Adelaide Hunter was born in this farmhouse and lived here until she married John Hoodless (1881). Hunter Hoodless was known for establishing several organizations – including the Hamilton YMCA, the second branch of the Hamilton Victorian Order of Nurses, and the world's first Women's Institute. Today, the homestead is owned by the Federation of Women's Institutes and operates as a museum.

Previously All Saints Anglican Church, the new “Allsaints” is housed in this beloved heritage property and building of national historic significance in the heart of Ottawa’s Sandy Hill neighbourhood. With a commitment to celebrating the building's past and preserving its architectural heritage, Allsaints is looking forward to welcome guests into the space for Doors Open Ottawa 2026.

The Ancaster Old Township Hall, built by William H. Thuresson in 1870, was a centre of local politics and exhibitions, including Edison’s “magic phonograph” in 1878. Today, it remains a fine example of stone architecture with original features. Retained by the City of Hamilton, visitors during Doors Open Hamilton can explore and learn about ongoing restoration efforts.

This beautiful church with recent renovations in Uptown Waterloo has an abundance of richly carved oak woodwork by Globe Furniture of Waterloo, including paneling, pews, choir stalls, a chancel screen, a pulpit and lectern, and a reredos carving of the Last Supper. Other highlights include murals and windows. Enjoy a talk: "Seagram’s: Family, Faith, and the Shaping of Waterloo."

Welcome to Annandale National Historic Site, one of Canada’s finest Victorian homes. Built in 1880 by Edwin Delevan Tillson, it showcases the esthetic movement style. Inside, visitors can explore hand-painted ceilings, intricate woodwork, stained-glass and richly decorated rooms, offering a glimpse into the Tillson family and the history of Tillsonburg.

This is the birthplace of James Shaver Woodsworth, one of the founders of the Co-operative Commonwealth Federation. A Member of Parliament during Mackenzie King’s term, Woodsworth was instrumental in enacting old-age pensions and unemployment insurance. The house was rescued from demolition in 1980 and moved to its current location. Today, it is largely used for weddings, special events and filming.

Step inside the AGB to see how contemporary art and hands-on making come together. Explore two inspiring exhibitions, including immersive installations by Celina Eceiza (Argentina) and Chukwudubem Ukaigwe (Nigeria/Canada), then wander through our working studios to watch artists in action. From pottery and textile to the darkroom and painting studio and meet the creative community that makes the AGB unique.

The Assembly Hall is a cultural community hub and rental facility. Built in 1898 as part of the Lakeshore Psychiatric Hospital, it was redesigned in 2001 to meet a variety of cultural and community needs, while still preserving its historical charm. Today, it is a performance venue with community rooms for art classes, meetings, workshops and rehearsals.

Built in 1976, the Aultsville Theatre is a 680-seat non-profit professional theatre that hosts a variety of events annually. Come and experience theatre life on the other side of the curtain. Take a backstage tour and see where the performers prepare themselves. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the theatrical lighting, rigging and operations that bring productions and performances to life.

Allyson Whitmell performs in the David De Simone Performance Hall. The Auroran singer-songwriter blends cinematic pop, intimate vocals and bold piano, drawing on classical training and musical theatre. With influences from Carole King and Sarah McLachlan, she shares storytelling-driven performances rooted in joy, healing and hope.

Barrel Heart Brewing is an upscale brewery and eatery in the old Dundas post office. The old-world brewing traditions are perfectly suited to the post office vibe. Visitors can enjoy lunch in the taproom, buy a few bottles of beer, or simply drink in the beauty of the location in a landmark Dundas building.

Dating back to 1796, this home once belonged to the Gage family. While on site enjoy the Dunington Grubb landscape and the 13.8 hectares (34 acres) of meadows and forest that make up the property. Explore the contrast between the Tudor Gothic Revival Battlefield Monument and the artwork Eagles Among Us, symbols of peace and reconciliation.

Experience the birthplace of the telephone at the Bell Homestead National Historic Site. Tour the furnished family home of the Bell family from 1870 to 1881, where Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone in 1874. The site also features the Henderson House, Canada’s first telephone business office from 1877, and an exhibit gallery showcasing early telecommunications.

The Belleville Masonic Temple was built in 1950 to provide a new meeting place for community events for the then-four active lodges and their concordant bodies. This hall can seat up to 150 guests and contains a fully serviced kitchen and a fully licensed bar. During Doors Open, enjoy this rare opportunity to explore inside a Masonic temple.

For the first time since taking possession of the Bishop's House in 2026, Glengarry Fencibles Trust can host guests with accessibility needs. Please note that because of the front lawn's rolling topography/stone retaining wall, the lift is accessed via the 4739 Frog Hollow Road entrance. There, guests will also find parking and a veranda that opens to the central hallway.

Originally a farm purchased in 1840 by Thomas Fenby Boynton, the Boynton family built the current brick house in 1875 to replace a log home. Boynton House is a community art exhibition space: explore Viewpoints 2026, the annual juried art show of the Markham Group of Artists showcasing a broad spectrum of artistic styles. The works reflect strong artistic integrity and celebrate ingenuity, inventiveness, and imagination.

The Brantford Airport was established in 1939 as a Second World War flight training base. Currently, it is used for flight training, general aviation and aircraft maintenance. During Doors Open, visit the Flight Centre where club members will provide a guided tour of the airport and its history, and explain what is happening there today.

This church was built in 1889 for the West Side Methodists. They soon outgrew this little chapel and, in 1911, they sold it and it became the British Methodist Episcopal Church (originally known as “the coloured people's church”). Today, this diverse congregation continues to carry on the legacy of the original Black families who settled in Grey County.

Constructed in1858, the building now home to the Brockville Arts Centre once served as a town hall, marketplace and fire station. In 1880, the building was transformed into Brockville's first true theatre, known as the Opera House. The building underwent restoration in 2009 and is now recognized as one of Canada's finest medium-sized historic theatres, hosting live performances, dance and movie screenings.

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.

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 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! 

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!

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.