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Learning is alive at The Royal. With 14 Education Centres and relevant curriculum links in Health, Family & Social Studies, Canadian Studies, Arts, Language, Science and Biology, your students will enjoy hands-on learning experiences. Students of all ages will learn all about what agriculture means to Canada and the world and have fun doing it. Ask about the Educators’ Symposium on careers in food and agriculture, convened by the Ontario School Counsellors’ Association sponsored by University of Guelph. Program space is limited. Contact schoolgroups@royalfair.org for more details.
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OUR WALKS: Revitalize This! The Urban Geography Tour Students become urban planners and experts in land uses, discovering what makes two of the city’s most distinct neighbourhoods, Cabbagetown and Regent Park, so vital.
Eco-lution Tour Students evaluate and debate examples of local food, transportation and preserving eco-systems on this tour of the majestic University of Toronto main campus.
Media on the Street From the CBC headquarters to Queen West, students explore diverse forms of media, and become reporters to answer the question: What makes messages powerful?
Art & the City Students become artists, connoisseurs and critics on this interactive tour of Toronto’s best public art from Nathan Phillips Square to St. Lawrence Market.
Kensington Market Scavenger Hunt This two-part scavenger hunt explores key curriculum points on immigration, cultural diversity and financial literacy, all amongst the backdrop of Toronto’s most diverse neighbourhood.
Waterfront & Wetlands Students wade into the debate over land use along the waterfront, map out a wetland, examine Ontario’s most creative street design, and get flooded with a natural disaster.
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Agscape............................................................... 60 & 61
Markham Fair.............................................................69
Air Riderz Trampoline Park................................... 12
Mattamy National Cycling Centre.......................49
Andrews’ Scenic Acres............................................ 48
McCoy Bus Service....................................................77
Art Gallery of Ontario.............................................. 13
Mirvish Productions.................................................33
Aspire Climbing & Fitness Inc...................... 50 & 51 Bad Dog Theatre Company..................................... 14 Balls of Fun..................................................................65 Basecamp Climbing..........................................16 & 17 Big Village....................................................................53
Mountsberg Conservation Area............................52 Oakville Galleries....................................................... 55 Of Rock & Chalk.........................................................27 Ontario Science Centre..................................28 & 29
Blue Mountain Ski Resort.................................... IBC
Ostrich Land................................................................26
Booster Juice................................................................10
Pickering Museum Village......................................47
Burns Bog Conservation Society............................ 7
Pirate Life..................................................................... 31
Cineplex........................................................................ 11 City of Toronto.................................................. 20 & 21
Queen’s University | Enrichment Studies Unit................................................................. 7
Civic Theatres Toronto............................................. 15
Rose Theatre......................................................62 & 63
Clay With Me.............................................................. 19
Sharon Temple National Historic Site & Museum.....................................................................69
Crock A Doodle......................................................8 & 9 Dairy Farmers of Ontario........................................58
Shaw Festival.................................................... 74 & 75
Earthbound Kids........................................................66
Solar Stage....................................................................26
Ellison Travel & Tours Ltd.........................78 & OBC
Splitsville Entertainment........................................35
Engineering For Kids York Region.......................67
Steamlabs..................................................................... 30
Focus Up........................................................................ 18 Folklore Music and Arts................................. 53 & 65
The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery............................................................... 30
Forsythe Family Farms 2009 Inc......................... 43
The Royal Agriculture Winter Fair............ IFC & 3
Gardiner Museum Toronto.....................................23
Toronto And Region Conservation Authority (trca)....................................................37
Grand Experiences Outdoor Adventure Company................................................................... 48 Hockey Hall of Fame.................................................22 Hub Climbing.................................................... 70 & 71 Kids Zone Family Fun Centre............................... 46 Kidsports Indoor Playground................................. 59 Lakeridge Resort....................................................... 43 Legislative Assembly of Ontario...........................24
Toronto Symphony Orchestra..................... 44 & 45 Torontos First Post Office....................................... 34 Town of Georgina......................................................73 Town of Oakville.............................................. 56 & 57 Treetop Trekking........................................................39 Treewalk Village.........................................................36
Liberty Entertainment Group (Casa Loma).......25
True North Climbing................................................38
Limelight Cheerleading Allstars...........................68
Walk T.O..................................................................4 & 5
Lucy Maud Montgomery Society of Ontario................................................................. 46
Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre.................................................72
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Young People’s Theatre..................................40 & 41
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Plan your next school trip to the Enrichment Studies Unit (ESU) at Queen’s University. Every May and August, ESU welcomes students in grades 7-8 and 9-12 to experience university through programs and courses that offer a unique set of academic enrichment, leadership training, and personal growth opportunities designed to inspire future careers and create lasting memories.
PROGRAMS IN MAY & AUGUST 30+ EXCITING COURSES PLUS LEADERSHIP TRAINING
esu.queensu.ca 613-533-3181
Students stay in residence as they learn about campus life under the supervision of undergraduate mentors and take challenging courses taught by Queen’s students, faculty, and community professionals who have demonstrated excellence in their field. Extra-curricular activities both on the Queen’s campus and in historic Kingston provide additional learning and experience.
Learn more about our programs or create a custom program at esu@queensu.ca
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The Taming of the Shrew (Stratford Festival HD)
A LARGER THAN LIFE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Experience Shakespeare, Bolshoi ballet, IMAX educational films, inspirational movies and more, including 3D - all on the big screen!
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Sharkwater: Extinction
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Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (Warner Bros. Entertainment)
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Greater Toronto Active Kids Zone
Air Riderz Trampoline Park
Archers Arena
951 Alness Street Toronto, ON M3J 2J1 Tel: (416) 650-5060 Fax: (416) 650-5065 www.activekidszone.com
3600 Ridgeway Drive, Units 4 and 5 Mississauga, ON L5L 0B4 Tel: (905) 820-7500 Email: info@airriderz.com www.airriderz.com
1140 Sheppard Avenue West, Unit 3 Toronto, ON M3K 2A2 Tel: (647) 99 ARENA (2-7362) Email: info@archersarena.com www.archersarena.com
Africville Museum
All Fired Up paintable ceramics
Archery Circuit
5795 Africville Road Halifax, NS B3S 5V8 Tel: (902) 455-6558 Email: info@africvillemuseum.org www.africvillemuseum.org
8 & 10 Brentwood Road North Toronto, ON M8X 2B5 Tel: (416) 233-5512 Email: info@afu-ceramics.com www.afu-ceramics.com
8 - 3791 Victoria Park Avenue Scarborough, ON M1W 3K6 Tel: (416) 662-8828 Email: info@archerycircuit.com www.archerycircuit.com
Aga Khan Museum and Ismaili Centre
Allan Gardens Conservatory
Archery District
19 Horticultual Avenue Toronto, ON M5H 2N2 Tel: (416) 392-7288
770 Birchmount Road, Unit 22 Toronto, ON M1K 5H3 Tel: (647) 955-3111 Email: toronto@archerydistrict.com www.archerydistrict.com
77 Wynford Drive Toronto, ON M3C 1K1 Tel: (416) 646-4677 Fax: (416) 646-4665 Email: information@agakhanmuseum.org www.agakhanmuseum.org
Air Canada Centre 50 Bay Street, Suite 500 Toronto, ON M5J 2L2 Tel: (416) 815-5400 Email: fanservices@mlse.com www.aircanadacentre.com
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Alphabet Kids Inc. 4588 Bathurst Street, 1st Floor Culinary Kitchen Toronto, ON M2R 1W6 Tel: (416) 606-1074 Email: clientcare@alphabetkids.ca www.alphabetkids.ca
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Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) 317 Dundas Street West Toronto, ON M5T 1G4 Tel: (416) 979-6648 Email: groupsales@ago.net www.ago.net
BOOK YOUR SCHOOL VISITS STARTING AUGUST 1st, 2018 Bring your class to experience the newly renovated J.S. McLean Centre for Indigenous and Canadian Art.
New, simplier pricing! BOOK TODAY. AGO.ca/teachers @AGOToronto
Art Gallery of Ontario Discover Art.NorthExplore The AGO is among America’s Ideas. most distinguished Themuseums AGO is among America’s most distinguished art with North Canadian and Inuit works, European art museums with Canadian works, European masterpieces and contemporary art, masterpieces and contemporary art, as wellone-of-a-kind as sculptures and as well as sculptures and more! Experience exhibitions more! Experience exhibitions guided with guided toursone-of-a-kind or enjoy a self-guided visit.with Explore thetours past and present discovering worldthe through art present and artmaking. or enjoywhile a self-guided visit.the Explore past and while discovering the world through art and artmaking. Contact: groupsales@ago.net, 416-979-6608 Website: ago.net/schools Location: 317 Dundas St. W, Toronto, ON
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Artistic Way Ltd. 1003 Eglinton Avenue West Toronto, ON M6C 2C7 Tel: (416) 760-9027 Fax: (416) 760-9143 Email: art@artisticway.ca www.artisticway.ca
Ashbridge’s Bay Park 1561 Lake Shore Blvd. East Toronto, ON
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For over 35 years, the award-winning Bad Dog Theatre Company has specialized in the art of unscripted comedy and improvised performance in Toronto, while also providing excellent, affordable and welcoming improv training. Bad Dog Comedy Theatre 875 A Bloor St. W. Toronto, ON M6G 1M4 baddogtheatre.com
For over 35 years, Bad Dog Theatre Company’s improv academy has helped people from all walks of life improve their confidence, their public speaking, and their creativity. Let Bad Dog give your students an opportunity to express themselves and explore the world around them through improv! The Bad Dog Theatre Youth Program is a fun way to get students on their feet, laughing, and being creative together. Our workshops are designed to build confidence, foster creativity, and help young people give voice to their ideas in a fun and supportive environment. Paired with Bad Dog Theatre’s signature shows, these workshops can help students dive into themes and tackle issues that youth face every day. Our in-school workshop program is a great way to help enrich your school’s programming. We start by teaching the fundamentals of improv: clear communication and collaboration. From there workshops can be customized to suit your students’ needs and focus on skills such as leadership, team building, public speaking, creativity, and stagecraft. Contact info: www.baddogtheatre.com
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677 Bloor Street W., Toronto, ON M6G 1L3 Tel: (416) 855-0430 Email: matt@basecampclimbing.ca www.basecampclimbing.ca
Bata Shoe Museum 327 Bloor Street West Toronto, ON M5S 1W7 Tel: (416) 979-7799 Email: education@batashoemuseum.ca www.batashoemuseum.ca
Bay of Spirits Gallery 156 Front Street West Toronto, ON M5J 2L6 Tel: (416) 971-5190 Email: info@bayofspirits.com www.bayofspirits.com
Black Creek Pioneer Village 1000 Murray Ross Parkway Toronto, ON M3J 2P3 Tel: (416) 667-6295, ext. 2 Email: vservices@trca.on.ca www.blackcreek.ca
Bloor West Village Toronto Ukrainian Festival 205 - 2336A Bloor Street West Toronto, ON M6S 1P3 Tel: (416) 410-9965 Fax: (416) 410-9965 Email: info@ukrainianfestival.com www.ukrainianfestival.com
BMO Field 170 Princes’ Blvd Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Tel: (416) 815-5982 Fax: (416) 815-6050 Email: fanservices@mlse.com www.bmofield.com
Canadian National Exhibition CNE 210 Princes’ Blvd, Press Building, Exhibition Place Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Tel: (416) 263-3330 Fax: (416) 263-3838 Email: info@theex.com www.theex.xom
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TORONTO CENTRE FOR THE ARTS
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TORONTO CENTRE FOR THE ARTS For Grades: 1 - 4
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UPTOWN May 16-17, 2019 INTERNATIONAL TORONTO CENTRE FOR THE ARTS CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL For Grades: K - 6 BOOKINGS OPEN NOW! Online Study Guides Available education@sonycentre.ca | 416-368-6161 ext. 8242
Civic Theatres Toronto is one of the city’s largest multi-arts organizations, operating three iconic venues – Sony Centre for the Performing Arts, St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, and Toronto Centre for the Arts. We are proud to offer engaging field trips and transformative theatrical experiences with accompanying resources for all grades!
Specialist High Skills Major Certification Workshops Through a partnership with the Ministry of Education, we also offer Arts & Culture SHSM certification workshops in areas such as production, grant writing, and cosmetology! Contact us for more information!
sonycentre.ca/schools
18/19 SEASON
School Matinees Join us for matinee performances designed specifically for schools and intended to support the Ontario Curriculum through engaging live performances and complementary study guides. This season’s school matinees feature the following curriculum connections & themes: Fatty Legs Indigenous Studies, Residential Schools in Canada, Social Studies, English Language Arts, Music, Drama, Dance, Health & Physical Education Boys, Girls, and other Mythological Creatures Self-Expression, Gender, Imagination, Friendship, Bullying, Social Studies SPIN History, Gender studies, Music, Language Arts, Media Awareness, Physical Education, Geography Uptown International Children’s Festival Stay tuned for information about our Children’s Festival matinee performances, May 16-17, 2019 at Toronto Centre for the Arts, for Grades 1-6! Tickets are $10 each (HST included) with a special group discount of one FREE teacher/supervisor ticket with every 20 student tickets purchased.
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Greater Toronto Camp Robin Hood & The Robin Hood Leadership Centre P.O. Box 10034 RPO Yonge & Finch Toronto, ON M2N 0B6 Tel: (416) 736-4443 Fax: (905) 640-3450 Email: office@camprobinhood.ca www.camprobinhood.ca/school-programs
Caplansky’s Delicatessen 356 College Street Toronto, ON M5T 1S6 Tel: (416) 500-3852 Email: kristen@caplanskys.com www.caplanskysdeli.com
Casa Loma
Champions of History – Early Societies Programs & Stage Combat 201 - 5 Claxton Boulevard Toronto, ON M6C 1L6 Tel: (844) FOCUSUP (302-8787) Email: info@championsofhistory.com www.championsofhistory.com
Cineplex - Education Cinema & More Various locations Toronto, ON Tel: 800-313-4461 Email: groupsales@cineplex.com www.cineplex.com/groupsales
1 Austin Terrace Toronto, ON M5R 1X8 Tel: (416) 923-1171 Fax: (416) 923-5734 Email: info@casaloma.ca www.casaloma.ca
City of Toronto - City Hall
Cedar Ridge Creative Centre
Classical Theatre Project
225 Confederation Drive Toronto, ON M1G 1B2 Tel: (416) 396-4026 Fax: (416) 396-7044 Email: crcc@toronto.ca
189 Yonge Street Toronto, ON M5B 1M4 Tel: (416) 915-6750 Fax: (647) 847-2346 Email: boxoffice@classicaltheatreproject.ca www.thectp.ca
Centennial Park Conservatory 151 Elmcrest Road Toronto, ON M9C 3R7 Tel: (416) 394-8543
Centreville Amusement Park 84 Advance Road Toronto, ON M8Z 2T7 Tel: (416) 234-2345 Email: info@centreisland.ca www.centreisland.ca
100 Queen Street West Toronto, ON M5H 2N2 Tel: (416) 392-CITY (2489) Email: 311@toronto.ca www.toronto.ca
Cloud Gardens Conservatory 14 Temperance Street Toronto, ON M5H 1Y4 Tel: (416) 392-7288
CN Tower 301 Front Street West Toronto, ON M5V 2T6 Tel: (416) 601-4707 Email: groupsales@cntower.ca www.cntower.ca
Colborne Lodge 11 Colborne Lodge Drive Toronto, ON M6S 0A4 Tel: (416) 392-6916 Email: clodge@toronto.ca
Crock A Doodle 3422 Lake Shore Blvd. West Etobicoke, ON M8W 1N3 Tel: (416) 238-7608 Email: etobicoke@crockadoodle.com www.crockadoodle.com/etobicoke
Cummer Skateboard Park 6000 Leslie Street Toronto, ON M2H 1J9
Design Exchange Museum 234 Bay Street, Toronto Dominion Centre Toronto, ON M5K 1B2 Tel: (416) 363-6121 Fax: (416) 368-0684 Email: info@dx.org www.dx.org
Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre 189 Yonge Street Toronto, ON M5B 1M4 Tel: (416) 314-2871 Fax: (416) 314-3583 Email: ewg@heritagetrust.on.ca www.heritagetrust.on.ca/ewg
Enoch Turner School house 106 Trinity Street Toronto, ON M5A 3C6 Tel: (416) 327-6997 Email: Sam.Wesley@heritagetrust.on.ca www.heritagetrust.on.ca/en/index.php/ properties/enoch-turner-schoolhouse
Escape Station 2252 Queen Street East, 2nd Floor Toronto, ON M4E 1G2 Tel: (416) 834-6794 Email: info@escapestation.ca www.escapestation.ca
Evergreen Brick Works Suite 300, 550 Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M4W 3X8 Tel: (416) 596-1495 Email: info@evergreen.ca www.evergreen.ca
Champions of History offers fully-interactive EARLY SOCIETIES CURRICULUM programs like no other. Your students get off the floor and in the action! Our living history teachers come to your location and deliver workshops covering six different early societies. Your students will have a fun, educational, and engaging day that they will never forget. A great enhancement to your lesson plan.
www.championsofhistory.com Toll free: 1-844-F0CUSUP (302-8787)
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Activities at Clay With Me: • After school programs • Kids camps • Family drop ins • Birthdays parties • Adults pottery classes • Adults private parties • Make your own pottery • Mobile clay classroom
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HISTORY IS CLOSER THAN YOU THINK
Wherever your school is located in the GTA, there’s a Toronto History Museum nearby. Students engage with history where it really happened, at 10 historic sites offering immersive experiences for K to 12. Half- and full-day hands-on programs bring science, language, geography and history curricula to life. A Toronto History Museum visit is an unforgettable experience.
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COLBORNE LODGE Home of architect and inventor John Howard, who helped shape the look of Toronto. Situated at the south end of High Park. toronto.ca/colbornelodge FORT YORK Home of Canada’s largest collection of original War of 1812 buildings in the heart of downtown and where Toronto was founded as an urban place. toronto.ca/fortyork GIBSON HOUSE This Victorian farmhouse was home to the Gibson family, Scottish immigrants who helped establish North York. toronto.ca/gibsonhouse MACKENZIE HOUSE Home to Toronto’s first mayor William Lyon Mackenzie, this middle-class rowhouse offers a rare peek into urban Victorian life in Toronto. toronto.ca/mackenziehouse THE MARKET GALLERY Toronto’s original 19th century City Hall council chamber in south St. Lawrence Market, the gallery now presents exhibits related to Toronto’s art, culture and history. toronto.ca/marketgallery MONTGOMERY’S INN Built in the 1830s, the Inn was a hotel, tavern and family home. toronto.ca/montgomerysinn SPADINA MUSEUM A sumptuous mansion restored to its 1920s/1930s appearance, Spadina was home to a family immersed in Toronto’s business and culture. toronto.ca/spadina SCARBOROUGH MUSEUM Set in beautiful Thomson Memorial Park, Scarborough Museum’s two 19th century houses trace early rural life in Scarborough. toronto.ca/scarboroughmuseum TODMORDEN MILLS Nestled in the Don Valley, this former industrial community features workers’ homes from the 1890s and 1940s, the Papermill Gallery, and a wildflower preserve. toronto.ca/todmordenmills ZION SCHOOLHOUSE This immersive Edwardian one-room schoolhouse provides a window into the lives of students and teachers in the rural community of L’Amaroux circa 1869-1955. toronto.ca/zionschoolhouse
Greater Toronto Exhibition Place
Filberries
Franklin Children’s Garden
100 Princes’ Boulevard, Suite 1 Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Tel: (416) 263-3600 Fax: (416) 263-3001 Email: info@explace.on.ca www.explace.on.ca
Unit 603 - 207 Shaughnessy Boulevard Toronto, ON M2J 1J9 Tel: (647) 895-9951 Email: ekaterina@filmberries.com www.filmberries.com
Centre Island Toronto, ON Email: torontoisland@toronto.ca www1.toronto.ca
Fizzical Fizzicks
Factory Theatre
25 Salem Avenue Toronto, ON M6H 3C2 Tel: (416) 516-1616 Email: info@fizzicalfizzicks.com www.fizzicalfizzicks.com
The Distillery Historic District, 46 Gristmill Lane Toronto, ON M5A 3C4 Tel: (416) 366-3000 Email: info@inuitart.com www.inuitart.com
125 Bathurst Street Toronto, ON M5V 2R2 Tel: (416) 504-8249 Email: education@factorytheatre.ca www.factorytheatre.ca
Gallery Indigena
Far Enough Farm - Centreville
Focus UP - Improvisation / Stage Combat
84 Advance Road Toronto, ON M8Z 2T7 Tel: (416) 234-2345 Email: info@centreisland.ca www.centreisland.ca
201 - 5 Claxton Boulevard Toronto, ON M6C 1L6 Tel: (844) FOCUSUP (302-8787) Email: info@focusupcreativity.com www.focusupcreativity.com
1111 Queen’s Park Toronto, ON M5S 2C7 Tel: (416) 586 - 8080 Fax: (416) 586 - 8085 Email: mail@gardinermuseum.com www.gardinermuseum.on.ca
Fashion Fest Toronto
Fort York National Historic Site
Gibraltor Point Lighthouse
348 Ryding Avenue, Suite 201 Toronto, ON M6N 1H5 Tel: (514) 876-1499 Fax: (514) 875-6700 Email: cdurivage@sensationmode.com www.sensationmode.com
250 Fort York Boulevard Toronto, ON M5V 3K9 Tel: (416) 392-6907 Email: fortyork@toronto.ca
Jack Layton Ferry Terminal Toronto, ON M5V 2X3
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Gardiner Museum
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Experience our worldrenowned collection and get hands-on with clay.
• JK to Grade 12 • Full & Half-Day Programs • Curriculum Connections: Visual Arts, Social Studies, First Peoples, Environmental Education, Language, and more! • Starting at less than $10 per student 111 Queen’s Park, Toronto 416.586.8080
GARDINER MUSEUM
Celebrating the Art of Clay. The Gardiner Museum offers students the opportunity to unplug and have a unique hands-on art experience led by a professional Artist Educator. The Museum’s renowned collection of ceramics from around the world brings topics in art, history, the environment, and Aboriginal studies to life, and provides inspiration for art projects that encourage students to express their creativity, develop new skills, and get their hands dirty. Choose from ten themed experiences including Medieval Gargoyles, Dragons & Fantastic Beasts, Early Societies of the Ancient Americas, and First Peoples of North America, or customize your program according to a specific project or theme. With so many possibilities, the Gardiner is the perfect destination for an engaging school visit that combines guided learning with hands-on creative exploration. For more information and to book, visit gardinermuseum.com/schools.
Choose from a variety of Ontario curriculumbased, interactive education programs for all grade levels - including ESL - designed to enhance learning about parliament. Program activities include taking part in a mock debate, watching the Legislature in action, understanding active citizenship or appreciating the art and architecture of the historic Legislative Building – pick the one that best suits your class! Outreach program to schools also available.
OntariO
Minimum group size: 10
Maximum group size: 100
Length: 90 minutes Subject Areas: Social Studies, Other
LegisLative assembLy Learning about parliament & government made fun – free!
toronto@madscience.on.ca
Contact: tourbookings@ola.org or 416-325-0061 Website: https://www.ola.org/en/visit-learn Location: Queen’s Park - University/College Aves., Toronto
Mad Science of Toronto Mad Science has been introducing children to the wonders of science for over 23 years in the Greater Toronto Area! From entertaining educational programs to educational entertainment, Mad Science of Toronto sparks imaginative learning in children everywhere!
In-Class Workshops - Camp Programs Daycare and Library Workshops Birthday Parties - Corporate Events
#14-1170 Sheppard Ave. West Toronto, ON M3K 2A3
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All Mad Science programs are presented at your location by highly-trained professional Instructors equipped with awe-inspiring science activities and experiments. We come directly to you!
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We cater to Kindergarten and school-age children.
416-630-5282 www.toronto.madscience.org toronto@madscience.on.ca
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WHERE COMES TO LIFE!
Casa Loma is one of Toronto’s premier historic attractions. Casa Loma offers students an opportunity to step back in time to a bygone era and learn about life in the early 20th century. ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS Our guided group tours connect students to the concepts of historical thinking through interactive experiences. Each tour is targeted to a group’s specific age range and curriculum requirements. GRADES
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Guided Tours include:
Medieval Studies (grade 4); Pre/Post WW1 tour (grade 10); Hollywood Tour (all grades); Architecture Tour (all grades); Business Case Study of Casa Loma (grades 9-12); Lost Jewels Tour (JK-2); and General History Tours geared to the curriculum in your grade (all grades). We also offer a very special Holiday Program for schools during the month of December.
1 Austin Terrace, Toronto, ON M5R 1X8 T: 416.923.1171 F: 416.923.5734 E: info@casaloma.ca CASALOMA.CA
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Casa Loma Casa Loma – where learning comes to life. Casa Loma is one of Toronto’s premier historic attractions. Originally home to Canadian financier, industrialist, and military officer, Sir Henry Pellatt, the castle offers students a unique and interesting way to experience and learn about the early 20th century. Casa Loma allows students to journey into the past. Our educational guided tours will connect students to the concepts of historical thinking through live interactive experience. In 1911, Sir Henry Pellatt engaged noted architect E.J. Lennox to help him realize a lifelong dream, the creation of an Edwardian castle on the top of a hill overlooking Toronto. It took 300 men nearly three years to complete the nearly to 200,000 square foot castle at a cost of $3,500,000 (at the time). Situated on five acres, Casa Loma was the largest private residence in Canada. Sir Henry Pellatt with his wife Lady Mary enjoyed Casa Loma for less than ten years before financial misfortune forced him to abandon his home. Step back into a bygone era at Casa Loma, Canada’s majestic castle. For more information on Casa Loma and our education tours please visit:
www.casaloma.ca
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Greater Toronto Gibson House Museum 5172 Yonge Street Toronto, ON M2N 5P6 Tel: (416) 395 - 7432 Email: gibsonhouse@toronto.ca
Will you answer the call of a walk with dinosaurs in the world of the Jurassic period?
Can you take part in this journey right from your classroom?
Yes! And your children will have such an opportunity. After all until now on earth there are giant birds, of which almost nothing is known and which excite the strongest research interest in kids!
Who are these unbelievable creatures? Ostriches of course! We all want for our kids to receive not only book, but practical point of view of the diverse planet, on which we live. Because the direct and tactile exposure to the animal kingdom, makes children kind, compassionate and responsible but also awakens the desire to patronize and care. And perhaps, for some they will serve as an impetus to early career guidance in the field of natural sciences.
8299 Concession 2 Road West Lincoln, ON 647-988-0841 Info@ostrichland.ca www.ostrichlandontario.com
Go Tours Canada 30 Gristmill Lane Toronto, ON M5A 3C4 Tel: (416) 642-0008 Email: sales@segwayofontario.com www.gotourscanada.com
Groove School of Dance 491 Eglinton Avenue West, Suite 400 Toronto, ON M5N 1A5 Tel: (416) 901-2914 Email: angela@grooveschoolofdance.com www.grooveschoolofdance.com
Harbourfront Centre 235 Queens Quay West Toronto, ON M5J 2G8 Tel: (416) 973-4000 Fax: (416) 973-6055 Email: info@harbourfrontcentre.com www.harbourfrontcentre.com
Heritage Toronto 157 King Street East, 3rd Floor Toronto, ON M5C 1G9 Tel: (416) 338-3886 Email: info@heritagetoronto.org www.heritagetoronto.org
High Park Zoo Deer Pen Road Toronto, ON www.highparkzoo.ca
Hockey Hall of Fame 30 Yonge Street Toronto, ON M5E 1X8 Tel: (416) 360-1316 www.hhof.com
Hot Docs 333-110 Spadina Avenue Toronto, ON M5V 2K4 Tel: (416) 203-2155 Fax: (416) 203-0446 Email: info@hotdocs.ca www.hotdocs.ca
ImagineNATIVE Film & Media Arts Festival - TIFF Bell Lightbox 350 King Street West Toronto, ON M5V 3X5 Tel: (416) 585-2333 Fax: (416) 585-2313 Email: info@imaginenative.org www.imaginenative.org
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We can create a program that meets your group needs. Our programs can help your young students learn about the pulley systems used in indoor rock climbing or enjoy a day of physical education and health. We can create a program to teach your mature students about the engineering behind the sport, the science that helps the climbers stay safe or the kinesiology to discover the physiological, biomechanics, and psychological mechanisms that take place when rock climbing. SchoolDirectory.pdf
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Rock climbing is a great sport for everyone, regardless of body type, confidence, or current experience. It is a skill that can help build self-confidence as students surprise themselves at climbing higher than they expected.
We offer over 46 routes with heights varying from 10 to 37 feet.
We have six different bouldering areas, as well as simulated rock faces, chimney climbing, crack climbing, top rope, and lead climbing areas.
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OntariO Science centre The Ontario Science Centre is your field trip destination for engaging students in science education and cultivating their 21st-century skills with STEAM-focused experiences. exhibit Halls
School Programs
Explore hundreds of interactive exhibits where students can touch a tornado, make magnetic fluids dance, fly through the Milky Way, test their physical limits and more! Exhibitions open until January 6, 2019: QUANTUM: The Exhibition New Eyes on the Universe
We offer more than 30 programs directly connected to the Ontario Science and Technology Curriculum for Kindergarten to Grade 12. Choose an interactive science presentation or hands-on workshop where dynamic Science Centre educators will link curriculum to real-world situations. Or bring your students to Mars in an immersive space mission simulation in Canada’s only Challenger Learning Centre!
iMaX® Films Films are chosen for their educational value, curriculum connections and quality of science content. Combine an IMAX film with one of our school programs for the complete Science Centre experience. New for the 2018-19 school year: Pandas Oceans: Our Blue Planet Journey to Space – opens October 9, 2018
Quantum was created by the Institute for Quantum Computing at the University of Waterloo. New Eyes on the Universe is owned by SNOLAB and tour managed by Science North. Pandas © 2018 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved.® & © 2018 IMAX Corp.
Get more information, book your field trip or sign up for our Teacher eNews at
OntarioScienceCentre.ca/School
Presented by Toyota and Boeing, Journey to Space is an immersive film produced by K2 Communications and Giant Screen Films in association with the Giant Dome Theater Consortium. Additional production support and consultation was provided by The Smithsonian Institute, The Kennedy Space Center, the California Science Center and NASA.
Greater Toronto Joe Rockhead’s Indoor Rock Climbing
Just Bounce Trampoline Club Inc. 3731 Chesswood Drive Toronto, ON M3J 2P6 Tel: (416) 635-0206 Email: info@justbounce.ca www.justbounce.ca
29 Fraser Avenue Toronto, ON M6K 1Y7 Tel: (416) 538-7670 Email: info@joerockheads.com www.joerockheads.com
Legoland Discovery Centre 1 Bass Pro Mills Drive Vaughan, ON L4K 5W4 Tel: (855) 356-2150 Email: info@legolanddiscoverycentre.ca www.legolanddiscoverycentre.ca
Liberty Entertainment Group (Casa Loma) 25 British Columbia Road (Exhibition Place) Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Tel: (416) LIBERTY (542-3789) Fax: (416) 260-0598 Email: info@libertygroup.com www.libertygroup.com
Mackenzie House Museum 82 Bond Street Toronto, ON M5B 1X2 Tel: (416) 392-6915 Email: machouse@toronto.ca
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The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery Canada’s leading non-collecting, public art gallery dedicated exclusively to contemporary visual art from Canada and the world. Located at Harbourfront Centre, the heat of Toronto's waterfront, the gallery offers an array of family programs including guided tours for K-12 from October through May 2018 and FREE semi-monthly Power Kids art workshops for children ages 7 to 12. Book your tour or RSVP for Power Kids today at (416) 973- 4949 or info@thepowerplant.org. GTADirectoryAd.pdf
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STEAMLabs offers a number of tech themed field trips for all grade levels at our downtown makerspace! All sessions include a project-based activity to stimulate learning in a fun environment.
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#14 - 1170 Sheppard Avenue West Toronto, ON M3K 2A3 Tel: (416) 630-5282 Email: toronto@madscience.on.ca www.toronto.madscience.org
Mariposa Cruises Box 101, Suite 425, 207 Queens Quay West Toronto, ON M5J 1A7 Tel: (416) 203-0178 Fax: (416) 203-6627 Email: reservations@mariposacruises.com www.mariposacruises.com
Massey Hall 178 Victoria Street Toronto, ON M5B 1T7 Tel: (416) 872-4255 Email: contactus@mh-rth.com www.masseyhall.com
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament 10 Dufferin Street Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Tel: (888) WE JOUST (935-6878) Email: toronto@medievaltimes.com www.medievaltimes.com
Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre 750 Spadina Avenue Toronto, ON M5S 2J2 Tel: (416) 924-6211 Email: info@mnjcc.org www.mnjcc.org
Montgomery’s Inn 4709 Dundas Street West Toronto, ON M9A 1A8 Tel: (416) 394-8113 Email: montinn@toronto.ca
MZTV Museum of Television 64 Jefferson Avenue Toronto, ON M6K 1Y4 Tel: (416) 599-7339 Email: mztv@mztv.com www.mztv.com
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“The active participation aboard the pirate ship meant young pirates were busy and having fun... As a teacher and a mom, I recommend this adventure.”
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At Pirate Life, children explore history and the arts through an educational and interactive performance. They will be encouraged to act, do, and discover their voice. Come sail with us May to October on Toronto Island
Find out more at 416 476 3836 or PirateLife.ca
Pirate Life sunken treasure aboard Join the crew and search for the Island Rogue! Toronto’s 50-foot pirate ship We also book birthday parties, and private and corporate events!
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BOOK YOUR SCHOOL TRIP NOW FOR 2018/19 NOW BOOKING GROUPS UNTIL SEPT 1, 2019
THE REMARKABLE TRUE STORY COME FROM AWAY Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Musical Staging by Kelly Devine Directed by Christopher Ashley
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Greater Toronto Neighbour Note
Purina PawsWay
Roy Thomson Hall
291A Jane Street Toronto, ON M6S 3Z3 Tel: (416) 533-7791 Email: info2neighbournote.ca www.neighbournote.ca
245 Queens Quay West Toronto, ON M5J 2K9 Tel: (416) 360-PAWS (7297) Email: info@pawsway.ca www.pawsway.ca
60 Simcoe Street Toronto, ON M5J 2H5 Tel: (416) 872-4255 Email: contactus@mh-rth.com www.roythomsonhall.com
Ontario Heritage Trust
Redpath Sugar Museum
Royal Ontario Museum
10 Adelaide Street East Toronto, ON M5C 1J3 Tel: (416) 325-5000 Fax: (416) 325-5071 Email: programs@heritagetrust.om.ca www.heritagetrust.om.ca
95 Queens Quay East Toronto, ON M5E 1A3 Tel: (416) 366-3561 Fax: (416) 366-7550 Email: richard.feltoe@asr-group.com www.redpathsugar.com
100 Queen’s Park Toronto, ON M5S 2C6 Tel: (416) 586-8000 Email: info@rom.on.ca www.rom.on.ca/en/learn/school-visitsrom. on.ca
Ontario’s Parliament Building
REEL Canada
Ryerson Image Centre
Queen’s Park Toronto, ON M7A 1A2 Tel: (416) 325-0061 Fax: (416) 325-7489 Email: tourbookings@ontla.ola.org www.discoveryportal.ontla.on.ca
720 Bathurst Street, Suite 504 Toronto, ON M5S 2R4 Tel: (416) 642-5796 Fax: (647) 557-2111 Email: contactus@reelcanada.ca www.reelcanada.ca
33 Gould Street Toronto, ON M5B 2K3 Tel: (416) 979-5164 Email: ric@ryerson.ca www.ryerson.ca/ric
Ontario Science Centre
Ricoh Coliseum
770 Don Mills Road Toronto, ON M3C 1T3 Tel: (416) 696-3140 Email: schoolbookings@ ontariosciencecentre.ca ontariosciencecentre.ca/teachersstudents
45 Manitoba Drive Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Tel: (416) 263-3900 Fax: (416) 263-3901 www.ricohcoliseum.com
1007 Brimley Road Toronto, ON M1P 3E8 Tel: (416) 338-8807 Email: shm@toronto.ca
Pawsitively Pets
288 Bremner Boulevard Toronto, ON M5V 3L9 Tel: (647) 351-FISH (3474) Email: tgservices@ripleys.com www.ripleysaquariumofcanada.com
125 Brentcliffe Road, 2nd Floor Toronto, ON M4G 3Y7 Tel: (416) 901-4776 Email: info@pawsitivelypetskidscamp.com www.pawsitivelypetskidscamp.com
Pirate’s Life 18 Avenue of the Island Toronto, ON M5J 2W2 Tel: (416) 476-3836 Email: crew@piratelife.ca www.piratelife.ca
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Riverdale Farm 210 Winchester Street Toronto, ON M4X 1B8 Tel: (416) 392-6794 Email: farm@toronto.ca
Scarborough Museum
Schools Out Tours 8 Hillcrest Avenue Charlottetown, PE C1A 2M1 Tel: (877) 955-2244 Email: info@schoolsouttours.ca www.schoolsouttours.ca
Sky Zone Trampoline Park 45 Esander Drive, Unit 1A Toronto, ON M4G 4C5 Tel: (416) 421-4567 Email: Toronto.sales@skyzone.com www.skyzone.ca
Rogers Centre
South Simcoe Railway Heritage Corporation
One Blue Jays Way Toronto, ON M5V 1J1 Tel: (416) 341-1000 Fax: (416) 341-1103 www.rogerscentre.com
P.O. Box 186 Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0 Tel: (905) 936-5815 Email: info@southsimcoerailway.ca www.southsimcoerailway.ca
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260 Adelaide Street East, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 1N1 info@TOs1stPO.com 416-865-1833 www.TownofYork.com
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a museum and National Historic Site, in the heart of Toronto’s Old Town neighbourhood. Discover the 10 original blocks of the Town of York and early Toronto. Affordable, hands-on programs are adapted to meet the needs and interest of your group, and can be combined with a visit to St. Lawrence Market and other nearby attractions.
It's a great trip that the students enjoy and look forward to each year. The trip runs itself. Friendly service. Easy. Not weather-dependent. Good food. Well organized, good communication, kids had fun.
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Playdium Lite Arcade Full restaurant Private party rooms
Suitable for all ages Affordable Accommodates large groups Weather proof Well organized
830 Laurentian Dr. Burlington, ON burlington@splitsville.ca
191 Marycroft Ave Woodbridge, ON woodbridge@splitsville.ca
905.333.6570
905.856.3110
TEAMS, YOUTH GROUPS, AND SCHOOLS Kids and teens love to have fun, and there’s no place better than Splitsville to learn cooperation and leadership skills while having a blast! Whether it’s a field trip, an end of school or end of season party, or just a team/class celebration, your event will be a success at Splitsville! Contact your nearest Splitsville location to speak with one of our event planners.
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Treetop Trekking Stouffville & Treewalk Village Treetop Trekking Stouffville, located in the stunning Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area, is the perfect location for your next class trip. We can accommodate groups of any size or age! Our three-hour aerial game and zip-lining trek is an excellent, fun, and challenging activity for anyone nine years and older. Treetop Trekking Stouffville is also home to Treewalk Village, our all-ages play area! Providing fun for any age through a series of nets, tree houses, slides and tunnels! We also offer team building, GPS rallies, and night climbs! Team building and GPS rallies can be added to your climb offering a full day of learning and working together both in the trees and on the ground. With an experienced and passionate team of guides to help you navigate your way through the courses, you are sure to have a blast in an exceptionally safe and exhilarating way!
Greater Toronto Spadina Museum: Historic House & Gardens 285 Spadina Road Toronto, ON M5R 2V5 Tel: (416) 392-6910 Email: spadina@toronto.ca
St. Lawrence Market
Steamlabs
92 - 95 Front Street East Toronto, ON M5E 1C3 Tel: (416) 392-7219 www.stlawrencemarket.com
49 Cameron Street or Unit 1, 192 Spadina Avenue Toronto, ON M5T 2C2 Tel: (647) 885-9127 Email: info@steamlabs.ca www.steamlabs.ca
TD Gallery of Inuit Art 79 Wellington Street West (TD Centre) Toronto, ON M5J 2Z9 Tel: (416) 599-5321 www.art.td.com
Textile Museum of Canada 55 Centre Avenue Toronto, ON M5G 2H5 Tel: (416) 599-5321 Email: info@textilemuseum.ca www.textilemuseum.ca
The Circus Academy 1300 Gerrard Street East Toronto, ON M4L 1Y7 Tel: (647) 748-6030 Email: info@circusacademy.ca www.centreofgravity.ca
The Distillery Historic District 9 Trinity Street Toronto, ON M5A 3C4 Tel: (416) 364-1177 Email: info@thedistillerydistrict.com www.thedistillerydistrict.com
The Haunted Walk of Toronto
Rock climbing is a great teacher. It can teach us about how to use our bodies, how to work with one another, how the physics work within the gear and equipment we use, and above all, how to achieve and accomplish in life. With our indoor climbing program, students can learn about physical movement, teamwork, the mechanics of physics and fear management. Students will get hands-on experience, learn new skills and challenge themselves beyond their expectations. True North Climbing has over 12,000 sq/ft of space and 100s of climbs; our facility is home to some of the best and safest indoor climbing you’ll find anywhere. True North Climbing 416 398 7625
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305A - 56 The Esplanade Toronto, ON M5E 1A7 Tel: (416) 238-1473 Email: toronto@hauntedwalk.com www.hauntedwalk.com
The International Festival of Authors (IFOA) Harbourfront Centre 235 Queens Quay West Toronto, ON M5J 2G8 Tel: (416) 973-4760 Fax: (416) 954-4323 Email: info@ifoa.org www.ifoa.org
The Market Gallery 2nd Floor, South St. Lawrence Market, 95 Front Street East Toronto, ON M5E 1C2 Tel: (416) 392-7604 Fax: (416) 392-0572 Email: marketgallery@toronto.ca
The PATH Downtown underground shopping complex Toronto, ON www.torontopath.com
Treetop Trekking, located in the beautiful Heart Lake Conservation Area, is the perfect
topics like communication, adaptability, teamwork, and trust. The GPS rally equips participants with their own GPS where they are given the task of finding varying waypoints hidden throughout the forest with a series of fun riddles and challenges to be solved — it’s like a treasure hunt in the forest! New to the park this season is the Red-Tailed Hawk observation deck that weaves above and below the aerial game courses, offering spectacular views of the forest canopy and lakeside. With an experienced and passionate team of guides to help you navigate your way through the courses, you are sure to have a blast in an exceptionally safe and exhilarating way! With something for everyone, Treetop Trekking is a fantastic activity.
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activity for large groups (ages nine and up). Groups of all sizes can enjoy a day of zip-lining and aerial game
challenges! Treetop Trekking Brampton is also home to
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you soaring right over the stunning waters of Heart Lake! Additionally, we also offer team building, GPS rallies
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Young People’s Theatre (YPT) is the oldest professional theatre company in Toronto and is a national producer and presenter of theatre for young audiences - the first and largest of its kind in Canada. Over the past 51 years YPT has staged many of the most important plays that form the canon of work for youth in this country.
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Greater Toronto The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery
Toronto Botanical Garden
Toronto Rock Lacrosse Club
231 Queens Quay West Toronto, ON M5J 2G8 Tel: (416) 973-4949 Email: info@thepowerplant.org www.thepowerplant.org
777 Lawrence Avenue East Toronto, ON M3C 1P2 Tel: (416) 397-1341 Fax: (416) 397-1354 Email: info@torontobotanicalgarden.ca www.torontobotanicalgarden.ca
1132 Invicta Drive, Second Floor Oakville, ON L6H 6G1 Tel: (416) 596-3075 Fax: (905) 339-3473 Email: info@torontorock.com www.torontorock.com
The Pottery
Toronto Circus Centre Inc.
Toronto Symphony Orchestra
498 Runnymede Road Toronto, ON M6S 2Z5 Tel: (416) 690-9475 Email: paul@thepottery.ca www.thepottery.ca
1630 Danforth Avenue, P.O. Box 72079 Toronto, ON M4C 0A1 Tel: (416) 433-7731 Email: info@torontocircuscentre.com www.torontocircuscentre.com
212 King Street West Toronto, ON M5H 1K5 Tel: (416) 598-5386 Email: www.studentconcerts@tso.ca www.tso.ca
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
Toronto Dance Theatre
Toronto Zoo
39 Manitoba Drive, Exhibition Place Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Tel: (416) 263-3400 Email: info@royalfair.org www.royalfair.org
80 Winchester Street Toronto, ON M4X 1B2 Tel: (416) 967-1365 Fax: (416) 967-4379 Email: info@tdt.org www.tdt.org
2000 Meadowvale Road Toronto, ON M1B 5K7 Tel: (416) 392 - 5929 Email: schools@torontozoo.ca www.torontozoo.ca
Toronto Design Offsite Festival
17 Morewood Crescent, Suite L North York, ON M2K 1L8 Tel: (416) 818-5661 Email: info@ukulelekids.org www.ukulelekids.org
The Second City Training Centre 99 Blue Jays Way, 3rd Floor Toronto, ON M5V 9G9 Tel: (416) 340-7270 Email: mkowalski@secondcity.com www.secondcity.com
Thornhill Outdoor Education Campus 7015 Leslie Street Thornhill, ON L3T 6L6 Tel: (905) 731-CAMP (2267) Email: outdoored@adventurevalley.ca www.gtaoutdoored.com
TIFF Kids International Film Festival
1214 Queen Street West, Suite 203 Toronto, ON M6K 1K6 Tel: (647) 309-5494 Email: hello@todesignoffsite.com www.todesignoffsite.com
Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) TIFF Bell Lightbox, Reitman Square, 350 King Street West Toronto, ON M5V 3X5 Tel: (416) 599-TIFF (8433) Email: customerrelations@tiff.net www.tiff.net
TIFF Bell Lightbox, Reitman Square, 350 King Street West Toronto, ON M5V 3X5 Tel: (416) 599-TIFF (8433) Email: customerrelations@tiff.net www.tiff.net/festivals/tiffkidsfestival
Toronto Island Park
Time · Travel · Trail Adventure!
Toronto Just For Laughs Festival
305A - 56 The Esplanade Toronto, ON M5E 1A7 Tel: (416) 238-1473 Email: toronto@hauntedwalk.com www.timetraveltrail.com
33 Bloor Street East, Suite 807 Toronto, ON M4W 3T4 Tel: (514) 845-3155 Fax: (416) 920-7408 Email: info@hahaha.com www.hahaha.com
Todmorden Mills Heritage Site 67 Pottery Road Toronto, ON M4K 2B9 Tel: (416) 396-2819 Email: todmorden@toronto.ca
Tommy Thompson Park 1 Leslie Street Toronto, ON M4M 3M2 Tel: (416) 667-6295 Email: vservices@trca.on.ca www.tommythompsonpark.ca/education
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Jack Layton Ferry Terminal Toronto, ON Tel: (416) 397-BOAT (2628) Email: parks@toronto.ca www.torontoisland.com
Toronto Music Garden 475 Queens Quay West Toronto, ON M5J 2G8 Tel: (416) 338-0338 www.harbourfrontcentre.com
Toronto Railway Museum 255 Bremner Boulevard, Unit 15 Toronto, ON M5V 3M9 Tel: (416) 214-9229 Email: info@torontorailwaymuseum.com www.torontorailwaymuseum.com
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Walk T.O. 88 Northcote Avenue Toronto, ON M6J 3K3 Email: tours@walkto.ca www.walkto.ca
York Museum 2694 Eglinton Avenue West Toronto, ON M6M 1V1 Tel: (416) 394-2759 Fax: (416) 394-2803 Email: yorkmuseum@toronto.ca
York University, Faculty of Science 4700 Keele Street Toronto, ON M3J 1P3 Tel: (416) 736-2100 Email: sciquest@yorku.ca www.science.yorku.ca
Young Peoples Theatre 165 Front Street East Toronto, ON M5A 3Z4 Tel: (416) 862-2222 Email: boxoffice@youngpeoplestheatre.ca www.youngpeoplestheatre.ca
Zion Schoolhouse 1091 Finch Avenue East Toronto, ON M2J 2X3 Tel: (416) 395-7435 Email: zionschool@toronto.ca
Durham Region Brooks Farm 122 Ashworth Road Mount Albert, ON L0G 1M0 Tel: (905) 473-3246 Email: info@brooksfarm.com www.brooksfarm.com
Camp Robin Hood & The Robin Hood Leadership Centre
Located less than 70km from Downtown Toronto, Lakeridge Resort nestled in the beautiful Oak Ridges Moraine offers year-round fun for everyone. Skiing and Snowboarding is for everyone of all ages! Featuring 23 runs spread over 70 acres, we offer a wide range of trails for skiers and snowboarders, from novice to expert, including mogul runs, banked slalom run, 3 dedicated snowboard terrain parks, fun park, snowcross run and a separate snow tubing park which provides fun for everyone young or old. We are your first choice for beginners to experts whether you ski, snowboard, snow tube or mountain bike. School Team Building programs are offered in Spring & Fall. 790 Chalk Lake Road (off Lakeridge Road / Durham 23) Uxbridge, Ontario, L9P 1R4
Toll free from Toronto: 905-686-3607 Local: 905-649-2058 Snow Hotline: 905-649-2058 Email: info@ski-lakeridge.com
Lakeridge Experiential Education Facility video clip: ski-lakeridge.com/education/team-building/l-e-e-f-activities-offered
P.O. Box 10034 RPO Yonge & Finch Toronto, ON M2N 0B6 Tel: (416) 736-4443 Fax: (905) 640-3450 Email: office@camprobinhood.ca www.camprobinhood.ca/school-programs
Champions of History – Early Societies Programs & Stage Combat 201 - 5 Claxton Boulevard Toronto, ON M6C 1L6 Tel: (844) FOCUSUP (302-8787) Email: info@championsofhistory.com www.championsofhistory.com
Cineplex - Education Cinema & More Various locations Tel: 800-313-4461 Email: groupsales@cineplex.com www.cineplex.com/groupsales
Forsythe Family Farms 2009 Inc. Get Outside! Explore your foods journey from farm to fork.
Forsythe Family Farms
2009 Inc.
Strengthening their foundations for a healthy future! Fully guided school tours for preschool to grade 8 - May to December
forsythefamilyfarmtours@gmail.com
For over 28 years we’ve strived to engage children’s curiosity while exploring our farm. We offer a variety of school tour programs that incorporate agriculture and nature to help children gain an understanding of where their food and the products they use every day come from.
The best lessons are those learned on the land. All our tours are: • Curriculum connected for science, language, health and physical education • Learning by doing – Inquiry based, interactive, hands on and age appropriate • Fully guided • Fun – we all need some
Contact Leslie or Kemayla at 905-887-1086 Email us at: forsythefamilyfarmtours@gmail.com Check us out at: www.forsythefamilyfarms.com
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Toronto Symphony Orchestra
HOW TO ORDER SEATS Please visit TSO.CA/SchoolConcerts to complete the online order form.
The Adizokan Suite
Intermediate/ Senior concert
February 25-28, 2019 Suitable for grades 4–8
October 30-31, 2018 April 30, 2019
Simon Rivard, Resident Conductor Kevin Frank, host
Suitable for grades 7–12
Co-production with the National Arts Centre Orchestra
Gary Kulesha, conductor Simon Rivard, Resident Conductor Red Sky Performance Nelson Tagoona, throat boxer Celebrate the evocative culture of Indigenous peoples in this unique concert created in partnership with Red Sky Performance, and its founder and artistic director, Sandra Laronde. Featuring Indigenous artists, the Suite is based on Eliot Britton’s Adizokan, which was commissioned and premièred by the TSO in October 2017. You won’t want to miss this genre-bending combination of Indigenous vocals, electro-acoustic, orchestral music, dance, and film!
Let’s Dance!
Play It by Ear!
Junior/ Intermediate concert
No two performances will be the same in this laughout-loud interactive concert about improvisation! Featuring Second City alumni, and hosted by Kevin Frank, this delightfully funny show demonstrates improvisatory techniques and includes performances of well-known orchestral works that were created through improvisation. Each concert promises to be one of a kind!
Primary concert
April 23-25*, 2019 Suitable for grades K–4
Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser, conductor Be inspired by dance styles from around the world. This high-energy concert features music that will be sure to make you move to the beat! Students will be dancing in their seats as they watch the amazing artistry, expression, and athleticism of dancers live on stage with the TSO. Get ready to boogie!
*April 25 includes an afternoon concert in French, Alors on danse!
COST PER SEAT: $9.00 (tax included) for a morning concert, $8.50 (tax included) for an afternoon concert If you have any questions about School Concerts, please contact us at schoolconcerts@TSO.CA or call 416.598.5386.
Durham Region Claremont Nature Centre - TRCA 4290 Westney Road North Pickering, ON L1Y 1A2 Tel: (416) 667-6295 x 4 Email: vservices@trca.on.ca www.trca.ca/cnc
Earthbound Kids
Kids Zone Indoor Party and Play Centre is the perfect venue for a safe and active school outing. We offer great rates and unlimited play time in a peanut aware facility with secure entry.
Voted 1 for Children’s Play in Durham Parent
Magazine.
Forsythe Family Farm Tours 1025 Cragg Road Uxbridge, ON L9P 1R3 Tel: (905) 887-1086 Email: forsythefamilyfarmtours@gmail.com www.forsythefamilyfarms.com
Focus UP – Improvisation/ Stage Combat
Large climbing structure with multiple levels of tubes, bridges and slides to explore.
201 - 5 Claxton Boulevard Toronto, ON M6C 1L6 Tel: (844) FOCUSUP (302-8787) Email: info@focusupcreativity.com www.focusupcreativity.com
Assortment of arcade redemption games and prizes.
Ganaraska Forest Centre
Variety of kiddie rides.
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155 Uxbridge-Pickering Townline Pickering, ON L4A 7X4 Tel: (905) 642-6087 Email: info@earthboundkids.ca www.earthboundkids.ca
Snack bar featuring fresh delicious made in house pizza. Private group rooms are available for children to eat lunch. 12 Stanley Court Whitby ON L1N 8P9 905-666-5437 kidszonedurham.ca e: kidszonewhitby@gmail.com
10585 Cold Springs Camp Road Campbellcroft, ON L0A 1B0 Tel: (905) 797-2721 Fax: (905) 797-2545 Email: education@grca.on.ca www.ganaraskaforestcentre.ca
General Motors Centre 99 Athol Street East Oshawa, ON L1H 1J8 Tel: (905) 438-8881 Email: groupsales@generalmotorscentre.com www.generalmotorscentre.com
Leaskdale Manse National Historic Site
Home of Lucy Maud Montgomery 1911 to 1926 Author of Anne of Green Gables
lucymaudmontgomery.ca 905-862-0808 | Leaskdale, ON
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Join the Leaskdale Manse National Historic Site in Leaskdale, an easy trip from anywhere in the GTA, to see the author’s first “home of her own”. Fully restored and accurate to Montgomery’s time, your visit to this National Historic Site also includes a tour of the Historic Leaskdale Church where Lucy Maud attended with her husband. Tours are fully customizable.
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Durham Region National Air Force Museum of Canada 220 RCAF Road, P.O. Box 1000, 8 Wing/CFB Trenton, ON K0K 3W0 Tel: (613) 965-3874 Email: education@airforcemuseum.ca www.airforcemuseum.ca
WindReach Farm
York-Durham Heritage Railway
312 Townline Road Ashburn, ON L0B 1A0 Tel: (905) 655-5827 Email: info@windreachfarm.org www.windreachfarm.org
19 Railway Street Uxbridge, ON L9P 1E5 Tel: (905) 852-3696 Fax: (905) 852-5192 Email: ydhr@ydhr.ca www.ydhr.ca
Oshawa Community Museum 1450 Simcoe Street South (Lakeview Park) Oshawa, ON L1H 8S8 Tel: (905) 436-7624 Email: programming@oshawamuseum.org www.oshawamuseum.org
Oshawa Zoo And Fun Farm 3441 Grandview Street North Oshawa, ON L1H 8L7 Tel: (905) 655-5236 www.oshawazoo.ca
Putting Edge - Whitby Entertainment Centrum 75 Consumers Drive Whitby, ON L1N 9S2 Tel: (905) 430-3206 Email: info@puttingedge.com www.puttingedge.com
Station Gallery 1450 Henry Street Whitby, ON L1N 0A8 Tel: (905) 668-4185 Fax: (905) 668-1934 Email: art@whitbystationgallery.com www.whitbystationgallery.com
Treetop Eco-Adventure Park 53 Snow Ridge Court Oshawa, ON L1H 7K4 Tel: (905) 655-1113 Fax: (905) 430-8364 Email: info@treetopeco-adventurepark.com www.treetopeco-adventurepark.com
Uxbridge Historical Centre 7239 Concession Road 6, P.O. Box 1301 Uxbridge, ON L9P 1N5 Tel: (905) 852-5854 Email: museum@town.uxbridge.on.ca www.uxbridgehistoricalcentre.com/ education.html
Willowtree Farm 975 Regional Road 21 Port Perry, ON L9L 1B5 Tel: (905) 985-4973 Email: info@willowtreefarm.ca www.willowtreefarm.ca
As the largest pioneer village in Durham, Pickering Museum Village offers a one-of-a-kind experience to its guests. Take a trip back in time and visit heritage buildings from the 19th century such as a blacksmith shop, inn, and general store. Explore the village on your own or with a costumed guide. Come watch one of the dramatic plays or participate in funfilled events. There is so much for students to discover at the Pickering Museum Village. Learning about history in Pickering and the GTA has never been more fun. Passionate staff members provide hands-on activities for a variety of learning levels — from pre-school through high school. School tours and heritage-to-go programs are available yearround, on-site and in the classroom.
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Halton Region African Lion Safari 1386 Cooper Road Cambridge, ON N1R 5S2 Tel: (519) 623-2620 Fax: (519) 623-9542 Email: admin@lionsafari.com www.lionsafari.com
113 Grand River Street North Paris, Ontario N3L 2M4
1-888-258-0441
grand-experiences.com
Aerosports Trampoline Parks Oakville 2679 Bristol Circle Oakville, ON L6H 6C6 Tel: (905) 829-2989 Email: jamie.kozub@gmail.com www.aerosportspark.ca/oakville
Andrews Scenic Acres
Grand Experiences Take a guided-trip through the waters of Southern Ontario with Grand Experiences Outdoor Adventure Company. Paddle in canoes, kayaks, rafts, or historical voyageur canoes, through a Canadian heritage river or one of two biosphere reserves. We have curriculum-based trips for physical education, natural science, history, outdoor education, aboriginal studies, and other subjects. We have a full list of specialized youth trips from hiking and learning to paddling & exploring. We also have cycling and hiking trips through Trans Canada trails, Mennonite Country, and more.
9365 10th Sideroad Milton, ON L9T 2X9 Tel: (905) 878-5807 Fax: (905) 878-4997 Email: tours@andrewssenicacres.com www.andrewsscenicacres.com
Art Gallery of Burlington 1333 Lakeshore Road Burlington, ON L7S 1A9 Tel: (905) 632-7796 Email: danielle@agb.life www.agb.life
Art Gallery of Hamilton 123 King Street West Hamilton, ON L8P 4S8 Tel: (905) 527-6610 Fax: (905) 577-6940 Email: info@artgalleryofhamilton.com www.artgalleryofhamilton.com
All our guides are Paddle Canada certified – the national standard in canoeing – and can help others get their certification from beginner up to instructor level. We can help you plan a day trip or a fully-equipped overnighter. Visit us online at grand-experiences.com or call 1-888-258-0441 to book your trip today.
Farm Tours Wagon Rides
Animal Corral Playground
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Mattamy National Cycling Centre 2015 Pan Am Boulevard Milton, ON L9E 0K7
T: 905-875-5398 www.mattamynationalcyclingcentre.ca
School Cycling Trips to the Velodrome! The National Cycling Institute Milton (NCIM), located at the Mattamy National Cycling Centre in Milton Ontario offers a range of school trips for students 10-19 years old. Choosing from either one day or multiple session visits, these school trips introduce young athletes to the exhilarating world of track cycling on the banks of the velodrome. The single session, Try the Track class gives young riders an introductory taste for the thrill of riding the track, while the multiple session program will allow riders a chance to delve into the multifaceted sport of track cycling. These structured cycling sessions, led by a qualified coach, offer riders the chance to develop real world fundamentals that will help them in everything from commuting to competition. This is an exciting opportunity for students to experience cycling on a World Class facility. Rental track bikes are included, as well as helmets, although riders are encouraged to bring their own helmets. The NCIM invites you to bring your students to ride the track at the Mattamy National Cycling Centre for a fun and memorable experience.
About the NICM: The National Cycling Institute Milton (NCIM) is a not for profit corporation formed to advance cycling in Milton and across Canada. The NCIM operates the track cycling programs at the Mattamy National Cycling Centre (MNCC), which includes a range of youth programing both race focused and recreational. The NCIM also engages in youth outreach cycling programs such as these school trips in order to build a strong base of cycling participants in Canada.
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NOT YOUR TRADITIONAL CLASSROOM Aspire Climbing’s programs are developmental to guide participants through, the fun, fitness and problem solving that comes naturally in rock climbing. It’s a journey of gaining selfawareness and self-confidence that’s inherit with the challenges and successes experienced through progression in climbing. Learning to overcome fears and how to take risks is a healthy part of life; at Aspire Climbing we provide the facility and the programs where your students have the opportunity to climb outside their comfort zone all while building selfesteem, fitness and character. We combine rock climbing with obstacle racing to challenge and inspire every participant. Students will experience increased body awareness, sharpened motor skills and coordination for healthy growth. A great practice for everyday life… ROCK CLIMBING An exercise of the mind and body, rock climbing is not simply about making it to the top; each climb presents a new challenge to negotiate the best way to achieve success. This valuable learning is important to every child’s development. Students gain the opportunity to: test their problem-solving ability and stretch their minds; and to find creative solutions, allowing them to go further and higher. Our programs guide students through this journey, build better/smarter climbers and in return, these skills translate into how they tackle challenges in life. NINJA WARRIOR Obstacle Racing or Ninja Warrior training is an alternative form of exercise that strengthens the mind / body connection. It’s like playing on one of the most fun, yet challenging playgrounds there are. This is agility training at its best. This form of play helps the body learn proper alignment and movements necessary to stabilize, balance and control dynamic movement. Students participating in Ninja Warrior are challenged to move in non-linear ways which engages a greater number of muscles. They are testing their response time and developing their hand-eye coordination. Our Ninja relay sets the stage
for students to focus on their strengths, while working as part of a team to complete the obstacle course. Participation in the relay is a powerful demonstration of how impactful being self aware can be and how beneficial collaboration really is. ROCK CLIMBING AND NINJA WARRIOR SUPPORT CHARACTER EDUCATION IN ACTION: Positive character attributes are highlighted, modeled and practiced by students involved in the Climbing and Ninja programs. Cooperation, Teamwork, Trust, Attitude, Self-Esteem: Active involvement in these programs inherently builds good character and contributes to the healthy development of attitudinal life skills. In climbing gyms everywhere, you will often see groups of people supporting the efforts of one person scaling the wall. Climbers help each other get to the top by encouraging each other and offering supportive direction from the ground level. Both Rock Climbing and Obstacle racing are individual sports where you set your goals and challenge yourself to push harder. The feeling of reaching your goal is intrinsically rewarding and builds on the idea that inside each of us is the power to achieve.
EXPERIENCE MORE Aspire Climbing is Milton’s indoor rock climbing and ninja warrior facility.
Aspire Climbing has provided my students with the confidence to not only try new physical activities, but to apply problem-solving skills and set goals along the way. The environment is fun, with many colourful obstacles to explore and tackle. The staff built excellent rapport with the kids and made them feel that they were safe at all times. I took grade 4-7 students to the facility, and each climbing class was adapted to suit the grade level and students involved. They provided me with a guideline to assess the students’ behavior and progression in the program which I found to be very useful. We all enjoyed ourselves very much, thank you Aspire Climbing! - S. Gardiner from Hitherfield School
School field trips or continuous education programs, contact us for more information info@aspireclimbing.ca | (905) 864-1442
Halton Region Artistic Way Ltd. 1003 Eglinton Avenue West Toronto, ON M6C 2C7 Tel: (416) 760-9027 Fax: (416) 760-9143 Email: art@artisticway.ca www.artisticway.ca
Aspire Climbing and Fitness 104 Bronte Street North, Unit 2 Milton, ON L9T 2N5 Tel: (905) 864-1442 Email: info@aspireclimbing.ca www.aspireclimbing.ca
Bronte Creek Provincial Park 1219 Burloak Drive Oakville, ON L6M 4J7 Tel: (905) 827-6911 Email: andrew.cirtwill@ontario.ca www.brontecreek.org
Champions of History – Early Societies Programs & Stage Combat 201 - 5 Claxton Boulevard Toronto, ON M6C 1L6 Tel: (844) FOCUSUP (302-8787) Email: info@championsofhistory.com www.championsofhistory.com
Cineplex - Education Cinema & More
iFly Toronto
Various locations Tel: 800-313-4461 Email: groupsales@cineplex.com www.cineplex.com/groupsales
2007 Winston Park Drive Oakville, ON L6H 6P5 Tel: (289) 795-4000 Email: info@iflytoronto.com www.iflytoronto.com
Fallsview Indoor Waterpark
Marineland Canada
5685 Falls Avenue Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6W7 Tel: (905) 374-4444 Fax: (905) 371-8349 Email: reserve@niagarafallshotels.com www.fallsviewwaterpark.com
8375 Stanley Avenue Niagara Falls, ON L2G 0C8 Tel: (905) 356-2142 Email: groupsales@marineland.ca www.marineland.ca
Focus UP – Improvisation/ Stage Combat
2596 Britannia Road West Burlington, ON L7P 0G3 Tel: (905) 336-1158 Fax: (905) 336-7014 Email: web@hrca.on.ca www.conservationhalton.ca
201 - 5 Claxton Boulevard Toronto, ON M6C 1L6 Tel: (844) FOCUSUP (302-8787) Email: info@focusupcreativity.com www.focusupcreativity.com
Mountsberg Conservation Area
Frootogo
Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory
573 Parkside Drive Waterdown, ON L8B 0G7 Tel: (905) 689-1652 Email: frootogo@cogeco.ca www.frootogo.ca
Butterfly Conservatory Niagara Parkway Niagara Falls, ON L0S 1J0 Tel: (905) 356-8119 Email: npinfo@niagaraparks.com www.niagaraparks.com
Learn from our snow pros Extend the classroom to the great outdoors and create a new learning experience for you and your students. Book your trip today, spaces fill quickly!
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Students will drum, strum and sing; demonstrate the sixthat tie in to the Ontario Curriculum including elements of music; and perform world music as a group.Canadian and World Studies, Geography, and Includes links to science, history, geography, and dance.Social Studies. We include an interactive Powerpoint Presentation, discussion and group activities and an EARLY CANADA Students will play First Nations drums,
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Halton Region Putting Edge
ONE AXE Pursuits
Town of Oakville
2085 Winston Park Oakville, ON L6H 6P5 Tel: (905) 829-8833 Email: oakville@puttingedge.com www.puttingedge.com
24 Henderson Street Elora, ON N0B 1S0 Tel: (519) 846-8888 Email: info@oneaxepursuits.com www.oneaxepursuits.com
Oakville Galleries
Sound of Music Festival
1225 Trafalgar Road Oakville, ON L6H 0H3 Tel: (905) 845-6601 Fax: (905) 815-2025 Email: serviceoakville@oakville.ca www.oakville.ca
1306 Lakeshore Road East Oakville, ON L6J 1L6 Tel: (905) 844-4402 Fax: (905) 844-7968 Email: education@oakvillegalleries.com www.oakvillegalleries.com
Burlington Downtown and Waterfront Burlington, ON L7S 1Y2 Tel: (905) 333-6364 Email: info@soundofmusic.ca www.soundofmusic.ca
Oh Canada Eh ? Dinner Theatre
1132 Invicta Drive, Second Floor Oakville, ON L6H 6G1 Tel: (416) 596-3075 Fax: (905) 339-3473 Email: info@torontorock.com www.torontorock.com
8585 Lundy’s Lane Niagara Falls, ON L2H 1H5 Tel: (905) 374-1995 www.ohcanadaeh.com
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Toronto Rock Lacrosse Club
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2018-2019
SCHOOL CURRICULUM COMPANIONpanion LET THEIR IMAGINATIONS SOAR! EXPERIENCE UNIQUE PROGRAMMING OPTIONS WITH HANDS-ON LEARNING IN: PERFORMING ARTS, STUDIO ARTS, SWIM TO SURVIVE, RECREATIONAL SKATING, YOUTH EDUCATION, HERITAGE PROGRAMS, AND MORE. ENJOY OUR STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES AND AMENITIES. PROGRAMS COMPLEMENT EXISTING CURRICULUM WITH LESSON PLANS PROVIDED. CUSTOM OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO SUIT YOUR TEACHING NEEDS. VISIT OAKVILLE.CA FOR DETAILS.>
WORKSHOPS AND SPECIALIZED TRAINING AVAILABLE FOR TEACHERS AND STUDENTS.
OAKVILLE CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Literacy, numeracy and other curricula come alive for students with the TD Learning with the Arts program. Bringing the excitement of high quality theatre, music and dance to children and providing students with inspiring and rewarding experiences that support their creative development. Geared toward elementary and secondary school curriculum.
OAKVILLE MUSEUM AT ERCHLESS ESTATE
The Oakville Museum offers both on-site and in-class education programs with specific curriculum links to a wide variety of subjects and grade levels. All of our programs are informative, fun and interactive. Private guided tours are also available year-round for groups of 10 people or more. Tours can be held after-hours and fees vary based on group size and time of day.
QUEEN ELIZABETH PARK COMMUNITY AND CULTURAL CENTRE (QEPCCC)
QEPCCC is a unique multi-purpose recreation, arts and culture facility that includes fine art, ceramics, woodworking, theatre and dance studios, as well as a gallery, museum space, aquatics centre, rock climbing wall and gymnasiums. Explore diverse exhibitions and enjoy hands-on studio experiences.
OAKVILLE YOUTH CENTRES
The Town of Oakville is recognized as a Youth Friendly Community and received Play Worksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; gold designation for its outstanding commitment to providing young people with opportunities to play, participate in, and contribute to their community. We offer unique supervised programs,as well as volunteer and leadership opportunities at our state-of-the-art facilities for youth.
OAKVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Oakville Public Library maintains and renews its facilities to support their role as vital, welcoming and supportive community hubs, places to meet, learn, create, and discover. Using the Iroquois Ridge Branch Creative Zone, participants will gain access and exposure to new technology that cultivates discovery and creativity. Visit opl.on.ca for more information.
VISIT OAKVILLE.CA FOR OTHER LOCATIONS.
Peel Region Aerosports Trampoline Parks Brampton 100 Westcreek Boulevard Brampton, ON L6T 5W3 Tel: (905) 796-2376 Email: jamie.kozub@gmail.com www.aerosportspark.ca/brampton
Art Gallery at the Rose Theatre 1 Theatre Lane Brampton, ON L6V 0A3 Tel: (905) 874- 2800 Email: roseeducation@btampton.ca www.rosetheatre.ca
Aurora Historical Society 15372 Yonge Street Aurora, ON L4G 1N8 Tel: (905) 727-8991 Email: community@aurorahs.com www.aurorahs.com
Albion Hills Field Centre - Toronto & Region Conservation Authority 16500 Peel Regional Road 50 Caledon , ON L7E 3E7 Tel: (416) 667-6295 x 4 Email: vservices@trca.on.ca www.trca.ca/ahfc
THIS YEAR, BRING SOMETHING FRESH AND WHOLESOME TO YOUR CLASSROOM. FREE, HANDS-ON LEARNING TIED TO THE ONTARIO CURRICULUM.
Alpha’s Discovery Club
Claireville Conservation Area
Unit 10 - 170 Ambassador Drive Mississauga, ON L5T 2H9 Tel: (905) 564-2511 Email: info@alphasdiscoveryclub.com www.alphasdiscoveryclub.com
Albion Road (Highway 50), North of Steeles Avenue Brampton, ON L6T 0B3 Tel: (416) 667-6295 www.trcaparks.ca
Artistic Way Ltd.
Creature Quest Inc.
1003 Eglinton Avenue West Toronto, ON M6C 2C7 Tel: (416) 760-9027 | Fax: (416) 760-9143 Email: art@artisticway.ca www.artisticway.ca
P.O. Box 102 Caledon Village, ON L7K 3L3 Tel: (416) 554-1940 Email: info@creaturequest.ca www.creaturequest.ca
Balls of Fun Inc.
Crock A Doodle - MississaugaMeadowvale
3615 Laird Road, Unit 15 and 16 Mississauga, ON L5L 5Z8 Tel: (905) 828-4386 Email: ballsoffuninfo@gmail.com www.ballsoffun.ca
Benares Historic House - Museums of Mississauga 1507 Clarkson Road North Mississauga, ON L5J 2W8 Tel: (905) 615-4860 | Fax: (905) 615-4861 Email: museums.mississauga@mississauga.ca www.museumsofmississauga.com
Donald M. Gordan Chinguacousy Park
Bradley Museum - Museums of Mississauga
Downey’s Farm Market
1620 Orr Road Mississauga, ON L5J 4T2 Tel: (905) 615-4860 | Fax: (905) 615-4861 Email: museums.mississauga@mississauga.ca www.museumsofmississauga.com
Carassauga Festival Inc. Mississauga SportZone, 5600 Rose Cherry Place, 2nd Floor Mississauga, ON L4Z 4B6 Tel: (905) 615-3010 | Fax: (905) 615-4329 Email: info@carassauga.com www.carassauga.com
Champions of History – Early Societies Programs & Stage Combat 201 - 5 Claxton Boulevard Toronto, ON M6C 1L6 Tel: (844) FOCUSUP (302-8787) Email: info@championsofhistory.com www.championsofhistory.com
Charles F. Watson Family Gardens To learn more about bringing the Dairy Education Program to your school, please contact: Dairy Education Program Dairy Farmers of Ontario e: dairyedu@milk.org t: 905-817-2176 www.education.milk.org
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5602 Tenth Line West, Unit 118 Mississauga, ON L5M 7L9 Tel: (905) 824-8428 Email: meadowvale@crockadoodle.com www.crockadoodle.com/mississaugameadowvale
Etobicoke Creek Trail Peel Village Parkway, ON www.tourismbrampton.ca
Cineplex - Education Cinema & More Various locations Tel: 800-313-4461 Email: groupsales@cineplex.com www.cineplex.com/groupsales
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9050 Bramalea Road Brampton, ON L6S 6G7 Tel: (905) 458-6555 13682 Heart Lake Road Brampton, ON L7C 2J5 Tel: (905) 838-2990 www.downeysfarm.com
Eldorado Park 8520 Creditview Road Brampton, ON Tel: (905) 874-2860 www.tourismbrampton.ca
Focus UP – Improvisation/ Stage Combat 201 - 5 Claxton Boulevard Toronto, ON M6C 1L6 Tel: (844) FOCUSUP (302-8787) Email: info@focusupcreativity.com www.focusupcreativity.com
Formula Kartways 79 Bramsteele Road Brampton, ON L6W 3K6 Tel: (905) 459-1073 Email: info@formulakartways.com www.formulakartways.com
Gage Park Main Street South & Wellington Street West Brampton, ON Tel: (905) 874-3601 www.tourismbrampton.ca
Peel Region Heritage Mississauga
Living Arts Centre
1921 Dundas Street West Mississauga, ON L5K 1R2 Tel: (905) 828-8411 | Fax: (905) 828-8176 Email: info@heritagemississauga.org www.heritagemississauga.org
4141 Living Arts Drive Mississauga, ON L5B 4B8 Tel: (905) 306-6000 Email: sara.richardson@livingarts.on.ca www.livingartscentre.ca
Historic Bovaird House
Loafer’s Lake Recreation Centre
563 Bovaird Drive East Brampton, ON L6V 3W4 Tel: (905) 874-2804 Email: bovairdhouse@yahoo.ca www.bovairdhouse.ca
30 Loafer’s Lake Brampton, ON L6Z 1X9 Tel: (905) 846-2370
Kidnetix Brampton 35 Van Kirk Drive, Unit 15 Brampton, ON L7A 1A5 Tel: (905) 459-7529 Email: play@kidnetix.ca www.kidnetix.ca
Peel Art Gallery Museum & Archives 9 Wellington Street East Brampton, ON L6W 1Y1 Tel: (905) 791-4055 | Fax: (905) 451-4931 Email: infopama@peelregion.ca www.pama.peelregion.ca
Playdium
Marineland of Canada Inc. 8375 Stanley Avenue Niagara Falls, ON L2G 0C8 Tel: (905) 356-2142 Email: marketing@marineland.ca www.marineland.ca
Ontario Centre for Classical Sport
99 Rathburn Road West Mississauga, ON L5B 4C1 Tel: (905) 273-9000 | Fax: (905) 273-4222 Email: info@playdium.com www.playdium.com
Professor’s Lake Recreation Centre 1660 North Park Drive Brampton, ON L6S 5S8 Tel: (905) 791-7751
3750B Laird Road, Unit 13 - 14 Mississauga, ON L5L 0A6 Tel: (905) 820-5151 Email: info@classicalsport.com www.classicalsport.com
One of the largest indoor playgrounds in Ontario, Kidsports is an 18,000-square-foot play haven which consists of two separate play structures, an arcade, a cafeteria, and four party rooms. • The Famous Adventure Challenge: A three-level play structure with eight slides, four fire poles, two zip lines, tunnels, tubes, foam pit, and large ball pit. It is suitable for children ages five years and over and adults too! • The Wee Challenge: A toy room and smaller play structure that is suitable for children under age five. It has a small ball pit, tubes, tunnels, and two slides! We are open every day for drop-in play and specialize in birthday parties, group events, and corporate events.
905-624-9400 info@kidsportsindoorplayground.com
We offer special group prices for schools, camps, daycares, etc. • 2 hour play only: $10.00/child +tax • 3 hour play only: $11.00/child +tax • 3 hour play with one slice of pizza and drink: $12.00/child +tax • 3 hour play with two slices of pizza and drink: $13.00/child +tax
4500 Dixie Road, Unit 8, Mississauga, ON, L4W 1V7
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Bring the story of local food into your classroom
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AgScape.ca
Robots, drones and GPS are the tools of modern agriculture
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The future of food is in your classroom With 9 billion people expected on our planet by 2040, the food industry has an exciting and vital role in feeding our growing population. Introduce your students to all the possibilities and opportunities in the innovative world of food, agriculture, the environment and health. Try something different with your class, and bring an agri-food expert in for an engaging, interactive and free lesson. Everybody is part of the food system whether they are a consumer, a farmer, a restaurant owner, a researcher or a food processing company. Our Teacher Ambassador Program™ delivers: • Engaging, interactive and free in-class lessons for Grades 7-12 • 12 topic areas • Delivered by Ontario Certified Teachers • Aligned with the Ontario curriculum
Introduce your students to the innovative world of agriculture and food. Book your free, in-class lesson with one of our Teacher Ambassadors today at AgScape.ca.
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THE ROSE EDUCATION SERIES Arts Adventures, now in its 13th year, provides educational opportunities for young people to experience live theatre that captivates, inspires, educates, and entertains. This season, Ontario curriculum-based performances highlight important topics and spark dialogue. Choose from any of the powerful productions this season, and let our stage be your classroom.
BOOK YOUR CLASS TODAY! Download an order form at rosetheatre.ca.
WHAT WE OFFER • A full season of arts education programming • Performances for all ages, all grades • Student tickets for only $9 (including tax)* • One free supervisor ticket for every 10 students • Safe and easy bus drop-off and pickup • Morning and afternoon performances
Peel Region P & P Catering
Toprock Climbing
8 Strathearn Avenue, Unit 15 Brampton, ON L6T 4L9 Tel: (905) 792-9234 Email: pandpcatering@yahoo.ca www.pandpcatering.ca
284 Orenda Road, Unit 8 Brampton, ON L6T 5S3 Tel: (905) 452-5444 Email: info@toprockclimbing.com www.toprockclimbing.ca
Rose Theatre Brampton
Toronto Ontario Temple
1 Theatre Lane Brampton, ON L6V 0A3 Tel: (905) 874- 2800 Email: roseeducation@btampton.ca www.rosetheatre.ca
10060 Bramalea Road Brampton, ON L6R 1A1
Sky Zone Trampoline Park 3636 Hawkestone Road Mississauga, ON L5C 2V2 Tel: (905) 306-9898 | Fax: (905) 306-9899 Email: Mississauga.sales@skyzone.com www.skyzone.com
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Treetop Trekking at Heart Lake Conservation Area 10818 Heart Lake Road Brampton, ON L6Z 0B3 Tel: (855) 552-0090 Email: brampton@treetoptrekking.com www.treetoptrekking.com
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Balls of Fun Ball Gym! The Ultimate
Balls of Fun is North America’s ONLY children’s ball Gym. Located in Mississauga, this 7,000-square-foot gym has two climbing structures, slides, a ball pit, gym equipment, and many balls to keep children active and busy. Our gym helps children develop coordination, confidence, and social skills. We are a perfect place to teach a gym class or just to run around and play. We change our gym equipment monthly, so your group can come often to play and learn different skills. Families and educators love coming to Balls of Fun because it is safe, clean, and fun! We also host active parties and fundraisers. Enjoy getting active together at Balls of Fun! Check out our online calendar for more information at www.ballsoffun.ca.
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Students will drum, strum and sing; demonstrate the six elements of music; and perform world music as a group. Includes links to science, history, geography, and dance. EARLY CANADA Students will play First Nations drums, chant, sing, dance, play early settlers’ songs and instruments, and use drama skills to demonstrate interactions between the two cultures. This fun workshop is powerful and memorable.
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York Region Archery Circuit 8 - 3791 Victoria Park Avenue Scarborough, ON M1W 3K6 Tel: (416) 662-8828 Email: info@archerycircuit.com www.archerycircuit.com
Artistic Way Ltd. 1003 Eglinton Avenue West Toronto, ON M6C 2C7 Tel: (416) 760-9027 Fax: (416) 760-9143 Email: art@artisticway.ca www.artisticway.ca
Aurora Historical Society 15372 Yonge Street Aurora, ON L4G 1N8 Tel: (905) 727-8991 Email: community@aurorahs.com www.aurorahs.com
Camp Robin Hood & The Robin Hood Leadership Centre
Cineplex – Education Cinema & More
P.O. Box 10034 RPO Yonge & Finch Toronto, ON M2N 0B6 Tel: (416) 736-4443 Fax: (905) 640-3450 Email: office@camprobinhood.ca www.camprobinhood.ca/school-programs
Various locations Tel: 800-313-4461 Email: groupsales@cineplex.com www.cineplex.com/groupsales
Canada’s Wonderland 9580 Jane Street Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6 Tel: (905) 832-7000 Email: soulla.lindo@canadaswoderland.com www.canadaswonderland.com
Champions of History – Early Societies Programs & Stage Combat 201 - 5 Claxton Boulevard Toronto, ON M6C 1L6 Tel: (844) FOCUSUP (302-8787) Email: info@championsofhistory.com www.championsofhistory.com
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Electric Moon Theatre Company 298 John Street, P.O. Box 87586 Thornhill, ON L3T 5W0 Tel: (416) 500-2701 Email: carrie@electricmoontheatre.com www.electricmoontheatre.com
Fitness 4 Success 10 Westcreek Drive, Unit 17 Vaughan, ON L4L 9R5 Tel: (905) 850-2008 Email: info@f4s.ca www.f4s.ca
Focus UP – Improvisation/ Stage Combat 201 - 5 Claxton Boulevard Toronto, ON M6C 1L6 Tel: (844) FOCUSUP (302-8787) Email: info@focusupcreativity.com www.focusupcreativity.com
Learning on the Land Reconnect with nature in our outdoor learning centre where education is experienced in a unique, safe, and nurturing environment. We support teachers with age appropriate curriculum linked workshops that are designed to engage kids in exploring the world around them and their role in preserving it. The Earthbound Farm features: Outdoor and indoor classrooms Field to table garden Farm animal learning & petting areas Freedom play areas Picnic and washroom facilities
Learn more about our school workshops at earthboundkids.ca
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Engineering For Kids brings STEMhands-on hands-on activities to children 4 - 14 4 years Engineering For Kids brings STEM activities to children - 14 years Engineering programs such as: Aerospace, Robotic, Marine, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Hardware, Software, Civil
ngineering programs such as: Aerospace, Robotic, Marine, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Hardware, Software, C Engineering For Kids – Toronto – York Region
Engineering For Kids – Toronto – York Region T: 416-705-7605 , Email: yorkregion@engineeringforkids.net, Web: www.enineeringforkids.com/Toronto-york-region, : www.facebook.com/engineeringforkidsofyorkregion T: 416-705-7605 , Email: yorkregion@engineeringforkids.net,
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At Engineering For Kids, we offer a variety of fun kids (4 - 14 years old) classes throughout Toronto - York Region. As a country with a growing economy, Canadian companies across the career spectrum are looking for workers with advanced skills in subjects
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and workshops are time-tested to not only engage children in science, technology, engineering, and math-related activities, but they also help build upon their normal school curriculum.
• Civil engineering
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We offer the kinds of excellent programs for kids that parents look for:
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as the future of our economy.
• PA Day Camps
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More information:
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York Region FUNtastic Forest
Kidnetix Brampton
Lionel’s Farm
14 Connie Crescent, Unit 12 Concord, ON L4K 2W8 Tel: (905) 738-6386 Email: info@funtasticforest.ca www.funtasticforest.ca
100 Bridgeland Avenue North York, ON M6A 2V1 Tel: (416) 904-2556 Email: play@kidnetix.ca www.kidnetix.ca
11714 McCowan Road Stouffville, ON L4A 7X5 Tel: (905) 640-PONY (7669) Email: lionelsfarm@andrewswireless.net www.lionelsfarm.com
Hillary House National Historic Site - Koffler Museum of Medicine
Kortright Centre for Conservation
Markham Fair
9550 Pine Valley Drive Woodbridge, ON L4H 2Z6 Tel: (416) 667-6295 Email: vservices@trca.on.ca www.kortright.org
10801 McCowan Road Markham, ON L3P 3J3 Tel: (905) 642-3247 Email: office@markhamfair.ca www.markhamfair.ca
Lake St. George Field Centre
McMichael Canadian Art Collection
950 Bethesda Side Road Richmond Hill, ON L4E 3G2 Tel: (416) 667-6295, ext. 4 Email: vservices@trca.on.ca www.trca.ca/lsg
10365 Islington Avenue Kleinburg, ON L0J 1C0 Tel: (905) 893-1121 Email: info@mcmichael.com www.mcmichael.com
Legoland Discovery Centre
Mess For Fun
1 Bass Pro Mills Drive Vaughan, ON L4K 5W4 Tel: (855) 356-2150 Email: info@legolanddiscoverycentre.ca www.legolanddiscoverycentre.ca
73 Alness Street, Suite 3 North York, ON M3J 2H2 Tel: (416) 736-7101 Email: messforfun@gmail.com www.messforfun.com
15372 Yonge Street Aurora, ON L4G 1N8 Tel: (905) 727-8991 Email: cda@aurorahs.com www.aurorahs.com
In Play Inc. 18075 Leslie Street, Unit 201 Newmarket, ON L3Y 9A4 Tel: (905) 953-8299 Email: info@inplayinc.ca www.inplayinc.ca
Joe Rockhead’s Indoor Rock Climbing 29 Fraser Avenue Toronto, ON M6K 1Y7 Tel: (416) 538-7670 Email: info@joerockheads.com www.joerockheads.com
We offer camps, recreation and competitive programs year-round for boys and girls age 5 and older. One of the fastest growing sports in the world. Fitness, Fun, Family. Build self-esteem, learn life-coping skills, make life-ling friendships, gain self-confidence. Choose from our 2 locations: Vaughan 7700 Keele St Unit 8A Vaughan, ON L4K 2A1
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Newmarket 1250 Journey’s End Circle, Units 3&4 Newmarket, ON L3Y 0B9
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York Region Of Rock & Chalk
Toronto Botanical Garden
Town of Georgina
482 Ontario Street Newmarket, ON L3Y 2K7 Tel: (905) 895-ROCK (7625) Email: info@roackandchalk.com www.rockandchalk.com
777 Lawrence Avenue East Toronto, ON M3C 1P2 Tel: (416) 397-1341 Fax: (416) 397-1354 Email: info@torontobotanicalgarden.ca www.torontobotanicalgarden.ca
26557 Civic Centre Road, R.R. #2 Keswick, ON L4P 3G1 Tel: (905) 476-4301 Fax: (905) 476-8100 Email: info@georgina.ca www.georgina.ca
Playcious 50 Caldari Road, Unit A Vaughan, ON L4K 4N8 Tel: (905) 669-9996 Email: info@playcious.com www.playcious.com
Markham Fair
Puppets-Cool!
Markham Fair is a perfect and economical choice for the first field trip of the year! We easily adapt to health, science, and social studies curriculums with our hands-on demonstrations of what we grow and eat. Markham Fair is an immersive agricultural experience with tractors and machinery displays, farm animals, and it puts your class in the front seat of what shapes and develops our lands. See you there!
53 Roseborough Crescent Thornhill, ON L4J 4V1 Tel: (416) 346-7228 Email: steve@puppets-cool.com www.puppets-cool.com
Putting Edge 9625 Yonge Street Richmond Hill, ON L4C 5T2 Tel: (905) 508 -8222 Email: info@puttingedge.com www.puttingedge.com
Putting Edge 60 Interchange Way, Unit E Vaughan, ON L4K 5C3 Tel: (905) 761-3343 Email: info@puttingedge.com www.puttingedge.com
Reptilia Zoo and Education Facility 2501 Rutherford Road Vaughan, ON L4K 2N6 Tel: (905) 761-6223 Email: bookings@reptilia.org www.reptilia.org
History
South Simcoe Railway Heritage Corporation P.O. Box 186 Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0 Tel: (905) 936-5815 Email: info@southsimcoerailway.ca www.southsimcoerailway.ca
Happens Here!
The Latcham Gallery 6240 Main Street Stouffville, ON L4A 1E2 Tel: (905) 640-8954 Email: info@latchamgallery.ca www.latchamgallery.ca
Thornhill Outdoor Education Campus 7015 Leslie Street Thornhill, ON L3T 6L6 Tel: (905) 731-CAMP (2267) Email: outdoored@adventurevalley.ca www.gtaoutdoored.com
Full or Half Day On-site & Outreach Programs for All Ages and Grades. Customized to meet your needs. Sharon Temple National Historic Site & Museum 18974 Leslie Street Sharon, ON L0G 1V0 (905) 478-2389 - www.sharontemple.ca megan.houston@sharontemple.ca
The Sharon Temple National Historic Site and Museum is an open-air museum on 4.5 acres of lawns, forests, and gardens. Travel through time to learn about the history of York Region, from the Indigenous Peoples who used the lands for travel and trade, to the York Pioneers who opened the first museum in the region in 1918. Contact Megan Houston – megan.houston@sharontemple.ca
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CANADAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LARGEST
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Whether you're looking for a school field trip, scout event, holiday party or church outing, Hub Climbing can help. You climb, we'll do the rest! Hub Climbing is the perfect place to build relationships. Climbing naturally ties to partnerships, vision, problem-solving and fun! Hub Climbing has experience hosting a variety of groups and parties •OPHEA compliant •Grades 5-12 •No experience necessary •Knowledgeable (and extremely fun!) instructors are responsible for all climbing-related activities •More than just heights - Hub can offer a variety of cooperative and teambuilding activities. •We even have activities for the child who is afraid to climb!
Markham LOCATION:
markham@hubclimbing.com 165 McIntosh Drive Markham ON L3R 0N6 Mississauga LOCATION: sauga@hubclimbing.com 3636 Hawkestone Road, Mississauga ON L5C 2V2
York Region Treetop Trekking at Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area 3291 Stouffville Road Stouffville, ON L4A 7X5 Tel: (844) 369-0009 Email: stouffville@treetoptrekking.com www.treetoptrekking.com
Ukulele Kids 17 Morewood Crescent, Suite L North York, ON M2K 1L8 Tel: (416) 818-5661 Email: info@ukulelekids.org www.ukulelekids.org
Uplands Golf and Ski Club 46 Uplands Avenue Thornhill, ON L4J 1K8 Tel: (905) 889-3291 Fax: (905) 889-6559 Email: uplandgc@istar.ca www.uplandsgolfandski.com
Vaughan Sportsplex II
Winged Canvas Art Hub
8301 Keele Street Vaughan, ON L4K 1Z6 Tel: (416) 661-9115 www.gtasportsplex.com
91 Anderson Avenue, Unit 12 Markham, ON L6E 1A5 Tel: (905) 205-1231 Email: hello@wingedcanvas.com www.arthub.ca
Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum and Community Centre 14732 Woodbine Avenue Gormley, ON L0H 1G0 Tel: (905) 727-8954 Fax: (905) 727-1282 www.townofws.ca
Whittamore’s Farm
York-Durham Heritage Railway 19 Railway Street Uxbridge, ON L9P 1E5 Tel: (905) 852-3696 Fax: (905) 852-5192 Email: ydhr@ydhr.ca www.ydhr.ca
8100 Steeles Avenue East Markham, ON L6B 1A8 Tel: (905) 294-8200 Email: groups@whittamoresfarm.com www.whittamoresfarm.com
CUSTOMIZED PROGRAMS Interactive, hands-on education programming for all ages
WhitchurchStouffville Museum & Community Centre The Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre began operations in 1971 - it is located in a beautiful park setting with 5 heritage buildings & a community centre which perfectly blends the old with the new. The Museum offers teachers a variety of inquiry based programming options including, “Early Settler Life Tour”, “A 19th Century Traditions Tour”, “Discover First Nations”, “Victorian Kitchen”, and more. Full day or half day programs are available. In-class programs and education-kit rentals are also available. The Museum staff are experts in their field - students will be engaged throughout the day and could find themselves mixing a batch of pumpkin muffins, practicing cursive writing, or making butter, all while discovering who came before us.
Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre 14732 Woodbine Avenue, Stouffville, ON L4A 2K9
P: 905-727-8954
www.townofws.ca/museum
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Visit www.townofws.ca/museum for a list of program options.
The ROC School Group Day Trips "Keeping adventure in the classroom!"
The ROC is a multi-season destination that provides an exciting outdoor experience, which is sure to keep the mind and body active.
Spring, Summer & Fall During the Spring, Summer and Fall, The ROC offers you and your students a variety of exciting and exhilarating opportunities such as: archery, loose parts play, frisbee golf, GPS scavenger hunt, low ropes, climbing wall, high ropes, beach volleyball, splash pad and nature trails! *Age requirement: Low ropes and climbing wall â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 years+, high ropes course 10 years+
Winter During winter months, The ROC offers you and your students a variety of exciting opportunities such as snow tubing, ice skating and tobogganing! *Tubing height requirement: 40â&#x20AC;? tall For questions related to specific programs and activities please contact Miranda Link, Recreation Programmer at mlink@georgina.ca or call 905-476-8834 ext. 3296
Pioneer Village The Pioneer Village & Archives is a dynamic location for hands-on, interactive school programs for grade 3 students. Focusing on the daily lives of early settlers, these programs are multi-sensory and curriculum-related. Contact Melissa Matt at 905 476 4301 ext. 2284 or mmatt@georgina.ca for any questions related to the Pioneer Village. greater toronto school destinations directory
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The Shaw Festival … the perfect
Williams’ endearing classic; and last but
intermission from life! Nestled in
not least, the sweeping tale of Cyrano
the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake,
de Bergerac.
just a short and lovely drive down the beautiful Niagara Parkway from Niagara Falls, The Shaw is one of North America’s finest cultural attractions. Each year, from April to December, The Shaw offers an eclectic array of award-winning musicals, family-friendly offerings, quirky comedies, bold dramas, sweeping classics and thrilling whodunits. Plus, leading up to the holiday season, A Christmas Carol and Holiday Inn will be on stage. The Shaw Festival’s 2019 Season features a wide array of productions presented in the Festival’s three theatres. Highlights includes: The Horse and His Boy by C.S. Lewis – a magical, spectacular journey into Narnia (plus a pre-show workshop with an actor, perfect for school groups!), a dazzling
Plus, The Shaw offers so much beyond the stage for students’ enjoyment to enhance their theatre outing … picnic lunches, backstage tours to check out what happens behind the scenes, preshow talks to learn more about the play you are attending, and post-show chats with actors; add to that a variety of interesting workshops. Study guides are also available for selected plays for pretheatre visits. Looking for a full day or overnight visit, then package your theatre visit with Fort George and relive the sights and stories of Canada’s history or stay overnight at Great Wolf Lodge for some waterpark fun! The Shaw can help you coordinate these school getaways with your students.
production of the musical Brigadoon;
The Shaw Festival, home to Two-Way
Rope – not a whodunit but a will-they-
Theatre, is a place where people who
get-away-with-it mystery, adapted for
are curious about the world gather
the screen by Alfred Hitchcock;
to share the unique experience
The Glass Menagerie, Tennessee
of live theatre.
Contact: Wes Brown, Senior Manager, Group and On-Site Sales wbrown@shawfest.com Phone: 1-800-511-7429 or 905-468-2172, ext 2220 Website: www.shawfest.com Address: Shaw Festival, 10 Queen’s Parade, Box 774, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0
2019 Season April 6 to December 22 FESTIVAL THEATRE
ROYAL GEORGE THEATRE
HOLIDAY SEASON
The Horse and His Boy
Rope
A Christmas Carol
By C.S. Lewis Adapted for the stage by Anna Chatterton
By Patrick Hamilton
By Charles Dickens Adapted for the stage and originally directed by Tim Carroll
Lerner and Loewe’s
Brigadoon Book and Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner Music by Frederick Loewe
The Ladykillers By Graham Linehan From the motion picture screenplay by William Rose
Man and Superman with Don Juan in Hell By Bernard Shaw Special event
Getting Married By Bernard Shaw
The Russian Play By Hannah Moscovitch
Cyrano de Bergerac By Edmond Rostand Translated and adapted for the stage by Kate Hennig
Irving Berlin’s
Holiday Inn Based on the film from Universal Pictures Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin — Book by Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge
JACKIE MAXWELL STUDIO THEATRE
The Glass Menagerie By Tennessee Williams
Victory By Howard Barker
SCHOOL GROUP TICKETS FROM $25 ASK ABOUT OUR BUS SUBSIDY
For information about the 2019 Season and the ideal play for your school group, contact Wes Brown wbrown@shawfest.com
Tim Carroll, Artistic Director | Tim Jennings, Executive Director | Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
1-800-511-7429 | SHAWFEST.COM Julia Course and Yanna McIntosh in The Baroness and the Pig (2018). Photo by David Cooper.
Transportation Attridge Transportation 4150 Harvester Road Burlington, ON L7L 0C1 Tel: (905) 333-4047 | Fax: (905) 333-3866 Email: toronto@attridge.com www.attridge.com
Attridge Transportation 1775 North Sheridan Way Mississauga, ON L5K 1S5 Tel: (905) 855-7771 | Fax: (905) 855-2256 www.attridge.com
Attridge Transportation 27 Mill Street South Waterdown, ON L0R 2H0 Tel: (905) 690-2632 | Fax: (905) 690-2817 www.attridge.com
Attridge Transportation 10 Akron Road Etobicoke, ON M8W 1T2 Tel: (416) 255-5199 | Fax: (416) 255-7606 www.attridge.com
Attridge Transportation 2255 Regional Road 20, Unit 5 Thorold, ON L0S 1E6 Tel: (905) 892-7089 | Fax: (905) 892-9081 www.attridge.com
Dignity Transportation Inc. 900 Magnetic Drive Toronto, ON M3J 2C4 Tel: (416) 398-2222 Email: info@dignitytransportation.com www.dignitytransportation.com
Ellison Travel & Tours Ltd. 311 Main Street South Exeter, ON N0M 1S7 Tel: (519) 235-2000 Email: group@ettravel.com www2.ettravel.com
Ellison Travel & Tours Ltd. 18 Victoria Street South Goderich, ON N7A 3H3 Tel: (519) 524-8692 Email: group@ettravel.com www2.ettravel.com
First Student Canada 5401 Dundas Street Burlington, ON L7R 3X4 Tel: (866) 496-5164 Email: Gary.Gosling@firstgroup.com www.firststudentinc.com
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First Student Canada - Ajax Division 225 MacKenzie Avenue Ajax, ON L1S 2G1 Tel: (905) 683-2350 Fax: (905) 683-3330 Email: mary.brigham@firstgroup.com www.firststudentinc.com
First Student Canada - Etobicoke Division 3075 Lenworth Drive Mississauga, ON L4X 2G3 Tel: (905) 629-8200 | Fax: (905) 629-1260 Email: deb.fogarty@firstgroup.com www.firststudentinc.com
First Student Canada - Markham Division 30 Heritage Road Markham, ON L3P 1M4 Tel: (905) 294-5104 | Fax: (905) 294-1664 Email: laurie.henner@firstgroup.com www.firststudentinc.com
First Student Canada - North York Division 35 Crockford Boulevard Toronto, ON M1R 3B7 Tel: (416) 444-7030 | Fax: (416) 444-6602 Email: june.gadsby@firstgroup.com www.firststudentinc.com
First Student Canada - Thornhill Division 120 Doncaster Avenue Thornhill, ON L3T 1L3 Tel: (905) 764-6662 | Fax: (905) 764-7159 Email: brian.lemieux@firstgroup.com www.firststudentinc.com
Stock Transportation Ltd. 60 McCulloch Avenue Toronto, ON M9W 4M6 Tel: (416) 244-5341 | Fax: (416) 248-8647 Email: rwalter@stocktransportation.com www.stocktransportation.com
Stock Transportation Ltd. 17 Upton Road Toronto, ON M1L 2C1 Tel: (416) 754-4949 | Fax: (416) 754-1319 Email: joannea@stocktransportation.com www.stocktransportation.com
Stock Transportation Ltd. 1365 Kennedy Road Toronto, ON M1P 2L6 Tel: (416) 757-0565 | Fax: (416) 757-3664 Email: sheldons@stocktransportation.com www.stocktransportation.com
The Magic Bus Company 274 Unwin Avenue Toronto, ON M5A 1A3 Tel: (416) 516-7433 | Fax: (416) 516-6774 www.magicbuscompany.com
Toronto Bus Company 10 Audley Street, Unit 1 Etobicoke, ON M8Y 2X2 Tel: (416) 945-3436 | Fax: (647) 748-8687 Email: info@torontobusco.com www.torontobusco.com
Toronto Student Transportation Group 2 Trethewey Drive, 2nd Floor Annex Toronto, ON M6M 4A8 Tel: (416) 394-4287 | Fax: (416) 394-3806 Email: transportation@torontoschoolbus.org www.torontoschoolbus.org
Greyhound Canada Transportation Corp.
Toronto Transit Commission
1111 International Blvd., Suite 700 Burlington, ON L7L 6W1 Tel: 800-661-TRIP (8747) Email: canada.info@greyhound.ca www.greyhound.ca
1900 Yonge Street Toronto, ON M4S 1Z2 Tel: (416) 393-INFO www.city.toronto.on.ca/ttc
Wheelchair Accessible Transit
McCluskey Transportation Services Ltd.
2727 Steeles Avenue West, Suite 303A Toronto, ON M3J 3G9 Tel: (416) 884-9898 | Fax: (416) 661-0303 Email: info@wheelchairtransit.com www.wheelchairtransit.com
163 Carlingview Drive Toronto, ON M9W 5E7 Tel: (416) 246-1422 | Fax: (416) 246-1843 Email: mccluskey@bellnet.ca
Stock Transportation Ltd. 128 Wellington Street West, Suite 201 Barrie, ON L4N 1K9 Tel: (705) 737-9847 Email: inquiries@stocktransportation.com www.stocktransportation.com
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Discovering Local Treasures escaping Black slaves. Josiah Henson’s story attracted the attention of Harriet Beecher Stowe, who almost certainly made him a model for her character in her internationally famous book Uncle Tom’s Cabin, still one of the most read books in the English language. Early in my teaching career I spent a year teaching
Perhaps the least known stories of all are the ones that
in Nottinghamshire England. A favourite field trip I
occurred in the City of Chatham itself. In the 1850’s,
organized for them was to the nearby charming town of
the city was made up of more than 1/3 Black settlers. If
Tissington which, as it turned out, was a nearly perfectly
you stood on the corner of King and William Streets,
preserved mediaeval manor. To my great amazement,
any morning in April of 1858, you might see Mary Ann
when I came back to the school and shared my experi-
Shadd Cary, the first Black female newspaper editor, a
ences with my colleagues in the history department, none
founder of the Provincial Freeman on the way to her
of them were aware of its existence. But, come to think of
office nearby. Or you might encounter Dr. Martin Delany
it, all of us are guilty, at times, of taking things in our own
who rose to hold the highest rank, by a Black soldier, in
back yards for granted.
the American Northern Army during the Civil War and
That brings me to the topic of Black History. Where I live, in Chatham-Kent, on the shores of Lake Erie, our heritage of Black History is incredibly rich. Yet, many of the people who live here are unaware of that background, and fewer still have visited the available sites.
a personal friend of Abraham Lincoln, on his way to his medical practice in the city. Or you might be shocked to see a menacing, tall, spare White man marching his rag tag army to what is now Tecumseh Park, to drill them for some as yet secretive project. This was John Brown, and he was in Chatham to plan and recruit soldiers for his at-
For example, not 10 km from my home can be found the
tack on Harper’s Ferry, which many feel was the opening
Buxton National Historic Site and Museum. This is a
salvo in the American Civil War.
wonderful establishment commemorating the most successful settlement, in Canada, of slaves, escaping on the Underground Railroad. Begun in 1849 by the Reverend William King, by the early 1850’s it had a school that was
So the lesson there is that in our haste to visit exotic places in faraway lands, we should not ignore the riches in our own back yard.
so celebrated in the area that, in what must be one of the
Dennis Makowetsky,
earliest examples of integration, the White settlers of Ra-
Tour Manager, Ellison Travel & Tours
leigh Township actually closed their school so that their children could attend the Buxton School with the Blacks.
Mak’s Note: Should you be inspired to visit the places featured above, or some of the others in the Windsor,
Across the county, near the town of Dresden, may be
Detroit areas, do not hesitate to contact us at Ellison
found the Uncle Tom’s Cabin Historic Site. It was here
Travel & Tours at 1-800-265-7022 or email
that Josiah Henson established the Dawn Settlement for
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