Doors Open Ontario: Free Access to Historic Gems

0:00It's April 17th, I'm Cory with the story, and this is Canada News Today, your AI-powered local news. Doors open Ontario is back for its 25th season, giving folks across the province free access to hundreds of hidden gems like historic ezen, buildings, and cultural spots usually off limits to the public. Run by the Ontario Heritage Trust, it's all about diving into the stories behind our architecture from April through October. This year, 34 communities are joining in, kicking off as early as mid-April in places like Stratford and Guelph. It's grown huge since starting, pulling in 9.5 million visitors who love peaking behind those closed doors. People can't get enough. It's one of Ontario's top heritage events, sparking real curiosity about local history and drawing families' history buffs. And just plan adventurers year after year. Check big weekends in spots like Toronto on May 23rd and 24th, Ottawa, 20th, mostly 10am

1:06to 4.5pm. Check the full schedule online to plan your spot. Whether you're local or visiting, grab this chance to explore up close, it's free, it's province wide, and it's calling all curious minds to step into.