The Canadian Royal Heritage Trust |
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You will find on our website information about the activities of the Trust, and information about Canada’s royal heritage. The Trust operates in several areas. After reading the following brief outlines, explore its work in more detail by clicking on the links on the left. MONARCHY: Discovering Canada’s Monarchy is the combined information service of the Trust’s several divisions and provides facts on the history, heritage, operation and philosophy of the Canadian Crown. It is an invaluable resource for students and adults alike. Our staff will frequently be adding new information to this section, so visit it regularly to learn more about the Canadian Monarchy. On The Library Shelf is a series of essays by the Trust Librarian, using material from the Trust's King George III Canadian Royal Heritage Library to expound royal topics of interest, so indicating to readers the richness of the collection. ARCHIVES & LIBRARY: The Trust maintains two resource facilities. The King Louis XIV Canadian Royal Heritage Archives comprise a unique collection of newspaper clippings; scrapbooks; photographs, prints and posters; historical artefacts; films, videos and slides; and exhibits. It is located at the Fealty Heritage Centre in Toronto. The King George III Canadian Royal Heritage Library is a unique reference facility in Canada. It includes books and publications across many disciplines, on the Canadian Crown and international monarchies. Branches are located at the Fealty Heritage Centre in Toronto and three other locations in Ontario - Belleville, Neustadt and St Thomas. MUSEUM & GALLERIES: The Canadian Royal Heritage Museum (Diefenbaker Birthplace) is located at Neustadt, in Midwestern Ontario, in the house where John Diefenbaker, Prime Minister of Canada 1957-1963, was born. The only public museum about the Crown in Canada, it presents historical artefacts, pictures and commemorative items in permanent displays and changing exhibits, and is the site of special activities and events. The Trust's Museum Division also maintains permanent and temporary Canadian Royal Heritage Galleries and Displays in various locations across Canada. EDUCATION & HISTORY: The Canadian Royal Heritage Trust awards The Eugene Forsey Prize for essays on the Canadian Crown by high school, college or university students. It also provides educational information and assistance to students. The Trust’s History, Research & Publications Division compiles information on royal heritage sites and artefacts in Canada, and conducts research into the history of the Canadian Crown, answers enquiries and prepares publications. AWARDS: The Canadian Royal Heritage Award is given annually by the Trust to recognise individuals or corporate bodies that have made an outstanding contribution towards preserving, adding to or making known Canada's royal heritage. NEWS & EVENTS: The Trust organises and participates in special events, lectures, shows and conferences, and works with like-minded associations in the heritage field. Check here for upcoming events, for Trust and royal news, and to view Canadian Royal Heritage, the newsletter of the Trust, which is sent to Friends (donors) in printed form, and is available to the public on this website. THE TRUST & SOCIETY: The Trust relies on donations to fund its programmes. Donors are designated as Friends of the CRHT, and receive a charitable receipt for tax purposes. Donations may be in funds or gifts-in-kind. In some communities branches of Friends have been established as the Canadian Royal Heritage Society to support and expand the work of the Trust. Check this section for information on how to support the Trust and for the Trust's Directory. LINKS: Links to websites around the world that provide additional information about the Canadian, Commonwealth and foreign monarchies. |
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The Canadian Royal Heritage Trust |
Welcome
to the Canadian Royal Heritage Trust. The Trust is a national educational
charity, funded by donations, dedicated to preserving, presenting and enhancing
the royal heritage of Canada. The Trust is the country’s leading
organisation working to expand Canadians’ knowledge of the Crown,
and is available to assist students, academics, the media and the general
public. 