In 1879 an annual fair was begun on Toronto’s waterfront as an industrial exhibition to highlight technology in farming. Over the years the CNE or “Ex” as it has become known, has had many incarnations: a staging area for troops during WW2; a post-war showcase for inventions; a fun midway; and a stage that featured super stars such as Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys, and Anne Murray. The Ex also included many ethnic groups who subsequently started their own festivals in the City supported by their distinct media groups. See the Toronto 175 category for more episodes and information.
About Anne Martin
Since the mid 1970s, producer/host, Anne Martin, has been bringing stories to life through the medium of television. She thrives on tracking down the unusual and her work has encompassed history, geology, heritage and a positive outlook on the world around us. Read more about Anne Martin.