Estonian Museum Canada presents its home, Tartu College, as part of Doors Open Toronto 2025. Built in 1970, the college is known mostly as a student residence. But, for local Estonians, it is one of their most important cultural community centres, featuring diverse and lively programs. Their collection has grown into what is now the largest Estonian-themed collection outside Estonia.

Evergreen is a national non-profit organization transforming public spaces to build a healthier future for people and our planet. The Evergreen Brick Works is an example. Once a brick factory, it was transformed into a showcase of green design, and a community hub. Don’t miss the popular Farmers’ Market on Saturday. Free shuttlebus from Broadview Station! Arrive early.

Constructed in 1880, this building was Niagara's first telephone exchange. In 2015, it was transformed into a brewery but retains some of its original features. Original hemlock floor joists became the second-floor bar and tabletops. Some nods to the building's use as a telephone exchange include brewing numbers (instead of names) and a tasting board shaped like a rotary dial.

The Exchange is a 3048-square-metre (10,000-square-foot) indoor/outdoor multipurpose event space created to host the city's food, music, art and culture scenes. The Exchange is the home to artist & woodworking studios, an art gallery, cafe and the Arts & Culture Wall of Fame. Alongside of the Niagara Falls History Museum, the Hub is a cultural campus in the heart of Niagara Falls.  

Stop by these three exterior-only sites to read information provided for Doors Open visitors:
Kennedy Terrace (791 2nd Avenue West): one of Owen Sound’s best-preserved examples of Victorian residential terraces. 
Thomson Beverages - Pepsi Manufacturing Facility (1701 3rd Avenue East): a mid-20th century soda bottling facility.
The Owen Sound Cenotaph (815 1st Avenue West): dedicated in 1920, serving as a memorial to all Canadian veterans. 

In 2023, the University of Ottawa inaugurated the Faculty of Health Sciences building, a state-of-the-art facility with modern architecture, designed to empower the next generation of health-care providers, professionals and researchers to build healthier, more resilient communities. Overlooking the Rideau River and surrounded by green spaces, this unique facility incorporates Indigenous design elements. The University of Ottawa welcomes the public discover this facility. 

Come and explore this house’s magnificent architecture. Built in 1793, Fairfield House preserves the building skills of the Loyalist settlers. It offers one of the best-preserved late-18th-century buildings in Ontario. During Doors Open, learn about the Fairfield family and early Loyalist settlers. And witness how settlement began here with just tents, basic rations and tools from the Crown.

The Fairfield-Gutzeit House is situated along the Loyalist Parkway overlooking Lake Ontario. A public park and playground are within walking distance and there are many local businesses offering unique finds and tasty treats. The house dates back to 1796 and was designated in 1992. It was built by William Fairfield Jr., whose parents’ 1793 homestead stands in nearby Fairfield Park.

Explore 30 heritage buildings and discover life in London and Middlesex County from 1820 to 1920 with costumed interpreters. Enjoy a pop-up exhibit of archival images, the new Collections Exhibit, and family-friendly activities and demonstrations throughout the day. On Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., explore an interactive display by Hindu Legacy and learn about Hindu culture, history and philosophy. Enjoy musical performance!

One of the earliest surviving Scottish stone cottages in Cambridge, this charming 19th-century building offers a glimpse into early life in Galt. It was the home of William Ferguson, a blacksmith from Scotland and remained in the Ferguson family for about 80 years. The tiny, designated heritage building, built of local stone, is now home to the Galt Horticultural Society.

Discover Fieldcote, a 1948 Tudor-style home turned cultural heritage centre in the heart of Ancaster. Celebrate local history, art and natural heritage, and explore the museums newest exhibit Beyond the Blue & White: Wedgewood Designed for Canada. Pick up a walking tour guide for Wilson Street and enjoy free live music on May 2nd from noon to 4 p.m.

On September 12, the Fieldgate Sports Complex officially opened its doors to a large crowd, welcoming residents for a free, family friendly day of sports, recreation and community celebration. The complex is a multi-purpose gathering space that supports inclusive sport, recreation and community programming, providing a place where residents can connect, play, learn and stay active.

Built in 1898, this was the community’s primary fire station until it closed in 1979. The ground floor is the museum’s main gallery, featuring vintage fire equipment and displays. The second floor was the firefighters’ living quarters and now serves as the fire safety education centre. Please note there are no elevators or accessible washrooms at this site.

This two-storey, two-bay building is the sister station to Fire Station 424. It was extensively retrofitted in 2003 to accommodate a taller, aerial ladder truck. Come and explore this working fire station during Doors Open. Firefighters will be available to answer questions and provide fire safety information.

Toronto Fire Station 213 was built as a Scarborough Fire Department station and later became part of Toronto Fire Services following amalgamation. It houses a pumper and an aerial apparatus, providing fire suppression and elevated rescue capabilities for the community. Come and explore a working fire station and learn about the important work firefighters do to keep your community safe.

Toronto Fire Station 315 in Kensington Market, built to replace an older station, protects a dense urban environment and responds to a wide range of incidents. It houses a pumper apparatus that provides primary fire suppression and first response. Come and explore a working fire station and learn about the important work firefighters do to keep your community safe.

This fire station in Toronto’s Weston area serves a mixed residential, commercial and industrial area, including apartment buildings, rail corridors and major roadways. It houses a pumper apparatus, providing fire suppression and elevated rescue capabilities for the surrounding community. Come and explore a working fire station and learn about the important work firefighters do to keep your community safe.

Opened in 2005, this 2,743-square-metre (9,000-square-foot) facility is one of Guelph's six fire stations. It is staffed around the clock by a dedicated team of firefighters. It is unique as it has an on-site outdoor training compound and a wide variety of hands-on training props inside. Visitors can get a closer look at the tools and realistic scenarios firefighters use to prepare for real-world emergencies.

This beautiful 19th‑century church serves as a welcoming space for spiritual reflection, fellowship and community gatherings in the heart of Brockville. During Doors Open Ontario, visitors are encouraged to explore its peaceful interior and learn the stories of a congregation that has been apart of the city's fabric for well over a century.

Built in the 1890s as a Foresters' Hall, this building served as home to Toronto’s first English-speaking Mennonite congregation. The First Narayever congregation, founded in 1914, bought the building in 1943, It has been an orthodox synagogue ever since, evolving into the egalitarian-traditional congregation it is today. From 2020-23, the shul completed a major renovation, making the building fully accessible.

Located on the main floor of the Hilary and Galen Weston Wing, the Daphne Cockwell Gallery dedicated to First Peoples art and culture is one of the Royal Ontario Museum’s premiere cultural spaces, featuring more than 1,000 works of art and cultural heritage. The museum’s Indigenous Learning Team will be available to answer questions. Tickets required for other museum galleries.

First Presbyterian Church is a cornerstone of Brockville’s spiritual and architectural heritage. This 19th-century church features beautiful stonework and traditional Gothic-inspired design. Inside, you’ll discover stunning stained-glass windows, detailed wood craftsmanship and a peaceful sanctuary that reflects generations of community life. Still an active place of worship today, the church stands as a testament to Brockville’s rich history and enduring sense of community.

The present building dates from 1887, although Presbyterians have worshiped here since 1832. The 2015 addition preserved its history while creating bright new spaces. Our beautiful sanctuary windows celebrate Georgian Bay landscapes. We welcome EVERYONE! All proceeds from today's lunch sales will support our Monday Caring Kitchen, which provides free hot lunches to those who need physical and social nourishment. 

The Kiever Synagogue began with the arrival of Ukrainian immigrants escaping Czarist Russia. This synagogue was built in 1927, featuring exterior twin-domed towers decorated with Stars of David. The interior is dominated by a hand-carved Torah ark, with paintings of animals and zodiac signs in the gallery. In 1979, it became the first building of Jewish significance to be designated.

With over 190 years of rich history, First St. Andrew's United Church is a stunning Gothic Revival landmark in the heart of downtown London. Built as a beacon of inclusivity and spiritual vitality, enjoy organ performances throughout the day, take guided tours of the church and property, and discover the architectural and historical significance of this prominent landmark. Enjoy musical performance!