New Canadian Encyclopedia Article: The St. George’s Society of Toronto

Saint George, England’s patron saint, slaying a dragon

My latest article in the Historica Canada Canadian Encyclopedia is about The St. George’s Society of Toronto.

Founded in 1834, the St. George’s Society of Toronto is one of Canada’s oldest philanthropic organizations. The Society was created to assist English and Welsh immigrants, and promote patriotism among English Canadians. Today, the Society has three $1-million endowments and gifts, and makes annual donations to more than 20 charitable causes.

Click here to read the full article about The St George’s Society of Toronto in the Canadian Encyclopedia