REVIEW Aldona Sendzikas. Stanley Barracks: Toronto’s Military Legacy. Canada: Natural Heritage Books/Dundurn Group, 2011. 212 pages, 18 maps and
Many military historians point out that an officers’ mess establishment is a social organization. Although much is known about
This occasion which took place on June 16 is where we elect our directors for the ensuing year and
Explore the history and evolution of Fort York, the Garrison Common, and the nearby Lake Ontario shoreline from the
Doors Open Fort York Historic District Walking Tour Fort York and the Garrison Common: Battlefields, Graves, and Urban Development
TDSB History Fair Fri. May 6, 10 am to 2:30 pm History project displays from the West District of
Garrison Creek There’s something very satisfying about Toronto’s ability to surprise us over and over. An example is The
Fort York’s Not Moving! – but the City Surveyor who assigns property numbers throughout the municipality has given Fort
From reports in this newsletter, in the public press, and on several websites you will know of the new
Alan Taylor. The Civil War of 1812: American Citizens, British Subjects, Irish Rebels and Indian Allies. New York: Alfred
The Friends of Fort York fund and operate the Fort York Guard who provide the colourful historic demonstrations at
It’s not clear whether the previous tenants had made any improvements to the property or erected any buildings. Before
Children of all ages will enjoy Fort York as it hosts the Society’s 49th annual show and competition. Demonstrations
In celebration of play-based learning, tour and participate in interactive games and activities at play centres throughout the site.
Food Fight Chef Scott Vivian (left) and pastry chef teammate Bertrand Alépée get down to business as one of
On 6 December 2010, Fort York National Historic Site in association with the Friends of Fort York, as part
With roots in this city extending back over two hundred years, the Cawthras come close to being a founding
Twenty-two miners and five soldiers died in an armed uprising at the Eureka goldfield at Ballarat, near Melbourne, Australia,
APRIL Historical Food Tasting and Tea Sun. April 3, 1 to 3 pm Taste food from historical recipes tested
Earlier this year, in the March issue of Fife and Drum, we offered evidence that the garrison well, discovered
