Construction began on Victoria Hall in 1862, officially opening in 1864. Its distinctive clock tower is one of Brockville's most recognizable landmarks and has been a downtown focal point for over 160 years. Brockville City Hall sits directly above the historic Brockville Railway Tunnel — Canada's first railway tunnel!

The Brockville Museum is housed in the historical Isaac Beecher House, built circa 1815 and expanded in the 1840s by tanner Isaac Beecher. It was designated a heritage property in 1979 and opened as a museum in 1981. Explore how the museum preserves and shares the history of the City of Brockville through its extensive artifact collection, exhibitions and public programming. 

A modern, community-focused facility serving the city and surrounding area, the Brockville Police Service highlights the important role of local law enforcement and public safety within the community, offering insight into essential municipal services in Brockville.

Founded in 1894, the Brockville Rowing Club is one of Ontario’s oldest rowing clubs and a key part of Brockville’s waterfront. Located on the St. Lawrence River, it offers recreational, competitive, youth and learn-to-row programs while continuing a long tradition of excellence in Canadian rowing.

The Brown Homestead was settled by United Empire Loyalists in the 1780s and ran as a family farm for almost 200 years. Explore our historic site, be inspired by heritage craft demonstrations, learn through hands-on activities and view two new community exhibits. Grab lunch or a snack from Char in the Kitchen and spend time enjoying our pastoral setting.

Step into a restored 1850s Mennonite farmhouse. Featuring 19th-century furnishings and family artifacts, this fieldstone home built in the Mennonite Georgian style offers a glimpse into rural life and the traditions of Waterloo’s early Pennsylvania German Mennonite settlers. This hidden gem within the University of Waterloo’s R+T Park has been named a significant Cultural Heritage Landscape in Waterloo.

Explore the world of youth robotics at Burlington Community Robotics! Tour the facility, learn more about the award-winning FIRST Robotics Competition team and try driving one of their robots. Kids can even make their own mini-robot to take home! See how the team has inspired future innovators by building skills, confidence and community — one robot at a time.

The Burlington Lawn Bowling Club construction began in 1969 with two greens and the clubhouse, opening in 1971 with over 200 members in the first season. Since then, the BLBC has been providing opportunities for leisure and recreation to the Burlington community. Join them for tours, lawn bowling and refreshments during Doors Open Burlington!

The Burlington Masonic Temple is home to several Masonic lodges and one Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. The current meeting room, located in the heart of downtown Burlington, was constructed from 1953-54. During Doors Open, come and explore the lodge, learn about the history of the world's largest fraternal organization and ask questions of experienced guides.

The Burlington Model Railway Club will open its doors to the public for Doors Open Burlington 2026. Our three model railway layouts (two indoor, and a garden gauge layout outdoors) will be running, featuring a range of operating model railway equipment from the collections of our members. For railway enthusiasts and children of all ages. Outdoor layout operates weather permitting.

The Burlington Oldtimers Hockey Club (BOHC) is a place for hockey players aged 35 and over to enjoy the game they love! The club accepts new members from Burlington and the surrounding area any time during the year. Founded in 1975, this is the BOHC's 50th season! 

Burr House, the oldest building in Richmond Hill on original foundation, was constructed in 1820 by Roland Burr. In 1975, it was adapted for the Burr House Tearoom and Craft Shoppe. Today, it hosts the Burr House Spinners and Weavers Guild and The Hill Potters’ Guild. Visit the former shop and tearoom to see examples of fibre and clay work using a variety of techniques and styles.

Burr Lodge, a historical private residence in Whitby, was built in 1855 by James Wallace, the town’s second mayor. This charming heritage property reflects mid-19th-century architecture and offers a glimpse into Whitby’s early civic history. Wallace played a significant role in the town’s development and Burr Lodge stands as a lasting tribute to his legacy.

Guests are invited explore the four unique buildings that make up the Buxton National Historic Site & Museum, providing a unique and enriching experience centring Canadian Black History. Join us at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. for a guided tour, followed by a trivia bingo game and the chance to earn a prize! Please note this experience spans roughly two hours.

Take a behind-the-scenes tour of Ottawa’s oldest stone building. 2026 is the 200th anniversary of the arrival of Lieutenant Colonel John By in the region and the founding of Bytown. Learn something new about Ottawa's story during the city's 200th anniversary year.

The ByWard Market has been Lowertown’s focal point since 1848. This particular site has served as a market since 1875. The present building is the fifth to house the market. Home to food merchants, specialty boutiques and artisans operating in indoor and outdoor spaces, the ByWard Market Building is a landmark. For Doors Open, enjoy special tours, displays and presentations.

Learn about local train history and explore this station and museum, built in 1908, now an event and rental space. The museum hosts a historical water tower and a restored caboose train car that is being transformed into a museum exhibit that displays the massive restoration project that took place in 1996.

Go behind the curtain of one of Cambridge’s longest-running theatre companies. Unique to local church architecture, the former South Water Street Baptist Church is constructed of yellow and red brick in a blend of Italianate and Romanesque styles. The seats were once located in the famous Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. A dramatic beauty, pun intended!

Sunday only: drive north of Peterborough to Camp Kawartha’s Clear Lake site to see a new sleeping cabin and the Rotary Health Centre, designed and built by Straworks. Learn how the Peterborough-based builder uses straw bales and other natural, locally sourced materials to construct some of the most environmentally sound structures in Canada.

Camp X once trained agents for secret missions behind enemy lines and hosted the largest wartime communications hub. It has been commemorated as a National Historic Site, highlighting its vital role in Allied intelligence. This facility was crucial to Allied intelligence, making it one of Canada’s most important Second World War landmarks.

Join us for presentations at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Campbell House — built for William Campbell, the sixth Chief Justice of Upper Canada — is the oldest surviving building from the Town of York. Fifty years ago, it was rescued from demolition and moved to its current location, where it continues to operate as a museum. This vibrant public space inspires and educates visitors through its history and collections.

Join us at Canada Life on Sunday, September 20th, to mark the building’s 100th anniversary and celebrate Spanish-speaking and Latin-American cultures. Explore the Dufferin Avenue lobby exhibit and Canadian art collection, enjoy music, dance, fashion, community booths and bilingual tours, presented in partnership with Simple Reflections for Artists Collective. Fun for all ages!

The Canadian Automotive Museum was established in 1962 to promote the history of the automotive industry and local tourism. It currently showcases the most significant collection of Canadian automotive history worldwide. Located in a former 1920s auto dealership across from Memorial Park in downtown Oshawa, there are more than 70 vehicles on display, including Lightning McQueen from Disney/Pixar’s Cars.

The Canadian Conservation Institute (CCI) and the Canadian Heritage Information Network (CHIN), part of the Department of Canadian Heritage, were created in 1972 to advance and promote the conservation of Canada’s heritage collections. The building houses over 20 laboratories, metal and wood workshops and over 100 offices. Don’t miss “Captain Conservation,” an imposing fiberglass sculpture over the front entrance.

This former industrial site is now a 3,962 square-metre (13,000-square-foot) modernized museum featuring artifacts and displays honouring Canadian men and women who served, are serving and who did not return, focusing on Brantford, Brant County and Six Nations, from 1812 to Afghanistan. See also special displays commemorating Canadians in Hong Kong and Walls of Honour for area residents lost in war.