Who ARE WE?
Our Mission
We are a not-for-profit organization that exists to enhance and enable the work of protecting, conserving, restoring and promoting the preservation of the artefacts and history related to early rural life in Eastern Ontario.
Our members come from a wide variety of backgrounds. Some of us are well established collectors and some are new enthusiasts. Regardless of our own interests, we are all committed to preserving the machines, tools, and techniques that made the settlement of this area possible.
In addition to four general meetings per year, our members can often be found exhibiting and demonstrating at local fairs and events. Look for the Vintage Iron and Traditions logo. If you see us please stop by and say hi!
Why join viteo?
VITEO is actively seeking collectors and enthusiasts to join our established membership base! We are a welcoming and supportive club whose members love to share our passion for vintage equipment, heritage techniques and collecting in general.
A membership in VITEO has a number of benefits, including:
- connections with like-minded enthusiasts throughout Ontario, Quebec and beyond
- a subscription to our VITEO newsletter and email notices
- a VITEO ball cap (new members only)
- access to club social events and general meetings
- notice of upcoming activities, fairs, and shows
Who joins viteo?
Our members consist of well established collectors, those new to the hobby, and enthusiasts.
While we do not limit the kinds of collections (and collectors) who join us, our interests are predominantly around items and techniques traditionally found in rural Canada, especially Eastern Ontario.
Our members currently have collections that include:
- steam engines
- gas engines
- antique tractors
- farm implements
- woodworking tools
- metalworking tools and blacksmithing
- spinning and weaving
- household goods
- ..and much, much more!