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Lemonville Community Centre Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Lemonville Community Centre

The Lemonville School was constructed in 1923 as S.S. #9 and expanded in 1959. The school closed in 1969, reopening as the Lemonville Community Centre in 1972. Today the building serves as a multi-purpose space while maintaining its community roots. Explore the building’s past and chat with volunteers about the building’s fascinating history. Winner of the 2023 Whitchurch-Stouffville Heritage Awards!

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

13453 McCowan Road
Stouffville, Ontario
https://www.townofws.ca/play/facilities/community-centres

Architecture

Year built: 1923
Building type: Schoolhouse

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm

Library and Archives Canada, The Doors Open Ottawa

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Library and Archives Canada, The

The Library and Archives Canada is in a prominent structure, comprising two symmetrical four-storey wings that wrap around a central nine-storey tower block. It’s located at the western extremity of Ottawa’s Parliamentary Precinct overlooking the Ottawa River. Clad in grey granite, the building is accented with polished granite panels and brushed aluminum railings. The building houses the National Library collection.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

395 Wellington Street
Ottawa, Ontario
https://library-archives.canada.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1967
Building type: Government building Historical landmark Library
Architect: Mathers and Haldenby

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 08, 04:00pm

Library of Parliament (former Bank of Nova Scotia) Doors Open Ottawa

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Library of Parliament (former Bank of Nova Scotia)

Discover the interim main library inside a former bank — designed in 1924 by John MacIntosh Lyle, one of Canada’s leading beaux-arts architects. In this unique setting, where modernism rubs against a classical esthetic, you will learn about the Library of Parliament’s collections and services as well as have a look inside its reading room, upgraded in 2018.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

125 Sparks Street
Ottawa, Ontario
https://lop.parl.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1924
Building type: Government building Library
Architect: John MacIntosh Lyle

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 08, 04:00pm

Lisgar Collegiate Institute Doors Open Ottawa

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Lisgar Collegiate Institute

Ottawa’s first high school has occupied this prime downtown location alongside the Rideau Canal since 1874. The Gothic revival building has been extended and renovated several times. It has many distinct architectural features — including an impressive 660-seat auditorium that maintains much of its original character, and an attic that students used as a shooting range during the Second World War.

  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

29 Lisgar Street
Ottawa, Ontario
https://www.lisgar.net

Architecture

Year built: 1874, with subsequent extensions and renovations
Building type: Educational facility Historical landmark
Architect: William Tutin Thomas

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm

Memorial Park Multi-Purpose Trail Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Memorial Park Multi-Purpose Trail

Opened in 2024, the Memorial Park Multi-Purpose Trail provides an accessible space for winter sport and offers year-round recreation space for residents of all ages. Measuring 275 metres (900 feet), the trail allows users to walk, use scooters and rollerblade during the warmer months. Walk the trail loops but don’t miss the nearby building to see the ice resurfacer.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available

Contact info

2 Park Drive
Stouffville, Ontario
https://www.townofws.ca/play/parks-and-open-spaces

Architecture

Year built: 2024
Building type: Sports facility

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm

Morra Caruso Law Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Morra Caruso Law

This designated heritage home, built in 1885 for the village veterinarian, currently houses the offices of Morra Caruso Law. It features the original dining room pocket doors, large, crafted wood baseboards and plaster crown moulding. Take a staff-led tour and enjoy refreshments and a presentation of photos in the boardroom. Winner of the 2024 Whitchurch-Stouffville Heritage Award!

  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

6060 Main Street
Stouffville, Ontario
https://stouffvilleonlawyers.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1885
Building type: Commercial Historical house

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm

Muddy York Brewing Co. Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Muddy York Brewing Co.

As the only brewery in Stouffville, Muddy York Brewing Co. serves as a hub for both locals and visitors. Opened in 2023, Muddy York has gone beyond being a brewery and retail store, offering a unique venue for events. During Doors Open, come and enjoy a staff-led tour of the facility and learn about their locally crafted beverages.

  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

50 Innovator Avenue, Unit #1
Stouffville, Ontario
https://www.muddyyorkbrewing.com

Architecture

Building type: Commercial Food and drink

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm

Nepean Sailing Club Doors Open Ottawa

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Nepean Sailing Club

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.

  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

3259 Carling Avenue
Nepean, Ontario
https://nsc.ca

Architecture

Year built: Established in 1979; 1990 (main clubhouse)
Building type: Sports facility
Architect: Griffiths Rankin Cook Architects (main clubhouse)

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm

Ontario SPCA York Region Animal Centre Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Ontario SPCA York Region Animal Centre

The Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and Humane Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need across the province. Join an educational behind-the-scenes tour of the Animal Centre, interact with animals, play games and learn to be animal smart. During Doors Open, there will also be a vendor market. Pre-registration required for the tours.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

16586 Woodbine Avenue
Stouffville, Ontario
https://ontariospca.ca

Architecture

Building type: Educational facility

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm

Osgoode Township Museum Doors Open Ottawa

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Osgoode Township Museum

Operating since 1973, the Osgoode Township Museum presents the story of Ottawa South’s agricultural and rural heritage. The main museum building is a mid-century two-room schoolhouse that holds the collection of nearly 11,000 artifacts. Explore the galleries, gift shop and research library during your visit. Then step outside and wander through the Agricultural Barn and discover their vast farming collection.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Washrooms
  • Virtual tours
  • Collections and resources

Contact info

7814 Lawrence Street
Vernon, Ontario
https://osgoodemuseum.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1961
Building type: Museum Schoolhouse
Architect: Balharrie, Helmer & Associates

Ottawa Cancer Foundation, The — Maplesoft-Jones Centre and Cancer Survivors Park Doors Open Ottawa

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Ottawa Cancer Foundation, The — Maplesoft-Jones Centre and Cancer Survivors Park

The Maplesoft-Jones building is home to Ottawa's only Community Cancer Hub, where they are transforming supportive cancer care through dynamic collaborations with diverse community partners. They empower people living with, and impacted by, cancer on every step of their journey. And the Cancer Survivors Park is a beacon for those making their way to The Ottawa Cancer Foundation.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms

Contact info

1500 Alta Vista Drive
Ottawa, Ontario
https://ottawacancer.ca

Architecture

Building type: Health-care facility

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 08, 04:00pm

Ottawa Glassblowing Co-op Doors Open Ottawa

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Ottawa Glassblowing Co-op

Founded in 2019, the Ottawa Glassblowing Co-op is located in the heart of Ottawa near Little Italy. Their mandate is to foster a glassblowing co-operative that operates inclusively to support the artistic creativity, learning and growth of its members and to educate the public in the art of glass. Come and see glassblowing demos by local artists!

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

957C Gladstone Avenue
Ottawa, Ontario
https://ottawaglassblowing.ca

Architecture

Building type: Commercial Educational facility

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 08, 04:00pm

Ottawa Jail Hostel Doors Open Ottawa

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Ottawa Jail Hostel

The Carleton County Jail was built in 1862 and was run as a prison for 110 years, with room for approximately 150 prisoners. In 1972, the jail was shut down due to inhumane conditions. But it was repurposed and opened a year later as this hostel. After a night in a real cell block, you can visit Ottawa’s main sites.

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

75 Nicholas Street
Ottawa, Ontario
https://saintlo.ca/en/hostels/ottawa-jail

Architecture

Year built: 1862
Building type: Commercial Courthouse
Architect: Henry Horsey

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 08, 04:00pm

Ottawa Little Theatre Doors Open Ottawa

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Ottawa Little Theatre

The Ottawa Little Theatre, founded in 1913, is Canada’s longest continuously running community theatre. During Doors Open Ottawa, visitors will receive a guided, behind-the-scenes tour from one of the theatre’s dedicated volunteers. The tour will reflect an actor’s experience from first rehearsal to opening night and feature the talented production team who support them on that journey.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

400 King Edward Avenue
Ottawa, Ontario
https://www.ottawalittletheatre.com

Architecture

Year built: 1972
Building type: Theatre
Architect: W.E. Fancott

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm

Ottawa Main Mosque Doors Open Ottawa

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Ottawa Main Mosque

The Ottawa Muslim Association and the Ottawa Mosque was incorporated in 1964 as a charitable organization, with its first phase completed in 1970. The Ottawa Mosque is the first and the oldest mosque in the city, and is one of the oldest in Canada. Its distinct architectural design includes a two-storey prayer hall, library, minaret, central dome and multi-purpose basement.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

251 Northwestern Avenue
Ottawa, Ontario
Email: oma@ottawamosque.ca
https://ottawamosque.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1973
Building type: Place of worship

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 08, 04:00pm

Ottawa Mission, The Doors Open Ottawa

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Ottawa Mission, The

The Ottawa Mission, established in 1906, has been at this location since 1912. It comprises a small network of buildings, including the 1861 grey stone building that was designated in 1991. The red-brick structure is the main shelter building where the dormitories are located. Modern extensions have been added over the years, including a hospice, health clinic and learning centre.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Videos
  • Virtual tours

Contact info

35 Waller Street
Ottawa, Ontario
https://ottawamission.com

Architecture

Year built: Established in 1906; 1861 (oldest building of the complex)

Ottawa Paramedic Service Headquarters Doors Open Ottawa

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Ottawa Paramedic Service Headquarters

Opened in 2005, the 9,290-square-metre (100,000-square-foot) Ottawa Paramedic Service Headquarters is a state-of-the-art facility that houses all paramedic operations (except for medical dispatching), a vehicle depot and administrative area for the service. This was the first LEED-certified building in Ottawa. Each day, more than 75 emergency vehicles are deployed to serve the communities of the nation’s capital.

  • French services available
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

2495 Don Reid Drive
Ottawa, Ontario
https://ottawa.ca/paramedics

Architecture

Year built: 2005
Building type: Green building Health-care facility

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm

Ottawa Valley Grain Products Doors Open Ottawa

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Ottawa Valley Grain Products

Ottawa Valley Grain Products is a cornerstone building in the heart of Carp that reflects the village's strong agricultural roots and heritage. The building — a working mill — is a relatively simple structure that houses grain processing and milling equipment at its core, where they still grind grain to make flour and barley products. This business remains family owned.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

405 Donald B. Munro Drive
Ottawa, Ontario
http://www.ottawavalleygrain.ca

Architecture

Building type: Food and drink

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm

Parliamentary Precinct Rehabilitation Doors Open Ottawa

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Parliamentary Precinct Rehabilitation

Public Services and Procurement Canada invites you to visit Parliament Hill during Doors Open Ottawa. Although Centre Block is currently closed, visitors can meet subject matter experts on the Hill and get answers to all their questions. Visitors are free to roam to different stations to learn about the rehabilitation of the Centre Block.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Photography allowed
  • Videos

Contact info

111 Wellington Street
Ottawa, Ontario
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/services/infrastructure-buildings/parliamentary-precinct.html

Architecture

Year built: 1916-20

Architect: John A. Pearson and Jean-Omer Marchand

Pinhey's Point Historic Site Doors Open Ottawa

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Pinhey's Point Historic Site

Pinhey’s Point Historic Site stands as a testament to 19th-century upper- and middle-class rural life. Built in four stages from 1820 to 1849, the Georgian-style house maintains many of its original features, including the imposing entrance and staircase, servants’ quarters and 1860s wallpaper. Explore the history of rural water, from dowsing to boring wells, in a new exhibit.

  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

270 Pinhey's Point Road
Dunrobin, Ontario
https://ottawa.ca/pinheyspoint

Architecture

Year built: 1820
Building type: Historical landmark Historical house Museum

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 08, 04:00pm

Richardson Masonic Lodge No. 136 Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Richardson Masonic Lodge No. 136

Richardson Masonic Lodge prides itself as a well-established institution dedicated to the cultural, social and moral development of men 21 years of age and older. Enjoy a tour, presentations of the history of Richardson Lodge Masonic Hall, a fundraiser and light refreshments. Also be sure to check out the sundial out front!

  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

279 Second Street
Stouffville, Ontario
https://www.facebook.com/Richardsonlodge

Architecture

Year built: 1955 (founded in 1860)
Building type: Masonic lodge

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm

Richmond Hill Live Steamers Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Richmond Hill Live Steamers

Adults and children alike can visit the Richmond Hill Live Steamers to experience miniature railway demonstrations. This outdoor model railway, run by hobbyists and engineers, features several gauges of trains running on steam, gasoline and electric power, based on real engines dating back to 1803. Rides are limited to one per person. Last admission at 2 p.m.

  • Kid-friendly
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

15922 McCowan Road
Stouffville, Ontario
https://richmond-hill-live-steamers.tripod.com

Architecture

Year built: 1977
Building type: Attraction Transportation

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 02:00pm

Rideau Club, The Doors Open Ottawa

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Rideau Club, The

The Rideau Club occupies the penthouse of the Sun Life Financial Centre in downtown Ottawa. The club, which pre-dates Confederation by nearly two years, has entertained many distinguished visitors — including royalty and many governors general and prime ministers. This is its third home. It outgrew the first by 1911 and the second was destroyed by fire in 1979.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms

Contact info

99 Bank Street
Ottawa, Ontario
https://rideauclub.ca

Architecture


Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm

Rideau Hall (Official Residence of the Governor General of Canada) Doors Open Ottawa

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Rideau Hall (Official Residence of the Governor General of Canada)

Rideau Hall has been the official residence of every Governor General of Canada since 1867, and their workplace since 1940. It has nearly two centuries of history, and has become an important gathering place and site of official activities. The grounds, the building and its interiors have evolved over time to reflect/reinforce Rideau Hall’s identity as a national symbol.

  • French services available
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

1 Sussex Drive
Ottawa, Ontario
https://www.gg.ca/en/visit-us/rideau-hall

Architecture

Year built: 1838
Building type: Government building Historical landmark Historical house
Architect: Thomas McKay

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 08, 04:00pm

Rogers tv Doors Open Ottawa

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Rogers tv

This single-storey building is home to the tv Rogers and Rogers tv community production studios, where they create 300 original hours of programming every year. Come and visit the studios and learn more about the fascinating world of television. Check out their volunteer opportunities. Or suggest an idea for programming you’d like to see developed here.

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

475 Richmond Road
Ottawa, Ontario
https://www.rogerstv.com/ottawa/shows

Architecture

Building type: Commercial

Dates/hours open

Jun 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm