THE ONTARIO REGIMENT MUSEUM EVOLVES INTO THE CANADIAN TANK MUSEUM
This was announced along with a number of exciting developments for the museum located in Oshawa, Ontario. The Museum kicked off a capital fundraising campaign at the event and revealed to museum supporters, special guests and the community the vision and plans for an expanded museum complex and a purpose built new facility. The new museum building will be built on the North side of the current museum campus and will house the world famous collection in a way that will be more accessible for visitors to enjoy. The new museum grounds will encompass the existing structures and Oshawa’s Heritage Conservation District, which contains the last Second World War buildings at theOshawa Executive Airport, into a larger curated heritage complex.
The Ontario Regiment Museum is not going away; but will remain a component of the larger overall museum, and continue to house and protect the artifacts and heritage of Durham Region’s militia unit:The Ontario Regiment RCAC. This Regimental museum will be an integral part of the visitor experience when visiting the enlarged museum facility, but will be alongside other galleries and displays including the extensive collection of military vehicles and Tanks.
According to Alan Duffy, Museum President “As our museum has grown and been recognized both Nationally and internationally, it was time to highlight that this has become a great Canadian institution in a global context. We are moving from our Regional identity and focus to a National identity that is more inclusive of the stories these vehicle artifacts tell, well beyond that of our local Regiment”
During the ceremonies and announcements; the capital campaign received a boost on its first day as the first four million dollars donated will be matched dollar-for-dollar byThe Dunkley Charitable Foundation, and an additional one million will be matched by Museum President Alan Duffy.
Museum News and Events
The 2024 Tank Season has been officially announced and is now underway!.
14 September – Afghanistan We are bringing back the crowd favourite fo another year. It has been 10 years since our Canadian Forces left Afghanistan so come out and remember them. Get you Tickets here!
19 October – Armageddon Outside of Aquino Tank Weekend, this is the biggest and heaviest Tank Saturday. We’ll roll out all of the Heavy Metal! If you want to see the big tanks, this is your chance. Get your Tickets here!
If you want to support your Museum, there are several ways that you can. The most important way is to come out and visit! However, there are other ways that you can be a part as well. The “Donate and Help” tab can show you how to make a donation, join the Patreon program, tag us using social media, or leave a review on a travel site. Of course, we are always looking for more volunteers!
The Museum is now on Winter Hours so check the calendar for opening times and dates! Of course, the Museum can open for pre-planned group tours. Contact: tours@ontrmuseum.ca for details.
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