Oakville Memories: Old & New
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On the Water
River Rat Race. Courtesy of the Town of Oakville
River Rat Race. Courtesy of the Town of Oakville Details

With its roots found in the shipping industry, Oakville has a long history on the water that continues to this day. Below are some stories that pay tribute to the wonders of Lake Ontario and its contribution to our community.



The Harbourmaster (1990s) By Doug Hines

Lake Ontario: The old lady sure has changed (1970s) By Judy Wedeles

The Story of the Harbour (1800s) By Lance Naismith, Oakville Historical Society

The Luckiest Man in the Navy (1940s) By Roy Allen, The Aspley Voice (July 2005)
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Virtual exhibit Created by Jacquelyn Bennett, 2010. Copyright of Oakville Images. Use of any material from this project requires permission of the rightsholder(s). Oakville Memories is an ongoing project made possible through the efforts of Oakville Public Library, Oakville Historical Society, Oakville Museum at Erchless Estate, the Town of Oakville
Appleby College, Bronte Historical Society, and Trafalgar Township Historical Society.
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