Doors Open Toronto - May 23 & 24, 2026
A cool and rainy day greeted those who ventured out to explore Toronto’s unique buildings and landmarks during this year’s Doors Open weekend, discovering the people, places, and stories that make our city a true global mosaic. Nearly 170 sites participated this year, and St. Peter’s was once again delighted to be part of the event.
Celebrating this year’s theme, “The World in a City,” visitors to the church were able to admire the beauty of our building, enjoy performances by the Toronto Estonian Men’s Choir, attend an organ concert by Erik Kreem, and meet stained glass artist Ernestine Tahedl.
On Sunday, guests could also take part in the musical services presented by the Salvation Army and the Toronto Korean Open Church. In the Guild Room, visitors were introduced to Estonia through a video presentation, with the space transformed into a small cinema for the occasion.
Visiting on Sunday were several members of the Estonian Parliamentary Friendship Group delegation including Chairman Mr. Peeter Tali, parliamentary member Tarmo Tamm and staff member Andreas-Ra Adoson.
Chairwoman Aida Shelton kept the volunteers and singers happy and well fed. A great thank you to all the organizers and volunteers whose hard work helped make this year’s event another great success. Photographs: Thomas Arget & Anne Liis Keelmann