Then and Now

Then and Now shares historical photos and personal stories of past people, places, and events and connects them to their significance today. They are made possible through our Community Leaders Program.

Celebrating Burlington's achievements: did you know Canada's first recycling facility was located here?

Theme of Heritage Week August 3-10 is innovation

Jul 24, 2024 9:15 AM Read more >

The Union burying ground, connection of United Empire Loyalists to Burlington

Some of the early Loyalist settlers brought along apple tree seedlings to plant here

Jun 24, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

Burlington canning industries once operated out of waterfront area

In 1903, the Burlington Canning Co. was formed by a group of farmers and landowners; George E. Fisher was the first President and Managing Director

May 24, 2024 1:33 PM Read more >

Paletta Lakefront Park, mansion: the jewel in the crown of Burlington's waterfront

The Shoreacres Estate boasts an 11,000 sq.-ft.-mansion of heritage designation

Apr 25, 2024 2:45 PM Read more >

Town Bell had significant uses including fire warnings, workday start, finish

Then and Now – The Town Bell The memories of a Burlington of days gone by is the town bell which stands alongside Central Library. The bell was ordered by Town Council in 1894 to be used to summon volunteer firemen.

Mar 24, 2024 6:04 PM Read more >

The Pig and Whistle Inn, a landmark on the Lakeshore

The Pig and Whistle Inn was built in 1929 on the shores of Lake Ontario by former Burlington Mayor and MP Hughes Cleaver. Located on Lakeshore Road at Burloak Drive; its original address was 5527 Lakeshore Rd.

Feb 24, 2024 11:30 PM Read more >

Aldershot Cold Storage, plus chickens, pigs, candy in the 'Garden of Canada'

Commercial operations have come and gone at the site in the city's west end

Jan 24, 2024 3:30 PM Read more >

FAVOURITE STORIES OF 2023: The origins of Burlington's Alton Village

As we get ready for a New Year, BurlingtonToday takes another look at the top-read community stories of 2023

Dec 30, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

The story of Burlington's own Wheat King, William Ernest Breckon

A stamp in a vintage book prompts research into grain grower, dairy farmer and Ontario Agricultural Hall-of-famer

Dec 24, 2023 9:30 AM Read more >

Freeman Village and Burlington's history as the 'Garden of Canada'

Rail lines transported local fruit and produce across the country and overseas

Nov 24, 2023 11:55 AM Read more >

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