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It was planned to be a most special occasion, and it was, when more than 1,000 persons attended the ceremonies marking the opening of Chinguacousy's $(...)
It was planned to be a most special occasion, and it was, when more than 1,000 persons attended the ceremonies marking the opening of Chinguacousy's $(...)

It was planned to be a most special occasion, and it was, when more than 1,000 persons attended the ceremonies marking the opening of Chinguacousy's $(...)

Date9/23/1972
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Original Toronto Star caption: It was planned to be a most special occasion; and it was; when more than 1;000 persons attended the ceremonies marking the opening of Chinguacousy's $5.2 million civic centre last night. Ontario Premier William Davis cuts the ribbon (in left photograph) as Reeve Robert Williams assists in holding tape still. To mark the occasion; Bramaleas' Lionaires Majorette and Drum Corps performed (left) in a display of color and precision. The Bramalea centre; that took only 18 months to build; also includes a theatre; library; art gallery and council chamber.
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It was planned to be a most special occasion, and it was, when more than 1,000 persons attended the ceremonies marking the opening of Chinguacousy's $(...)
It was planned to be a most special occasion, and it was, when more than 1,000 persons attended the ceremonies marking the opening of Chinguacousy's $(...)
9/23/1972
In one of four ceremonies marking opening of Merchants Mall in Royal Bank Plaza, W
In one of four ceremonies marking opening of Merchants Mall in Royal Bank Plaza, W
10/19/1976
Chinguacousy's New Civic Centre will be opened Monday by Premier William Davis
Chinguacousy's New Civic Centre will be opened Monday by Premier William Davis
9/21/1972
Canada paid tribute to her war dead today in Remembrance Day ceremonies across the Dominion with other special services planned for Sunday. This is th(...)
Canada paid tribute to her war dead today in Remembrance Day ceremonies across the Dominion with other special services planned for Sunday. This is th(...)
11/10/1951
Opening ceremonies: Actor John Colicos is all set to see the first performance of Julius Caesar but before the show started, 1,000 balloons were released, 30 of them with free ticket vouchers inside
Opening ceremonies: Actor John Colicos is all set to see the first performance of Julius Caesar but before the show started, 1,000 balloons were released, 30 of them with free ticket vouchers inside
6/6/1982
Huddled under warm blankets, the VIPs who attended closing day ceremonies for Expo 67 yesterday had it easier than the masses who sat through 75 minut(...)
Huddled under warm blankets, the VIPs who attended closing day ceremonies for Expo 67 yesterday had it easier than the masses who sat through 75 minut(...)
10/29/1967
Like father, like son, like father . . . Generations of doctors to graduate from the University of Toronto in medicine, from left, Dr. J. E. Cooper Cole, his son, Dr. John Dyce Cooper Cole, and his father, Dr. C. E. Cooper Cole, attended graduation ceremonies yesterday for the Faculty of Medicine. The elder Coles were at the ceremonies, held in Convocation Hall, to see John receive his honors degree. Diplomas and degrees were awarded.
Like father, like son, like father . . . Generations of doctors to graduate from the University of Toronto in medicine, from left, Dr. J. E. Cooper Cole, his son, Dr. John Dyce Cooper Cole, and his father, Dr. C. E. Cooper Cole, attended graduation ceremonies yesterday for the Faculty of Medicine. The elder Coles were at the ceremonies, held in Convocation Hall, to see John receive his honors degree. Diplomas and degrees were awarded.
5/23/1973
Original Toronto Star caption: Muslims celebrate end of Ramadan; Metro's Muslim community; which numbers over 100;000; celebrated Eid al-Fitr yesterday marking the end of the month of Ramadan; the holiest of Muslim celebrations. Religious ceremonies were held in several locations across Metro; including the International Centre in Mississauga; above; where thousands of the faithful bowed in prayer as part of the ancient tradition.
Original Toronto Star caption: Muslims celebrate end of Ramadan; Metro's Muslim community; which numbers over 100;000; celebrated Eid al-Fitr yesterday marking the end of the month of Ramadan; the holiest of Muslim celebrations. Religious ceremonies were held in several locations across Metro; including the International Centre in Mississauga; above; where thousands of the faithful bowed in prayer as part of the ancient tradition.
5/28/1987
The Princess Royal watched twisters with amusement last night at the Royal Regimental ball, held on the eve of ceremonies marking the regiment's 100th(...)
The Princess Royal watched twisters with amusement last night at the Royal Regimental ball, held on the eve of ceremonies marking the regiment's 100th(...)
6/23/1962
Flanked by famous names, Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau prepares to speak during ceremonies yesterday marking the 10th anniversary of the St. L(...)
Flanked by famous names, Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau prepares to speak during ceremonies yesterday marking the 10th anniversary of the St. L(...)
6/27/1969
Rearing Horse ridden by a member of the Governor-General's Horse Guards draws gasp from Princes Margriet during ceremonies marking Warriors' Day today(...)
Rearing Horse ridden by a member of the Governor-General's Horse Guards draws gasp from Princes Margriet during ceremonies marking Warriors' Day today(...)
8/22/1970
Japanese folk dancing attracted a crowd of 1,500 persons to Nathan Phillips Square Saturday night when more than 200 Japanese dancers from Toronto and(...)
Japanese folk dancing attracted a crowd of 1,500 persons to Nathan Phillips Square Saturday night when more than 200 Japanese dancers from Toronto and(...)
7/14/1974