Join us for two new walks and a special Wednesday walk of the Exhibition grounds. 

Saturday, July 24 - 10:30 AM NEW

Canada's Candy King Lived Here

Explore the North York neighbourhood around Maryvale, the 1920s estate and farm of Frank P. O'Connor. O'Connor founded Laura Secord candy stores and later served in the Canadian Senate.

LEADER: O'Connor Irish Heritage House
START POINT: SE corner of Victoria Park Ave and Ellesmere Road (near Parkwoods Mall)
FINISH POINT: Victoria Park Ave and Lawrence Ave E
LENGTH: Approx. 1 ½ to 2 hours
FOCUS: Historical, architectural, natural
DIFFICULTY: Long walk on pavement, slopes/bridge over railway track

Sunday, July 25 - 1:00 PM NEW

Cabbagetown People: More Remarkable Lives

Since its beginnings in the 1830s as an immigrant reception neighbourhood, Cabbagetown has been home to an amazing group of personalities. In this follow-up to last year's walk, hear the stories of some of those who lived in the northern part of Cabbagetown. Tours will be offered in English and French.

LEADERS: Cabbagetown Preservation Association (in English) with la Société d'histoire de Toronto (in French)
START POINT: NE corner of Parliament and Winchester Streets
FINISH POINT: Parliament St and Lancaster Ave
LENGTH: Approx. 1½ to 2 hours
FOCUS: Historical
DIFFICULTY: Average walk on pavement

Wednesday, July 28 - 7:00 PM

The Exhibition Grounds

Explore the history of the grounds that are now the Canadian National Exhibition, witness to many changes in our city - from forest and French fur-traders and a War of 1812 battle to agricultural fairgrounds and modern trade shows.

LEADERS: Steve Collie and Exhibition Place Archives
START POINT: Dufferin Gate, Dufferin St, S of Gardiner Expressway
FINISH POINT: Princes' Gate, near Strachan Ave
LENGTH: Approx. 2 hours
FOCUS: Historical, architectural
DIFFICULTY: Pavement, park grounds