Thomas among the leading railway divisional centres, in point of equipment, on the American continent and no effort has been spared either by the Michigan Central Railway or the contractors to make both the buildings and the equipment the most up-to-date possible to obtain. This new industrial building also impacted the community economically, employing more than 400 workers at its peak. The Elgin County Railway Museum has been housed in the 52,000 square foot building since it's incorporation in 1989, and purchased the property in 2010. Elgin County Railway Museum Mission Statement:To preserve, teach, and display to the public the rich heritage of the railroads and their role in the development of St. Thomas and Elgin County.The railway has been part of St. Thomas since the completion of the London and Port Stanley Railway in 1856. More than 26 railways have passed through the city.
The mission of the Canadian Diabetes Association is to lead the fight against diabetes by helping people with diabetes live healthy lives while working to find a cure.Frederick BantingHistoryIn 1953, what we know today as the Canadian Diabetes Association was formed.The outside of Banting HouseBanting HouseDiscover more about Dr. Frederick Banting and 'The Birthplace of Insulin.'A pie chart on top of a line graphFunding & AccountabilityEvery dollar received helps Canadians with diabetes live healthier lives, and supports researchers to find a cure.Children running on a fieldPublic Policy Position StatementsPeople with diabetes deserve affordable medications, devices and supplies, regardless of where they live in Canada.Looking up the definition of policy in the dictionaryCanadian Diabetes Association PoliciesWe publish information about our policies to help you understand the standards we set ourselves. Learn about our policies.A person holding up a sign with the C
It is more than history, it is about the experience: we unlock The RCR history for everyone! Memory, heritage and interpretation for military members, school students, families and general public. Find us at Wolseley Barracks in London, ON, on FB, IG, and on the web.
Located in Wolseley Barracks, the museum showcases the history of Canada’s military since 1883. Permanent galleries, gift shop, events and groups space occupy today the west wing of the old Infantry School Building made between 1886 and 1888. Visitors are welcomed in the old archway entrance, upgraded to barrier free access. Detailed displays, spanning on two floors, are inviting the visitor to explore the history of Canadian military commitments, nationally and internationally. Hands-on activities, education programs, and events are held periodically. The collection is vast and includes a large variety of artefacts, partially available online. A customer friendly gift shop may offer a unique shopping experience.