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Sainte-Marie’s First Light

Now in its 24th year, Sainte-Marie’s First Light is an award-winning, must-see holiday event with a great lineup of family activities and live musical performances, all amidst the spectacular glow of thousands of candles. This year, you’re visiting two candlelit attractions for the price of one: Sainte-Marie among the Hurons and Martyrs’ Shrine! Start your holiday shopping at our extensive artisan market. Enjoy take-home crafts

Thornhill’s Westside Stories: The Store – The House – The Fam

This exhibition explores the history of Robert West’s General Store, The Robert West Heritage House and the West Family. This House was in the West Family’s possession for four generations (1843 – 2008) before it was bequeathed to the Thornhill Heritage Foundation.

First Light

Sainte-Marie’s First Light

Now in its 24th year, Sainte-Marie’s First Light is an award-winning, must-see holiday event with a great lineup of family activities and live musical performances, all amidst the spectacular glow of thousands of candles. This year, you’re visiting two candlelit attractions for the price of one: Sainte-Marie among the Hurons and Martyrs’ Shrine! Start your holiday shopping at our extensive artisan market. Enjoy take-home crafts

Thornhill’s Westside Stories: The Store – The House – The Fam

This exhibition explores the history of Robert West’s General Store, The Robert West Heritage House and the West Family. This House was in the West Family’s possession for four generations (1843 – 2008) before it was bequeathed to the Thornhill Heritage Foundation.

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