The History & People of Toronto
Explore the city's history and its many heritage sites or read about the famous Torontonians who've made a mark on their home and the world.
If you're interested in researching your family history, there are several genealogy classes and plenty of resources to get you started right here in Toronto.
Born in Toronto, Vincent Massey served as Canada's Governor General from 1952 to 1959. Susan Monroe, About.com's Guide to Canada Online, provides a biography of this businessman and diplomat.
About.com's Hockey Guide Jamie Fitzpatrick looks at the life of a man who started out as a player for the Toronto Maple Leafs and ended up with his name above 3000 coffee shops in North America.
Susan Breslow Sardone, the About.com Guide to Honeymoons & Romantic Getaways, provides a background on this Toronto landmark.
Kim Ruehl, About.com's Guide to Folk Music, provides this look at the life and career of Toronto-born singer/songwriter Neil Young.
The city's official web pages on Toronto's history, including a photo archive.
