Columbus in Oshawa in Durham Region, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Centennial of Confederation
East Whitby Town Hall
— 1867-1967 —
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 26, 2022
1. Centennial of Confederation Marker
Township of East Whitby
in permanent commemoration of
the Centennial
of Confederation in Canada
in 1967.
Construction was made possible
through the co-operation of
the Province of Ontario and
the Government of Canada.
Erected 1967.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Patriots & Patriotism. A significant historical year for this entry is 1867.
Location. 43° 58.852′ N, 78° 54.606′ W. Marker is in Oshawa, Ontario, in Durham Region. It is in Columbus. Marker is on Simcoe Street North (County Road 2) 0.2 kilometers south of Columbus Road East, on the left when traveling south. The marker is located directly in front of the former Whitby Town Hall building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3265 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa ON L1H 0S1, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 11 kilometers of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Robert Samuel McLaughlin (approx. 9.1 kilometers away); Parkwood (approx. 9.1 kilometers away); R.S. "Sam" McLaughlin, C.C., 1871-1972 (approx. 9.2 kilometers away); Full Steam Ahead (approx. 9.8 kilometers away); In Honoured Memory of the Men of the Ontario Regiment (approx. 9.8 kilometers
this page online
Also see . . .
1. Canadian Centennial 1867-1967 (Wikipedia). Excerpt:
The Canadian Centennial was a yearlong celebration held in 1967 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Canadian Confederation. Celebrations in Canada occurred throughout the year but culminated on Dominion Day, July 1, 1967. Commemorative coins were minted, that were different from typical issues with animals on each — the cent, for instance, had a dove on its reverse. Communities and organizations across Canada were encouraged to engage in Centennial projects to celebrate the anniversary. The projects ranged from special one-time events to local improvement projects, such as the construction of municipal arenas and parks. The Centennial Flame was also added to Parliament Hill. Children born in 1967 were declared Centennial babies.(Submitted on March 24, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 26, 2022
2. Centennial of Confederation Marker
2. Whitby, Ontario (Wikipedia). Excerpt:
The Town of Whitby was chosen as the seat of government for the newly formed County of Ontario in 1852 and incorporated in 1855. The remainder of Whitby Township remained a separate municipality, although the eastern half surrounding Oshawa was incorporated as the new Township of East Whitby in 1857.(Submitted on March 24, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 26, 2022
3. Centennial of Confederation Marker
Former East Whitby Town Hall in background.
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 26, 2022
4. City of Oshawa Designated Heritage Property Marker
Mounted at eye-level on the right side of the former East Whitby Town Hall front entrance.
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 26, 2022
5. Former East Whitby Town Hall
Presently houses the Columbus Park Community Centre and the Columbus Community Playgroup.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 24, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 24, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 38 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on March 24, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
