Newmarket History

Have you always wanted to learn about Newmarket history, but couldn’t be bothered to read about it? Newmarket History is a fresh and a completely new way to experience the fascinating history of the town’s past. Your host, Connor Lamont, is just like you, and knows that the best way to relive history, is to break down the most famous tales of Newmarket’s past into fun and easily digestible stories. With input from local history expert Richard MacLeod, also known as The History Hound, educate yourself on Newmarket’s history in an entertaining way and gain a new appreciation for the town’s past. New episodes every Tuesday. For any queries or future episode ideas, please send an email to [email protected].

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Episodes

Dye's Inn; Responsible Government

In the first half of today’s episode, discover the unique past of one of Newmarket’s oldest buildings- Dye’s Inn. The Inn was the site of Newmarket’s first murder and might be haunted today by the same individual who was killed. Then, learn about Newmarket’s greatest contribution to the country of Canada, responsible government. Newmarket played an instrumental role in leading the charge for political change in Canada in the years after the 1837 rebellion. Without the town, it is very possible C...

Nov 16, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Early Settlement; Newmarket's Indigenous History

Episode six starts by taking you through the early settlement days of Newmarket. Learn about the lives of the earliest settlers to live in the town and the complicated relationship they had with each other. Then, discover the town’s Indigenous history and some of the stories about the people who came to the Newmarket area long before any white settlers arrived. Although a lot of the Newmarket Indigenous history is still unknown, what we do know will interest all Newmarket residents.

Nov 09, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 6

The Trading Tree; War of 1812

In episode five, we learn about one of Newmarket’s most cherished stories, the tale of William Roe and the trading tree. The tree became a popular spot for Indigenous trappers from the north to trade with Roe and played a key role in naming the town of Newmarket. Then, explore why the War of 1812 is one of the most significant events in the town’s history. The war benefitted residents commercially, but also planted the seeds of rebellion in 1837. All that and so much more history, now!...

Nov 02, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Cane Dynasty; Newmarket's Black History

In the first half of the episode, we discuss one of the most famous trios in Newmarket’s history. The Cane mayoral dynasty had lasting effects on the town and combined to lift Newmarket above many of its closest economic rivals. Then, explore the Black history of Newmarket and the contributions Black people have made to the town and country of Canada. It may surprise you how much of Newmarket’s fascinating Black history occurred right outside your front door.

Oct 26, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 4

New Era Paper; Newmarket Railways

Episode three kicks off with the historic New Era Paper, which dates back to the early 1850s. Discover how the paper and its editor shaped the community of Newmarket and preserved much of the local history we know today. Then, dive into the rails of Newmarket's past. Cars have made the train obsolete in many ways, but it's very possible the town would not exist today had it not been connected to early railways. All that and so much more history, now!

Oct 19, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 3

The 1837 Rebellion; Robert Simpson

The first half of this week's episode explores how Newmarket residents sparked the 1837 rebellion of Upper Canada. Learn how a group of frustrated local farmers resorted to arms to change the country of Canada forever. In the second half, it's the story of Simpsons's Department Store and its humble beginnings in Newmarket. Discover how Robert Simpson grew his store into one of the most famous department stores in Canada's history.

Oct 08, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 2

William Mulock; The Ghost Canal

We kick off episode one with the impressive life of Newmarket politician William Mulock- the inventor of the postage stamp and builder of Canada. In the second half of the show, relive the political mess that was the construction of the Newmarket canal, an extention of the Trent- Severn Waterway. Yes, you read that right, Newmarket was once almost connected to the Trent- Severn Waterway. All that and so much more history, now!

Oct 08, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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