"Preserving the past for the future"
Who Are We?
The York Pioneer and Historical Society is the oldest historical society in Ontario. For almost a century and a half, the York Pioneers have worked to fulfill the founders’ goal of “preserving the past for the future”. We own and operate two heritage buildings: the Scadding Cabin, Toronto’s oldest house, on the grounds of the Canadian National Exhibition; and Eversley Church, on Dufferin Street north of King City. For more information please check out our About Us page (here).
Upcoming Events - Updated 06.24.09
We have updated our events page with more information. Please feel free to check it out by clicking (here).
Publications - Updated 06.24.09
We would like to give you the opportunity to get your own copy of our newest publication in honour of Toronto's 175th Birthday. Please take a look by clicking (here).
The New Edition Of The York Pioneer Released 04.30.09
The 2009 edition of the York Pioneer Magazine has been released. With a big launch party on Sunday April 26 at the John McKenzie House. If you are interested in the newest issue please check out our Publications page (here) for more information about ordering.
Spring Issue Of Our Newsletter Released 03.25.09
The Spring issue The Update has been released. The Update is a great way to see what the York Pioneers are up to, so please check out our Newsletters page (here).
New Walter Rolling Site 03.25.09
King Township Historical Society (A member of YPHS) is celebrating with the King Township Public Library the launch of the new site about Walter Rolling, a much respected and admired black principal and teacher who presided over the education of students at the Kinghorn Public School for forty-some years. Please see our Links page to learn more.