This week Matthew welcomes Samantha Thompson, as they explore the fascinating history of the Whitehead brothers who served in the First World War. Samantha discusses the journey she had taken to research the story of these three brothers and their different experiences while serving during the First World War. Their incredible story is featured in…
(Oakridge is a residential area bounded by the Credit River on the north and east, North Sheridan landfill site on the west, and the QEW on the south.) The modern landscape often hides clues, albeit in plain sight, from its history. Residential development is very much part of our story here in Mississauga, and some…
Join Matthew Wilkinson for a special holiday episode of Ask A Historian on December 9, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. This week Matthew welcomes Lindsay Doren, Coordinator of Education and Engagement for the Museums of Mississauga, as they explore some holiday traditions of the past and the many upcoming holiday events offered by Museums of Mississauga….
It was Monday, October 31, 1910. And for over three hours a fierce engagement took place between two armies – one advancing eastward from Hamilton, the other, in defence of Toronto, advancing westward along Dundas Street, determined to hold the bridge over the Credit River. The armies met at Mississauga Road. The engagement involved over…
December 7, 2021 is International Civil Aviation Day and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the essential role of international civil aviation in social and economic development around the world and to celebrate an industry that connects us to different locations and cultures around the world. Mississauga has had a long and fascinating history in the…
Heritage Mississauga’s the Credits are back for a virtual celebration honouring Mississauga’s Heritage Heroes for their contributions and achievements in preserving, celebrating, educating, and supporting our community heritage. Our theme this year is resilience which is defined as the process for adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or significant sources of…
This week, Historian Matthew Wilkinson explores the evolution of Malton dating back to settlements in the early 1820’s through the fascinating incorporation of Malton to a police village with dreams of independence. Matthew delves into the airport and icons that put Malton, and Mississauga, on the map but could not save the village from eventual…
On Sunday November 28, 2021 the first memorial in Canada dedicated to the Polish airmen, ground personnel and Women’s Auxiliary Air Force serving in the Polish Air Force alongside RAF during the Second World War was unveiled outside the John Paul II Cultural Centre in Mississauga. “The Spiral of Victory” monument honours the critical role…
166 years ago, a steam locomotive, painted in dark green with polished brass fittings, and pulling several passenger cars full of VIPs – railway officials, financiers, and other assorted dignitaries – travelled merrily along the newly laid Great Western Railway near Clarkson. The date was December 3, 1855, and the opening of the sparkling new…
Join Historian Matthew Wilkinson for Ask A Historian on November 25, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. This week Matthew joins Richard Collins as they answer questions on the historic railways that have traversed Mississauga and take a look at the streetcar lines, railway stations, and catastrophes that have marked the landscape. Each week on Ask A…