The Muslims in Canada Archives is housed within the Jackman Humanities Building at the University of Toronto. Designed in 1929, the building was constructed to provide facilities for the medical profession. The preserved stone detailing and grand lobby are key features of this designated building. The fifth-floor offices exhibit archival materials relating to the historical presence of Canadian Muslims.

Visitors to My Sisters’ Place will explore a historic, award-winning coach house, recipient of a 2015 ACO restoration and adaptive reuse award. Home to a CMHA Thames Valley social enterprise, the Micro Enterprise empowers women through small business and jewelry-making with recycled materials, while guests can learn its history and shop beautifully upcycled creations on site.

Home to the Good family for four generations, this Georgian farmhouse was built in 1837 with an addition in 1858. On this site is a hexagonal silo built in 1902 and a (still-functional) blacksmith's forge built by William Charles Good in 1891 when he was just 15 years old.

Step onto Nancy Island in Wasaga Beach and relive the dramatic Battle of Nottawasaga Bay, where the HMS Nancy was heroically scuttled in 1814 to evade capture. Explore the preserved hull, museum, blockhouse and theatre. Dive into a self-guided tour for thrilling stories, hands-on history, and unforgettable adventure. 

From 1883 to 1976, the Neilson Store provided Amherst Islanders with their basic necessities. After it closed in 1976, there were many changes in ownership until the building, newly renovated dock and grounds were sold to Loyalist Township to become the Neilson Store Museum and Cultural Centre. Come and learn more about the history of the store — and Amherst Island.

Nepean High School opened its doors in September 1923, welcoming students from all corners of Nepean Township. Visitors will learn about the caretaker and his wife who lived in the school, the students who served in the Second World War, an airplane built by cadets in the school basement and more fascinating stories from the past told by students from the present.

This sailing club is a family-oriented, volunteer-based organization dedicated to promoting and encouraging active participation in the sport of sailing and recreational boating. Since opening, the club has provided a range of cutting-edge public and member programs, as well as hosting important aquatic events and national regattas. The terrace offers stunning views of the Ottawa River.

The Netflix office in The Well offers stunning views of the city. It is Netflix’s first-ever home in Canada. A variety of teams dedicated to all things Canadian currently operate here, whose focus is to create and champion Canadian stories and celebrate Canada's creative industry. During Doors Open, enjoy interactive activities to connect with your favourite Netflix shows/films.

The Music Hall was originally built as Centenary Methodist Church in 1868. Designed by architect Albert Harvey Hills, the building is a stunning example of Victorian-romanesque style. Now the New Vision United Church (The Music Hall) is a designated building in the City of Hamilton. It boasts soaring ceilings, glorious acoustics, a wrap-around mezzanine and massive stained-glass windows. 

The Niagara Falls Water Treatment Plant has provided safe, reliable drinking water to residents and businesses in Niagara Falls for nearly 100 years. Operators will take participants through the plant to show the water treatment process from collection to delivery. Visitors will enjoy a 1-hour guided tour.  Closed-toe shoes and long pants are required. No drop-ins; registration is required: email wwwtours@niagararegion.ca.

Constructed in 1911, Niagara Falls Armoury was one of 11 built during the 1896-1911 Canadian Militia Reform and Expansion. Originally home to the Lincoln militia, and later the amalgamated Lincoln and Welland Regiment, it ceased its military operations in 1999.  See exhibits: Afghanistan War, Arsenal/Artillery, Black Military History, Niagara Scouting, War of 1812 and from the Army, Navy and Air Force.

Visitors to the museum in the heart of Niagara Falls will experience history first-hand. Try on a replica uniform from the War of 1812, feel the heft of a musket, build a bridge to span the Niagara Gorge or walk the tightrope like the daredevils from days gone by. Guided tours at 11am and 2pm. Free parking behind the museum.

The Niagara Falls Innovation Hub is an example of adaptive reuse in the former Federal Customs Border Services offices. Today, it is Niagara's leading business support hub offering premium amenities, cutting-edge technology and business support in a collaborative, affordable workspace including a podcast and multimedia studios. Enjoy a guided tour, giveaways and see members demonstrate their products.

The Niagara Lodge No. 2 is the oldest Masonic lodge in Ontario. It is also the site of the first legislature of Upper Canada and the site of the first hospital in Newark, founded by Col. John Butler. During Doors Open, come and explore the museum of Masonic artifacts not regularly available to the general public.

The Niagara Masonic Memorial Temple Association welcomes you to their first Doors Open Event. Originally built in 1891 as St. George’s Ward Primary School, this St. Catharines landmark educated generations of local students before closing in 1952. The building was later transformed for community use and now houses the Niagara Conservatory of Music and four masonic lodges.

Located on the banks of the Niagara River in a heritage building that formerly supplied water to Niagara-on-the-Lake, the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre connects the community through visual arts programs, exhibitions and events. The Niagara Pumphouse Art Centre Association was formed in 1990, and the building was restored and converted to this visual arts centre in 1994.

Decew Falls Water Treatment Plant has been processing drinking water for residents since 1876. As Niagara Region’s largest water treatment facility, it is designed to treat 227 million litres of water per day. The site is unique compared to other water treatment plants in Ontario due to its gravity fed distribution system. Pre-registration for all tours is required.

Founded in 1877, the Niagara-on-the-Lake Lawn Bowling Club is one of the oldest in Canada. Before this club was built, they bowled on the grounds of the Queen’s Royal Hotel. Today, they are located at the adjacent community centre, where visitors can learn more by stopping by the Mori and Simpson rooms during Doors Open.

Explore this fine example of one of the few remaining early pioneer timber-constructed log cabins in Haldimand County. The cabin was built circa 1835 by Thomas Nicholas for his family of 13. Enjoy guided and self-guided tours to learn more about Haldimand's pioneer history.

The North West Company Lock is located at the foot of Huron Street. It is actually two structures built almost 100 years apart. The stone replica lock seen today was built in 1896 and lies over the floor and framework of the original lock built in 1797. The lock was built to help laden canoes and boats navigate the rapids.

Step inside this beautiful 1956 chapel to discover intricate carvings by renowned sculptor Dora de Pedery Hunt, vibrant stained-glass windows by artist Yvonne Williams and a magnificent Casavant Frères pipe organ. Rich in artistry, craftsmanship and sacred heritage, the chapel offers a unique opportunity to experience an architectural and cultural treasure.

Nuit Blanche London 2026 transforms Dundas Street into a vibrant space for exploration. As a dynamic urban canvas, it invites visitors to experience the city in unexpected ways. This year’s theme, "This Is Not a Landmark", challenges traditional ideas of public space, encouraging fresh perspectives on how we define, use and interact with the urban environment around us.

The Nursing Simulation Centre allows York University's nursing students to achieve their professional development/learning goals. Located on the third floor of the Health, Nursing and Environmental Studies building, it can be divided into two unique spaces — the Nursing Skills Lab and the Computer Skills Lab. The Nursing Skills Lab houses adult medical-surgical beds, a pediatric area and two isolation rooms.

This studio features the work of Helen Grace Agalawatte, inspired by journeys north of Toronto and the rugged beauty of Ontario’s lakes, rocks, and forests. Working on cradled wood panels, her layered paintings, created using unconventional tools, capture the wild, unpredictable energy of the landscape. 

The Oakwood Library was constructed in 1913 as the new school for Mariposa School Section 12. Operating as a school until 1985, it became the Mariposa municipal administration building and then, in 2002, the Oakwood branch of the Kawartha Lakes Public Library. Join us to explore the building and learn about this historical institutional building in the hamlet of Oakwood.