Over the years, Canadians have been inspired to share their favorite heritage sites through photos and selfies as part of Historic Places Days. These photos, accompanied by personal stories, highlight what makes these places special—from moments of reflection and connections to culture and family history, to creating new memories at old landmarks. This year, we’re […]
Historic Places Days is a platform for individuals and organizations to showcase the places and stories important to them in their own words. As the presenter, the National Trust for Canada recognizes that Canada’s history and heritage is complex and contentious, dominated by settler perspectives, and that individually or collectively the stories may lack diversity. We are working hard with our partners to enrich our awareness of our collective past. We welcome your input on how we can work together to be more inclusive now and in the future.
VisitExperience the history
This summer we invite you to time travel by virtually visiting historic places across Canada. Hundreds of sites are waiting to be discovered. Every place, a story: choose yours.
WinParticipate in contests
Our contest takes place July 10-17 2024, with the National Trust for Canada giving away a total of $3000, in support of Historic Places Days. Check out our Contests Page for more information!
ShowRegister a historic place
Participating sites receive national exposure and access to resources for organizing events and attracting new audiences. If you own or operate a historic site, registration is open all year—so why wait? Register today!
Places To Explore
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S.S. Atlantic Heritage Park and Interpretation Centre
Terence Bay, Nova Scotia
Memorializes the wreck and rescue of one of the worst transatlantic marine disasters
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Port Greville Lighthouse
Port Greville, Nova Scotia
Original 1908 lighthouse a fine example of a pepper pot lighthouse
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Grosvenor Lodge
London, Ontario
A Tudor Gothic style home built in 1853 by Samuel Peters, one of London’s pioneer famili
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Union United Church
Montréal, Québec
Union United Church, the oldest Black church in Montreal at 116 years, continues to provid…
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Events To Enjoy
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275th Speaker’s Series
St. Paul's Church
15 September, 2024 - 15 September, 2025 | 10:00am to 12:00pm
40th Anniversary Family Day
Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site
26 July, 2025 | 9 am to 9 pm
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