Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre will be going to the dogs Sunday, August 26, when canines of all descriptions—and their owners, of course—gather in the Don Valley for a free, family fun afternoon celebrating all things doggy. Strut your stuff in the Best Trick contest and take part in the trick training session where you’ll teach your dog to ring a bell. Is your dog a singer? Then enter him or her in the Pup Idol contest. Winners will receive prizes. A special feature of the event is the opportunity to take the Canadian Kennel Club’s Good Neighbour Test, a 12-step, non-competitive drill being conducted for just $25 during Todmorden’s Dog Days of Summer (pre-registration is required; contact Kelly at 416 396 2819). The CGN test allows dog and handler the chance to demonstrate confidence and control through a series of challenges. Dogs are evaluated on their ability to perform basic exercises as well as their demonstration of good manners in everyday situations. The Canadian Kennel Club encourages all dog owners to participate in the program, ensuring that our beloved canines are welcome and respected members of our communities. All graduates receive a certificate. Also on site will be booths from dog organizations, a canine chiropractor, shops, and crafters. Event runs from 12 noon – 4 pm and parking is free. Dogs must be on 6 foot leashes (no retractable-leads please) and owners are asked to stoop and scoop. City of Toronto Culture, Museums and Heritage Services, operates 10 historic museums offering public, education and special event programming. Nestled in the Don Valley at 67 Pottery Road, the Todmorden Mills site features historic homes, the Brewery Gallery, the Papermill Theatre & Gallery, an historic train station and a 9.2 hectare wild flower preserve. Toronto is Canada's largest city and sixth largest government, and home to a diverse population of about 2.6 million people. It is the economic engine of Canada and one of the greenest and most creative cities in North America. In the past three years Toronto has won more than 50 awards for quality and innovation in delivering public services. Toronto's government is dedicated to prosperity, opportunity and livability for all its residents.
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