Empires in Touch: Comparing Notes from Toronto

A public conversation among leading historians about the experience of writing history of law, empire, and colonialism from Toronto.

Date and time

Thursday, July 10 · 5:45 - 8pm EDT. Doors at 5:15pm

Location

Alumni Hall

Saint Joseph Street Toronto, ON M5S 3C2 Canada

Agenda

5:45 PM - 5:55 PM

Welcome from LHE

5:55 PM - 6:40 PM

Conversation, led by Mary Mitchell

6:40 PM - 7:00 PM

Audience Q & A

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Reception - NB: Reception is at Father Madden Hall, across from Alumni Hall

About this event

Event lasts 2 hours 15 minutes

Empires in Touch: Comparing Notes from Toronto

Join us for a public conversation, part of the Legal Histories of Empire 2025 conference, about the experiences and challenges of writing history in Toronto while living in, between, and among empires.

The event, hosted by Mary Mitchell, features three historians based at the University of Toronto - Cindy Ewing, Melanie J. Newton, and Heidi Bohaker.

A reception will follow.

Admission is free, but seats are limited!

5:45-8:00 p.m., (Event @ 100 Alumni Hall; Reception @ Father Madden Hall)

NB: Registered participants in the LHE conference do not require a separate registration to attend this event.

Frequently asked questions

Is Alumni Hall accessible?

Yes, there is an accessible entrance to the building, and to the lecture theatre; conference volunteers will be available to assist.

Is this event free and open to the public?

Yes, this event is free and open to the public. It is the first evening event in the Legal Histories of Empire 2025 conference, hosted at the University of Saint Michael's College at the University of Toronto. Space, however, is limited - please book a ticket to attend.

Do registered participants in the LHE conference have to register separately for this event?

No, registered participants in the LHE conference do not need to register.