Grimsby 100
Join us in celebrating Grimsby's centennial year throughout 2022! Make sure to follow this page to keep up to date!
Neutrals First Peoples inhabited the Grimsby area until the 1650s. Then, in 1770, Loyalist settlers arrived, referring to the area as "The Forty" after the Forty Mile Creek. In 1876, "The Forty" was first incorporated as "The Village of Grimsby." However, the Town of Grimsby was not officially formed until 1922, therefore making 2022 Grimsby's centennial year.
To celebrate the history and legacy of Grimsby, staff are facilitating various projects, events, and service enhancements to commemorate this milestone. Celebrating a centennial year is a great accomplishment that requires proactive planning and organization.
Grimsby Centennial Celebrations will occur throughout the 2022 year, and they will be be carried out with the following objectives:
- Commemorating our history
- Celebrating our legacy and future
- Connecting with residents and visitors
Commemorating our history
Grimsby's centennial year is an opportune time to reflect on our community's rich heritage and culture. Building on the existing network of historical plaques, celebrating heritage through local art, and providing platforms for sharing local history will enable a solid connection to Grimsby's storied past.
Celebrating our Legacy and Future
Throughout COVID-19, many local special events and celebrations have been on hold or undergone significant modification. In 2022, Grimsby will host several new events alongside the return to traditional special event offerings to recognize Grimsby's centennial.
Connecting with Residents and Visitors
Grimsby’s community is an engaged and active one, who will want to share stories and actively participate in celebrating this centennial year. Connecting with residents and visitors through storytelling, educational opportunities and a strong communication plan will ensure that the 2022 year is one to remember.
Tell Your Story
Help us wish Grimsby a happy 100th birthday by sharing your favourite story that makes you proud!
Please share your stories that may be less well known but are essential to capture. It does not have to be a written story; you can also share your thoughts, pictures or ideas about Grimsby that might connect to other residents. Each of the stories we receive deserves to be shared and celebrated. So each month, we plan to feature unique stories on our social media platforms - please indicate on your post if you would not like it to be shared further.
As we start this conversation, we need your help to ensure your stories help our histories to be as inclusive as possible. Please remember that this is a safe space to share your thoughts, feelings and opinions. By sharing, you are helping to foster a community conversation. However, we ask that you do so in a responsible, respectful manner if you are inclined to use strong language. Words are powerful, so please choose them wisely.
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Customer Service Team
Phone 905-945-1288 Email recreation@grimsby.ca