Applewood Shaver Homestead

Visit the Applewood Shaver Homestead for a surprisingly rich slice of Canadian political and domestic history — this beautifully preserved 1852 farmhouse is the birthplace of J.S. Woodsworth, the visionary founder of the CCF and a direct ancestor of today's NDP. The home remained in the same family for over a century, and that continuity gives it a warmth that heritage plaques rarely capture. A quiet, reflective stop that rewards the historically curious. Perfect for after work — drop in solo or bring a friend. No experience necessary.