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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · 7d

📢 Announcing the Launch of The 2025 York Pioneer Journal!

Join us for speeches & presentations, refreshments and tours of the Scarborough Firefighting Museum!

📅 : Sunday November 2, 2025
⏰ : 10 AM to 2 PM
📍 : 351 Birchmount Rd, Scarborough

Details: bit.ly/4mZkjuS

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · 14d

Beginning tonight and every Friday in October from 7-9pm, Scadding Cabin will take its spooky place as part of Ghost Walks at Exhibition Place ! 👻

Cost: $15 with all proceeds to United Way

To register: bit.ly/46C84j2

📷 : ExPlaceTO

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Jeremy Hopkin @jeremyhopkin.bsky.social · 19d

House of William Smith Jr., beside the Don River near Queen Street, Toronto, circa 1912.

Artist: Frederick Victor Poole
Medium: Watercolour painting
Baldwin Collection of Canadiana, TPL

#1910s #watercolour #watercolor #torontoartist #art #torontohistory #toronto #canada #jeremyhopkin

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · 17d

We encourage our followers to use this day to reflect, learn, and review the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.

We also honour the lives of those who never made it home from Canada's residential school system and the stories of survivors.

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · 17d

Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the York Pioneer & Historical Society respectfully acknowledges the contributions, cultures, experiences, and histories of the First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples.

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · 28d

Tomorrow! Are you coming?

York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Sep 15

Good news! Scadding Cabin will be OPEN for the Exhibition Place Community BBQ! We'll have spinning demonstrations, games, and a tour through our humble cabin!

🗓️ September 20, 2025
⏰ 11AM-2PM
📍Centennial Park, 14 Saskatchewan Rd
🎟️ FREE with registration: community.admitone.com/exhibition-p...

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Sep 15

Good news! Scadding Cabin will be OPEN for the Exhibition Place Community BBQ! We'll have spinning demonstrations, games, and a tour through our humble cabin!

🗓️ September 20, 2025
⏰ 11AM-2PM
📍Centennial Park, 14 Saskatchewan Rd
🎟️ FREE with registration: community.admitone.com/exhibition-p...

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Sep 11

On this day in 1860, Toronto officially opened two grand parks: Queen's Park and Allan Gardens. The Prince of Wales, while on a royal tour, did the honours.

📷 : TPL Digital Archive

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Sep 10

A big THANK YOU to the 5,387 people who visited Scadding Cabin during the CNE!

Another THANK YOU to our amazing team of volunteers and presenters!

EVERYONE made this season another one for the books!

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 31

Calling all kids: We want to see your amazing drawings of Scadding Cabin! 🖍️

Ask us for a super cool Activity Sheet while you enjoy these last few days at the CNE!

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 29

It's the final weekend! The forecast is looking quite favourable...Won't you join us for a last look at Scadding Cabin at the CNE?

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 28

We had the pleasure of attending the Canadian National Exhibition’s President’s Dinner & Foundation Silent Auction on August 27 at the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex. It was a wonderful evening of connection, celebration, and support for the CNE Foundation!

📷 : L. Peppiatt

York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 28

He was an accomplished author and tour guide, and most recently exhibited his work at our Simcoe Day in Toronto event.

The YPHS extends its heartfelt condolences to Richard's family and friends. He will be missed.

For funeral details, go to bit.ly/3Jz03T0

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 28

The York Pioneer & Historical Society is saddened by the passing of member Richard Fiennes-Clinton.

Richard was a York Pioneer since 2016 and had a deep passion for and expertise in Toronto history.

📷 : K. Smith

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 26

EDIT: "The History of An Afternoon Tea" presentation on Wednesday August 27 has been cancelled. Sorry for any inconvenience.

York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 25

It is MIDWAY (get it?) through our time at the CNE!

This week is filled with some interesting visitors - including our resourceful YPHS Archivist, the iconic Governor & Mrs. Simcoe, and some float-y friends! 🦋

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 23

Today! After you visit Scadding Cabin, come see us at the CNEA exhibit booth at the Enercare Centre in Heritage Court! We'll be around until 10PM to talk history!

📷 : L. Peppiatt

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 22

It's Fri-Yay! Are coming to see us this weekend? Check out one of our great presentations and wander our gorgeous garden!

📷 : J. Marshall & K. Smith

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 18

Opening Weekend is behind us and we are READY to roll into our first full week at the #CNE2025--- and it's a BIG one!

As always, we have GREAT programming and AMAZING volunteers ready to guide you through Toronto's Oldest House!

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 15

Our friends at the Muddy York Podcast have a wonderful primer on Scadding Cabin! Check it out:

Muddy York @muddyyork.bsky.social · Aug 15

Today is the first day of the CNE. If you’re planning to visit the Ex, you might want to take the opportunity to check out the oldest building in Toronto. Built in 1794, it’s called the Scadding Cabin and it’s located on the Exhibition Grounds.
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Scadding Cabin by Muddy York: A Toronto History Podcast

Today is the first day of the CNE. If you’re one of the millions of people who will plan to visit the Ex, you might want to take the opportunity to check out the oldest building in Toronto. Built in 1...

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 15

It's finally here! Scadding Cabin is......OPEN!!!

We are starting off opening weekend strong with a great lineup of presentations! Are you coming?

Check back here every Monday & Friday during the CNE for a schedule of events or visit bit.ly/4fwtpNA !

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 12

📢 Let's Go To The EX...at Scadding Cabin!

We will have almost daily events of old faves, new offerings, and our wonderful costumed interpreters to guide you through Toronto's Old House!

📅 Aug 15 to Sept 1 from 12 to 7 PM

For a full schedule, check out www.theex.com or our website: bit.ly/4fwtpNA

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 10

Thank you to our attendees, authors, presenters, walk leaders, and partners who made our Simcoe Day in Toronto event this past Monday a great success!

📷 : K. Smith & B. Georgiou

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Aug 3

Tomorrow! Join us at St. Matthew's Clubhouse from 1 to 4 PM for some FREE Simcoe Day festivities! We hope to see you there!

Details: www.eventbrite.ca/e/simcoe-day...

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York Pioneer and Historical Society @yorkpioneers.bsky.social · Jul 30

Check out The Pronoic Collective (brought to you by the Old Town BIA) of historical reenactors at our Simcoe Day in Toronto event!

📅 : August 4th, 1 to 4 PM
📍 : St. Matthew's Clubhouse

Details: bit.ly/3TkV3mC

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