Join Our Project at Simcoe County Museum

We’re on a mission to restore a 1917 Buckeye Model D Trencher, a rare historical piece with only three known in existence. Post-pandemic, our progress has slowed, and we need your skills and enthusiasm to get back on track.

Who We Need:

• Enthusiasts with or without mechanical experience
• Individuals passionate about heavy equipment restoration
• Volunteers available Wednesdays, 10am to 8pm, in Minesing, Ontario

Why Volunteer?

• Contribute to preserving a unique piece of heavy equipment history
• Collaborate with a team of dedicated volunteers
• Enhance your mechanical skills in a hands-on environment

Details:

• Location: Simcoe County Museum, Minesing, Ontario
• Time: Wednesdays, 10am to 8pm
• Contact: HCEA Canada Fleet Manager via the form below for more information

The Historical Construction Equipment Association of Canada (HCEAC) is dedicated to preserving and restoring construction equipment artifacts through the support of our community and passionate members.

All artifacts are donated, and restoration is done at the Simcoe County Museum (SCM) or members’ homes. We rely on donated supplies, labor, and transportation services.

We host a “Work Party” at the SCM every Wednesday from 10 am until dark. Special event work days are listed on our Event List. Members are welcome to drop in and join our maintenance group.

Our maintenance group oversees our “combined fleet” care, spending several days each spring and fall preparing and winterizing the equipment.

Join the HCEA in preserving Canada’s construction heritage. Participate in our weekly Work Party or donate supplies to help maintain our historical equipment fleet. Together, we’ll keep history alive.