Take a guided tour through the museum gallery, historical buildings and cemeteries. At the top of each hour, visitors are invited to examine three rarely seen artifacts and uncover the stories behind them with a museum guide. Visitors can also cast a vote to help select an artifact from storage for museum staff to prepare for a future exhibit.

Adaptive reuse gets loud! The JR transformed an office building into a 650 square-metre (7,000 square-foot) modern community hub for musicians. Explore the rehearsal rooms, performance venue (The Union), skate park common area and Sherwood Music Lessons space. Chat with founder Adom Postma about his inspiration for the project and how it’s impacting the local music community.

The site is operated by the Ontario East British Home Child Family in collaboration with the Parks of the St. Lawrence. It houses artifacts and displays telling the story of the British Home children in Canada. 

This building was constructed under R.C. Harris – Toronto's longest-serving Public Works Commissioner. The art deco style was popular with civic buildings constructed during this time. It operated until the 1970s as an incinerator, and then became a waste transfer facility. It was closed in 1996. Since then, it has been renovated and was re-opened in 2018 as Junction Craft Brewery.

Step inside KWMP, one of Waterloo Region’s longest-running musical theatre organizations, established in 1948. Explore the historic 1925 building (originally a school), purchased by KWMP in 1964, and tour rehearsal halls, costume and prop storage and workshop spaces. Meet the volunteers behind the productions and discover how local musicals come to life on and off stage.

This former church was transformed into a Buddhist temple in 2005. The large meditation hall can host 180 people for classes and retreats. It contains a huge and stunning shrine with 16 beautiful Buddha statues. Explore the meditation halls, learn about the temple’s various community activities, view a slideshow of the building’s history or enjoy children’s activities.

Kadampa Meditation Centre of Ottawa (formerly Joyful Land Buddhist Centre) is the focal point for the Ottawa community of the modern tradition of Mahayana Buddhism called the New Kadampa Tradition. Housed in a classical Victorian red-brick building in Chinatown, it features a beautiful shrine with Buddha statues. Chat with members of the Buddhist community and learn about their many programs.

Part of the Beaverbrook community since opening in 1987, visitors will have the opportunity to explore the sanctuary, multi-purpose spaces, community areas and grounds, and to learn how the building supports worship, outreach initiatives, concerts and neighbourhood gatherings.

The Kawartha Lakes City Hall has served as the city's primary administrative building since amalgamation in 2001. Come and see where council meets, discover works by local artists, and explore an exhibit about the history of Kawartha Lakes to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Check out the visiting exhibit, Their Votes Counted, marking the 100th anniversary of Canadian women voting.

The Kawartha Lakes Museum & Archives is located in the former Lindsay Gaol, constructed in 1863, and showcases historical artifacts from Lindsay and the surrounding area. Come and experience the history of Kawartha Lakes with their range of exhibits as well as aspects of the former jail, such as the cell blocks that still exist inside the museum.

The Longhouse Project strengthens cultural awareness and offers visitors a deeper understanding of Six Nations’ natural environment, history and culture. The Kahyonhákta (“by the river”) Project envisions a centre that represents Haudenosaunee history and culture while creating social, educational and economic benefits for the Six Nations community. In 2017, Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program funded the building of Ganohsa’o:weh (“original house”).

Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum is the largest community museum in Ontario. Explore an exhibit that covers 15,000 years of human history of the land now known as Waterloo Region. Visit three Doon Heritage Village buildings — train station, blacksmith shop and Sararas House — and learn about how these buildings have changed and evolved over the years.

Located near the waterfront at the foot of Lee Avenue in the Beach neighbourhood — one of Toronto’s most beautiful locations — the Kew Beach Lawn Bowling Club is a busy place. There is lawn bowling as well as croquet in the summer. During winter months, members play darts, table tennis and cards, and organize social events. Come and check them out.

Visit Burlington Fire - Station 5 in Kilbride during Doors Open Burlington. Take a tour of the station with the firefighters and learn about all of the tools that they use on the trucks to help keep our community safe!

Knox Presbyterian Church celebrated its 185th anniversary of community service in May. We welcome visitors to enjoy tours highlighting the history of Knox and its 15 Memorial Stained-Glass Windows. The windows are dedicated to many local leaders including lake captains, ship owners, builders, an architect, a Mayor of St. Catharines, a postmaster, and other business leaders.

Knox Presbyterian Church is known for its high-quality building materials, beautiful interiors and gorgeous stained glass. The interior features Italian marble, British Columbia cedar and redwood, and British lantern lights in the sanctuary. Two stained-glass windows are illuminated from the east and west, highlighting the life of Jesus and the Book of Revelation. Nepean fieldstone was used for the exterior.

Following the Presbyterian tradition, Knox in Waterdown is an important community hub responding to the needs of the parish. The older Georgian hall is used for food service and community gatherings. The Edwardian sanctuary is fitted out with a stage and a full set of musical instruments that are played for Sunday mass, as well as other occasions.

Serving Scarborough for more than 175 years, Knox United Church, Agincourt held its first service in a wood-frame structure; the current brick church was built in 1872. While some voted to join the United Church in 1925, others chose to form a new Knox Presbyterian congregation. There has been much growth here since the Second World War, with enhancements/new facilities.

Enjoy panoramic views from these 12th-floor offices in Toronto’s Globe and Mail building. KPMB Architects occupies this new space, complete with four large open work zones, a wood-lined pavilion, and exposed concrete and glass, giving the space an industrial yet sophisticated vibe. Hear from architects and designers who will share insights from their current projects through tours/presentations throughout the day.

As part of Doors Open London, come and explore Labatt Memorial Park — the world’s oldest baseball park! Watch games featuring under-16 teams from the Great Lake Canadians and Ontario Nationals. Enjoy guided tours and explore the history and stories of this iconic park. Also, enjoy the pop-up exhibit by the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame and Beachville District Museum.

Lake St. George Field Centre is a beautiful experiential learning facility surrounded by woodlands, open meadow and a kettle lake on the Oak Ridges Moraine. Visitors can enjoy a rare chance to explore the property, including special tours of the 1906 Davis Hall and a solar‑powered pontoon ride. This site is stewarded by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. Pre‑registration required for site access.

The Lake Street Armoury is a prominent landmark reflecting Canada’s early 20th-century militia movement. Long central to local military life, its fortress-like design symbolizes strength and permanence. It continues to operate as the home of the 10th St. Catharines Field Battery Artillery and the Lincoln & Welland Regiment, maintaining its historic role as a place of training and service. Hourly Tours - Pre-Registration Required

This former stagecoach inn is the only remaining public building from the milling era on the lower Humber River. The two-storey brick building with double verandah offers spectacular views. The original halls and staircases have been preserved. Costumed guides will lead tours of the house and wildflower garden. 

Operated by the Langford Conservancy as a community hub, this charming, restored brick one-room schoolhouse features high tin ceilings and original wood floors. The Langford Schoolhouse serves as a nonprofit venue designed to support rural heritage, often hosting community events focused on local agriculture and history.

The Booth Mansion, built in 1906, now serves as the Ottawa campus of the Laurentian Leadership Centre (LLC) of Trinity Western University. The LLC offers a live-in academic program that combines field placements, upper-level coursework, and community living in this historic mansion. Through the LLC program, students gain work experience through placements across politics, advocacy, media, NGOs, and the private sector.