Then and Now

Then and Now shares historical photos and personal stories of past people, places, and events and connects them to their significance today.They are made possible through the continued support of Waterdown Collision as part of our Community Leaders Program.

THEN AND NOW: Only the best for movie-goers at Clappison Drive-In

Opened in 1951, the local movie spot had 1,000 parking spots, a concession stand and playground

Dec 10, 2024 10:30 AM Read more >

THEN AND NOW: The evolution of a Waterdown landmark

The Quonset hut at the corner of Cedar and Hamilton streets housed Watedown Legion Branch 551 then Mortimer's Meats before the current modern building was constructed

Nov 10, 2024 2:45 PM Read more >

THEN AND NOW: Cobblestone bridge became 'the soul' of Webster's Falls

Opened in 1938, the unique structure was slated for demolition in the '90s - but the community rallied to save it

Oct 10, 2024 11:15 AM Read more >

THEN AND NOW: All aboard for Flamboro Station in Carlisle

Built at the height of the railway boom in the early 20th century, Flamboro Station was a passenger stop on the Hamilton-Guelph CPR line for decades

Sep 10, 2024 12:45 PM Read more >

THEN AND NOW: From classrooms to condos at Waterdown High

Former school at the corner of Dundas and Hamiton Streets now houses residents - some of them former students

Aug 10, 2024 2:45 PM Read more >

THEN AND NOW: The changing face of Waterdown's 'four corners'

The intersection at Dundas and Main has been home to many businesses over the years

Jul 14, 2024 9:30 AM Read more >

THEN AND NOW: The changing face of Waterdown's 'four corners'

The intersection at Dundas and Main has been home to many businesses over the years

Jul 10, 2024 8:30 AM Read more >

ICYMI Clappison's Corners, then and now

The junction at highways 5 and 6 has transformed from an 1850s stagecoach stop to a high-traffic area - and it's slated to undergo even bigger changes in the next few years

Jun 22, 2024 12:15 PM Read more >

THEN AND NOW: The evolution of Clappison's Corners

The junction at highways 5 and 6 has transformed from an 1850s stagecoach stop to a high-traffic area - and it's slated to undergo even bigger changes in the next few years

Jun 10, 2024 12:30 PM Read more >

THEN AND NOW: Sealey Park holds a wealth of Waterdown history

The small public space at the foot of Main Street was the original home of Waterdown Public and Continuation School

May 15, 2024 11:45 AM Read more >

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