In 2009, Heritage Toronto is hosting a very special event on behalf of our City's 175th birthday.

This year we are delighted to have Mary Ito, host of CBC Radio's "Living in Toronto" and "Fresh Air" programs, join us as our Emcee for the Awards portion of the evening. The Heritage Toronto Awards will be followed by a one-off event that is a bit of a departure from the usual format of the William Kilbourn Memorial Lecture.

For 2009 we introduce The Great Toronto Roast, Heritage Toronto's birthday party for our City's 175th year. Hosted by Soulpepper Theatre founder and actor Albert Schultz, the evening will offer an array of guests who all have one thing in common - a love for their city. Special guests of roasters and toasters will include former Mayor David Crombie, dub poet and actor d'bi young, poet and writer Dennis Lee, journalist and author Jan Wong, with special appearances by Yuk Yuks and Second City.

This year's program will take place on Tuesday, October 13th at the historic Carlu. Check back on our website for more updates, including award nominees and the full line-up for the Roast!

2009 HERITAGE TORONTO AWARDS

This year, nominations will be awarded in the following categories:

William Greer Architectural Conservation and Craftsmanship - for excellence in the restoration or adaptive reuse of a building 40 years old or older. Projects of all sizes will be considered; from the restoration of the façade or front porch on a house to a major renovation of a commercial building.

Book - for a non-fiction book about Toronto's archaeological, built, cultural and/or natural heritage and history, published in 2008.

Media - for a non-fiction production about Toronto's archaeological, built, cultural and/or natural heritage and history. Projects such as films, websites, maps, newsletters and exhibits are eligible in this category.

Community Heritage Award - a cash prize awarded to one volunteer-based organization in each of the four Community Council areas for a significant activity that promotes or protects heritage within the Community Council area.

Special Achievement Award 

In 2009, Heritage Toronto will be presenting its Special Achievement Award. The recipient of this year's award will be announced shortly. 

Sponsorship Opportunities for the 35th Annual Heritage Toronto Awards

Please click here to download current sponsorship opportunities for the 2009 Heritage Toronto Awards.