Hochelega Rock placed to commemorate Iroquois village that stood near McGill campus

McGill’s 200-year history is made of thousands of stories, events, and experiences. This timeline can present only a fraction of these stories, highlighted under the following themes:

• General History: Explore the significant events and people who have shaped McGill into the university it is today.
• Built Environment: Discover stories behind the rich architecture of McGill’s buildings, some of which are amongst Montreal’s oldest.
• Impact: Uncover events and discoveries representing some of McGill’s greatest contributions to the world.
• Changing Faces: Delve into the stories of people who have paved the way for so many in the evolution of the University’s diversity.
• McGill in the Community: Learn about McGillians’ direct influence in Montreal and in Quebec.

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