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It was Christmas magic for Soriya Moniz, 8, visiting with Santa on Saturday during West Lincoln Memorial Auxiliary’s annual
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Breakfast With Santa hosted at Peach King Centre. For more coverage, please turn to Page 25. McDonald - Photo
Nelles Manor a defining chapter in Canadian history Multiculturalism minister Ford says supporting heritage is a priority By Joanne McDonald NewsNow Nelles Manor Museum may belong to history but there are bills to be paid in the very real present. Michael Ford, Minister of Citizenship and Multicultur-
alism, was a very engaged student Thursday during a tour of Grimsby’s heritage jewel with Niagara West MPP Sam Oosterhoff. “When it comes to supporting heritage, it’s a priority for our ministry,” Ford
said, adding grant opportunities are available to assist with preservation and maintenance of the 1798 heritage home and ensuring that the museum is made aware of funding options. “I see heritage and the
foundation that has created on our province, and the importance of protecting it for generations to come.” The tour was one of four stops across Niagara including the British Methodist Episcopal Church Salem
Chapel in St. Catharines, the Brown Homestead in St. Catharines and the Lincoln Museum and Cultural Centre in Jordan Station. “We know that heritage and culture don’t have a See MANOR, Page 6