This world-class facility was the largest sport-related new build for the 2015 Toronto Pan Am and Parapan Am Games and the largest infrastructure investment in Canadian amateur sport history. The 29,000-square-metre (312,000-square-foot) centre includes two internationally sanctioned 10-lane, 50-metre (164-foot) pools, a world-class dive pool and dryland dive training facilities, a four-court gymnasium, an indoor running track and more!

The Toronto School of Art is housed within a historical building. Over the years, it has been everything from a garment factory to an artist commune. Purchased in 2016, it has been the school's permanent home since 2019. With preserved century-old features and six light-filled studios, the school continues to be a vital part of Toronto’s art community.

The Star has been a Toronto institution since it was founded in 1892. Step inside their newsroom where award-winning journalism is made. Meet some of the team and learn more about the Star’s long-standing history. Enjoy family-friendly crafts and bring home a souvenir. The Star has also been making a difference in the lives of children for 100-plus years.

Finch Yard is one of six Toronto Water operations yards in the city. This yard will showcase some of the equipment, tools, technology and materials that Toronto Water uses to ensure the distribution of high-quality water and the collection of waste-water — including 67,000 valves, 42,000 hydrants, 10,000 km (6,200 miles) of sewers, 155,000 maintenance holes and 170,000 catch basins.

The iconic Toronto-Dominion Centre is the vision of two Canadian corporations who collaborated to change the face of Toronto's Financial District. An outstanding model of the international style of architecture, the TD Bank tower opened in 1967 and changed the future of Canadian business, introducing the modern workplace to a business community eager to step up and compete internationally.

Join Town of Midland staff for a walking tour of 50 murals and public art works located along the waterfront and downtown. Learn the history of each piece and significance. Participants are encouraged to dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and bring a water bottle.  Preregistration required (opening TBD). Tour begins at 10:00 a.m., capped at 20 participants.

Explore the Reformatory Side Trail, featuring two large ponds dug by incarcerated labourers, the Eramosa River and a beaver dam on Clythe Creek. Hiking club guides will lead 30-minute walks from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Parking is on the south side of York Road, or at Diyode Community Workshop site, off Beaumont St.

Designed by Ottawa architect L. Fennings Taylor, Trinity Anglican Church has occupied the corner of Cameron Avenue and Bank Street in Old Ottawa South since 1926. Today’s visitors are invited to view its unique stained-glass windows, especially the Great Resurrection Window installed in 1973 behind the altar, and to learn about its exceptional Casavant pipe organ, dedicated in 1963.

ln 1980, two long-established Annex congregations joined to form this church: St. Paul's Avenue Road United and Trinity United. For more than a century, Trinity-St. Paul's has been a Bloor Street landmark. Known for community outreach, social justice/service, and the performing arts, the church remains a vital community hub. Many orchestras and ensembles call it home, including Tafelmusik.

Turner Fleischer is a multidisciplinary design studio providing architecture, interior design and graphic design services across Canada. The Toronto studio has been their home for 20-plus years. Reimagined in 2020, this former 1970s industrial building was transformed into a contemporary, people-centred workplace. Explore the studio and learn how design shapes our lives. Tours, interactive demonstrations and a Lego construction zone.

Step inside Ontario's public education broadcaster! For the first time, TVO is participating in Doors Open Toronto, welcoming visitors for a behind-the-scenes look at their newly renovated William G. Davis Studio. Visitors will get a unique look at television production, exploring how one flexible space is home to many productions. Lots of kids’ activities and even special appearances by Polkaroo.

This traditional Ukrainian church, built in the Baroque-revival style, features gorgeous hand-painted iconography, ornate woodwork and a unique mosaic mural of our Lady of Holy Protection. The stained-glass windows are beautiful and are done in the Byzantine style. Take a tour to learn more about the architecture and the art, as well as some theological insights.

Ukrainian Women’s Association of Canada London celebrates its centenary by showcasing the beauty of its church, inside and out. Visit the activity centre for demonstrations and exhibitions highlighting Ukrainian culture, traditions and community life. Discover the rich history and ongoing contributions of this longstanding organization through engaging displays, cultural experiences and welcoming volunteers.

The University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI) is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026. For Doors Open Ottawa, participants can learn more about heart health, including our One Million Hearts screening initiative, and go on a self-guided tour of Cardiac Imaging. There are a limited number of spots for tour (ages 16+ only). Registration required.

The University of Ottawa Skills and Simulation Centre houses four state-of-the-art simulation rooms, including two operating rooms, one intensive-care room and a labour and delivery suite/emergency room. Computer-driven mannequins that can breathe, talk, bleed and respond to medication help recreate patient care within the hospital, providing professionals with hands-on training and experience.

Constructed in 1909 as the Toronto Reference Library, this striking building was designated in 1973. Since then, it has undergone a thoughtful transformation into a vibrant student services hub. Today, it is the flagship retail location for the University of Toronto Press. The interior retains many of its original features. Explore the building and enjoy special exhibits and interactive displays.

The Department of Physics at the University of Toronto — with its hundreds of undergraduate and graduate students — is located inside the McLennan Physical Labs. The building is named after John C. McLennan, a professor who laid the foundation for quantum optics and condensed matter, and subatomic and atmospheric physics. The building features the 14-storey Burton Tower, which houses its telescopes.

Experience the thrill of urban agriculture, ecological restoration and beekeeping at our captivating urban farm! Join us for an educational farm tour and an exciting tour of our buzzing beehives. Make and take home a seed ball filled with wildflowers. Don't miss our vibrant, affordable farmgate market stand, overflowing with fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs and beautiful flowers!

The City of Toronto transformed this underused city works yard into a youth skills hub — providing spaces for young people to explore digital arts, culinary arts, music production and more. During Doors Open, the site comes alive with immersive/interactive art installations. Wander through studios, media labs, kitchens and creative spaces to see how this community is shaping what comes next.

Discover Utopia in Simcoe County, where rural community life feels instantly welcoming. Start at the Utopia Hall, with coffee brewing, soup simmering, and fresh baking to share. Then wander the Utopia Conservation Area's gentle trails and quiet greenspace, leading to Bell's Gristmill, originally built in 1864, which is being beautifully restored by dedicated community members who cherish this special place. 

The only French-language museum in Ottawa, the Vanier Museopark is a non-profit organization in the heart of Vanier, a popular neighbourhood near downtown Ottawa that celebrates the rich heritage and history of its community. Through exhibits, talks, workshops, school programs and interpretive tours, they enable visitors to discover and learn about the habits and customs of the local Francophonie.

For more than 60 years, The Village at Black Creek has enabled Torontonians to explore the past and reflect on the present. With 40 historical buildings, 60 rare- and heritage-breed animals, six gardens growing flowers and plants from heirloom seeds, and one-of-a-kind programs that engage people of all ages, there’s something for everyone. Costumed historians will help explain it all.

Located in the Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church, this site will feature artwork by Dr. Narenhua and her adult and youth students. Exhibited works include original oil paintings, watercolours, sketches and handcrafted works such as weaving. Together, the pieces celebrate creativity across media and generations, highlighting shared learning, mentorship and diverse artistic expression.

Located in the Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church, this site will showcase the artwork of Roger Potts, featuring striking wildlife and landscape photography. The collection includes large-scale canvas prints that immerse viewers in natural scenes, as well as small- to medium-sized professionally matted prints suited for more intimate display. 

Located in the Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church, this site will feature the artwork of Ziba Salehi-Rahni. Designed to encourage conversation, connection, and a deeper appreciation of the art in an intimate gallery setting, visitors can tour the exhibit and learn about the creative process behind each piece.