June 6 marks the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in 1944 during the Second World War. Canadian troops were assigned the June Beach objective as part of Operation Overlord and the Battle of Normandy – which saw the allied invasion of Nazi-controlled Europe. By the time of the Normandy invasion, Canada had been at war for almost…
Former Mississauga Mayor and visionary Hazel McCallion passes away at 101 years of age. Her legacy is one that will live on forever. Thank You Hazel Hazel McCallion (1921-2023) has left her mark on Mississauga. She will forever be linked to our city and her name is imprinted on the landscape like no other. Arguably…
Written By: Matthew Wilkinson Walking into The Grange today, I have the distinct feeling of walking in the footsteps of past occupants. If only these walls could talk! Decorating for Christmas leads me to reflect and wonder about Christmases past. What must Christmas at The Grange have been like for young Harriet, Richard and Wolston…
When filling out your holiday cards this year, take one card and send it to this address: Any Canadian Forces Member PO Box 5140 Stn Forces Belleville ON K8N 5W6 If we pass this on and everyone sends one card, think of how many cards these wonderful, special people, who have sacrificed so much would…
Puts Heritage at Risk! Get your comments in – deadline today 11:59pm. To whom it may concern, Heritage Mississauga has reviewed the Bill 23 (More Homes Built Faster Act, 2002) and the proposed changes to the Ontario Heritage Act and to heritage planning. In consideration of Mississauga’s unique heritage context, Bill 23 presents some significant…
London Bridge is down. Queen Elizabeth II has passed. This is the end of the second Elizabethan age. Flags are lowered, and countless tributes and condolences are being shared. People around the world are remembering a remarkable life well lived in the service of others. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II ascended to the throne of Great…
This week on Ask A Historian, Matthew Wilkinson explores the world of 1812 re-enactment with a special episode that features interviews on the battlefield. Matthew interviews re-enactors as they train for the many battle re-enactments ahead, including Heritage Mississauga’s very own 2nd Regt. of York Militia – Thompson’s Coy who are preparing for the 2022…
This week on Ask A Historian, Matthew welcomes Jesse de Jager, Manager of Capital Projects at Credit Valley Conservation, as they discuss the future of the Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area. Jesse reflects on the industrial past of the landscape and the plans and processes for reclaiming and repairing the natural landscape. Jesse de Jager…
The former Barker General Store in Erindale was built in 1921-22, following the great Erindale fire of 1919. It served, originally, as both the family home of Marjorie and Delmar Barker (my grandparents), and the Barker General Store. The square “tower” portion was added in 1938 for expanded living space. The building was built on…
This week on Ask A Historian, Matthew welcomes Justine Lyn, Resource Centre Assistant, and Melissa Toste, Collections Assistant, as they discuss the necessity for preserving historic collections at Heritage Mississauga and the future of on-line exhibits. Melissa and Justine are currently at work photographing, cataloguing, and researching many historic items that will soon be available…