Many Londoners pay homage to the roles played by John Graves Simcoe and Colonel Thomas Talbot in shaping and founding London as an agricultural, military and commercial headquarters for Southwestern Ontario. By January 1, 1855 London had grown from a town to “city”.

Starting January 1, 2005, Londoners will have the opportunity to join with other Londoners and organizations to celebrate and reflect on their changing and evolving city.