Is Durham the Most Haunted Place in Ontario?
We invite you to indulge in some spooky settings that will bewitch your sense of adventure and get the hairs on the back of your neck standing on end.
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A Short History of Snowshoeing in Canada
Dozens of YDH conservation areas offer a variety of snowshoeing trails. There is no better way to enjoy a relaxed, deep snow winter hike with family and friends.
Military Museums of York Durham Headwaters
Discover three local museums that highlight Canada’s military heritage in York Durham Headwaters. From the First World War aircraft at the Great War Flying Museum, to community stories and artifacts at the Georgina Military Museum, to the impressive collection of operational vehicles at the Ontario Regiment RCAC Museum, this guide offers a thoughtful look at the people, equipment, and history that shaped our region.
Military History Sites: Camp X, Whitby, Durham Region
Have you heard about Camp X, the secret Canadian World War II spy training camp near Whitby?
YDH War Memorials and Wartime Enlistment
War memorials in Ontario’s York Region, Durham Region, and Headwaters Regions serve as poignant reminders of the sacrifices made by local residents during various conflicts.
Tales from the Headstones – The Hauntings of Salem United Church Cemetery
On a quiet rural road, just minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the metropolitan city of Pickering, is a peaceful little graveyard bisected by a paved, two-lane road.
Tales from the Headstones – Hauntings and Odd Happenings in Oshawa’s Union Cemetery
There is not just one spirit that roams the graves and mausoleums on this busy corner of this city on the move, there are several. The question, though, is who are they?
Find Your Colour for Free: Galleries and Museums to Visit in YDH for FREE
Explore the art, heritage, and culture of these incredible spots that are bursting with more colour than you can imagine—and the best part? Many are free or by donation! Here’s your guide to discovering these hidden autumn treasures.
Uncovering History at St. George’s Anglican Church
The churches of Ontario’s earliest European arrivals often have an historic charm, with features and architecture that takes one’s breath away. In the town of Georgina, in a hamlet called Sibbald’s Point, St. George’s Anglican Church is one of these breathtaking places.
Tales from the Headstones – Who Are the Spirits of Boston Mills Cemetery?
The graves at Boston Mills Cemetery are a mix of old and new, with many still tended by loving family members who place flowers, wreathes and other touching mementos.
Inuk Artist Barry Best Demonstrates Inuit Carvings at The Village at Black Creek
The Village at Black Creek is a place where the pace of life takes a nice, slow breath so that visitors can experience what earlier times in Ontario were like—the 1860s, to be precise.
History Lives in Georgina – Connections to the Past You Can Still Find Today
The Town of Georgina in York Region is one of our many places here in YDH that’s rich with the history of the people who brought it to life.
Maud in Durham – Welcome to The Anne and Maud Experience!
Enjoy the Anne and Maud Experience which celebrates all things Lucy Maud Montgomery, and Anne of Green Gables and their lasting effect on Durham Region
Welcoming A New Era for The Village at Black Creek
While the name may be changing, The Village at Black Creek still carries the same wonder that has made visitors fall in love with it since day one.
Off the Beaten Path – Explore North Durham
North Durham is where you will find all of the scenic roads and small-town delights, and you will come to understand why North Durham is not just a place, but a way of life.
YDH Presents: An All-New Spine-Tingling Trail
Venture out to our region to learn all about our spooky stories.
Maud in Leaskdale – The New Lucy Maud Montgomery Self-Guided Trail
This talented woman spent fifteen years in the community of Leaskdale, in the Township of Uxbridge, Durham Region.
