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.

A nature lover’s paradise, the Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary Campground is filled with abundant wildlife and over 150 various bird species. Visitors and campers can explore the sprawling hiking trails and even handfeed wild birds!

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.

Located in the historic village core of Unionville, the Varley Art Gallery is a striking example of postmodern architecture that both complements and contrasts with its neighbouring heritage buildings. Named after Group of Seven artist Fred Varley, who spent his later years in Unionville, the gallery houses an impressive collection of his work along with pieces by other Canadian artists.

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.

Join the unveiling of the Village SoHo historical project. Explore stories of Victoria Hospital and the diverse SoHo neighbourhood through a guided walking tour of a new outdoor exhibit. Learn how immigrant communities shaped the area’s identity. Tours begin at 10 a.m., with additional tours at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Families can also enjoy a self-guided scavenger hunt.

The Lister Block features an L-shaped interior shopping arcade with terracotta and brick façade. Built in 1923 and restored in 2012, it is one of Hamilton’s first multi-purpose office and retail buildings. Explore Tourism Hamilton’s Visitor Experience Centre featuring the 2026 Exhibit: "Punching In: The Work of Hamilton Music". 

Located inside city hall, the Visitor Information Centre is a welcoming space ready to assist visitors and residents of the community. We answer questions and provide recommendations on things to do, tours, shows, events, food and drink, shopping, parking and directions. Whether you are visiting Brockville or a local from the area, we are here to help!

Wallis House enjoys a rich and complex history. Constructed in 1873 as one of Ottawa’s first hospitals, it has been repurposed over the years as a seminary for aspiring priests, the Women’s Royal Canadian Navy Service and a shelter for veterans returning from the Second World War. It was saved from possible demolition and converted into loft-style condos/rentals in 1996.

Explore Waterloo Region’s oldest buildings — the 1852-53 Gaol (jail) and the 1878 Governor’s House (jail warden’s home) — and learn how community action saved them from demolition. Closed in 1978, this heritage site has been given new purpose. By combining designation with adaptive reuse, the granite Gaol now houses Provincial Offences courtrooms, and the Governor’s House is home to legal offices.

Waterloo Pioneers Memorial Tower commemorates the arrival of Pennsylvania-German pioneers to the Waterloo region. The 18.9-metre tower (62 feet) is located along the banks of the Grand River. A viewing platform at the top provides a panoramic view of the surrounding landscape. Visitors will have access to the viewing platform for a short time as part of Doors Open.

This building once housed a market, police station and public library. Decommissioned in the early 1920s, it sat vacant for over a decade until the city turned it into the Waterworks Building as part of an initiative to create jobs during the Great Depression. The designated building was redeveloped in 2016 for mixed-use condos, a YMCA and food hall.

Built in 1860 along the shores of the Rideau River, Watson’s Mill remains active as a water-powered flour mill. Nearby Dickinson House, built in 1867, displays the heritage home of the past mill owners. Dickinson Square is the only industrial heritage site in Ottawa. The site comes to life through tours by costumed interpreters and milling demonstrations.

The location of the former Wawanosh Indian Residential School is now a place of quiet reflection. The school began in 1887 and closed in 1901 when the girls were moved to the Shingwauk Residential School. The intent of this sacred space is to create visibility and curiosity for passersby to help create awareness of the history of Residential Schools. (Photo: City of Sault Ste. Marie)

Step back in time through the Werden's Plan Heritage Conservation District! Join a Walking Tour of the Werden's Plan Heritage Conservation district to discover the history of the homes and businesses in Whitby's oldest subdivision. Tours begin at the corner of Brock Street South and Burns Street at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and take approximately one hour.

Built in 1881, Wesley United Church contains beautiful stained-glass windows and other unique features - including planks from the original log church. Jeremy Marchese, Wesley's Minister of Music will be performing on the church's newly acquired ALLEN MDS 40-S organ. Visitors can take tours of the building and the adjacent cemetery, and view scrimshaw carved into ivory piano keys.

Nestled beside the Royal Botanical Gardens with a backyard apiary, this 1930 church, whose congregation was established in 1871, is a welcoming place of worship and thriving performing arts venue for music and theatre. Come discover its beautiful sanctuary with exquisite stained-glass windows, and its hidden gem of a black box theatre.