Welcome to the Ontario Heritage Trust's website.

In the past several years, we have seen how significant the Internet has been in bringing the important work of the Ontario Heritage Trust to the people of Ontario and around the world. The Trust's web traffic has increased tremendously in the past several years, indicating a far greater awareness of, and interest in, the heritage of our province. Whether you are looking for information on one of our heritage buildings, discovering some of the scenic natural heritage spaces throughout the province, or renting one of our unique heritage venues for a meeting or social event – there is something for everyone to discover at our website.

Some of the featured sections include:

• context-specific FAQ pages to help answer your many heritage questions
• e-Cards to send special messages and beautiful heritage images to friends and family around the world
• a revitalized Conference and Reception Centres page to assist you in booking a unique heritage location for weddings, conferences or film shoots
• an interactive Online Plaque Guide where you can find information about the hundreds of familiar blue and gold plaques located throughout the province

Certainly, the variety of heritage activities we are engaged in year-round cannot happen without the dedication and commitment of our partners, volunteers, sponsors, students, interns and professional staff. The continued growth of participation at the community level is also encouraging. There is obvious pride in the heritage of our province everywhere you look today. And the Trust – with your help – strives to tell Ontario's stories to make our past come alive.

This site focuses on our rich and varied heritage. But it also reminds us that an exciting future lies ahead when we all contribute to the preservation of Ontario's heritage treasures.

I know you and your family will enjoy exploring this website.

Dr. Thomas H.B. Symons
Chairman