[3] Napier Simpson, a restoration architect in Ontario devoted his professional life to raising public awareness of the importance of heritage conservation including the Black Creek Pioneer Village project.

[4] The pioneer village consists of over forty 19th century buildings, decorated in the style of the 1860s with period furnishings.

The site also features historical re-enactments and visiting artisans, along with an annual Mennonite fair.

A core of buildings built by the Stong family are on their original sites, while others have been moved in from across Southern Ontario.

The decision was made by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Board of Directors.