military History (journal), court martial, Eamonn O'Keeffe
Toronto’s Big BangChristopher Hume2016Essay.Battle of York, Fay Weldon The Shrapnel Academy, Grand Magazine explosion, Robert Fulford Accidental City.
The Bentway Update: Programming the SpaceKasia Gladki2016News.
Illuminating Victoria Memorial Square: CITYLights 2016Lee Jacobson2016Essay.Diane Pott, Lee Jacobson., Mary Ellen Lynch, Nuit Blanche
Faith and the FortMichael Peterson2016Essay.Catholic soldiers, chaplains, Church of England, dissenting denominations
New Exhibits Introduce Historic Fort YorkBrian Leigh Dunnigan2016Essay.Fort York Visitor Centre exhibits, Treaty of Ghent, William L. Clements Library, University of Michigan artifact photos.
The Bentway Update: Turning Vision into RealityKasia Gladki2016News.The Bentway.
Construction Started on Fort York Bridge2016News.archaeology., cycling path, Garrison Common, Pedestrian/Cycle bridge
Call for Help Editing The Fife and Drum2016News.fife and drum, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), volunteers.
Members Only Reception2016News.Fort York Visitor Centre, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), membership, Wayne Reeves
Tyler Wentzell Appointed to The Friends’ Board2016News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, Tyler Wentzell
Rail Deck ParkChristopher Moore2016Essay.Garrison Common, Rail Deck Park proposed
How Jean Geeson Saw the Fort2016Illustration.Cook house, East Blockhouse, historic drawing, the Canteen
The Terrace of Small Bow-Fronted Houses on Niagara StreetAzan Armaki Marzieh, Stephen Otto2016Essay.bay and gable house type., George R. Harper (architect), James Mooney (landowner), Niagara Street
Thomas Kelly: A Drum Major at the Battle of YorkEamonn O'Keeffe2016Essay.8th (King's) Regiment of Foot, Battle of York, prisoner exchange., Royal Newfoundland Regiment
Who Maintains the Bathurst Bridge?Stephen Otto2016Essay.Canadian National Railway (CNR), Grand Trunk Railway (GTR), Metrolinx, standard refurbishment schedule.
Toronto’s First Historical PlaquesGary Miedema2016Essay.artifact photo, Canadian Club, Commemoration of Fort York site, Frank Yeigh
Fort York Guard Wins Annual Fort George Fife and Drum Muster and Soldiers’ Field Day2016
John Bentley Mays is Remembered at Fort York2016Obituary.John Bentley Mays death notice.
2016 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkRichard Haynes2016Calendar.Fort York after Dark, Historic Foodways Programme, lantern tours, Remembrance Day ceremony
Great War Cooking Class2016Advertisement.culinary history., Great War, Historic Foodways Programme, volunteer cooks
Bicycle Tour: The Forts of Toronto2016Calendar.Great War, Historic Foodways Programme, volunteer cooks
Sick Kids Great Camp Adventure2016Calendar.Fort Rouille, Humber River, Magasin Royal, Teiagon
Farm to Fork On Common Ground2016Calendar.Garrison Common, On Common Ground Festival, organic farmers' market, SickKids Foundation
TURF (Toronto Urban Roots Festival)2016News.Indigenous arts, Indigenous Arts Festival (event), Toronto Urban Roots Festival
First World War Comes to Life2016Calendar.First World War, First World War commemoration, live interpretation, travelling exhibit
TIME (Toronto Independent Music Experience)2016News.Fort York National Historic Site, Indigenous Arts Festival (event), music festival
Panorama2016Calendar.Afropan Steelband, Caribbean Carnival, Pan Arts Network, Pan Fantasy Steelband
Canada Day @ Fort York2016Calendar.Bruno Billio, Canada Day, Fort York Guard, public art
48th Highlanders Celebrate their 125th Anniversary with a Mini-Tattoo at Fort York2016
Artillery Day at Fort York2016News.48th Highlanders, Artillery Day (event), Doors Open (event), historic photo
Fort York’s Archaeological CollectionsRichard Gerrard2016Essay.Archaeological Services Inc. (ASI), archaeology., artifact photo, City of Toronto Museum and Heritage Services (MHS) collections
Toronto’s Great War Attic: Lest We ForgetSandra Shaul2016News.documentary films, Great War programming, Juan Baquero., Museums and Heritage Services (MHS)
Project: Under Gardiner: Design Development and Naming UpdateChristopher McKinnon2016News.The Bentway.
Gustavus Nicolls’ Grave Identified2016News.General Gustavus Nicolls (1779-1860), Royal Engineers.
Army and Navy Veterans’ Medal Wanted for Fort York CollectionStaff.2016News.Her Majesty's Army and Navy Veterans' Association (1887), historic photo, Victoria Square
Friends Propose New School Be Named for Jean Earle Geeson, Early Champion of Fort York2016
Twenty Years of Fife and DrumChristopher Moore2016Essay.Fife and Drum newsletter, planning and policy issues., The Birthplace of Toronto newsletter
In Review: Recipes & Remedies in Upper Canada by Hannah Peters JarvisBridget Wranich2016
FRIENDS OF FORT YORK ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGDon Cranston2016News.Annual General Meeting, Fort York Guard, Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, George Beal
Na-Me-Res Traditional Outdoor PowWow2016Advertisement.Indigenous arts, Na-Me-Res, powwow
Indigenous Arts Festival @ Fort York2016Calendar.Fort York, Taste of Toronto
Field Trip2016Illustration.education, Fort York, historic photo
Doors Open Toronto2016Calendar.community music festival, downtown Toronto, Field Trip Festival
Victoria Day @ Fort York2016Calendar.48th Highlanders of Canada, Artillery Day (event), Doors Open (event), War of 1812
World Fiddle Day in Toronto2016Calendar.community event, music performance, World Fiddle Day
Ontario Model Soldier Society Show and Sale2016News.model soldiers, Ontario Model Soldier Society, toy soldiers
Little Cakes and Biscuits2016Calendar.Fort York, Meagan's Walk, SickKids Foundation
Battle of York Commemorative Weekend2016Calendar.Historic Foodways Programme, Queen Charlotte's Ball (program), volunteer cooks
Cooking with Hannah Glasse2016Calendar.culinary history., Hannah Glasse, Historic Foodways Programme, The Art of Cookery Made Plain and Easy (title)
Magna Carta Puts Visitor Centre in a New LightChristopher Moore2016News.Magna Carta and the Charter of the Forest (exhibit), Suzy and Len Rodness.
The Friends’ Website: Four Years and CountingTed Smolak2016News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), website
Project: Under Gardiner – Upcoming Public Meeting and a New NameChristopher McKinnon2016News.The Bentway.
Redevelopment of the Quality Meats SiteStaff.2016News.City of Toronto Councillor Mike Layton., City of Toronto Planner Greg Uens, Easton Group of Hotels
In Review: ‘Another World’: William Ord Mackenzie’s Sojourn in the Canadas, 1839–1843Jennifer J. Connor2016Book review.93rd (Sutherland Highlanders) Regiment of Foot, army surgeon, Charles Dickens, Fisher Library, University of Toronto
Who Was Gustavus Nicolls?Stephen Otto2016Essay.Citadel Hill, Halifax, Commanding Royal Engineer for the Canadas, Fort Erie, Fort Henry
THANKS To Our Donors2016News.donation, Fort York Foundation, Fort York Guard, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
Defenders of the Fort in the Early Twentieth CenturyJohn C. Carter2016Essay.Frederic Barlow Cumberland, Grand Trunk Railway (GTR), historic photo, Mayor Emerson Coatsworth
John Bentley Mays Reconsiders Fort YorkJohn Bentley Mays2016Essay.condo towers, formation of The Friends of Fort York (FoFY)., Precinct, residential intensification
Taste of Toronto2016News.culinary history., Fort York, Historic Foodways Programme
Meagan’s Walk2016Advertisement.
The Gibraltar Point LighthouseStephen Otto2015Essay.Gibraltar Point lighthouse, historic plan, John Paul Radelmuller, Mississauga Point lighthouse
From the Ashes: Breathing New Life into the Wellington DestructorRyerson Graduate Studio Planning Team2015News.future life framework, history and policy review, incinerator, Jeff Evenson
Digitizing Manuscripts from the City’s Museums CollectionRichard Gerrard2015Essay.City of Toronto Museums and Heritage Services (MHS), digitization, Fenian Raids, First World War
Celebrating the Magna CartaNancy Baines2015News.Carolyn Harris, Magna Carta and the Charter of the Forest (exhibit)
Project: Under Gardiner UpdateKen Greenberg2015News.Gardiner Expressway., Project: Under Gardiner
What The Friends of Fort York Do: Our Accomplishments for 20152015Accomplishments.
New Light on Toronto’s Oldest Cold CaseEamonn O'Keeffe2015Essay.German community of Upper Canada, Gibraltar Point lighthouse, Glengarry Light Infantry, historic drawing
For King and Country: WW I and the Mayors of TorontoVictor Russell2015Essay.Bert Sterling Wemp, Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF), Canadian Light Horse, Canadian Ordnance Corps
Fort York Bridge Project Announced2015News.Build Toronto, Dufferin Construction, Mayor John Tory., Patkau Architects
Learning to Live with the GardinerStephen Otto2015Essay.Fort York Boulevard, Fort York National Historic Site, Fort York Visitor Centre, Gardiner Expressway.
Project: Under Gardiner An Urban Renaissance with Fort York at Its HeartChristopher Moore2015News.Fort York National Historic Site, Gardiner Expressway., Ken Greenberg, Mayor John Tory.
Gingerbread Make and Bake, Extra Fun for Kids at Fort York2015Advertisement.admission prices, children's programming, Historic Foodways Programme
The Holiday Season at Fort York2015Advertisement.Fort York, Historic Foodways Programme, special events
Historic Cooking Class: Ah, What an excellent thing is an English Pudding2015Advertisement.culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme, volunteer cooks
Early Music Fair2015Calendar.culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme, volunteer cooks
Connect with What’s On at Toronto’s City Museums2015Advertisement.City of Toronto Museums and Heritage Services (MHS), newsletter, programming
Become a Friend of Fort York2015Advertisement.fife and drum, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Magna Carta and the Charter of the Forest (exhibit)
Loblaws Warehouse Redevelopment2015Illustration.Loblaws Groceteria building., West Block 1928
“Driver, To The Front”2015Illustration.First World War Comes to Life (exhibit), Great War
From the Gallery: Upper Canada’s Mace Comes Home2015Illustration.ceremony at Fort York (1934), historic photo, House of Assembly mace, President Franklin D. Roosevelt
144th Toronto Guides Overnight at Fort YorkBella Black2015Essay.144th Toronto Guides, Girl Guides
The Toronto Athletic Games, the Garrison, and McNab of MacNabSandra Alston2015Essay.93rd (Sutherland Highlanders) Regiment of Foot, Archibald McNab, 17th chief of Clan McNab, Caer Howell, drunkenness
Magna Carta: Law, Liberty and LegacyLarry Ostola2015Essay.Canadian tour, historic drawing, Magna Carta 800th anniversary, Magna Carta and the Charter of the Forest (exhibit)
We Get LettersDennis Lee2015News.Dennis Lee (poet)., poem, Stephen Otto
Not Taking Freedom for GrantedHugh Segal2015Essay.constitution, laws and freedoms, Magna Carta and the Charter of the Forest, Massey College.
Remembrance Day2015Calendar.Frost Fair (program), holiday programming, living history
Sick Kids Great Camp Adventure (Garrison Common)2015Calendar.Garrison Common, recreation, SickKids Foundation
On Common Ground Festival (Fort York)2015Calendar.community festival, family event, On Common Ground Festival
TIFF in the Park (Fort York)2015Calendar.Garrison Common, Indigenous arts, SickKids Foundation, Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)
TURF (Toronto Urban Roots Festival) (Garrison Common)2015Calendar.Aboriginal Pavilion, film screening, Indigenous arts, TIFF in the Park
Mad Decent Block Party (Garrison Common)2015Calendar.Garrison Common, music festival, Toronto Urban Roots Festival (TURF)
Lolë White Tour (Garrison Common)2015
TIME (Toronto Independent Music Experience) (Garrison Common)2015Calendar.Garrison Common, Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation, Parapan Am Games, TIME festival
Toronto Vegan Food & Drink Festival (Garrison Common)2015
Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation Cultural Village – Parapan Am Games (Fort York) Fri. August 7 to Sat. August 152015
New Generation Steelband Festival (Fort York)2015Calendar.Caribbean music, New Generation Steelband Festival, Pan Arts Network, youth programs
Fort York Cycling and Foot-Bridge Proposals Unveiled2015News.Build Toronto, City of Toronto, design-build process, Garrison Common
Garrison Road Bridge Demolished2015News.David Spittal, Garrison Road bridge demolition, Grand Trunk Railway (GTR), Sid Calzavara photographs.
Dorothy Duncan Recalls Fort York Nearly Fifty Years AgoDorothy Duncan2015Essay.Brigadier John McGinnis, Canada's Centennial (1967), Chris Matthews, cooking classes
Tragic Death of Roger du Toit2015Obituary.DTAH., Roger du Toit
Mystery Ship Arrives at Fort YorkDavid Robertson2015Essay.Amherst Crane and Concrete Pumping, Archaeological Services Inc. (ASI), archaeology., artifact photo
Friends Hold Annual General Meeting2015News.fife and drum, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
From the Gallery: Putting the Shot2015Illustration.City of Toronto Museum Collections, Fort York website Gallery, Henri Julien (illustrator), historic drawing
Fort York Hosts Aboriginal Pavilion2015News.Aboriginal Leadership Partners., Aboriginal Pavilion, Cultural Village, Indigenous arts
1812: The War Canada Won, the British and Americans DrewConrad Black2015Essay.Fort York rebuilt., General Sir Isaac Brock, invasion routes to Canada, John Graves Simcoe
Fort York Is Better for the BicentennialChristopher Moore2015Essay.Carl Benn, Ceta Ramkhalawansingh, Fort York, immigrant experience
Colonel Dwayne Hobbs, CD, Commanding Officer of the Toronto Scottish Regiment from 2005-08,2015
Burying and Burning Trash on Toronto’s Military ReserveWayne Reeves2015Essay.Cattle Market Annex, Civic Abattoir, Exhibition Park seawall, Garrison Creek
Margaret Machell: A Trooper in the Museums Field Dead at 962015Obituary.Dorothy Duncan, George Waters, Margaret Machell, museums
In Review: The 104th (New Brunswick) Regiment of Foot in the War of 1812Roch Legault2015Book review.104th (New Brunswick) Regiment, John R. Grodzinski (author), War of 1812
What Our Neighbours Are Building2015News.development proposals, Loblaw's Groceteria building., Minto Communities Inc., Precinct
From the Gallery: An Exhibit from 1934 when Fort York Opened2015Illustration.City of Toronto Museums and Heritage Services (MHS) collections, historic photo, South Soldiers' Barracks (exhibit), Women's Canadian Historical Society
Jennifer Chan Joins Friends’ Board2015News.City of Toronto constituency office., Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, Jennifer Chan
David O’Hara’s 10th Anniversary at Fort York2015News.Civil Service, David O'Hara, Fort York and Garrison Common Parks and Open Space Design and Implementation Plan, Fort York and Garrison Common Parks and Open Space Design and Implementation Plan
Capt. John Franklin’s 1825 Visit to TorontoStephen Otto, Victor Russell2015Essay.Admiralty staff, Canadian Arctic, Captain John Franklin, Commissariat Store
2015 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkRichard Haynes, Robert Kerr2015Calendar.
Fort York MemoryEdward Keenan2015Essay.Boy Scouts, children's programming, citizenship ceremony, Field Trip Music and Arts Festival
Fort York March Break2014Calendar.education, March Break, Museum Store
Family Day2014Calendar.Culinary Historians of Canada, Family Day, Historic Foodways Programme, marmalade
In Review: Archaeology of the War of 1812Richard Gerrard2014Book review.archaeology., barracks, David Robertson, David Spittal
The Garrison Road Bridges Pass into HistoryDavid Spittal2014Essay.arsenal building, Canada Cement Company, Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR), Casimir Gzowski
What The Friends of Fort York Do: Our Accomplishments for 20142014Accomplishments.
From the Gallery: “But ‘twas a famous victory.”2014Illustration.Gardiner Expressway design, Globe and Mail cartoon, historic drawing, James Reidford (illustrator)
And in Other Important News2014News.Alex Bozikovic, Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Fort York Pedestrian/Cycle Bridge, Tom Arban (photographer)., Visitor Centre
Canvas Houses Suited the Simcoesin collaboration.2014Essay.canvas house, Captain Cook, Elizabeth Simcoe, Garrison Creek
A Large New Park North of Fort YorkRobert Allsopp2014Essay.adaptive reuse, Community Planning Manager Lynda Macdonald, Councillor Mike Layton., dTAH (architects).
MAD FOR MARMALADE, CRAZY FOR CITRON2009Calendar.education, March Break, Museum Store
Fort York Visitor Centre on Flickr2014News.donation, Flickr, Fort York Visitor Centre, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
Donors to the Fort York Invigorated Campaign2014News.donation, Fort York Invigorated Campaign, Fort York Visitor Centre, George Waters
People Are Saying . . .2014News.architectural design, Fort York Visitor Centre, Kearns Mancini Architects, Patkau Architects
The Gardiner Expressway: Give It a RestStephen Otto2014Essay.architectural design, Fort York Visitor Centre, Gardiner Expressway., Kearns Mancini Architects
Historical Cooking Class: Christmas Fayre2014Calendar.Frost Fair (program), Historic Foodways Programme, Officers' Mess Kitchen
Scotiabank Nuit Blanche 20142014News.Fort York, Nuit Blanche, public art
June Callwood Park Opening Ceremony2014Advertisement.fife and drum, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), June Callwood Park
Recipe for Victory – Great War Food Symposium2014Calendar.Andrew Robertshaw, Culinary Historians of Canada, culinary history., First World War
Excavations at Stanley Barracks2014News.Archaeological Services Inc. (ASI), Canadian National Exhibition (CNE), East Enlisted Men's Barracks, Exhibition Place
From the Gallery: The Great SailConrad Heidenreich2014Illustration.Canis or Keenes (Mississauga headman), Canise Island, de Grassi Point, Lake Simcoe, Elizabeth Simcoe (illustrator)
David O’Hara Honoured with CLAIR Fellowship2014News.Canadian Urban Institute (CUI), CLAIR Fellow, Council of Local Authorities for International Relations (CLAIR), Japan, David O'Hara (planner)
Scotiabank Cinema under the Stars2014News.Cinema under the Stars (event), outdoor film screening., Scotiabank (sponsor)
The Fort York Visitor Centre’s Inaugural ExhibitsWayne Reeves2014News."1812: The Art of War" (exhibit), "An Act of Timing" (installation), "Art and the Great War: a Toronto Perspective" (exhibit), "Outfitted for War: Canadian Uniforms and Arms of the First World War" (exhibit)
Before the Condos: The Garrison Community, 1870-1934Richard Gerrard2014Essay.Active Militia, archaeology., civilian occupation, demobilization
Bicentennial Timeline: October to December 18142014Timeline.historical events., War of 1812
Our Colleague Ceta Is Appointed to City Council2014News.Ceta Ramkhalawansingh, City of Toronto Council, Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, Ward 20
Not To Be Outdone, Fort York Makes Its MarkStephen Otto2014Essay.architecture, Bill Cranston, Blakeway Millar (architects), Cooper, Robertson & Partners (architects)
Before the Visitor Centre: An Archaeological JourneyAndrew Stewart2014Essay.Archaeological Services Inc. (ASI), archaeology., artifact photo, artifacts
Fort York, What Is All the Fuss About?Antonio Gómez-Palacio2014Essay.authenticity, commemoration, Fort York National Historic Site, Fort York Visitor Centre
Citizenship Ceremony2014Calendar.citizenship ceremony, Historic Foodways Programme, Remembrance Day ceremony, Strachan Avenue Cemetery
The Canaccord Genuity Great Camp Adventure for SickKids2014News.Canaccord Genuity, Great Camp Adventure, SickKids Foundation
On Common Ground Festival and Visitor Centre Opening Weekend2014News.commemoration, Fort York Visitor Centre, On Common Ground Festival
Fort York Frost Fair: A Vintage Christmas Market2014Advertisement.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Frost Fair (program)
Historical Cooking Class: Pastry Making Part II2014News.culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme, volunteer cooks
The Dilawri Foundation presents The Bliss Ball2014Advertisement.Bliss Ball, Dilawri Foundation
TIME Festival2014News.Indigenous arts, Indigenous Arts Festival (event), TIME festival
New Generation Steelband Festival2014News.community event, music festival, On Common Ground Festival
“Project Wild Thing”2014children and nature, David Bond (filmmaker), nature deficit disorder, outdoor education
Toronto Urban Roots Festival (TURF)2014News.Fort York, music festival, Toronto Urban Roots Festival (TURF)
Guelph Jazz Festival Invades Fort York: IMPROV REVOLUTION2014News.Fort York, Guelph Jazz Festival, jazz, music festival
Lunch Served at Citizenship Ceremony2014News.citizenship ceremony
From the Gallery: The Queen’s Wharf Lighthouse2014Illustration.historic photo, Queen's Wharf lighthouse, Toronto Harbour
Dr. Larry Ostola Appointed Head of Museums & Heritage Services2014
“The Select Few”Chris Laverton2014Essay."At Ease: the Military at Play in Nineteenth-Century Canada" (exhibit), 15th (East Yorkshire) Regiment of Foot, Blue Barracks, British American Hotel
David Spittal RetiresJo Ann Pynn2014Essay.City of Toronto Culture Division, cross-belt plate., David Spittal (senior project coordinator), Director, archaeology program, Toronto Historical Board
In Review: Native Memoirs from the War of 1812Kyle Wyatt2014Book review.annotated text., Black Hawk (Sauk leader), Carl Benn (editor), memoir
Bicentennial Timeline: July to September 18142014Timeline.historical events., War of 1812
My First VisitDavid Crombie2014Essay.commemoration, Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire (IODE), Mayor David Crombie, Precinct
John Boyd: Photos of Soldier Training at Toronto, 1914–17Michael Dale2014Essay.Archives of Ontario, Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF) training album, City of Toronto Archives, commemoration of First World War
Why Is Washington Burning?Donald Graves2014Essay.burning of Newark, burning of St David's, looting of settlements near Long Point on Lake Erie, Major-General Robert Ross
Reporting on The Friends’ AGM June 192014News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
Mad Decent Block Party2014Advertisement.
Simcoe Day (Fort York)2015News.Fort York, John Graves Simcoe, Simcoe Day
Fort York Ongoing Summer Programming2014Calendar.education, Fort York, Historic Foodways Programme
Guelph Jazz Festival Invades Fort York: SOUND CLASH2014News.Guelph Jazz Festival, music event, SOUND CLASH
A New Exhibit: How Soldiers Spent their Time OffWayne Reeves2014Essay."At Ease: the Military at Play in Nineteenth-Century Canada" (exhibit), Blue Barracks, donation, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
David O’Hara Named Manager of Expanded Fort York OperationsMichael Williams2014News.City of Toronto, David O'Hara, Economic Development and Culture Division, Fort York Visitor Centre
Renewing The Friends’ Board of Directors2014News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Jeff Evenson, Matt Blackett, Nancy Baines.
Generosity Comes in Threes2014News.Bruce MacLellan and Karen Girling, Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society., Captain John Denison, commemoration
TD Bank Group Donation2014News.donation, Garrison Common rehabilitation, Remembrance Day ceremony, Strachan Avenue Cemetery
The Fort York Acquisitions Fund2014News.auction, City of Toronto Museums and Heritage Services (MHS), Fort York Acquisitions Fund, Fort York Foundation
A Legacy Gift to Fort York from George Waters2014News.Fort York Foundation bequest, Fort York Visitor Centre (capital project)., Friends of Fort York (FoFY), George Waters, Fort York Curator
In Review: Defender of CanadaBrian Leigh Dunnigan2014Book review.court martial, Defence of Canada, historic drawing, John R. Grodzinski (author)
The Friends of Fort York Turn TwentyAnon2014Essay.Fort York Guard, Fort York: Setting It Right (title), Friends of Fort York (FoFY), FY publication.
Bicentennial Timeline: April to June 18142014Timeline.
1814: The War in Europe Winds DownFernando Souza2014Essay.abdication, Battle of Leipzig, Battle of Waterloo., Colonel Walter O'Hara
Toronto’s Near–Forgotten Veterans of CrimeaStephen Otto2014Essay.Army and Navy Veterans Association, Balaklava, Charge of the Light Brigade, Church of St John the Evangelist
2014 | Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkRichard Haynes2013Calendar.
From the Gallery2014Illustration.A.H.O. Freemantle (photographer), Benson J. Lossing, Crimean veteran, East Gate.
Beware of Geeks Sharing GIFs2013Advertisement.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), website
New Cookbook LaunchedAnon2013News.Bridget Wranich (author), Culinary Historians of Canada, Elizabeth Baird (author), FY publication.
Battle of Châteauguay Bicentennial2013
George Waters, A Very Fine Friend of Fort YorkJoe Gill2013Obituary.Fort York curator, Fort York Management Board (vice-chair), Friends of Fort York (FoFY), George Waters
In Review: And All Their Glory PastRobert L. Fraser2013Book review.And All Their Glory Past: Fort Erie, Plattsburgh and the Final Battles in the North, 1814 (title), And All Their Glory Past: Fort Erie, Plattsburgh and the Final Battles in the North, 1814 (title), British blockade of the United States., Commodore James Yeo
What The Friends of Fort York Do: Our Accomplishments for 20132013Accomplishments.
Bicentennial Timeline: January to March 18142013Timeline.
Cholera Epidemics in York [Toronto] in 1832 and 1834Kamran Khan, Stephen Otto2013Essay.79th Regiment of Foot (Cameron Highlanders), Army Medical Service, Board of Health, cholera
Fort York and the Origins of Canada’s Permanent ArmyStephen Harris2013Essay.13th Hussars, 17th (the Leicestershire) Regiment of Foot, 29th (the Worcestershire) Regiment of Foot, army reserve
Victory at George: Fort York Guard Wins Annual Drill CompetitionCam Anderson2013News.colour sergeant Mark Riches., Fort George drill competition, Fort York Guard, Sergeant Cam Anderson
Loblaws Development Proposal2013News.development proposals, Loblaws Groceteria building., Precinct
Shawn Micallef Now TPL Writer in Residence2013News.Shawn Micallef (FoFY director, journalist, author), Toronto Public Library.
View of Fort York from the New Toronto Public Library2013Illustration.Toronto Public Library, Fort York Branch.
Elizabeth Baird Receives Order of Canada2013News.Elizabeth Baird (author, volunteer cook), Fort York, Historic Foodways Programme, Order of Canada.
Requiem for Toronto’s Military Reservein collaboration2013Essay.Asylum Farm, Board of Ordnance, Central Prison, Clarence Square
Bicentennial Timeline: October to December 18132013Timeline.
Peter Rindlisbacher: Picturing the WarGary Gibson2013Essay.Great Lakes, naval art, naval history, Peter Rindlisbacher (artist, illustrator)
The Royal and Viceregal Fort at YorkNathan Tidridge2013Essay.Aeneas Shaw, assembled militia on Garrison Common, Canadian Crown, David Onley, Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario (2007-2014)
Popular Culture’s Hold on TecumsehKyle Wyatt2013Essay.Battle of the Thames (1813), Canadian hero, commemoration, failed confederacy
2013 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkKristine Williamson2013Calendar.
The Return of the Third York Militia ColoursAlex Avdichuk2013Essay.artifact photo, Canadian Conservation Institute (CCI), City of Toronto Museum and Heritage Services (MHS) collections, conservation treatment
Rising from the Ashes: Fort York 1813 to 1816Chris Laverton2013Essay.Blockhouse One and Two, citadel and military post, Commissariat Account Book, Fort York
Pat Fleming2013News.Dr. Patricia Fleming, professor emeritus University of Toronto, Fife and Drum editor., Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
Historica-Dominion Heritage Minute Winners2013News.104th (New Brunswick) Regiment of Foot, Eammonn O'Keeffe, Fort York Guard, Historica-Dominion
Kiwi Airmen at Fort York2013Illustration.Exhibition Place, Fort York, historic photo, Royal New Zealand Air Force
York Pioneers Open Scadding Cabin on Battle of York Day2013News.Battle of York bicentennial (2013)., Exhibition Place, Scadding Cabin
City Accepts Generous Gift of Paintings from Artist Charles Pachter2013News.1812: the Art of War (exhibit, series), Charles Pachter (artist), donation, Fort York Visitor Centre
Bicentennial Timeline: July to September 18132013Timeline.
How Lower Canada Saved Upper Canada in the War of 1812Desmond Morton2013Essay.American Revolution, Battle of Beaver Dams (1813), Battle of Crysler's Farm (1813), Battle of Queenston Heights (1812)
Creating the Cult of Laura SecordSandra Martin2013Essay.Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, Battle of Beaver Dams (1813), Battle of Queenston Heights (1812), Caroline McCormick
Walmart-Evergreen Green Grant to the Gardens at Fort York2013News.community gardens., donation, Evergreen Foundation, Walmart
Pictures of a Perfect Day2013News.Battle of York bicentennial, David O'Hara, HRH Prince Philip, military parade
Aboriginal Festival at Fort York National Historic Site2013Calendar.Battle of York, Indigenous arts, Indigenous Arts Festival., Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation
Fort York Historic District Walking Tour in association with Heritage Toronto: War, Invasion & Occupation!: Fort York & Toronto in the War of 18122013
Community Cleanup Day2013Calendar.Battle of York, citizenship ceremony, Garrison Common, War of 1812 bicentennial
In Review: Forts of the War of 1812Wayne Reeves2013Book review.commissioned artwork, First System fortifications, Forts of the War of 1812 (title), military history
Heritage Toronto’s War of 1812 Bicentennial Lecture Series2013News.Cecilia Morgan, Heritage Toronto, Jane Errington, Laura Secord
Battersby’s March to Burlington2013News.Battersby's March (exhibit), Colonel Francis Battersby, John Kuna (artist)., War of 1812 bicentennial
Eleven Friends Are Awarded Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal2013News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
“Tecumseh” and “Honest Ed” Go to Washington2013News.Toronto Police Service Mounted Unit horses.
Early Toronto Tandem Club Drawing Found by the Colville Family2013Illustration.Gibraltar Point lighthouse, historic drawing, Lieutenant Charles John Colville, sleighing
Gerald Murray2013Obituary.
Bicentennial Timeline: April to June 18132013Timeline.
Fort York Gets Knitted InShawn Micallef2013Essay.commemoration, condo, Fort York, Fort York Boulevard
VOLUNTEER on Battle of York Bicentennial Day2013News.Battle of York, volunteers., War of 1812 bicentennial
From the History Classroom2013News.Bishop Strachan School, education, J.D.M. Stewart, War of 1812
The Untold Story: Winning the Battle While Losing the PeaceAmelia Maynard2013Essay.Bishop Strachan School, essay contest., Indigenous history, J.D.M. Stewart (teacher)
There’s a Great Day ComingStephen Otto2013Essay.Andy Robertshaw, Canadian Forces, Cecilia Morgan, City of Toronto Battle of York bicentennial (event)
Fort York Historic District Walking Tours in association with Jane’s Walks: Fort York and 200 years of Development2013
Toronto District School Board History Fair2013Calendar.Battle of York, citizenship ceremony, Toronto District School Board, War of 1812 bicentennial
Canadian Citizenship Ceremony at the Fort2013Calendar.Battle of York, citizenship ceremony, commemoration, War of 1812 bicentennial
The Garrison at York Comes to Life! The Fort York War of 1812 Festival Weekend2013Calendar.Garrison Common, Heritage Toronto, Indigenous Arts Festival., Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation
Parler Fort: The Battle of York: Myth, Reality, and the Explosion of the Grand Magazine2013
On 27 April 18132013Advertisement.donation, Fort York Foundation, Fort York National Historic Site, Fort York Visitor Centre
To Top It All Off: British Line Infantry Headdress in the War of 1812Kevin Hebib2013Essay.British Army fashions, Fort York interpreters and animators, Georgian fashions, headdress
Battle of York Commemoration2013Calendar.Battle of York, citizenship ceremony, commemoration, War of 1812 bicentennial
Doors Open2013Calendar.Doors Open, Jane's Walks, Victoria Day, War of 1812
Victoria Day2013Calendar.Doors Open (event), Historic Foodways Programme, Jane's Walks, Victoria Day
Overheard2006News.demolition, Gardiner Expressway., Molson Brewery
Late News! Public Art Chosen for West Harbour City2006News.Nestor Kruger (artist), public art, Waterfront Development, West Harbour City
Brighter Days Ahead for Stanley Park2006News.du Toit Allsopp Hillier, Front Street Extension, Land Bridge, Stanley Park
See the Fort York Guard Perform2006Calendar.Fort Erie, Fort George., Fort York Guard, Simcoe Day
John Adams Joins Friends’ Board2006News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, John Adams
When the Landlords Became Tenants2010Calendar.Donald Smith, Indigenous history, Mississaugas, Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation
The Queen’s York Rangers present: The Battle of Brandywine Parade2010Calendar.Battle of Brandywine, Mississaugas, Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation, Queen's York Rangers
Fort York Festival — Great Voices2010Advertisement.Dale Hamilton (playwright), Fort York Guard, Great Voices (theatrical production), Rick Salutin (playwright)
Toronto: City of Words2010Calendar.City of Words: Toronto through Her Writers' Eyes (title), Fort York Festival, Great Voices (production), Rick Salutin
Ongoing Summer Programming2010Calendar.Fort York Guard, military parade, Simcoe Day, War of 1812
Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical RideKathy Mills2010Illustration.
Curator’s Choice: David Spittal on Wedgwood’s Botanical DinnerwareDavid Spittal2010Essay.1832 cholera outbreak, artifact photo, bone china tableware, ceramics
A Walk through the Visitor CentreKevin Plummer2010Essay.building plans., Fort York Visitor Centre
The Friends Advertise In SPACING2010News."What Is Fort York?", Matt Blackett (publisher), Shawn Micallef (senior editor).
Who Goes There? Is That a Joke?2010News.Captain Peregrine Maitland., Chris Raible, The Colonial Advocate
Building Roundup2010News.., Bathurst Street heritage truss bridge, Block 6 (Fort York neighbourhood), Blocks 33 and 37
The Thomsons: Early Builders at Fort YorkStephen Otto2010Essay.3rd Regiment of York, Andrew Thomson (1751-1823), mason, Archibald Thomson (1749-1819), carpenter, Blockhouses Numbers 1 and 2
Upcoming Events 2006-07 Historic Fort YorkMelanie Garrison2006Calendar.Canada Day, Elizabeth Simcoe, John Graves Simcoe, Victoria Memorial Square
Memorial Ceremony for Royal Newfoundland RegimentGeordie Beal2010News.48th Highlanders of Canada, Battle of York, Beaumont Hamel (1916), Canadian Forces Reserves
New Friends’ Website Launched2012News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
What The Friends of Fort York Do: Our Accomplishments for 20122012Accomplishments.
Bicentennial Timeline: January to March 18132012Timeline.
A Monument of Neglect: Commemorating the Centennial of the War of 1812 in Toronto, Part 2: 1913–14David Roberts2012
More To Be Pitied than Censured: Prostitution and the Toronto GarrisonVictor Russell2012Essay."French model"., bawdy house, British Army, City of Toronto
Sleighing Soldiers: The Toronto Tandem ClubKevin Plummer2012Essay.1837 Rebellion, 32nd (Cornwell) Regiment of Foot, 34th (Cumberland) Regiment of Foot, 85th, or The King's Regiment of Light Infantry (Bucks Volunteers)
REMEMBERANCE DAY CEREMONIES AT FORT YORK1997News.commemoration, Fort York, Remembrance Day ceremony
FORT YORK FESTIVAL ’981997Calendar.Fort York Festival, public programming, special events
THE UNION JACK WILL REMIND TORONTONIANS THAT FORT YORK IS ALIVE AND DESERVING A VISIT.1997
KEEPING THE FORT YORK SITE CLEAN1997News.Fort York, site maintenance, volunteers.
HERITAGE TORONTO / UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO LECTURE SERIES ON FORT YORK1997Calendar.Heritage Toronto, lecture series, public programming, University of Toronto
FRIENDS OF FORT YORK LECTURE SERIES1997Advertisement.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), lecture series
DO YOU WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HISTORY OF FORT YORK AND THE ROLE THE FORT PLAYED IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TORONTO?1997
ANNUAL MEETING1997News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board
Friends of Fort York Representation on Heritage Toronto1999News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, Heritage Toronto
Year 2000 Fort York Festival – Our Millennium Project1999News.commemoration, Fort York Festival, millennium
“Revealing Fort York” Study Group1999News.education, Fort York, site interpretation
Remembrance Day Ceremony at Fort York1999News.Fort York, Remembrance Day ceremony
Celtfest at Fort York1999News.Celtfest, cultural event, Fort York
Georgian Dinner at Fort York – June 1, 20001999Advertisement.Georgian Dinner, Historic Foodways Programme
The New Fort York Management Board1999News.City of Toronto, Fort York Foundation, Fort York National Historic Site
1999-2000 Historic Fort York Lecture Series1999Advertisement.education, Fort York, lecture series
Annual Members’ Reception1999News.Fort York, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
MEMBERSHIP AND FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE1996News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, fundraising
ONLY EXTENSIVE PARTICIPATION OF ALL MEMBERS OF THE FRIENDS OF FORT YORK AND OTHERS CAN MAKE THE FORT YORK FESTIVAL A SUCCESS1996
FORT YORK FESTIVAL ’971996News.commemoration, Fort York Festival, recreation
IDEAS WORKSHOP ON FORT YORK IN THE COMMUNITY1996News.community engagement, Fort York, workshop
PLEASE SEE ATTACHMENTS1996
BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETINGS1996News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board
Fort York Heritage Conservation District2005News.City of Toronto, Fort York National Historic Site, Heritage Conservation District, Ontario Heritage Act
Upcoming Events 2005-06 Historic Fort YorkMelanie Garrison2005Calendar.English Country Dance, Historic Foodways Programme, Queen Charlotte's Ball (program), recreation
Recipe for a George PuddingBridget Wranich2005Recipe.
A Place Worthy of Pilgrimage: The IODE and Fort York’s Military Burial GroundRichard Haynes2005Essay.commemoration, IODE, Old Fort Military Burying Ground (Strachan Avenue Cemetery), Remembrance Day (program)
Thanks To The Parking Volunteers2005News.Canadian National Exhibition, Fort York Guard, Garrison Common, volunteers.
Friends Fill Three Vacancies on Board2005News.Blue Barracks, Bob Allsopp, Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, Rollo Myers
Garrison Common History: Streetnames west of Dufferin2005Essay.Garrison Common, Garrison Reserve, John Graves Simcoe, Parkdale
More Than Bricks And MortarRoss Flowers2005Essay.Canadian Fencible Regiment, Fort York Guard, historic interpretation, living history
Late Breaking News2005News.archaeology., City of Toronto, Fort York, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
In Memoriam2003Obituary.
What’s Been Going On Here!Jo Ann Pynn2003Manager's Report.events, Fort York, Jo Ann Pynn, programming
Important Links Established With Former Fort York StaffGeorge Waters2003News.Fort York, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), George Waters, volunteers.
Fort York Guard 2003Ross Flowers2003Essay.Fort York Guard, historic photo, recreation, volunteers.
National Historic Site at Fort York Defined2003News.Commemorative Integrity Statement, designated place, Fort York Management Board, Fort York National Historic Site
Citizens’ Group Outraged by Bureaucrats1998News.development proposals, Fort York, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
MEGACITY BUREAUCRATS THREATEN TO ELIMINATE MEANINGFUL CITIZEN INVOLVEMENT IN HERITAGE AND PRESERVATION1998
Day – Trip – Fort George and other historical sites at Niagara on the Lake1998Advertisement.day trip, Fort George., Niagara-on-the-Lake
Your Executive needs help1998News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, volunteers.
The Fort York Festival – A Fine Weekend1998News.festivals, Fort York Festival, programming, recreation
The Heritage Flagpole Dedication – A Day to Remember1998News.ceremony, commemoration, Fort York
The Annual General Meeting1998News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board
The Crisis in Heritage. Is this the end of The Fort York Business Plan? Actions you can take.1998
THE NEW “FRIENDS OF FORT YORK AND GARRISON COMMON”1996News.Fort York, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Garrison Common
SYMPOSIUM CHARETTE SEPTEMBER, 19961996News.Charette, Fort York, Symposium
FRIENDS ACTIVE IN THE 200 YEAR YONGE LECTURE SERIES1996News.commemoration, lecture series, Yonge Street
FORT YORK FESTIVAL RE-SCHEDULED1996News.Fort York
FRIENDS ARE PART OF FORT YORK BUSINESS PLAN TEAM1996News.business plan, Fort York, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRDon Gibson Chair1996News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board
Progress on the Fort York Visitor Centre1999News.City of Toronto, Fort York Foundation, Fort York Visitor Centre
Fort York Festival 99 – Napoleon comes to Toronto1999News.Fort York, Napoleonic wars, recreation
Introduction1999fife and drum
Volunteers Needed2003News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), volunteers.
Friends of Fort York honoured for Service to the Environment2003News.environmental stewardship, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Garrison Common
The Board of Directors – Comings and Goings2003News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board
The Fort York Website2003News.digital resources, Fort York, online presence, website
2003 Georgian Mess Dinner2003News.Georgian Mess Dinner, Historic Foodways Programme, military history, recreation
The Fort York Guard2003Essay.Fort York Guard, military history, re-enactment, volunteers.
The Fort York Neighbourhood2003Essay.City of Toronto, development proposals, Fort York National Historic Site, Precinct
TORONTO WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION CORPORATION2003Advertisement.Toronto waterfront, urban development, waterfront revitalization
PUBLIC MEETING ON FORT YORK NEIGHBOURHOOD2003News.City of Toronto, development proposals, Fort York Neighbourhood, public meeting
The Strachan Avenue Military Burying Ground1999Essay.British Army, Old Fort Military Burying Ground (Strachan Avenue Cemetery), Strachan Avenue Cemetery, War of 1812
A Brief History of the Union Flag1999Essay.British Army, British Empire, Union Flag, vexillology
Fort York Festival1999News.Fort York, military history, recreation
Membership1999Advertisement.
Annual General Meeting1999News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board
FORT YORK FESTIVAL ’97 – PROGRAMME SUGGESTIONS1996Advertisement.event programming, Fort York Festival, recreation
THE FORT YORK CHARETTE OR COMMUNITY WORKSHOP1996News.community engagement, planning, public consultation
WHO ARE THE DIRECTORS OF THE FRIENDS?1996News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board
THE SUMMER GUARD1996News.Fort York Guard, historical interpretation, military reenactment, summer programming
MEMBERSHIP AND FUNDRAISING1996News.donation, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), fundraising
FRIENDS OF FORT YORK TAKE PART IN THE “200 YEARS YONGE” PROGRAMME1996News.commemoration, historic event, Toronto, Yonge Street
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING1996Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board
Notification of Special Members’ Meeting2000News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
The Friends Need a Membership Secretary2000News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, volunteers.
The Life and Times of John Strachan – An Exhibit and Tour2000News.exhibit, John Strachan, tour
Fort York RemembersStephen Otto2000News.Fort York, Remembrance Day ceremony, Service of Remembrance, Stephen Otto
Progress on the Fort York Drums2000News.artifact, drums, Fort York Guard, restoration.
History Fair2004News.education, Fort York, volunteers.
Re-enactor Battle School2004News.Fort York Guard, recreation, volunteers., War of 1812
MEMBERS’ RECEPTION – OCTOBER 30, 19971997News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), reception
Fort York Lecture Series1999Advertisement.education, Fort York
Strachan Avenue Burial Grounds1999Essay.burial grounds, Old Fort Military Burying Ground (Strachan Avenue Cemetery), Strachan Avenue Cemetery, Victoria Memorial Square
A Walking Tour of the Fort York Area1999Essay.Fort York, historic sites, Precinct, walking tour
Governor Simcoe’s Tent1999Illustration.artifact photo, John Graves Simcoe, Upper Canada
Progress on the Gardiner Expressway1999News.Gardiner Expressway., Precinct
The Loss of Two Friends of Fort York1999Obituary.Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
Thanks to the Royal Canadian Military Institute1999News.donation, Royal Canadian Military Institute
Year 2000 – Millennium Celebrations1999Calendar.commemoration, Fort York
New Directors for the Friends1999News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board
Fund raising dinner at Fort York1999News.Fort York Foundation, fundraising
Heritage Development – Fort York moves closer to an independent management Board1999News.City of Toronto, Fort York Foundation, governance, Toronto Historical Board
The Friends and Molsons host a dinner for the Dragoons1999News.dinner event, Dragoons, Molson Breweries
“Attention Volunteers”1999News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), volunteers.
First Annual Georgian Dinner at Fort York1999News.Fort York, Georgian Dinner, Historic Foodways Programme
Aboriginal Peoples of the Lower Great Lakes 1500-1800Carl Benn2000Book review.Carl Benn, Great Lakes, Indigenous history, Lower Canada
The Blue Barracks RestorationCarl Benn2000Essay.Blue Barracks, Carl Benn, restoration.
The Fundraising Challenge2000News.Fort York Foundation, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), fundraising
Revision of the Fort York Business Plan2000News.business plan, City of Toronto, Fort York, Fort York Foundation
The Visitor/Interpretive Centre Project2000News.development proposals, Fort York Visitor Centre, site interpretation
A Glimpse of Fort York’s Future2000Essay.development proposals, Fort York, landscape improvements, Precinct
The Fort York Festival2000News.community event, festival, Fort York
“Hey, what are they doing about the Gardiner anyway?”1998Essay.Gardiner Expressway., infrastructure, transportation, urban planning
News of Members and Other Interesting Items1998News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
Garrison Creek Linkage Project1998News.Garrison Creek, landscape improvements, Precinct
Heritage Flagpole1998News.artifact photo, Fort York, restoration.
The New Toronto1998City of Toronto, Toronto, urban development
Members’ Reception A Great Success1998News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Members' Reception
Fort York Festival – 19981998Advertisement.British Army, Fort York Festival, military history, recreation
Fort York Business Plan Approved1998News.business plan, City of Toronto, Fort York
Friends of Fort York Lecture Series – Historical Perspectives of Fort York1998Advertisement.Fort York, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), lecture series
WE HOPE YOU ALL HAD A JOYFUL AND RELAXING HOLIDAY SEASON – AND NOW 1998 IS UPON US1998
Fort York Drums1999News.artifact, drums, Fort York Guard, musical instruments
Dates to note2003Calendar.
And with Many Thanks To . . .2001News.donation, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), volunteers.
Friends of Fort York go to the Ontario Municipal Board2001News.development proposals, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Ontario Municipal Board
Upcoming Events2001Calendar.
Above all, we wish all of our members and supporters a very joyous holiday season.2001
Thanks to our Corporate and Public Sector Sponsors2000Advertisement.
Other Developments on the Fort York Site2000News.development proposals, Fort York, Precinct, site interpretation
Disaster Averted? Good News on the Front Street Extension2000News.development proposals, Front Street Extension, Garrison Common
THANKS TO OUR MEMBERS, SUPPORTERS AND VOLUNTEERS2000News.donation, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), volunteers.
Buffalo Jump Peace Walk2004News.commemoration, Indigenous history, peace walk
Bike Tour: Toronto’s French Forts2004News.bicycle tour, Fort Rouille, Toronto history
Tactical Weekend2004News.Fort York Guard, military history, recreation
Walking Tour: Garrison Reserve and Niagara Neighborhood2004News.Garrison Common, Niagara Neighbourhood, walking tour
Storytelling Festival – Panther in the Sky2004News.Indigenous history, Panther in the Sky, Storytelling Festival
March Break2004Calendar.education, special events
Re-enactor Battle School WeekendDavid Juliusson2004News.living history, re-enactment, training, volunteers.
Do you have any old or interesting photos of Historic Fort York?2004Advertisement.Fort York, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), historic photo
SwordsPeter Gibbins2004Essay.artifact photo, British Army, military history, War of 1812
Recent Events at the FortDavid Juliusson2004News.David Juliusson, events, Fort York
Ontario Model Soldier Society2012News.annual show (event)., Ontario Model Soldier Society
Was There a Winner?2012News.bumper sticker., commemoration, War of 1812 bicentennial
Brock Day in GuernseyJason Monaghan2012Essay.15-gun salute, 49th (the Hertfordshire) Regiment of Foot, Admiral James de Saumarez, Adrienne Alison (artist)
“Particularly Torontoesque”: Commemorating the Centennial of the War of 1812David Roberts2012Essay."Brock anniversary", Boundary Waters Act, Brockville, Canadian Peace Centenary Association
Rather Dead than Enslaved: The Blacks of York in the War of 1812Peter Meyler2012Essay.African-Canadians, all-Black militia, Black people, Coloured Corps
Hon. Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence, Visits Fort York To Award Battle Honours2012
Tracking Nature at Fort YorkPatrisha Robertson2012Essay.birds, butterflies, community gardens., Fort York National Historic Site
Bicentennial Timeline: October to December 18122012Timeline.
The Soldiers at Fort York ArmouryBob Kennedy2012Essay.Bailey bridges, City of Toronto, Depression (1930s), Dieppe
Respected Citizens of the Town of York2012Advertisement.Fort York Guard, fundraising, Georgian Dinner, Historic Foodways Programme
2012 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkKristine Williamson2012Calendar.
Administrator’s ReportDavid O'Hara20121813 battlefield, 5 short-listed teams, Alok Sharma (Supervisor of Special Events), Aloka Sharma
Ontario Model Soldier Society Show2012News.military miniatures, Ontario Model Soldier Society, recreation
Planet IndigenUS Film Screenings2012Calendar.Canadian Fencibles Regiment, Fort York Guard, military demonstration, War of 1812
Assembly of First Nations: Gathering of Eagle Staff Procession and Commemorative Memorial Service2012
The Great Waterfront Trail Adventure2012cycling, Great Lakes, recreation, Toronto
On Common Ground: A Free Concert to Commemorate the Bicentennial of the War of 18122012
Parler Fort: The Four Wars of 18122012Advertisement.Garrison Common, On Common Ground Festival, War of 1812 bicentennial
Fort York Guard appears at numerous events2012News.Garrison Ball, HRH Prince Charles, St James Cathedral., Toronto Symphony Orchestra
Henry Evatt, Barrack Master at Toronto, 1835–1841Chris Laverton2012Essay.1837 Rebellion Crisis, Upper Canada, Battle of Ballynahinch, Ireland, Coteau-du-Lac, Lower Canada, Fort York
The Friends Welcome Three New Directors2012News.Ceta Ramkhalawansingh, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Kyle Wyatt, Peter Zimmerman.
War, Invasion, and Occupation: Fort York and Toronto in the War of 18122012Essay.Battle of York, Fort York, Toronto, War of 1812
Canada Day2012Calendar.Canada Day, commemoration
War of 1812 veterans photograph2012Illustration.Heritage Toronto, historic photo, McCord Museum, Toronto
Bicentennial Timeline: July to September 18122012Timeline.
Fort York Guard provides honour guard for His Royal Highness Prince Charles and Prime Minister Stephen Harper2012
In Review: Redcoated Ploughboys: The Volunteer Battalion of Incorporated Militia of Upper Canada, 1813–1815John R. Grodzinski2012
Revealing the True Face of Sir Isaac BrockGuy St-Denis2012Essay.British Army officer uniform, cocked hat, Ferdinand Brock Tupper, Fort York
World-Class: The Armoury’s Lamella RoofPaul Gauvreau2012Essay.architectural design, barrel vault roof, civil engineering, Fort York Armoury
A Home for Heroes: The Fort York ArmouryScott Weir2012Essay.32 Signal Regiment, architectural design, Battle School of 32 Canadian Brigade Group, City of Toronto
Fort York Ongoing Summer Programming — July2011Calendar.Fort York Guard, military demonstration, Ontario Model Soldier Society, toy soldiers
SIMCOE DAY2012Calendar.8th Fire, John Graves Simcoe, Planet IndigenUS Festival, Simcoe Day
Bicentennial Commemoration Launch June 15-242012News.commemoration, Fort York, War of 1812 bicentennial
The Encampment (Luminato) June 8-242012Calendar.Luminato, public art, The Encampment (installation), Toronto Symphony Orchestra
Parler Fort: A Celebration of June Callwood and the new June Callwood Park2012Calendar.Cormorant Books (publisher), It's All About Kindness: Remembering June Callwood (title), June Callwood Park, Margaret McBurney (editor)
Guard Performs at Garrison Ball2012News.Army Reserve units, Exhibition Place, Liberty Grand
Major-General Sir Isaac Brock Day2012News.commemoration, War of 1812 bicentennial
“A very unpromising prospect” Thomas Plucknett and the ship Sir Isaac BrockGary M. Gibson2012Essay.Acting Deputy Quartermaster General Captain Andrew Gray, Acting Quartermaster General Lieutenant Colonel Christopher Myers, Assistant Quartermaster General Alexander Clerk, Commander Robert Barclay, Royal Navy
Kill Conquer Rule: Charles Pachter on the War of 1812Charles Pachter2012Essay.Charles Pachter (artist), commemoration, Dressed to Kill (installation), War of 1812 bicentennial
National Aboriginal Day2012Calendar.Indigenous arts, Indigenous Arts Festival (event), Indigenous history
Finding the Fallen: The Battle of York RememberedWayne Reeves2012News.book of remembrance, City of Toronto Museum and Heritage Services (MHS), commemoration, historic drawing
A New Look in One of Toronto’s Oldest BuildingsBridget Wranich2012News.Canteen, Cheryl Dilisi (Museum Store Coordinator), Fort retail, Historic Foodways Programme
Save-the-date for Friends’ AGM, June 212012News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
Friends Appoint a Precinct Advisory Committee2012News.development proposals, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), public realm.
Bicentennial Timeline: April to June 18122012Timeline.
Defending a NationThomas H.B. Symons2012Essay.anti-slavery legislation (1793), Canadian-American relations, civil liberties., commemoration
Become a Volunteer2012Advertisement.Fort York Guard
Patrick Hartney: An Exemplary Barrack MasterChris Laverton2011Essay.8th (The Kings) Regiment of Foot., Battle of York, British Army in Canada, Storekeeper General's Department
What the Friends of Fort York Do: Our Accomplishments for 20112011Accomplishments.
Bicentennial Timeline2011Timeline.
Pike’s PikesGary M. Gibson2011Essay.Battle of York, cavalry defence, Colonel Cromwell Pearce, Fifteenth Infantry Regiment
Jockeys Up at the Garrison CommonDavid Roberts2011Essay.66th Regiment of Foot, 68th Regiment of Foot, Captain Warren, Garrison Race Course
Fort York Festival 97 Promises a Weekend to Remember1997News.Fort York Festival, military history, recreation
2011 Upcoming Events at Historic Fort York2011Calendar.
Fort York Guard Reports InNed Gallagher2011News.Drum Major Baknel Macz, Fort George Soldiers' Field Day Drill Competition, Mark Riches, commander., Warriors Day Parade, Canadian National Exhibition (CNE)
Archaeology EverywhereDavid Spittal2011Essay.archaeological artifacts, Bathurst Street Barracks, Battle of York battlefield, Block 36
Our Top Five Bestselling Books2011News.Canteen Museum Store.
Follow Fort York on Facebook and Twitter2011News.Social media.
Simcoe and Emancipation Days Celebrated Jointly at the Fort2011News.Act to Prevent the Further Introduction of Slaves… (1793), British Empire, David Onley, Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario, Emancipation Day
The War of 1812 on PBSKevin Plummer2011Essay.Documentary film, Lawrence Hott and Diane Garey (filmmakers), Peter Twist (commentary and production design).
Jane Jacobs Chairs in Victoria Memorial SquareScott James2011News.Escofet (furniture manufacturers), Eti and Ken Greenberg, Montse Periel and Marius Quintana (furniture designers)., Wellington Place Neighbourhood Association
Music at Fort York in the 19th CenturyRobin Elliot2011Essay.100th Regiment of Foot, bandmasters, Baron Rudolph de Fleur (pianist, composer), British Army
In Review: A Matter of Honour: The Life, Campaigns and Generalship of Isaac BrockDarrell Bricker2011Book review.8th (The King's) Regiment of Foot, Battle of Detroit, Battle of Queenston Heights, battlefield commander
Entre Nous2011News.Meg Graham (FoFY director, architect)., Shawn Micallef (FoFY director, journalist, author), Stephen Otto (FoFY director, author, editor)
Postscript to Henry Ross: Renegade at EurekaStephen Otto2011Essay.Dora Mavor Moore, Historic house, historic photo, Jeanne Minhinnick
Naming Names in Fort York NeighbourhoodGary Miedema2011News.commemoration, Precinct, street names, Toronto historical plaquing
Fort York Bridge PostponedElizabeth Quance2011News.Pedestrian/Cycle bridge, Precinct
Construction on the Visitor Centre Begins2011News.Andy and Valerie Pringle, Fort York Foundation, Fort York Visitor Centre, Janice and Earle O'Born.
Conscious Food Festival2011News.food festival, Fort York, Garrison Common
Volunteer Historic Cooks Open House Volunteer Recruiting2011Advertisement.Historic Foodways Programme, recruitment, volunteer cooks
A Fort York Historic District Walking Tour in association with Heritage Toronto, “Fort York and the Garrison Common: Battlefields, Graves and Urban Development”2011
Fort York Ongoing Summer Programming — August2011Calendar.education, Fort York, summer programming
Pretty Little Instincts2011Fort York, Indigenous arts, Indigenous Arts Festival.
Spacing Road Show2011News.Fort York, Matt Blackett, public art, Spacing magazine
In Review: Stanley Barracks: Toronto’s Military LegacyKevin Hebib2011Book review.Aldona Sendzikas (author), Canadian Army, Canadian Forces (history), Exhibition Camp
The Officers’ Mess Establishment at Fort YorkFiona Lucas2011Essay.Battle of York, black history, cooking, Hannah Jarvis
Annual Meeting of The Friends of Fort York for 20112011News.
Fort York Historic District Walking Tour 200 Years of Lakefront Development2011Calendar.demonstration, military modeling, Ontario Model Soldiers' Society, toy soldiers
Doors Open Fort York Historic District Walking Tour Fort York and the Garrison Common: Battlefields, Graves, and Urban Development2011
TDSB History Fair2011Calendar.education, History Fair, Toronto District School Board
Garrison Creek2011News.The Vanishing Point (website).
Fort York’s Not Moving!2011News.civic address, Fort York Boulevard, Garrison Road
We Invite Your Support!2011Advertisement.Andy Pringle, donation, Fort York Foundation, Fort York Visitor Centre
In Review: The Civil War of 1812: American Citizens, British Subjects, Irish Rebels and Indian AlliesJohn R. Grodzinski2011
Help Us Recruit New Candidates for the Fort York Guard2011News.Fife and Drum Corps, Fort York Guard, recruitment, volunteers.
Garrison Common History: The John B. Smith Lumber CompanyKevin Plummer2011Essay.Callander, Crystal Palace (Exhibition Place), historic photo, John Bizzet Smith
Ontario Model Soldiers’ Society Show2011Calendar.Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario, Ontario Model Soldiers' Society, Ultimate Block Party
The Ultimate Block Party2011Calendar.education, Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario, play-based learning
Food Fight2011News.Chef Scot Vivan, Fort York Food Fight Competition (event).
An Evening to Honour Author Dorothy DuncanBridget Wranich2011News.Black Creek Pioneer Village, book launch, bookplate, Brigadier John McGinnis (Toronto Historical Board managing director)
Cawthra Artifacts Illuminate the War of 1812Wayne Reeves2011News.3rd Regiment of York Militia, Anne Coneybeare (donor), Canadian militia, Captain Duncan Cameron
Gift of an “extremely rare” Survivor of 1812: The “Upper Canada Preserved” MedalRichard Gerrard2011News.Canadian Cultural Property Review Board., City of Toronto Museum Services, George William Allan (1822-1901), Joseph LeRoux (author)
Henry Ross: Renegade at EurekaStephen Otto2011Essay.Australia, Bakery Hill, Ballarat, Charles Doudiet (amateur artist)
2011 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkAlok Sharma2011Calendar.
Who Built the Well at Fort York in 1802?Chris Laverton2010News.6th Regiment of Foot, Government House, Lieutenant-General Peter Hunter., military artificers
What the Friends of Fort York Do: Our Accomplishments for 20102010Accomplishments.
The Honourable David C. Onley, Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario2010News.David C. Onley, Fort York National Historic Site, Lieutenant-Governor's New Year's Levee, War of 1812 bicentennial
A Rebellion Veteran SurvivesBruce Cane2010Essay."thriftless dogs", 1837 Rebellion, 1st Incorporated Militia Battalion, Anthony Hinchey (Private)
Victoria Memorial Square Restoration CompleteScott James2010Essay.burying ground, Councillor Adam Vaughan, Councillor Olivia Chow, David Leinster (landscape architect)
Brock and Tecumseh: What’s In a Name?Stephen Otto2010Essay.
Reviving the Volunteer Historic Gardening Programme at Fort York National Historic Site2010
Victory at Fort YorkMark Osbaldeston2010Essay.1909 agreement, Associated Historical Societies' Committee of Toronto, federal transfer of Garrison Common, Gardiner Expressway history
Parler Fort, presents Dorothy Duncan, renowned expert in heritage foods2010News.culinary history., Dorothy Duncan, Historic Foodways Programme, Parler Fort
Parler Fort (Fort York’s new Speaker Series)2010News.Canadian War Museum, J. L. Granatstein, military history, Parler Fort
Hearth Cooking Class2010Calendar.hearth cooking, Historic Foodways Programme, Officers' Brick Barracks
Captain Robert StephensChris Laverton2010Essay.37th Regiment of Foot, artifact photo, British Army List, commission
“The Vault”: An Exhibit Space Planned for the Fort York Visitor CentreWayne Reeves2010Essay.City of Toronto Museums and Heritage Services collections
Upgrades to Victoria Memorial Square at Niagara and Portland Streets Are Nearing Completion2010
Fort York Foundation2010News.Andrew Pringle., Curtis Barlow (Executive Director), Fort York Invigorated Campaign
Battle of the Brandywine Parade Held by the Queen’s York Rangers at Fort YorkKathy Mills2010Illustration.Guidon., Queen's York Rangers (1st American Regiment)
New Directors Appointed to Friends’ Board2010News.Mark Nufrio, Sid Calzavara
Stocking the Toronto Library in 1810Alan Walker2010Essay.1813 looting, Commodore Isaac Chauncey, Elmsley House, John McDonell (Toronto Library Secretary)
The Garrison NurseryRichard Ubbens2010Essay.City of Toronto Urban Forestry, killdeer., mallard ducks, mockingbirds
A Landscape of Memory: Coronation ParkGary Miedema2010Essay.Battery Park, commemoration, conservation, First World War
Friends’ Friends Sweep Jane Jacobs Prize Awards2010News.Cathy Nasmith, Matt Blackett, Spacing magazine
Friends of Fort York Annual Georgian Mess Dinner2010Advertisement.formal event, Georgian Mess Dinner, period costume
A Portrait of John Graves Simcoe (1752–1806)Richard Gerrard2010Essay."red Simcoe" and "green Simcoe" paintings, Exeter Cathedral Simcoe monument, George Theodore Berthon (painter, 1806-1892), Henry Scadding (historian, 1813-1901)
The Garrison Well at Fort York National Historic SiteChris Laverton2010Essay."General's Well", archaeological excavation of well (1956), brackish water, Captain Aeneas Shaw
Sandford Fleming’s Model HarbourMichael Moir2010Essay.artifact photo, Board of Trade, breakwater, Harbour Trust
Arts and Letters Award for Joe GillScott James2010News.Arts and Letters Club of Toronto
Jeannie Butler2010Obituary.
Talking with John Patkau and Jonathan KearnsKevin Plummer2010Essay.archaeological landscape, architectural design, Armoury., Fort York Visitor Centre
2010 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkRichard Haynes, Site Co-ordinator at Fort York2010Calendar.
Bread and Butter PuddingBridget Wranich2009Recipe.Historic Foodways Programme, volunteer cooks
Whatever the Game: Sport and the Military in Early TorontoKen Purvis2009Essay.93rd (Sutherland Highlanders) Regiment of Foot, Army Sport Control Board, British Army, Caer Howell
Recommended Design Chosen for the New Visitor Centre2009News.design competition, Fort York Visitor Centre, jury members (George Dark, Antonio Gomez-Palacio, Rick Haldenby, Rocco Maragna, Marianne McKenna, Charles Pachter, Anthony Tung)., jury members (George Dark, Antonio Gomez-Palacio, Rick Haldenby, Rocco Maragna, Marianne McKenna, Charles Pachter, Anthony Tung).
Order out of Chaos: The Fort York Resource CentreNancy Baines2009Essay.Blue Barracks, Carl Benn, Christine Mosser, Fort York Library
New Chief Curator2009News.City of Toronto Museum and Heritage Services (MHS), cultural heritage landscapes, master plan, Toronto history
What the Friends Do: Our Accomplishments (2009)2009Accomplishments.
Open House to Display Proposals for a New Visitor Centre at Fort York2009News.architectural design, Fort York Visitor Centre, Kearns Mancini Architects, Patkau Architects
Under the GunKevin Hebib2009Essay.aluminum carriages, artillery (installation), capital project, Sandra Loughheed (outdoor public art conservator).
Hank Young: Happy Trails to You, Until We Meet Again2009Obituary.community liason, Directors' Dinners, Friends of Fort York, Gladstone Hotel
The Fort York Guard in 2009Joe Gill2009News.
In Review Strange Fatality: The Battle of Stoney Creek, 1813Michael McAllister2009Book review.A.R.M. Lower (historian), analysis of skeletal material., bayonet, Billy Green (scout)
Our Honoured Friend2009News.Heritage Canada Foundation, Heritage Toronto Special Achievement Award, Lieutenant-Governor's Award for Outstanding Achievement in Heritage Conservation, Stephen Otto
C.H.J. Snider Was Behind the Making of Our Model of the NancyKevin Plummer2009Essay."From Stick to Ship" (newspaper column), "Schooner Days" (newspaper column), artifact photo, C.W. Jefferys (artist)
2009 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkEwan Wardle2009Calendar.
In Review Niagara 1814: The Final InvasionRoss Fair2009Book review.Jon Latimer (author), Niagara Frontier, Osprey Publishing (publisher), War of 1812
Passing of Robert MalcomsonStephen Otto2009Obituary.Capital in Flames (book title), North American Society for Oceanic History, Robert Irvine (artist)., War of 1812 historian
Eva MacDonald appointed to the Board of the Friends of Fort York and Garrison Common2009
The Battles for the Preservation of Fort York, 1905–32David Roberts2009Essay.9th Battery Field Artillery, Barlow Cumberland, Canadian Club plaque, Canadian National Exhibition
Under the Floor in the South Soldiers’ BarracksAndrew Stewart, Eva MacDonald2009Essay.89th Regiment of Foot, Archaeological Services Inc. (ASI), artifact photo, blockhouse
Charles Fothergill’s Provincial Museum on the Garrison Common: A Dream Too FarUlana Baluk2009Essay.Allan MacNab, artifact collections, British Coffee House, British Museum
OH, CANADA2009Calendar.Canada Day, Fort York Guard, lakefront history, walking tour
First Steps to Renewing the FortKevin Hebib2009News.archaeology., black powder laboratory, British Army regimental school, education
City Council Approves Design Team for June Callwood Park2009News.Fort York Public Realm Plan., gh3 (architects)
New Committee Chair2009News.History and Archaeology Committee., Michael Moir
In Review: Historical Atlas of TorontoC. Grant Head2009Book review.Derek Hayes (author), Douglas & McIntyre (publisher), Douglas & McIntyre (publisher), drawing.
Conversation with Colin UptonCoupland Douglas; Upton Colin2009Essay.comic book artist, Illustrator, Monument to the War of 1812.
Henry Bowyer Lane’s Fort at Toronto, 1842Burant Jim; Otto Stephen2009Essay.Architect, Boulton family, historic drawing, Library and Archives Canada
Brockton’s Name Recalls Isaac Brock’s Cousin JamesDan Brock, John England, Gillian Lenfestey, Stephen Otto, Guy St-Denis, Stuart Sutherland contributed to this article2009Essay.49th (Hertfordshire) Regiment of Foot, Administrator of Upper Canada, Court of Probate, Fort George.
Canadian Citizenship Ceremony2009Calendar.citizenship ceremony, Institute for Canadian Citizenship
THE FRIENDS OF FORT YORK2009Advertisement.Fort York Visitor Centre, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), War of 1812 bicentennial
Battle of York Day2009Calendar.Battle of York, Battle of York Day (event), citizenship ceremony, Institute for Canadian Citizenship
French Fruit Pudding, or CharlotteBridget Wranich2008Recipe.
The Refugees at York: What happened to the families when the Americans landed?Robert Malcomson2008Essay.Angelique Givens, Battle of York, civilians, Elizabeth Russell
Fort York’s Volunteer Cooks Are Never Too ManyBaines Nancy; Cirulis Heather2008Essay.Bridget Wranich (staff cook), bunker kitchen, Ellen Johnstone (volunteer cook), Fiona Lucas (cook, Spadina House)
What The Friends Do: Our Accomplishments for 20082008Accomplishments.
On Guard: A Short History of the Fort York Guard, 1980-PresentKevin Hebib2008Essay.'Rent-a-Guard' program, 1st Battalion Incorporated Militia of Upper Canada, animation/demonstration squad, Canadian National Exhibition
Honoured Friends2008News.Cathy Nasmith, Rob Zeidler
Adieu to Dr. Carl Benn!George Waters2008News.Chief Curator, City of Toronto Museum and Heritage Services (MHS), Curator, Fort York, Historic Fort York 1793-1993 (book title).
Introducing Our New Directors2008News.Antoine Belaieff, Margaret (Meg) Graham, Michael Moir
A Better Way2008News.LRT alignment, threat to integrity of Fort York National Historic Site., TTC
Lowing in the Wind: When Packing Houses Surrounded Fort YorkStephen Otto2008Essay.Canadian Packing Co., Cattle Market Annex, Charles Blackwell, exhumation of U.S. soldiers
Thank You to the Sponsors of the Georgian Mess Dinner2008News.
Public Trophies, Private PlunderRobert Malcomson2008Essay.'scalp' or speaker's peruke, artifact photo, Battle of York, ceremonial mace
2008 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkMelanie Garrison2008Calendar.
BOOK LAUNCH FOR HTO2008Calendar.Blue Barracks, Christina Palassio, Coach House Books (publisher), HTO: Toronto's Water from Lake Iroquois to Lost Rivers to Low-flow Toilets (title)
UNVIELING OF ‘MONUMENT TO THE WAR OF 1812’ SCULPTURE2008News.Deputy Mayor Joe Pantalone, Douglas Coupland (artist), Monument to the War of 1812 (artwork), public art
On Guard: A Short History of the Fort York Guard, 1934-1978Kevin Hebib2008Essay.8th (King's) Regiment recreated (1977), artillery demonstrations, Bridadier-General John A. McGinnis, Canadian centennial (1967)
A Tribute To Robert NurseRichard Dodds2008Obituary.Friends of Fort York board, John Barclay, Soldiers' Trade (exhibit).
In ReviewDouglas Dodds2008Book review.Battle of York, Capital in Flames: the American Attack on York, 1813 (title), Robert Malcomson (author), Robin Brass Studio (publisher)
The Best of Times2008News.Bathurst Street (Sir Isaac Brock) Bridge., City-building, Environmental Assessment, Fort York pedestrian bridge
The Crater Wakes: Archaeological Legacies at Fort YorkAndrew Stewart2008Essay.archaeology., battlefield (Battle of York), commemoration, Exhibition Place
Ka-Boom!!! The Explosion of the Grand MagazineRobert Malcomson2008Essay.Amasa Trowbridge Papers (U.S. Library of Congress), Battle of York, black powder., Brigadier General Zebulon Pike (death)
FATHER’S DAY WEEKEND MODEL SOLDIER SHOW2008News.Father's Day, Ontario Model Soldier Society, recreation, toy soldiers
Canada Day Annual Event2008Calendar.Canada Day, fife and drum, Fort York Guard, Historic Foodways Programme
Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing”2008Calendar.Craig Walker, DreamNorth Theatre Company, outdoor performance
MackeroonsBridget Wranich2008Recipe.
Fort York: A Short History and GuideCarl Benn, City of Toronto Museums, Heritage Services2008News.Carl Benn (author)., publication announcement
The Library of Major General Sir Isaac BrockPatricia Fleming2008Essay.Captain James Brock, Captain John Glegg, estate auction, Estate inventory
Beyond the Fringes2008News.Bathurst Street bridge rebuilding project, DuToit Allsopp Hillier, Fort York ease of access and integrity planning principles, Garrison Common pedestrian bridge Environmental Assessment (EA).
1812: War with America Jon Latimer’s Book ReviewedMichael Peters2008Book review.John Latimer (author).
Province Proceeds On First Parliament Site2008News.First Parliament Buildings, Ontario Heritage Trust., Sheila Larmer (project director)
“Covered with snow and frozen mud.” The Artillery at The Capture of YorkRobert Malcomson2008Essay.Battle of Lake Erie, Battle of York, cannon, Commodore Isaac Chauncey
Thomas Williamson’s Wonderful View of Fort YorkStephen Otto2008Essay.artillery square, East Gate., James Hamilton (ornamental drawing teacher), John G. Howard (architect and geometrical drawing teacher)
FIELD MANOEUVRES BY UNIFORMED RE-ENACTORS2008Calendar.Battle of York, Fort York National Historic Site, recreation, War of 1812
An Invitation: Help Launch the New Book ‘Capital in Flames’2008News.Blue Barracks, book launch, Capital In Flames (title), Fort York National Historic Site
Spring Cleaning: Mayor Miller’s Community Cleanup Day2008Calendar.Battle of York, Capital In Flames (title), Robert Malcomson, Robin Brass Studio (publisher)
Festival of Storytelling: Streetcar Wars: The Battle for Fort York2008Calendar.Canadian National Exhibition, Chris Cavanagh, Festival of Storytelling, streetcar
HANNAH GLASSE: A tribute to a remarkable cookbook authorIn partnership, the Culinary Historians of Ontario2008Calendar.Bridget Wranich, Culinary Historians of Ontario, Fiona Lucas, Hannah Glasse
Help Save The Site of Upper Canada’s First Parliament Buildings2002News.archaeology., heritage preservation, Parliament Buildings, Town of York
The Fort York Guard – An Outstanding Summer (and a new CD!)2002News.Fort York Guard, military history, recreation, volunteers.
Queen Charlotte’s Birthday2002News.commemoration, Queen's Charlotte Ball (program), recreation
Gardiner Expressway – An Update2002News.development proposals, Fort York, Gardiner Expressway., Precinct
Fort York Boulevard – Yet to Come2002News.City of Toronto, development proposals, Fort York Boulevard, Garrison Common
Murray Philp – A True Friend2002Obituary.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Murray Philp
A Review of the Issues Surrounding the Front Street Extension Project2002Essay.development proposals, Fort York, Front Street Extension, Garrison Common
Front Street Extension Environmental Assessment Study2002News.development proposals, Environmental Assessment, Front Street Extension
Attention!2002Advertisement.
The Fort York Management Board2002News.City of Toronto, Fort York Foundation, Toronto Historical Board
Road Opening sets the stage for continued growth of visitors to Historic Fort York2002
Opening of Fort York Boulevard2002News.City of Toronto, Fort York Boulevard, infrastructure, Precinct
The Fort York Drums2002Essay.artifact photo, British Army, fife and drum, military history
Queen Charlotte’s Birthday – A Birthday Ball Fit for a Queen2002News.military history, Queen Charlotte's Ball (program), recreation
A New Membership Program for the Friends2002News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), membership
Protecting The Flow of Light to Fort York’s Buildings2002News.development proposals, Fort York, heritage conservation, site interpretation
Friends of Fort York Receive Recognition2002News.awards, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), recognition
Ken Purvis and Gin Lane – a New Heritage CD2002News.Gin Lane, heritage recording, Ken Purvis, music
John Barclay – A True Friend of Fort York2002Obituary.Fort York, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), volunteers.
Connecting Communities: The Fort York Pedestrian And Cycle BridgeJo Ann Pynn2007Essay.Central Waterfront Secondary Plan (City of Toronto), Councillor Joe Pantalone, Du Toit Allsopp Hillier (dTAH), Fort York and Garrison Common Parks and Open Space Design and Implementation Plan
To Make Solid SyllabubsBridget Wranich2007Recipe.
Book Notice2007News.Dianne Graves (author), In the Midst of Alarms: the Untold Story of Women and the War of 1812 (title)
Sheaffe Fudged the Figures at YorkRobert Malcomson2007Essay.Battle of York, C.P. Stacey (historian), muster and pay lists, Record Group 8, Library and Archives Canada (LAC)
Bathurst Bridge Named For Sir Isaac Brock2007News.Councillor Adam Vaughan, Depurty Mayor Joe Pantalone
New Kids on the Block: The Emerging Fort York NeighbourhoodHeather Inglis Baron2007Essay.architectural design guidelines, City of Toronto, Dan Acconi (artist), east end of Fort York park (lower Garrison Creek)
Two New Directors Join The Board2007News.Greg Kitscha, Matt Blackett, Spacing magazine, Wittington Properties
New Logo for the Friends2007News.Ted Smolak (designer)
All This And More2007Accomplishments.
Our Mistake2007News.artifact, Malibu Investments Inc., Queen's Wharf, railway history
Rail From The Queen’s Wharf: A Rare SurvivorDavid Spittal2007Essay.archaeology., artifact photo, Concord Adex, Grand Trunk Railway (GTR)
Standing On Guard For Thee: The Fort York GuardMichael Manning2007News.Fort Erie, Fort George., Fort Niagara, Fort York Guard
Memories Of Fort YorkHoward Moscoe, Toronto City Councillor for Ward 152007Essay.East Blockhouse, education, Officers' Mess, recollection of Fort York
Financial Skills Needed2007News.Fort York Foundation, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), volunteers., War of 1812 bicentennial
Thomas Ormsby: The Last British Barrack Sergeant At Fort York2007Essay.91st Regiment, barrack sergeant, British Army, military families
“Proceed Directly To York:” Why The Americans Attacked Little York, April 27, 1813Robert Malcomson2007Essay.American invasion, Battle of York, Robert Malcomson, Town of York
Searching For The Better Way: Streetcar Service To The CNEMike et al Filey2007Essay.
ARCHAEOLOGY DAY AT FORT YORK2007Calendar.archaeology., event programming, family activities, Ontario Archaeological Society
‘THE FORT AT YORK’: Sept. 20th to Oct. 13th2007News.Battle of York, Crate Productions, site interpretation, theatre
Ghosts of the Garrison – Annual Event2007Advertisement.Ghosts of the Garrison (event), Tempest Design Group Inc.
Crate Productions Fort York The Play2007Calendar.Battle of York, Crate Productions, recreation, Upper Canada
The Pirate Festival2007Calendar.Canadian National Exhibition, Indigenous Arts Festival., Tecumseh
Toronto’s Festival of Beer2007Calendar.Fort York closure, special events, Toronto Festival of Beer
The Rogers Picnic Concert2007Calendar.Rogers Picnic Concert, special event, The Roots
Canadian Zinfomania BBQ2007Advertisement.Churchill Cellars, en Ville Catering, fundraising, Ravenswood Wines
Spreading The News In 1813David Juliusson2007Essay.artifact photo, Battle of York, donation, War of 1812
The York Militia ColoursCarl Benn PhD Chief Curator City of Toronto Museums, Heritage Services2007Essay.Mary Warren Baldwin, regimental colours, St James Cathedral., Third Regiment of York Militia
Election Of Directors And Officers2007News.annual meeting, Fort York Guard, Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, landscape improvements
HRDC Grant for Fort York Guard Restored!2007News.Fort York Guard, Fort York National Historic Site, Government of Canada funding, Human Resources and Social Development Canada
Fort Misses Out On The Action2007News.8th (King's) Regiment of Foot, Battle of York, Francis Battersby, Glengarry Light Infantry
British Regiments Contact Project2007News.archives, British Army, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), History & Archaeology Committee
How The Railways Strangled Fort YorkStephen Otto2007Essay.Garrison Common, Grand Trunk Railway (GTR), Ordnance lands, railway development
Thank you Joe!!2007News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, George Waters
1813 Colours Offered to Fort York2007News.Battle of York, Carl Benn, regimental colours, St James Cathedral.
SIMCOE DAY ANNUAL EVENT2008Calendar.41st Regiment of Foot, Fort George., John Graves Simcoe, Simcoe Day
High Stakes Game affects Fort York2001News.development proposals, Fort York National Historic Site, Precinct
What You Can Do to Help2001News.donation, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), volunteers.
We Need Help2001News.donation, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), volunteers.
Names Chosen for Streets and Park in FY Neighbourhood2005News.Bastion Street, City of Toronto, Fort York Neighbourhood, Grand Magazine
An Interesting Watercolour Of Fort York’s East EntranceCarl Benn PhD Chief Curator City of Toronto Museums, Heritage Services2006Essay.artifact photo, British Army, Carl Benn, historic photo
Part Of Queen’s Wharf UncoveredDavid Robertson2006Essay.Archaeological Services Inc. (ASI), archaeology., artifact photo, David Robertson
2007 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkMelanie Garrison2007Calendar.[murmur] project, Harbourfront Centre, Luminato, site interpretation
Rebuilding the Bathurst Street BridgeStephen Otto2006Essay.Bathurst Bridge, Fort York National Historic Site, Fort York: Setting It Right (title), Garrison Creek
A History of the Canadian Fencibles, 1803-1816David Juliusson2006Book review.British Army, Canadian Fencibles, Fencible Regiments, Glengarry Light Infantry
History goes awry in Liberty Village2021News.Liberty Village, PLANT Architects, public art, site interpretation
Fort York: Adding New Buildings is Published!2005News.Fort York: Adding New Buildings (title), FY publication., site interpretation, Ted Smolak
Site-work UpdateDavid O'Hara2006News.Harbourfront Centre, Luminato, Parks Canada, Queen's Quay Harbourfront BIA
Celebrating the Bicentennial of the War of 18122007News.commemoration, Julia Munro, Ontario Legislature, War of 1812 bicentennial
June Callwood (1924–2007)2007Obituary.Fort York Neighbourhood, June Callwood Park, Precinct
Fort Acquires Napoleonic DrumKen Purvis, Senior Program Officer2007News.artifact photo, British Army, donation, drum
Fort York’s Wooden Muskets: A HistoryCarl Benn PhD Chief Curator City of Toronto Museums, Heritage Services2007Essay.Carl Benn, education, historic interpretation, school programmes
Oops! We Forgot2007News.awards, Fort York Management Board, Fort York: Adding New Buildings (title), Heritage Toronto
More Graves Identified2007News.archaeology., Battle of York, Strachan Avenue Cemetery, War of 1812
Two New Members Join Friends’ Board2007News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, Heather Inglis Baron, Patricia Fleming, War of 1812 bicentennial
Environmental Cleanup Bee2007News.Fort York, Garrison Common, volunteers.
CSI Toronto: The Friends’ New Office2007News.Blue Barracks, Fort York, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), office space
Archaeological Investigations in the Garrison Creek RavineAndrew Stewart2007Essay.Archaeological Services Inc. (ASI), archaeology., Carl Benn, Garrison Creek
Fort York Foundation EstablishedGeordie Beal2007News.Fort York Foundation, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), fundraising, Geordie Beal
Getting it right2001commemoration, heritage site management, historic accuracy, historic interpretation
Upcoming events at Fort York2001Calendar.Fort York
Update on the Front St. Extension2001News.development proposals, Front Street Extension, Garrison Common
Apologies – Some Members Overlooked2001News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
Georgian Mess Dinner Thursday – June 7th, 20012001Advertisement.Georgian Mess Dinner, Historic Foodways Programme, military history
Peter Twist – working for authentic history2001Obituary.Fort York Guard, historic interpretation, volunteers.
2001 Friends of Fort York Lecture Series2001Calendar.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), lecture series
Two Citizens Boards Working Together for the Future Of Fort York2001News.Fort York, Fort York Foundation, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
Membership – A Growing Interest in Fort York2000News.Fort York, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), membership
City Acquires More Land along Fort York’s Northern Edge2000News.City of Toronto, Fort York, land acquisition, Precinct
Fort York Drums – Recruiting in Process2000News.Fort York Guard, recruitment, volunteers.
Third Annual Mess Dinner – Thursday, June 7, 20012000Advertisement.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Mess Dinner
Ghost Story Evening Program Offerings at the Fort – (Geordie Beal)2000News.Fort York, Ghost Story Evening, public programming
Will You Volunteer Your Time and Skills2000News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), volunteers.
Archaeological Dig on Site of Upper Canada’s First Parliament Buildings2000News.Archaeological Services Inc. (ASI), archaeology., First Parliament Buildings, Upper Canada
Fort York: Setting It Right2000Essay.Fort York, heritage conservation, historic preservation, restoration.
Fort York Festival – 20002000Calendar.Fort York, military history, recreation
Comings and GoingsFort York Site Co-ordinator, Richard Haynes2000News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, volunteers.
Two Citizen Boards Working Together for the Future Of Fort York2000News.Fort York, Fort York Foundation, Fort York National Historic Site, Friends of Fort York (FoFY)
Early Newspaper Bought for Fort on eBay2006News.artifact acquisition, Battle of York, Blue Barracks, Carl Benn
Friends’ Board Now Includes Henry D’Auchapt2006News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, Victoria Square, Wellington Place Neighbourhood Association
The Proof Was In The Pudding!Dorothy Duncan2006Essay.bake ovens, George Waters, Historic Foodways Programme, Officers' Quarters
Where the Bodies Lie BuriedStephen Otto2006Essay.Battle of York, casualties, Robert Malcomson, Victoria Memorial Square
Compliments of the Season2006News.Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, War of 1812 bicentennial
Archives Project2006News.archives, Blue Barracks, Canadian Council of Archives, Young Canada Works
Fort York now a Registered Archaeological Site2006News.Archaeological Services Inc. (ASI), archaeology., Bathurst Bridge, David Robertson
The Great East Gate Of Fort YorkDavid Spittal Archaeologist, the City's Culture division2006Essay.archaeology., David Spittal, Garrison Creek, historic drawing
Fall Clean-up2006News.Friends of Fort York, volunteers.
Garrison Common History: Garrison Creek2006Essay.Garrison Creek, glacial history, Toronto geography, Toronto watershed
2006 Upcoming Events Historic Fort YorkMelanie Garrison2006Calendar.Dance and Dance-ability, Ghosts of the Garrison, volunteers.
Planning for the Bicentennial of the War of 1812Ken Purvis, Senior Program Officer2006News.Fort Erie, Fort George., Fort Niagara, Forts Group
An Herb Pie For Lent2006Recipe.Elizabeth Raffald, Historic Foodways Programme, Queen Charlotte's Ball (program), The Experienced English Housekeeper (title)
Tell A Friend About The Friends! –2006Advertisement.donation, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), membership
What Are The Friends Doing? –2006News.Adding New Buildings, Fort York Foundation, Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, War of 1812 bicentennial
A Proclamation!2006News.Garrison, Molson building, Plazacorp, Quadrangle
Adding New Buildings – An Update2006News.City of Toronto, development proposals, Fort York Foundation, War of 1812 bicentennial
Public Art in West Harbour City –2006News.June Callwood Park, public art, Quadrangle Architects, West Harbour City
Garrison Common History: Northeast Liberty Village2006Essay.Battle of York, Central Prison, Garrison Common, Grand Trunk Railway (GTR)
Officers’ Kitchen Garden UpdateRichard Haynes2004News.donation, Fort York, Officers' Kitchen Garden, volunteers.
In Memorium2004Obituary.Living History Program, Overnight Program, Tom Arnold
Items of InterestDavid Spittal, Fort York Archaeologist2004News.Bathurst Bridge, CPR Wharf Lead, Fort York National Historic Site, Heritage Conservation District
End-of-Season Reports from the Fort York GuardCanadian Fencibles, Drum Major, Ewan K. Wardle, Private Jason Cameron Hawkins2004News.Black Creek Pioneer Village, Fife and Drum Corps, Fort Erie, Fort York Guard
Garrison Common History: The Breweries2004Essay.breweries, Garrison Common, Garrison Creek, John Farr
Fortyork.ca – Bookmark this Site!2004News.Fort York Guard, Fortyork.ca, Ted Smolak, website
Our Committees Need Members!2004News.Fort York Guard, Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, volunteers.
Statement of Commemorative Integrity Approved2004News.Fort York National Historic Site, National Register of Historic Places, Parks Canada, site interpretation
Artefact Collecting at Fort YorkCarl Benn PhD Chief Curator City of Toronto Museums, Heritage Services2005Essay.archaeology., artifact photo, Battle of York, City of Toronto Museums and Heritage Services (MHS) collections
Pears Portuguese Fashion, with Currants2005Recipe.
Parking at Fort York2005News.Canadian National Exhibition, Fort York Guard, fundraising, volunteers.
Garrison Common Properties Proposed for Inventory2005News.Garrison Common, heritage preservation, Inventory of Heritage Properties, King-Spadina
Friends Lose a Friend with Bill Archer’s Death2005Obituary.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Metro Council, Toronto City Council, William Archer
Garrison Common History: The Wellington Place Neighbourhood2005Essay.Clarence Square, Lieutenant-Governor Sir John Colborne, Military Reserve, Victoria Square
The Friends Always Welcome New Members2005Advertisement.Fort York, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), membership
Sponsors for the 2005 Georgian Dinner2005News.Bridget Wranich, Concord Adex, Georgian Dinner, Historic Foodways Programme
Fort York: Adding New Buildings2005News.capital improvements, City of Toronto, Fort York Management Board, Fort York: Adding New Buildings (title)
Tecumseh Arts Festival2004News.Indigenous arts, Tecumseh, Tecumseh Collective, War of 1812
Privies, Latrines and Wells at the FortDavid Spittal2005Essay.archaeology., artifact, Blockhouse No. 1, David Spittal
Recipe for Fish Pie2005Recipe.
Banking and Payroll Help Needed –2005News.Fort York Guard, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), fundraising, volunteers.
Everybody Needs Friends. We Do! –2005Advertisement.donation, membership
Public Meeting on Victoria Square2005News.archaeology., Councillor Olivia Chow, Old Fort Military Burying Ground (Strachan Avenue Cemetery), restoration.
Georgian Dinner2005News.Blue Barracks, En Ville, Fort York Guard, Georgian Dinner
Garrison Common History: The Robinson Cottages2005Essay.Garrison Common, historic plan, James Lukin Robinson, Toronto
Front Street Extension2005News.Front Street Extension, railway corridor, transportation policy, Waterfront Development
David O’Hara Appointed Administrator for Fort York2005News.City of Toronto Museums and Heritage Services (MHS), David O'Hara, Fort York Boulevard, Fort York Management Board
DANCE AND DANCE-ABILITY2004Calendar.English Country Dance, historic recreation, Town of York, Upper Canada
Congratulations to Our Friends in Parliament2004News.Fort York Guard, Jack Layton, Tony Ianno, Trinity-Spadina
Three New Members Elected to Friends’ Board2004News.Fort York Management Board, Friends of Fort York (FoFY) board, Jane Burgess, Stevens Burgess Architects
7th Annual Georgian Mess Dinner2005News.Blue Barracks, Fort York Guard, Georgian Mess Dinner, Historic Foodways Programme
FORT YORK GUARD NEEDS RECRUITS2006News.Fort York Drums, Fort York Guard, recruitment, volunteers.
Significance of Setting: Historic Fort York and Garrison Common2005Essay.Fort York, Garrison Common, historic site, significance
Upcoming Events 2005 Historic Fort YorkMelanie Garrison2005Calendar.Blue Barracks, Doors Open, Fort York, Simcoe Day
Recipe for Negus IceBridget Wranich2005Recipe.culinary history., Historic Foodways Programme
Once More unto the Beach: The Secret Lives of Toronto’s GunsKen Purvis2005Essay.artifact photo, artillery, historic photo, John Graves Simcoe
Any Old Pictures of The Fort or Victoria Square?2005News.artifact photo, Fort York, historic drawing, historic photo
The Friends Say Farewell to Rob Roy2005Obituary.Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Robert Maitland Roy, Royal Canadian Military Institute, Toronto Historical Board
Garrison Common History: The Western Park2005Essay.Carl Benn, David Spittal, Garrison Common, historic plan
June Callwood Park Is Dedicated2005News.Fort York Neighbourhood, June Callwood Park, landscape improvements, Victoria Memorial Square
Queen Charlotte’s Birthday Ball2004News.Historic Foodways Programme, Officers' Kitchen Garden, Queen Charlotte's Ball (program)
Ghosts of the Garrison2004Calendar.Ghosts of the Garrison, Remembrance Day, Strachan Avenue Cemetery
Upcoming Events 2004 Historic Fort York2004Calendar.Doors Open, Remembrance Day ceremony, Strachan Avenue Cemetery, Tecumseh Weekend
Doors Open Toronto 2004 – Archaeology at Fort YorkDavid Spittal, Fort York Archaeologist2004News.archaeology., Blue Barracks, David Spittal, Doors Open
Fort York Guard2004News.Black Creek Pioneer Village, Fort York Drums, Fort York Guard, Human Resources Development Canada
Earth Day Cleanup at the Fort2004News.Earth Day, Precinct, Strachan Avenue, volunteers.
Council Approves New Management Board2004News.Fort York Management Board, Geordie Beal, George Waters, Heritage Toronto
Change of Command2004News.Carl Benn, City of Toronto Museum and Heritage Services (MHS), Jo Ann Pynn, Toronto Catholic District School Board
Friends of Fort York Turn Ten!2004News.Bob Allsopp, Cathy Nasmith, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), Revealing Fort York
Georgian Mess Dinner – Thanks to Our Sponsors2004News.Georgian Mess Dinner, Laura Secord, Loblaws Properties Limited, Wittington Properties Limited
The Fife & Drum Expands2004
Parking at Fort York — We Need Volunteers2005News.Canadian National Exhibition, Fort York Guard, Friends of Fort York (FoFY), fundraising
2004 Annual Georgian Mess Dinner2004News.Fort York, Georgian Mess Dinner, Historic Foodways Programme
Adding to the Collections: Donations of Two Important Swords2004News.artifact photo, City of Toronto Museums and Heritage Services (MHS) collections, donation
Recent Archaeology at the FortDavid Spittal2004Essay.archaeology., artifact photo, David Spittal, excavation
Defenders of the Fort: Part 1 – Jean GeesonStephen Otto2004Essay.Fort York, Jean Geeson, Stephen Otto, volunteers.
Improvements Begin to Victoria Memorial SquareScott James2004News.landscape improvements, Scott James, Victoria Memorial Square
Closed Over the Holidays2003News.Fort York, seasonal closure, Visitor Centre
Tecumseh Weekend: A Celebration of Native Arts and Culture2003News.Indigenous arts, Indigenous Arts Festival (event), volunteer recruitment, volunteers.
Fort York Volunteer Recruitment Night2003Calendar.Historic Foodways Programme, recreation, volunteers.
Dance & Dance-abilty2003
First FiringBridget Wranich2003News.brick bake oven, Historic Foodways Programme, Officers' Mess, restoration.
Three-peat for Fort York GuardKen Purvis2003News.drill competition, Fort Erie, Fort George., Fort Malden
A Dance from the Officers’ Mess2003Essay.ballroom dancing, English country dancing, historic recreation, Thomas Wilson
The Ghosts of the GarrisonDavid Juliusson2003Essay.Blue Barracks, education, Ghosts of the Garrison (program), storytelling
Another issue of Birthplace!2003News.Festival of Beer, Fort York Guard, school visits, Simcoe Day
Upcoming Events: July, August & September2003
Bathurst Street Bridge 1903 – 2003David Spittal2003Essay.Bathurst Bridge, Battle of York, Garrison Creek, Grand Trunk Railway (GTR)
To make Ice Cream2003Recipe.
Welcome to the first issue of Birthplace!2003News.Battle of York, Doors Open, Queen Charlotte's Ball (program), Visitor Centre
Garrison News ~ A Staff ReportKaren Crisp2003News.Andrea Bouma, Ellen Johnstone, Fort York Guard, Fort York staff
The Friends of Fort York and Garrison Common

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