What is The OntarioModel Soldier Society

The Ontario Model Soldier Society (O.M.S.S) is a provincially chartered non profit organization composed of members who share a common interest in military mimiatures and the study of military history.The society was founded in the early 1960's as a small circle of toy soldier collectors who met regularly to talk,spread information and foster the increasing popularity of their hobby. In the intervening years, interest in military figure modeling grew exponentially untill today it is without question the most vibrant area of the modeling hobby. The O.M.S.S. too, has grown over the years into a dynamic group that now numbers over 220 .Members come from all age groups and walks of life. Most hail from the Toronto area, but we have members from across Ontario, the rest of Canada and the U.S.A. The Society works hard to publicize and promote the hobby to the public and close ties are maintained with model soldier societies and modeling clubs worldwide. The society provides a meeting place for members to exchange information about their various fields of interest. improve their skills though frequent workshops and lectures and to buy,sell and trade amongst themselves. A select group of dealers also attends every meeting and offers the latest figures and finest kits to thr membership, usually at excellent prices unavailable to the general public. Members share a keen interest in military history and historical art, centering on model soldiers of all kinds.No matter what your particular historical period of interest happens to be, you will meet fellow members who share it. Interest range from the ancients to the present times. The wealth of research information our members have collected individually is monumental and very seldom does a request for information go unanswered. Many O.M.S.S. members are recognized authorities on uniforms, drill, weapons, equipment,wargaming, militaria -- and of course, painting in oils, enamels or acrylics, sculpting, converting, mold making, casting in lead or resin, finishing wooden bases.... enthusiasm is the common denominator and there is something to interest everyone .GUARANTEED. Prospective new members and guests are always most welcome at our meetings, so why not come and see for yourself what history in miniature is all about? You may discover a whole new world that will change your leisure hours forever.