2024 AGNES MACPHAIL
AWARD CEREMONY
SUNDAY, MARCH 24, 2024 @ 2pm
RSVP here [email protected] to confirm that you will be in attendance
2024 Agnes Macphail Award Ceremony and the 1OOth Birth of the Township of East York
1924-2024 Celebrations both held on Sunday, March 24, 2024 during the ceremony from 2pm - 4pm
This important anniversary will be celebrated at the Award Ceremony in the following ways:
RSVP here [email protected] to confirm that you will be in attendance.
East York Historical Society will also be exhibiting our Archival Materials at this memorable event.
1924-2024 Celebrations both held on Sunday, March 24, 2024 during the ceremony from 2pm - 4pm
This important anniversary will be celebrated at the Award Ceremony in the following ways:
- It will be mentioned in the speaking remarks of the Mayor
- Toronto Archives will launch a digital exhibition on 100 years of East York on March 24th, with an archivist in attendance explaining the exhibit
- An anniversary cake for all to enjoy at the reception that takes place right after the Ceremony...
RSVP here [email protected] to confirm that you will be in attendance.
East York Historical Society will also be exhibiting our Archival Materials at this memorable event.
Agnes Campbell Macphail (1890-1954) was once described as “the most important woman in public life that Canada has produced in the 20th century.”
In 1921, Agnes Macphail blazed a path for women as |
the first female to be elected to the federal House of Commons. In 1943, she became the first woman elected and sworn to sit in the Legislative Assembly, representing York East (which included the Borough of East York and the surrounding rural area). For further information about her life and accomplishments.
On March 24, 1993, former East York Mayor Michael Prue proclaimed the first annual Agnes Macphail Day in the Borough of East York, to honour the 50th anniversary of her election to the Legislative Assembly at Queen’s Park. In addition to the Agnes Macphail Award, her legacy is recognized across Toronto with the naming of : Agnes Macphail Public School, Agnes Macphail Square, Macphail Avenue, and the Agnes Macphail House, which has been designated as a property of cultural heritage value under the Ontario Heritage Act. In 2017, as part of Canada’s 150th anniversary, her image was featured on a $10 bill. The 100th anniversary of Agnes Macphail’s election to Federal Parliament was commemorated in 2021. https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/awards-tributes/awards/agnes-macphail-award/ |
2023 AGNES MACPHAIL
AWARD CEREMONY
SUNDAY, MARCH 19, 2023 @ 2pm
|
Photo Right:
2023 Agnes Macphail Award Winner Shakhlo Sharipova center between [L] Rob Oliphant MP & Stephanie Bowman MP [R] |
|
Photo Above:
2022 Agnes Macphail Award Winner Kam Babulal and 2023 Agnes Macphail Award Winner Skakhlo Sharipova 
|
March is Agnes Macphail month in
Grey Highlands – our time to annually pay homage to our Lady from Grey and recognize her significant place in Canadian history. This year, the Friends of the South Grey Museum, in partnership with Annesley Markdale, are resuming their annual Agnes event. We invite you to join us in celebrating the birthday (March 24, 1890) of Agnes Campbell Macphail (1890-1954) on Sunday afternoon, March 26th, when we will also pay tribute to other notable women of Grey Highlands. We are also pleased to be presenting a special showing of the documentary, No Bed of Roses and delighted to have Terry Mokriy return as our MC. Light refreshments will be included. Admission is free and we appreciate any donations. 
DR. SHAKHLO SHARIPOVA –NAMED 2023 AGNES MACPHAIL AWARD WINNER
CEREMONY SUNDAY, MARCH 19, 2023 @ 2PM at East York Civic Centre. Photo L to R: EYHS Director Joanne Valliere, TDSB Trustee Sara Ehrhardt, EYHS President Pat Barnett, Councillor Paula Fletcher, Dr. Shakhlo Sharipova and Peter Tabuns MPP 
|
FREE REGISTRATION FOR IN PERSON:
https://www.universe.com/events/macphails-birthday-2023-tickets-TL4GV2?mc_cid=5c2632043d&mc_eid=16a0d9ce2d
FREE REGISTRATION FOR LIVESTREAM:
https://www.universe.com/events/macphails-birthday-2023-streamed-live-tickets-GLT26H?mc_cid=5c2632043d&mc_eid=16a0d9ce2d
https://www.universe.com/events/macphails-birthday-2023-tickets-TL4GV2?mc_cid=5c2632043d&mc_eid=16a0d9ce2d
FREE REGISTRATION FOR LIVESTREAM:
https://www.universe.com/events/macphails-birthday-2023-streamed-live-tickets-GLT26H?mc_cid=5c2632043d&mc_eid=16a0d9ce2d
|
AGNES MACPHAIL
DOCUMENTARY "NO BED of ROSES: AGNES MACPHAIL'S LIFE IN POLITICS" NO BED OF ROSES If you missed the premiere of the documentary on Agnes Macphail on December 3, 2022 here is a link to the recording of all of the evening’s activities which Jane Penhale included in her Christmas letter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yk3uXYRdFEU |
Brief Description – No Bed of Roses: Agnes Macphail’s Life in Politics
Join the Friends of the South Grey Museum
as we pay homage to
Agnes Campbell Macphail — the Lady from Grey --
on Saturday evening, December 3, 2022, at Annesley United Church, Markdale.
Doors open at 6:30 pm: program begins at 7:00 pm.
Plan to be in attendance for the Premiere showing of a locally produced documentary:
“No Bed of Roses: Agnes Macphail’s Life in Politics.”
Through narration and readings this highly creative production showcases the talents of local personalities
and is generously illustrated by regional photography and art.
One hundred years ago, Agnes Macphail made history when she took her seat
in the House of Commons, Ottawa, as Canada’s very first female to be elected MP.
Join us for complementary coffee and desserts following the production.
The Friends thank the Grey Bruce Community Foundation and the Municipality of Grey Highlands for funding support.
Free will donations appreciated. For additional details and streaming information turn to
www.annesley.events.
Masks optional, but recommended.
Join the Friends of the South Grey Museum
as we pay homage to
Agnes Campbell Macphail — the Lady from Grey --
on Saturday evening, December 3, 2022, at Annesley United Church, Markdale.
Doors open at 6:30 pm: program begins at 7:00 pm.
Plan to be in attendance for the Premiere showing of a locally produced documentary:
“No Bed of Roses: Agnes Macphail’s Life in Politics.”
Through narration and readings this highly creative production showcases the talents of local personalities
and is generously illustrated by regional photography and art.
One hundred years ago, Agnes Macphail made history when she took her seat
in the House of Commons, Ottawa, as Canada’s very first female to be elected MP.
Join us for complementary coffee and desserts following the production.
The Friends thank the Grey Bruce Community Foundation and the Municipality of Grey Highlands for funding support.
Free will donations appreciated. For additional details and streaming information turn to
www.annesley.events.
Masks optional, but recommended.