Simcoe Day at Fort York

The first Monday in August is recognised as Simcoe Day, and, accordingly, Fort York comes to life in honour of the first Lieutenant-Governor of the Province of Upper Canada (1793-96) and founder of Fort York and the Town of York – John Graves Simcoe.

Visitors can take advantage of the holiday Monday to walk the historic grounds and thrill to musketry, artillery, and music demonstrations presented by the Fort York Guard and Guards from Fort George National Historic Site from Niagara-On-The-Lake and Old Fort Erie. Visit the working kitchen in the 1815 Officers’ Brick Barracks, take tours of the historic buildings, and discover the dynamic lives of the Fort’s men, women, and children.

Check out a special exhibit presented by the Ontario Black History Society in the Lobby of the Visitor Centre. Enjoy an evening performance by Jason Wilson’s Sumach Roots. This great day will celebrate the legacy of Fort York and its place in Toronto’s history.