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33 Victoria Street North (in the town of Saugeen Shores)
Southampton, ON Canada N0H 2L0

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2026 Bruce County Historical Society AGM & Keynote Presentation

Home | Events & Programs | 2026 Bruce County Historical Society AGM & Keynote Presentation

October 24, 2026 

11:00 am

Join the Bruce County Historical Society for its 2026 Annual General Meeting and a fascinating keynote presentation by Allan Thompson.


In Searching for the Light, Thompson will share insights from his research into the life and legacy of Kincardine’s Sir Alexander Mackenzie, one of Canada’s most significant historical figures.


Members of the public are welcome to attend.


Event details

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location: Kincardine Legion (219 Lambton Street, Kincardine)

Doors open: 11 a.m.
AGM begins: 12 p.m.


Lunch and keynote presentation to follow.


Tickets

$35 per person


Purchase tickets before October 16 by:

  • E-transfer: bchsregister@gmail.com
  • Phone: 519-368-7186 (Dorne, BCHS Treasurer)
Poster featuring event details for the 2026 Bruce County Historical Society Annual General Meeting. The keynote, titled "Searching for the Light" will be given by Allan Thompson.

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