# Event Details - **Event Name**: Flying with Billy Bishop - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 12:30 pm - **Event Description**: Discover the unique history of Billy Bishop City Airport, and how this former military training base now connects Toronto to the world.About this EventFrom flying boats and wartime pilots to commuter flights skimming the Toronto waterfront, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has spent more than 85 years connecting the city to the world. This waterfront walk traces the airport’s remarkable evolution through stories of aviation pioneers, Norwegian airmen, island amusement parks, and the communities shaped by the harbour’s constant movement and change. Discover how this small island airport became a gateway for millions—and how global events, innovation, and local debates transformed Toronto’s shoreline along the way.About the Tour LeaderShannon Buskermolen is an Emerging Historian with Heritage Toronto. She completed a graduate certificate program in Museum and Cultural Management at Centennial College and is currently working towards her Library Technician diploma with Durham College. Shannon holds a double MA in International War Studies from University College Dublin and the University of Potsdam, and a BA Honours in Anthropology and History from Trent University. Shannon is dedicated to sharing her passion for history and culture with others through public programming and writing.Start Point: Southwest corner of Queens Quay West and Eireann Quay (659R Queens Quay W)Our staff and volunteers will be at the tour's starting location 30 minutes prior to each tour. Please arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to the start of the tour to allow time for check-in. Feel free to call us at (647) 542-3450 if you are having trouble finding the start location.End Point: Billy Bishop Airport Terminal Atrium (2 Eireann Quay)Length of Tour: Approximately 90 minutesDistance and Terrain: This tour is approximately 1.1 kilometres in distance and takes place predominantly on paved city sidewalks and streets, with some non-paved urban parks.Ticket Price and Registration: This tour is provided for $8.00/person. The total cost is $10.05 (includes a $2.05 transaction fee). Please note that space is limited on our tours. You may not be able to join a tour group if you have not registered ahead of time. Cash cannot be accepted onsite.This tour uses individual audio headsets. All registered participants will be provided with an individual headset that will allow you to hear the tour guide throughout the tour. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/e9668b50-92df-11f1-8f1c-cf8ce96ac258-rimg-w1200-h300-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/toronto/flying-with-billy-bishop/100001988961314834 - **Event Categories**: workshops, it - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: 659R Queens Quay W - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 11.04, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Toronto - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: 659R Queens Quay W - **lat**: 43.63536 - **long**: -79.39849 - **full address**: 659R Queens Quay W, 659R Queens Quay West, Toronto, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Flying with Billy Bishop - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/1d3c082f71eafee45ac2dd391a9c9202276edccf6c57baec2bb0ec1b880c1840-rimg-w1200-h800-dceef0f1-gmir.jpg?v=1781973440 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Flying with Billy Bishop being held? - **A:** Flying with Billy Bishop takes place on Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 12:30 pm at 659R Queens Quay W, 659R Queens Quay West, Toronto, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Flying with Billy Bishop? - **A:** Flying with Billy Bishop is organized by Heritage Toronto. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Flying with Billy Bishop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Toronto, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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