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 […]

It’s that time of year again! The annual Historic Places Days event means that folks are out taking photos, and digital selfies at historic places coast-to-coast-to-coast. The staff at the National Trust for Canada are no exception, take a look at the historic places they visited both digitally and in-person!    Kiersten discovers Maritime history:  […]

With #historicplacesday now running #allsummerlong, we’re encouraging you to take a moment, slow down, and reflect upon awesome experiences at sites nationwide that have made you feel more connected to your past, to your future, and to your home. Our July Giveaway Contest is asking Canadians to share their reflective moments by submitting a picture […]

Although our annual Canada Historic Places Day looks a bit different this year, hundreds of heritage enthusiasts and participating places were quick to adapt for the kick off on July 4th, showcasing their creativity through selfies and virtual events alike. As this nation-wide celebration is running until the end of August, #allsummerlong, we’re looking forward […]

This year, we’re putting a spin on the Canada Historic Places Day selfie contest. As many of Canada’s historic places remain closed to the public, and social distancing measures are put in place, we’ve set up new ways for everyone to celebrate and share in virtual visits online. With provinces shifting into reopening phases throughout […]