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Boo! Historic Haunts at Passport Places

The air is getting crisper, the leaves are turning red, and the ghosts at Canada’s historic places are eager to…

Explore the World of Jane Austen and The Bridgertons with Passport Places

Dearest Gentle Reader, As we embark upon the early decades of the 21st century, with cars instead of carriages, dating…

Reviving History: The Reopening of St. John’s Colonial Building

In 2022, St. John’s, the historic capital city of Newfoundland and Labrador, welcomed back visitors to the Colonial Building after…

Métis Nation of British Columbia Unveils Historic Point Ellice House

The Métis Nation of British Columbia (MNBC) has recently reopened the historic Point Ellice House in Victoria, marking a significant…

Discover Canada’s Great Outdoor Spaces with these Passport Places

Get outside this summer with some help from these 8 Passport Places. From sites situated in beautiful urban parks, to…

From a Historical Garden to a Heritage Garden

Lougheed House is one of the only surviving examples of a grand sandstone prairie mansion. Originally built in 1891 by…

Withstanding Change from Zanzibar to North Wales

“Although we are located in a different continent…we have something in common to share.”-Makame Juma, the Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage…

Welcoming the Equinox and looking to the stars at Métis Crossing

March 19-20th, 2024 marks the March Equinox. Also known as the Spring or Vernal Equinox for the Northern Hemisphere, the…

A Spotlight on the International National Trust Organization

World Heritage Day 2022 saw the public launch of the INTO Places program, linking National Trusts around the world into…

Culinary Adventures across Passport Places

Looking for an activity to escape the winter chill? Try something new while expanding your culinary knowledge at these four…

The Buttermaker’s House Opens for Artist Residencies

Recently, the Trust was excited to learn that the Buttermaker’s House, a restoration and fundraising initiative in Markerville, Alberta celebrated…

It’s Time for a Heritage Tourism Reset

Heritage Tourism has experienced a seismic shift during the pandemic, and now, in the post-pandemic era, there is a rare…

Uncovering the Multifaceted History of Quebec City’s Morrin Centre

Today, the Morrin Centre is a distinguished English-language cultural centre and library in predominantly French-speaking Quebec City. Yet the history…

Diverse Layers and Stories at Three Heritage Places  

Canada’s history and heritage is complex, and certain voices have long dominated its telling. Heritage sites can be wonderfully effective…

Spadina Museum’s Dis/Mantle art exhibit

Spadina Museum, named from an Annishnaabemowin word ishpadina (“highland” or “ridge”), sits atop a ravine overlooking Toronto. Nestled right downtown,…

A digital selfie of the National Trust for Canada staff at Craigdorroch Castle in Victoria, BC.

Selfies from the National Trust for Canada 2022

It’s that time of year again! The annual Historic Places Days event means that folx are out taking photos, and…

Five VisitLists to explore during #HistoricPlacesDays and beyond

Whether you’re planning a trip for the last week of #HistoricPlacesDays, for the remaining dog days of summer, or staying cool…

Oil Springs, Ontario – A Small Community with Big International Significance

Many may presume that Alberta is the birthplace of Canada’s oil and petroleum industry. However, that title belongs to the…

Discover the Unofficial Capital of Historic Labrador – Battle Harbour

Today Battle Harbour is a living museum. It preserves and interprets both tangible and intangible history for visitors across the…

World Heritage at 50: Looking Back, Looking Forward

Half a century after the adoption of UNESCO’s World Heritage Convention, our planet faces multiple crises that threaten the very…

The Trethewey House Remaining Relevant and Sustainable During a Global Pandemic

Operated by the Heritage Abbotsford Society, the historic Arts and Crafts style Trethewey House Heritage Site has been an important…

10 INTO Places for Your Next International Trip

The National Trust for Canada is proud to be part of a global network of Trusts included in the #INTOPlaces program which launched on April 16….

Discover Métis Culture, People and Now Bison at Métis Crossing

    One and a half hours from Edmonton, Métis Crossing in Smoky Lake AB, is a gathering place to…

6 Heritage Sites in Ireland to celebrate St Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day – originally a religious celebration has now evolved into a North American celebration of Irish culture with…

Heritage Takes the Holiday Spotlight

‘Tis the season for holiday entertainment, and holiday movies are one of the most popular ways of getting into the…

Experience Autumn at 7 Passport Places across Canada

As the trees turn bold colours and we enjoy the cooler temperatures, we’ve gathered some fall cultural events and ghoulish…

Six Passport Places You Didn’t Know Existed In the Greater Toronto Area

The GTA’s hustle and bustle is home to many hidden gems that illustrate its diversity and long, rich history. Unexpected…

Supersized Heritage: The Unshakeable Allure and Uncertain Future of Canada’s Big Roadside Objects

As travelers cruise east from Edmonton on Alberta’s four-lane Yellowhead Highway, they soon have a monumental decision to make –…

The Accidental Find That Jump-Started a Museum

Nestled in an isolated narrow valley surrounded by high mountains, Sunshine Valley holds a story of resilience. Upon Canada’s declaration…

A Historic Jewel in the Woods

Her Majesty’s Royal Chapel of the Mohawks is a charming chapel in Brantford, Ontario. Managed by Six Nations Tourism, the…

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National Indigenous Peoples Day in Five Passport Places

National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrates the culture and contributions of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples of Canada. It…

All Aboard for National Train Day at Five Passport Places!

Canada’s enduring reliance on the railway officially started with great fanfare on July 21, 1836, when the Champlain and Saint…

Explore Canada’s Immigration Stories with Six Passport Places

For centuries, Canada’s vast landscape has welcomed immigrants from every corner of the globe. Immigrants have and continue to contribute…

Black History at 5 National Trusts

February is Black History month in Canada, and across the country Canadians are sharing the stories of black community builders,…

Five Passport Places celebrating the holidays differently this year

Need some holiday cheer? Read on for some holiday events hosted at Passport Places in Canada. From classic Victorian Christmases…

Staff Picks: 8 Historic Homes We Love

Every home has a story to tell. Besides telling Canada’s collective story, historic homes serve as settings where our individual…

The Legacy of Labour and Industry in 5 Historic Places

Canada has a rich history of labour and industry, with stories of towns being built by the industry that began…

Featuring 5 Canadian Lighthouses to Inspire Your Social Distancing

Friday August 7th is National Lighthouse Day, and with over 350 historic lighthouses in Canada, it is easy to see why they should be celebrated….

Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site – BC’s “Monster Cannery” Still Brimming with Stories

Once the leading salmon cannery in British Columbia, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site of Canada, in continuous…

Heritage in Bloom – A spring tour of Canada’s historic gardens

Spring has finally arrived, and spirit-lifting flowers are back in bloom in most Canadian communities. It is a great time…

The Diversity Decade: How Heritage Is Spanning Differences in 2020

In January of 2020, without fanfare, the National Trust for England, Wales and Northern Ireland made a subtle change to…

The Colony of Avalon Shares Stories of Canada from Before the Country We Now Know Existed

About an hour’s drive south of Newfoundland’s capital, St. John’s, is the Town of Ferryland. It’s a quiet, coastal community…

5 virtual tours you don’t want to miss

Are you yearning to be back outside visiting historic sites in person? Here are some beautiful virtual tours to keep your…

Experience historic places at home

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic most historic places are temporarily closed to the public. Many of us are…

5 examples exhibiting the vitality of the French language in Canada

Every year, on March 20th, the world celebrates International Francophonie Day. Following the celebrations that took place last month, we…

Exploring the Black Canadian Legacy through Heritage Places

February is Black History Month and this presents an extraordinary opportunity to explore the legacy of Black Canadians through heritage…

5 Historic Places With a Soft Spot for Romance

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we’ve been on the hunt for sweet love stories in historic places – and…

Inspiring Getaways at National Trust Locations Abroad

As you start planning for the holiday season and the new year, consider taking advantage of your National Trust membership…

Historic sites use Halloween and ghost stories to attract visitors

Fulford Place in Brockville, Ontario offers a rare glimpse of the luxurious lifestyle of another era.  Built in 1899-1901, it…

Doukhobor Dugout National Historic Site celebrates immigration to Canada 120 years later

Four days each July, dozens of Canadians gather by a cave at the side of the North Saskatchewan River. Donning…