Timeline

Tracing 5000 years of rich history here.

Ancient Era

Early indigenous settlements shaped this land.

Colonial Period

Arrival of European settlers and changes.

Modern Day

Preserving history with respect and care.

Future Vision

Educational resources and community engagement.

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Questions? Please contact: the4browns@rogers.com

Archaeological Research by Gordon Dibb

Historical Research:

-John Graves Simcoe Family Papers 1655-1931

-Augustus Jones, Field Book No. 1, Survey Notes & Diary, 1791-2

-Elizabeth Posthuma (Gwillim) Simcoe – Diaries

-Nancy Robinson-Eves -A History of the East Branch of the Holland River

-Gordon Dibb: Archaeological Survey of the East Holland River and its Environs

-Richard MacLeod: Heritage Preservation: The 31 Sand Road Case Study

-AS&G Archaeological Assessment: Stage 1 & 2 Archaeological Assessment of

31 Sand Road prepared for the Town of East Gwillimbury, Ontario

-Archaeological Services Inc. - Final Report on Phases 2 and 3 of the

Master Plan of Archaeological Resources for the Town of East Gwillimbury, Ontario

-East Holland River Subwatershed Plan - Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority 2010

-Town of East Gwillimbury Water and Wastewater Master Plan Update

Natural Environment Screening, 3.1.1 Heritage Report Summary 2018

-An Archaeological Assessment of the Orpel SubdivisionPrepared

by Archaeological Research Associates Ltd. for the Town of East Gwillimbury, Ontario

-Cultural Heritage Resource Assessment: Existing Conditions and Preliminary Impact Assessment, Complete Communities Secondary Plan Study for the Town of East Gwillimbury

Jim White Affidavit