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McGregor Music Festival celebrates 35th annual event

Rain that poured down for part of the day June 14 didn’t slow down the McGregor Music Festival. People came under the pavilion at Co-An Park to enjoy seven bands, a pig auction, raffles, a rib/chicken dinner and more. The All Nighters (left) were one of the bands with the Border City Brass band (right) also entertaining the large crowd at the 35th annual festival. Proceeds benefit the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation and the fundraising total will be announced in July. Photo at left by Donna Tuckwell, photo at right by Ron Giofu

By Donna Tuckwell For 35 years, the McGregor Music Festival has combined live entertainment, community spirit and charitable giving, and this year’s event continued that tradition despite rainy weather for part of the day last Sunday, June 14. Hundreds of people attended the annual festival throughout the day at Co-An Park in McGregor, enjoying music, food, raffles and family-friendly activities while helping raise funds for the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation. Organizers expected attendance to approach 1,000 people by the time the festival’s popular pig draw took place later in the afternoon. Festival chairperson Susan LeClair said all proceeds from this year’s event will support the foundation’s patient assistance program, which helps individuals and families manage the financial burdens that often accompany a cancer diagnosis. “The money we raise goes to the Cancer Center Foundation,” said LeClair. “This year it’s going to

patients’ assistance to help people that can’t afford to pay their bills because we all know that cancer hits you financially not just as a disease.” Although rain fell throughout much of the day, it did little to discourage festival-goers. By mid-afternoon, approximately 200 people had already visited the grounds, with more expected to arrive as the day progressed. Rain cleared up later in the afternoon, and people streamed in and resumed sitting outside in lawn chairs and on picnic tables. In addition to live entertainment, attendees had the opportunity to take part in several prize draws and raffles. A car show was also held, with car owners braving the wet weather and continuing to support the festival. “WestJet has been one of our major sponsors by giving us two tickets to anywhere they fly,” LeClair said. The festival’s success, she added, is made possible through the efforts of numerous volunteers and community partners who dedicate their time and resources each year.

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Town council not to pursue DC grant, offers different solution By Ron Giofu An application under the CanadaOntario Development Charge Reduction program will not be submitted by the Town of Amherstburg. Citing too much risk and not enough reward, town council instead unanimously passed a motion put on the table by Councillor Peter Courtney that both provincial and federal levels of government create a grant program that would see consumers directly reimbursed by upper levels of government of development charges in order to incentivize home purchasing. He rejected the CanadaOntario Development Charge Reduction program, stating “there’s nothing good about this one.” A presentation was done at the start of the roughly 45-minute meeting this past Monday evening by CAO Valerie Critchley and Deputy CAO/director of development services Melissa Osborne, with Mayor Michael Prue saying the presentation was appreciated as it was a difficult grant process for council members and the general public to understand. “It is a complex grant, so much so that I spent the better part of an hour on the phone with AMO (the Association of Municipalities of Ontario), the ministry (of municipal affairs and housing) and other administrators last Thursday getting details and trying to get the ins and outs of this,” said Critchley. Another hour-long call was made earlier in the day Monday with Critchley, Osborne and staff from other municipalities trying to get clarification. Critchley noted the town’s understanding of the program was correct, and

that development charge-related projects that have already been covered by grant funding were not eligible for the new program. Osborne stated there is a misconception that up to 90 per cent of reductions, either 30 or 50 per cent, could be covered by a grant. In Amherstburg’s case, road projects in the southeast quadrant such as Fryer St. and Lowes Side Road would have been covered, but the grant funding would have only covered development charges (DC’s) that would have been used in paying for that. “It’s up to 90 per cent of recoverable DC’s for project costs,” she said. The road project would have been $8.6 million but Osborne stated calculations that $7.7 million would have been covered by the grant are incorrect. “The actual math is that the grant would afford you $4.4 million and you would be paying $4.16 million of the project,” said Osborne. Osborne said by not submitting the grant, the town would be eligible to leverage its development charges for services related to highway for $4.9 million collected through development charges for growth-related projects. The second piece of the grant program is the town would have to give up 30-50 per cent of the entire development charges, she said, noting there are several types of development charges. “You would have to reduce them by 30-50 per cent in totality but they’re made up of several different types of development charges,” said Osborne. If the town were to cut DC’s by 30-50 per cent, revenue would be reduced by $3.5 million to $6.1 million. Osborne said the

development charge related to highways would be the only DC category to benefit from the grant, but she said every other development charge that would be cut to get the grant, money must be replenished to those charges. “Mathematically, what that means is of your lost revenue of $3.5 million to the $6.1 million, the only group that is benefitting makes up 13 per cent of your DC revenue,” said Osborne. Money the town would have to make up would come through either tax increases, increases to such things as water and wastewater rates or the elimination of capital projects and redirecting reserve money to DC’s not benefitting from the grant. “This is highly complex. It’s been a challenge for us to unravel and ask questions to get answers from the province and from other sources to make sure we understood it,” said Osborne. Councillor Diane Pouget pointed out at least three other Essex County municipalities have applied for the funding and wondered “what the difference was between them and us?” Critchley noted the phone call earlier in the day was orchestrated by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing’s regional office in London as “they feared there was some confusion about how the grant would work.” Critchley added it was made clear on the call that municipalities can only get 90 per cent of eligible DC’s back and that any DC’s not directly benefitting would have to be replenished. “I think we may see some additional information coming from other administrations back to their councils,” she

said, adding funding doesn’t have to be accepted or transfer agreements don’t have to be entered into. Critchley said the province is doing its best to clarify information that has been put out. She added the call for grants went out June 2 and applications have to be in by June 19. “That’s an extremely tight timeline to understand something of this magnitude and something that could have significant impacts for a capital budget for a municipality,” said Critchley. Councillor Linden Crain interpreted Osborne’s report as it being not a grant that town council is not recommended to apply for. Osborne said it is a decision of council but administration put forth financial information and risks to proceed. Osborne added before any project goes forward, a model to see how the DC’s would be applied would be run. “What do we get and what do we give?” asked Councillor Don McArthur. McArthur asked if there is a risk of DC's being cut and not getting a grant. Osborne said the idea would have been to approve in principle and “the difference is rather than leveraging $4.4 million in your development charges reserve, you would get a grant. In return, you would reduce development charges so that the building community would pay half of what they’re paying now at which point you would create a deficit in the majority of those developers charges by not having received that revenue, giving them a discount, and you will need to increase taxes and/or user fees and/or cut other reserves to make those ones whole. That’s really the trade off.”

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Woman facing charges after reported hit-and-run with paramedics The Windsor Police Service states that a 39-year-old woman was charged following an alleged hit-and-run incident involving an ambulance in Amherstburg. On June 8 shortly before 1 p.m., officers responded to a report of a vehicle collision in the 100 block of Pickering Dr. Through investigation, police say officers learned that paramedics were

returning to their ambulance after completing a call for service when a vehicle narrowly missed one of them, forcing them to move out of the way. It was further alleged the vehicle then struck the ambulance, mounted a curb, and fled the area

without stopping. Officers investigated and quickly identified the suspect, who was then located at a residence in the 300 block of Hawthorn Crescent. Police add the suspect has been charged under the Highway Traffic Act with careless driving and failure to remain at the scene of a collision. Anyone with information is asked to

contact the Windsor Police Service Traffic Enforcement Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 7032. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www. catchcrooks.com. —Information courtesy of the Windsor Police Service

Family Health Team welcomes provincial funding, hiring new staff By Ron Giofu The Amherstburg Family Health Team is excited to receive a share of recently announced provincial funding. As part of a recent announcement made by Essex MPP Anthony Leardi, the province is investing more than $1,421,400 this year to connect up to 4,022 people to primary care in Essex County. Leardi stated over 4,000 people in Essex County will have primary care thanks to the provincial government. Frank Minardi, executive director with the AFHT, said that will help with staffing, including a new part-time

nurse practitioner. “That’s huge and creates more access for our patients,” said Minardi. Administrative help will also be hired with the AFHT’s share of the funding. Minardi also pointed out programming will be created with the Harrow Health Centre. “We’re in the midst of hiring for those positions,” said Minardi. There will be more space to roster patients and more programming, he added, with Minardi stating a doctor is returning to the AFHT in June after having a child. Minardi said they will likely receive $300,000-$400,000, though he told the

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RTT earlier this month he is awaiting the final amount. They are grateful to receive funds, having originally applied last fall, Minardi added. “The three of us (Amherstburg, Lakeshore and Harrow) started the application process in September and October,” said Minardi. The application for funding was submitted to the province last November.

Minardi said there was a call for submissions and this was the second round of applications the three Essex County health care partners submitted. “We already offer great programs for our patients,” said Minardi. “We’re excited to offer more for the community of Amherstburg.” For more information on the Amherstburg Family Health Team, call 519-736-7770 or visit their website at www.afht.ca.

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Town council passes on Canada-Ontario DC reduction program grant application Continued from Page 2 said.

McArthur asked if the town would have been put at a competitive disadvantage, with Osborne doubting that it would. The deputy CAO added she wasn’t sure a reduction of DC’s would make or break a home sale, noting contacts in real estate say it’s still about “location, location, location.” Deputy Mayor Chris Gibb wanted to know what happens if more homes are built in three years than projected, wondering if the town is giving more in DC discounts than the town is getting from the grant. “It’s almost like we’re speculating here,” said Gibb. Osborne said if more homes are built than anticipated, then more will become the responsibility of the community to replenish the funds. Courtney thanked administration for clearing up issues and “decoding” the information. While there was no official recommendation from administration, he interpreted the information presented as it not being a smart move to proceed. “There’s no guarantees here,” he

Courtney said mortgage rates “are going through the roof” and said “houses are not moving.” “I want to stay away from this, from all angles of it,” he said. Courtney added there are 1,100 homes planned for the southeast quadrant of Amherstburg, but cautioned how many people can afford homes right now. “I don’t like any of this. I think it’s a shell game. I think we need to look at this from a mile high,” said Courtney. Courtney also pointed out the 17-day window to apply. “How negligent is that?” he asked. Noting he “is not testing the waters here,” Courtney added he is unwilling to apply under the proposed program. “I say no, no, no,” he said. Courtney made his motion, adding housing is a federal and provincial responsibility. “Here’s the reality,” he said. “They want the town to take the risk and possibly not get the full reward.” The motion would “throw it back in the faces” of upper levels of government and wanted to see a homeowner take documents to upper levels of

government and ask for a rebate cheque to be sent to their homes. Gibb added he believes there is risk to the existing homeowners in Amherstburg should the town have proceeded down the path of this grant program. “Development charges are there to protect existing homeowners from shouldering the costs of new development,” said Gibb. “If we were successful (in the grant), this is just going to put costs on the existing homeowner they’d have to make up for.” Gibb added the Canada-Ontario Development Charge Reduction program doesn’t work for Amherstburg and believed if upper levels of government want to reduce DC charges, “they should write a cheque directly to the homeowner.” “That’s really the simple way to do that,” he said. “I don’t want to see us put costs on our existing taxpayers to generate development. Crain said he liked the concept of a homeowner being able to control the reimbursement. He added development charge reductions will not lead to increased development.

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“I don’t see it being effective,” he said. “I just find it overly complex and I don’t think it will be effective in the southeast quadrant.” “It has been said that this is not for towns like ours. This is for big cities,” added Prue. “This is for places like Mississauga, Brampton and Toronto, where development charges are over $100,000 each. This is not for a little place like this where we have to shave off a small percentage and people will still have to pay some. The reduction in the cost of a home in Amherstburg would be marginal.” The mayor didn’t think the federal and provincial plan was well thought out. “It was done in a hurry,” he said, hopeful other federal and provincial programs will be offered coming forward. Pouget added she fully supported the motion. “We’re not saying a flat out no. We’re saying no thank you. It would not be good for our community. Councillor Courtney is offering another idea on how they can help our community to grow,” she said.

The future of policing in Amherstburg requires public transparency As a concerned resident, taxpayer, and former member of the Amherstburg Police Service, I am deeply troubled by the lack of public transparency surrounding the future of policing in our town. The decision about who will police Amherstburg after 2028 is one of the most important choices this council will make. Yet, to date, there has not been a single public meeting dedicated to this issue. When Amherstburg transitioned from

its own police service to Windsor Police, public meetings were held and residents were given the opportunity to ask questions, express concerns, and be heard. That same standard should apply now. Policing represents one of the largest budget costs borne by Amherstburg taxpayers. Residents deserve openness, clear information, and meaningful public consultation before any decision is made. The Town has an agreement with Windsor Police until 2028. However,

with Windsor indicating it will no longer provide contracted policing after that time, it is unacceptable for the mayor and administration not to meet publicly and discuss the path forward with the taxpayers. I am also troubled that returning to a local Amherstburg police service appears to be dismissed so quickly on the basis that it would cost too much, without any public recognition that many residents may want that option fully considered.

Residents deserve to know what options are being reviewed, what resources and costs are being compared, and how any recommendation will return to Council. To date, little to no public information has been provided. Taxpayers deserve accountability, consultation, and a voice in this important decision. Respectfully, —Frank Cleminson Amherstburg

Resident shares idea for sculpture based on monument in Ottawa With National Indigenous Peoples Day approaching on Sunday, June 21, and talk locally of recognition of the aboriginal presence in our area, perhaps ideas could come from the National Aboriginal Veterans Monument in Ottawa. The monument was designed to

reflect all Indigenous peoples in Canada: First Nations, Métis and Inuit. It depicts four warriors (two men and two women), facing the four cardinal directions, with four animal figures as spirit guides: the elk, for its sharp senses, the buffalo, for its tenacity, the bear, for its healing powers and the Member of the

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wolf, for its family values. A triumphant eagle is perched at the top of the sculpture to represent both the Creator (Thunderbird) and Indigenous spirit. The present monument was the result of the perseverance of aboriginal peoples and, as we know, perseverance builds character and character

builds hope (Romans 5:4). Perhaps the provincial and federal governments could assist the Town in hope for a proper aboriginal recognition. —Terry Hall Amherstburg

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MNR minister announces funding to deal with old oil and gas wells By Ron Giofu The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has announced more funding to help the region deal with old oil and gas wells that are still in the area. Minister of Natural Resources Mike Harris was at the Essex County Civic Centre last Tuesday afternoon announcing that the Ontario government is investing an additional $7.8 million so communities, including Amherstburg, can deal with old oil and gas wells that could be found on properties. Over $1.2 million has already been used in Essex County. The provincial government says the increased funding of $7.8 million brings this year’s total investment to $10.8 million “to help municipalities safely plug more wells and strengthen local emergency preparedness and response efforts.” Of the more than $1.2 million that has been received in this region, it has been used over the past three years under the Municipal Legacy Wells Transfer Payment Program to purchase communication, decontamination and gas detection equipment, conduct health, safety and emergency management training for staff, develop public awareness and education materials and update emergency response plans. Mapping of where currently known and where future wells are found is also anticipated. “Our government is taking action to deal with old oil and gas wells before they become a problem,” said Harris. “This investment will provide

Minister of Natural Resources Mike Harris was in Essex June 9, where he announced an additional $7.8 million to help landowners and municipalities deal with old oil and gas wells found on the properties. Members of Essex County council were on hand as were area fire officials.

landowners and local leaders with the tools they need to protect their communities, support local jobs and give families greater peace of mind.” Harris said there are approximately 27,000 old oil and gas wells that are known of in the province, but cautioned there are countless more that have not yet been discovered or are officially unaccounted for. “Most of them are 100-years-old,” said Harris. The Ontario government states the $10.8 million investment includes $6 million for the Abandoned Works Program to safely plug more wells; $3 million for the Municipal Legacy Wells Transfer Payment Program, enabling municipalities to purchase specialized equipment, deliver critical training programs and enhance emergency

response to keep communities safe; and $1.8 million for science and research to better understand and mitigate risks posed by oil and gas wells. Essex MPP Anthony Leardi praised his colleague for his work on the matter and for helping to provide funds for Essex County and ChathamKent. Leardi said Harris has mastered the duties of his ministry and knows the issues communities face. A working group at the county level has been meeting and planning regarding the matter of old oil and gas wells and they were part of a two-day symposium on the issue that Harris was a part of. Warden Hilda MacDonald thanked the Ontario government for this investment in the county as well as past investments and commitments,

the latter including the regional megahospital, the NextStar Battery plant and the expansion of Highway 3. “This shows the impact of regional collaboration,” said MacDonald, of the most recent announcement. “No single municipality can tackle it all.” County CAO Sandra Zwiers noted the partners were brought together to deal with the issue, adding the county also held an emergency exercise of a mock disaster dealing with a former well. Amherstburg fire chief Michael Mio also offered thanks to the province and noted the working relationship between the county and each municipality’s fire departments “Collaboration is critical,” said Mio. Mio said there are about 20 wells known to be in Amherstburg and “hundreds” more across Essex County. The Amherstburg fire chief added that local fire departments would handle the call if a well is discovered on private property but the county has resources and equipment that could be tapped into to help cap the well and deal with the matter. “Our government is committed to protecting Ontario by reducing risks before they become emergencies,” Jill Dunlop, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response, said in a press release. “By investing in safe management of legacy oil and gas wells, we are strengthening local preparedness and equipping municipalities with tools they need to respond quickly and effectively – helping keep communities safe today and into the future.”

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Pietrangelo looking to bring business experience to town council By Ron Giofu Tony Pietrangelo ran a business in Amherstburg for three decades and now wants to bring that experience to town council. Pietrangelo is running for a councillor position in the Oct. 26 municipal election. The retired restaurant owner believes he brings a lot to the table. “I’ve been in business in Amherstburg for 30 years or more,” he said. “Now I’m retired and I see my tax dollars going up. What my taxes are going towards I’m not happy about. I’ve come to the conclusion the town needs business people on council.” Pietrangelo, who owned the former Maria’s Restaurant, currently sits on the town’s accessibility advisory committee and the parks and recreation advisory committee. He said he wants answers to issues of concern in Amherstburg. “I’m not a politician. I don’t have the answers. I have questions,” he said.

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With industries leaving town, Pietrangelo said more needs to be done to attract more industries and business in general. “We say we welcome businesses. We keep pushing them away,” he contended. “We keep putting roadblocks in front of them and they go somewhere else. We

need people on council that can strategically negotiate with businesses that want to move into our town.” Pietrangelo wants to find out more why the population is growing even though industries have left. He added small businesses need to be supported, noting they are the lifeblood of the community. “We’ve got to keep supporting them,” he said. Amherstburg has to attract jobs of the future and use its location near the Canada-U.S. border to do so. “Amherstburg is located very strategically,” said Pietrangelo. “We should use that to our advantage and we’re not.” Determining what needs and wants actually are is key, he added, and the Town of Amherstburg is “overspending in areas where we shouldn’t be overspending.” He cited the new fire hall as an example of that. “The town owns too many buildings that need repair,” said Pietrangelo, who suggested some be sold off with the

proceeds used on infrastructure. He also questioned the amount of parkland the town has, suggesting “maybe get rid of some of that parkland and use that for infrastructure as well.” Ensuring a maintenance fund is in place to cover costs is also important, he added. Open Air Weekends are “a benefit for Amherstburg,” Pietrangelo believes. He added from the businesses he has spoken to, they were “OK with it.” “I just want what is best for Amherstburg,” he said. “Our location is beautiful. We have to build on it. This is the Florida of Canada.” The town should also build on its heritage aspects and take advantage of the history that is here. Pietrangelo added he wants to “bring everyone together” and help as many people he can if he is elected to town council. Candidates have until Aug. 21 at 2 p.m. to file for a council or school board position.

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“Drive for your Community” was held last Saturday (June 13) at Joe Meloche Ford with people who took a test drive helping raise money for the local youth centre. Every test drive, or those who filled out the form, led to a $30 donation for The House. “We had a pretty good day,” said program director Morghan Shearon. Board member Amy Bailey agreed. “We’ve had a decent amount of people show their support,” said Bailey. A final total was not available as of press time, but by around 1 p.m., The House had raised in the neighbourhood of $3,000. Ford Motor Co. donates to a maximum of $6,000 under the program. Bailey said The House reached out to Joe Meloche Ford when they were fundraising for Amherstburg’s Coldest Night of the Year. That’s when it was learned the “Drive for your Community” event was returning and that The House was going to be the first recipient of funding when the program returned.

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Funds raised will help the general operation of The House Youth Centre, which is located within the Amherstburg Community Hub at 320 Richmond St. The House’s annual golf tournament returns to Sutton Creek Golf Club in McGregor July 11 with a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. Shearon said that includes 18 holes, a lunch at the turn, drinks at the turn compliments of G.L. Heritage Brewing Co., and a steak dinner. Bailey said they want to reach the 144 maximum tournaments are allowed,

adding they usually get 120-130 golfers. Shearon added they have close to 70 signed up now. Cost is $175 per player. A link to sign up can be found on The House’s Facebook and Instagram pages. For more on The House and the programming it offers, visit their website at www. thehouseyouthcentre.com or call 519-7366811. The House’s programming is on a summer break except for their counselling services, which remain every Thursday for ages 12-25 from 2-6 p.m.

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Fort Malden Medieval Faire returns to Amherstburg

Jousting was one of the highlights of the Fort Malden Medieval Faire last weekend at Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada (left). A birds of prey demonstration saw many species shown, including a steppe eagle (middle). Zoltan the Adequate eats fire during his performance the morning of June 13. The second annual festival was June 13-14 and presented by Faires.ca.

By Ron Giofu Medieval times and the age of pirates returned to Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada last weekend. For the second consecutive year, the Fort Malden Medieval Faire came to Amherstburg and jousting, pirate games, entertainment, vendors, magicians, stage shows, and an evening tavern were among the festivities on the grounds over the two days. The June 13-14 event was presented by Faires.ca, with performers making Amherstburg a stop along their travels across the province. Many of those in attendance joined the performers on hand in being there in costume and getting into the spirit of the event. Scott and Jen Kopetski of LaSalle came out last Saturday morning and liked what they saw. “We heard about it and it’s new, so we came out,” said Scott. “We’ve been to a few. Scott said they have been to Michigan for Renaissance fairs but said it was nice to have one closer to home. He added they have also seen such fairs when living in California. “It’s nice to have one outside instead of in a warehouse like one we saw in San Francisco,” he said. Both said they were entertained and liked the job organizers did. The mother-and-son duo of Laurie and Evan Ouellette of LaSalle came to Fort Malden last Saturday, with Laurie even being an assistant to one of the tricks performed by Zoltan the Adequate. “I just love the medieval times, the setting and the costuming,” stated Laurie. Laurie noted the family has lived in different places across the province but are glad to be in Essex County and they enjoyed having such a fair nearby.

“We thought we’d come check it out,” she said. “It’s amazing,” added Evan. Sarah McGibbon of Windsor and Justin Vienneau of Kingsville said they came last year and said they had a lot of fun. “I like that they put this on,” said McGibbon. “The closest Renaissance fair is in the States, so it’s nice to have something local.” Vienneau added he has always been a fan of medieval and fantasy, so he agreed that it was nice to have something in the region to attend. “It’s nice to be able to come here and see it all in-person,” he said. Mike Gaudette and Delaney Dejong of Windsor were at Fort Malden Saturday morning. They learned about it a few days earlier and decided to attend. Dejong said she had never been to one before but had been to animé festivals in the past. “I’m excited to see the jousting,” added Gaudette, who noted it was his first time at the festival. “That’s what I’m looking forward to.” Faires.ca has upcoming festivals including the Black Creek Medival Faire this weekend in Toronto, the

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Ribs & Ragtime presented to sold out crowd

Amherstburg Freedom Museum board chair Monty Logan addresses the crowd during “Ribs & Ragtime” (above) while curator MaryKatherine Whelan helps serve the food during the June 13 fundraiser.

By Fred Groves Good food and great live music were available Saturday night as the Amherstburg Freedom Museum held its annual Ribs and Ragtime fundraiser. It was once again a sold-out event, and according to museum board chair Monty Logan, the museum gets 10 per cent of its operating expenses from government funding and the rest from the generosity of those who attend such events as the Ribs and Ragtime. “It’s thanks to you all that we continue to be here,”

said Logan. The event has been held for over 15 years and some regulars come as far away as Chatham. “Amherstburg Freedom Museum is a non-profit organization based on telling the stories of AfricanCanadians’ journey from bondage in the United States to Canada,” said Logan. There are dozens of stories archived within the walls of the museum on King St., that last year proudly celebrated its 50th Anniversary. “Our mission is that we will preserve and present artifacts that educate and inspire.” As he addressed the audience at the June 13 event, Logan had a couple of special announcements. His grandmother Florence Logan, who was in attendance, is about to celebrate her 103rd birthday and he also had a bit of a history lesson, which the museum is all about. “Entertainment is a powerful teacher and tonight we will experience black history through music,” said Logan before Christian Vegh band took to the stage. “This event was inspired by Amherstburg’s own Shelton Brooks. He was a composer, a musician, an actor and a pioneer of ragtime and early jazz.” Brooks was born in Amherstburg in 1886 and moved to Detroit with his family five years later. His father was a preacher and the young Brooks taught himself to play the church organ. Although he never learned how to read music, Brooks composed many songs and had a career as a comedic actor on the vaudeville circuit. Local members of council attending Saturday included Mayor Michael Prue, Deputy Mayor Chris Gibb and Councillor Linden Crain. Next up for the Amherstburg Freedom Museum is the Walter Perry Emancipation Golf Tournament. That goes Aug. 8 at Coachwood. Logan says start time this year is 10 a.m. and there are still a few spots available. For more information, or to visit the museum call 519-736-5433 or 1-800-713-6336. The public can also visit www.amherstburgfreedom.org.

Tanya Laliberte from The Yoga Effect and Jen DesjardinsGrondin from G.L. Heritage Brewing Co (middle) present a $415 cheque to Cathy Robertson (left) and Kathi Poupard (right) from the Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club.

Yoga event aids Bryerswood By Ron Giofu A yoga and pilates class offered at a local craft brewery paid dividends for an area campground. The Karma Sweat & Surrender class was held at G.L. Heritage Brewing Co. June 6 in partnership with G.L. Heritage and The Yoga Effect. The benefits from that event were realized last Wednesday (June 10) with a $415 cheque presentation to the Bryerswood Youth Camp. Jen Desjardins-Grondin, co-owner of G.L. Heritage Brewing Co., said the idea originated with Tanya Laliberte, owner of The Yoga Effect. Participants were able to donate what they wanted with all proceeds going to the Bryerswood Youth Camp. “We wanted to give back to the community,” added Laliberte. “If you do something nice for the community, it comes back to you.” Laliberte said the Karma Sweat & Surrender class was held on a fitting day, as June 6 was International Fitness Day. Roughly 30 participants took part, with Desjardins-Grondin adding that Bryerswood volunteers were also on hand helping children build birdhouses.

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Manufacturing bursaries handed out by community partners CTMA, Integrity Tool & Mold and Centreline present awards By Ron Giofu Three North Star High School manufacturing students have received bursaries thanks to community partners in the area. Jeremy Grimaldi, Jacob Courtney and Ethan Chartier received bursaries as part of a special ceremony held June 9 in manufacturing teacher Glen Holden’s shop. Grimaldi was recognized by the Canadian Tooling and Machining Association (CTMA), Courtney by Integrity Tool & Mold and Chartier by Centreline. Holden said the event was an opportunity to recognize the students but to thank the community partners as well. He encouraged students to stick with the program, noting it can lead to rewarding and lucrative careers. The businesses, Holden added, do a lot to assist the students including making donations and accepting the

A special ceremony was held June 9 to recognize three North Star High School students who received bursaries from community partners of the manufacturing department. Back row (from left): North Star principal Kyle Berard, John Heath (Centreline), T.J. Thornton (Centreline), Karl Mroczkowski (Centreline), Jake Peddie (Integrity), Tanya Steer (Integrity), Mike Vannie (CTMA) and Greater Essex County District School Board director of education Vicki Houston. Front row (from left): teacher Rodney Levesque, Jacob Courtney (Integrity Tool & Mold recipient), Ehtan Chartier (Centreline recipient), Jeremy Grimaldi (CTMA recipient), teacher Glen Holden.

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into high schools and to ensure staff are up to speed on how to use it. Vannie praised Grimaldi’s efforts in earning the bursary, and praised the work ethic he has shown along the way. “You are definitely on the right career

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path,” said Vannie. Tanya Steer and Jake Peddie represented Integrity, with Steer noting there are a lot of opportunities within the company, with Steer pointing out there are a lot of different career paths students can choose. Steer added there are chances for co-op and OYAP placements within the company. Peddie said he graduated from General Amherst High School five years ago and has worked his way up to where he is a leader within his plant. “He’s led by example,” added Steer. Karl Mroczkowski, John Heath and T.J. Thornton from Centreline noted the work they do and how they work with schools on OYAP placements “There are a lot of opportunities for people,” stated Thornton. Heath added many of the OYAP students they take in from local high schools are still with the company. The students said they were pleased to receive the bursaries. Courtney said “I just like working with my hands” as to why he enjoys the work that he does while Grimaldi added “there’s never a boring moment.” Chartier added he also enjoys doing what he does.

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Artist takes different approach to her work By Fred Groves Sometimes the journey is more important than the final destination. For artist Tatyanna, who just had her first ever exhibit, it means that the process of creation is paramount to the final product. “I really leave room for change in the process. I never know where it’s going to end up and I love that,” she said at her wrap-up reception at Amherstburg’s Gibson Gallery last Sunday afternoon. In speaking candidly with the River Town Times, she said that when she begins an oil on canvas piece, admittingly she does not know where she is headed and what it will look like once complete. More often than not, she will start a painting and simply not finish it. Tatyanna said she will not paint over paint on a canvas because although she wants consistency in her style, she also thrives for something different every time. Basically self-taught, she has been creating art since she was a toddler and

really looking forward to where the journey will take her. “I’ve been an artist as long as I can remember. My mom says I started when I was three,” she said during the June 14 closing reception. Oil on canvas is her preferred medium and her show at the Gibson Gallery included a couple of colourful pieces done in the last couple of years. Tatyanna says that while oil on canvas is what she likes to do the best, she has worked with charcoal, graphite and graphics. “I am so grateful and happy for the way it turned out,” she said of her first solo exhibit. Up next at the local art gallery is a group exhibit by Association of Representational Artists through painting, drawings and mixed media. It began on Tuesday and runs until July 5. The Gibson Gallery’s biggest event all year, Art by the River will be held Aug. 29-30. For more details, visit the gallery at 140 Richmond St., in the old train station, visit www.gibsonartgallery.com or call 519-736-2826. Tatyanna was the most recent artist on exhibit at the Gibson Gallery. A closing reception was held at the gallery June 14. The Association of Representational Artists now has an exhibit at the gallery, with that running through July 5.

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“There’s fourteen on the committee,” she said. “But it takes about 100 to make this day work.” After three and a half decades, organizers have developed a system that keeps the festival running smoothly year after year. “We are like a well-oiled machine,” said LeClair. “Everybody has a job and everybody knows their job.” With another successful festival completed, organizers are already preparing for next year’s event, with planning set to begin in January. As the McGregor Music Festival marks its 35th

anniversary, it continues to unite the community through music while providing support for local cancer patients and their families. The final total of the event will not be unveiled until the committee’s wrap-up party in July. McGregor Music Festival committee chair Sue LeClair (left) and committee member Laura Belanger (right) enjoy a bit of down time during the 35th annual event June 14 at Co-An Park in McGregor. A 14-person committee helps present the annual event, which sees proceeds go to the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation. The foundation will use this year’s donation, to be revealed in July, for its patient assistance fund.

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Community spirit shines at 38th annual LaSalle Strawberry Festival

By Donna Tuckwell Despite a quieter start to the final day of festivities, the 38th annual LaSalle Strawberry Festival once again proved why it remains one of the community’s favourite summer traditions. Visitors gradually arrived at the festival grounds on Sunday, June 14, as many appeared to be taking their time before heading out for a day of rides, entertainment and sweet treats. By late morning, families were strolling through the grounds at the Vollmer Centre, with some making their first visit of the weekend and others returning to enjoy another

serving of strawberries and ice cream. According to Scott Bisson, the Town of LaSalle’s manager of culture and recreation, the four-day event delivered another successful year. “The event has been really good all weekend,” said Bisson. “We’ve had some great weather so far, lots of people coming out and having a good time, and of course enjoying strawberries and ice cream.” While attendance numbers were slightly below last year’s total, Bisson said participation remained strong and in line with recent festivals. One of the biggest adjustments this year involved the annual parade. Construction along Front Road forced organizers to temporarily relocate the route to Laurier Drive, directly beside the festival site. The change had an unexpected benefit, bringing many parade spectators directly into the festival grounds. “We had a great parade, a lot of community organizations taking part,” he said. “But we did notice a lot more people coming right at the beginning of the festival because they were already right on the property.” Children and families continued to make the most of the attractions throughout the day. Seven-year-old Morganne was thrilled after riding her favourite attraction, while another family arriving at the grounds said their first stop would be the giant slide, a festival favorite for them. Bisson emphasized that the event’s long-running success is made possible through partnerships with local organizations, volunteers and businesses. “We really appreciate the partnership

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that goes into putting on this event,” he said. “We partner with Robertson Amusements every year for the carnival.” Organizations such as Life After 50, which helps operate the popular strawberries and ice cream booth, and Bike Windsor-Essex, which offers free bicycle valet service, are among the many contributors who help make the festival possible. Vendors from across the region also return year after year to take part in the celebration. “We appreciate that everyone works together to put on a great event,” said Bisson. Unlike many festivals that focus on fundraising, the LaSalle Strawberry Festival is intended primarily as a

community event. Organizers aim to keep it accessible for families, maintaining an admission fee of just $5 — unchanged for the last 14 years — while seniors and children under five were admitted to the festival free of charge. “We try to keep the admission rate low,” said Bisson. For many residents, the Strawberry Festival marks the unofficial beginning of summer, bringing the community together for a weekend of familyfriendly fun. Organizers will take a brief break before turning their attention to next year’s event, with planning for the 2027 festival set to begin in January. The first LaSalle Strawberry Festival was held May 28-29, 1988.

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Cathy Robertson, vice president of the Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club, pointed out the money will be put to good use. “It’s for renovations to the activity centre,” said Robertson. “We are so grateful for this donation. The partnerships with the community means so much to us.” G.L. Heritage Brewing Co. and The Yoga Effect are teaming up again on a lululemon x The Shred Effect event June 27 from 1-3. If interested, people can visit the Yoga Effect’s Facebook page to

register. Bryerswood Youth Camp teams with G.L. Heritage Brewing Co. July 23 for a fundraiser. The Mid-Summer Dinner returns as a fundraiser for improvements to the activity centre with that running from 4:30-9 p.m. FRATE Street Food will cater and Don McArthur will perform music that evening. There will also be a silent auction. More information, including how to purchase tickets, is available at www.bryerswood.com. Tickets are $45-$50, depending on meal chosen, with general admission and a drink ticket being $25.

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Dangerous dog committee holds hearing, upholds muzzle order By Ron Giofu A May 12 confrontation between two dogs, another dog being walked by a girl in the neighbourhood and other residents led to bylaw charges and a muzzle order, the latter being challenged last week. After roughly 15 minutes of deliberating last Tuesday evening, the Amherstburg dangerous dog committee upheld the muzzle order. A town bylaw officer gave his side of the story followed by the appellants. Video of the incident went online last month with the appellants breaking down video and showing what they contended was their dog being anxious and fearful as part of telling their side of the story. Two Rottweilers are accused to have being running at large and approaching a girl walking her German Shephard named Maverick, a confrontation ensuing with minor injuries being reported to the committee during the

hearing. The muzzle order discussed June 9 centred more around one dog – Cole – as opposed to the other, Diesel. Bylaw officer Nick Vespa said he arrived on scene around 10:13 a.m. with police cruisers already being on scene. He said police turned over the investigation to the bylaw department, with Vespa stating the Rottweiler owners were “very co-operative” during the investigation. Olivia Nacklie, an owner of Cole, stated there have been no reported incidents before or after the one May 12. Vespa said he gathered witness statements, adding under questioning from the committee he had no update on Maverick. Nacklie said in her view, Cole’s behaviour was consistent with a dog who was fearful and overwhelmed, stating her dogs are young. She said the video shows her dogs having items thrown at them and people attempting to kick them.

At other points in the video, Nacklie told the committee Cole went up to other children in the area, sniffed them and walked away, adding Cole was “existing in the same space with her and not engaging.” “I do not believe an ongoing muzzle order is necessary,” she said. Nacklie showed committee members upgrades to fencing and added additional obedience training is occurring. Questions were raised by committee members about why the Rottweilers were running at large, but manager of licensing and enforcement B.J. Wilder stated the committee’s focus should be on whether or not to uphold the muzzle order. Mayor Michael Prue was in attendance as an observer and sat in the

gallery in the council chambers, but said after the hearing he will support the committee and its decision to uphold the muzzle order. Prue said the committee faced “a difficult decision” and, in his opinion, he believed it would either come down to upholding the permanent muzzle order or modifying it with time limits. He believed it was “far too serious of an event” to see it withdrawn entirely. “The committee is independent. It’s not part of council,” said Prue. “I came here to watch the process.” Prue added it was the first time in his 32-year political career that he has seen a muzzle order challenged. The mayor added the Rottweiler’s owner could still further challenge the muzzle order through the courts.

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Major award winners at North Star High School’s athletic awards banquet included (front row, from left): Ashley Mongeau, Tyler Lamarche, Emma Rudling, Camryn Maxwell, Lauren Bondy and Peyton Meloche. Back row (from left): Trevor Paquette, Ashton Fevreau, Max Ricciuti, Ryan Reid, Steven Craner and Grace DeThomasis.

By Ron Giofu The athletic season at North Star High School has wound down and with it came a look back on the season that was. The school held its annual athletic awards banquet last Thursday night (June 11) at the Ciociaro Club where major award winners were recognized as were the best of the best from the individual sports. Principal Kyle Berard said it was a gathering not just to celebrate the wins, losses and MVPs, but to pay tribute to the resilience, teamwork and spirit that “defines us as North Star Wolves.” Berard said it is not always about the scoreboard, but high school sports teaches accountability as well as players show up for their teammates and offer their support. Coaches and staff members were also thanked by Berard. “We couldn’t do it without you,” he said. Coaches take their time and energy to work with the students, and he pointed out that was appreciated. Noting he was still relatively new to the building as he only took over as principal in February, he said he noted the culture of the school being as a place where “we lift each other up” and support one

another. Parents were also thanked by Berard and other coaches throughout the night, for their efforts in supporting players and driving students to games. Athletic department head Lisa Voakes also offered numerous messages of thanks, noting the efforts of not only the staff who coach, but the occasional teachers and coaches who come in from the community. MAJOR AWARD WINNERS Top Female Athlete – Peyton Meloche Top Male Athlete – Ashton Fevreau Top Female Student-Athlete – Camryn Maxwell Top Male Student-Athlete – Noah Abreu Coaches Awards – Ashley Mongeau, Max Ricciuti Athlete-Plus Awards – Lauren Bondy, Emma Rudling Legacy Awards – Grace DeThomasis, Steven Craner, Trevor Paquette Heart & Hustle Awards – Tyler Lamarche, Ryan Reid TOP JUNIOR FEMALE ATHLETES – Mya Bezzoubkin, Zoey Deschamps, Lexi Gignac, Emma Hadfield, Aria Pare, Quinn Beaudoin, Madelyn Storino TOP JUNIOR MALE ATHLETES

– Owen Mongeau, Braedan Gauvin, Beau McGrath, Jack Mastronardi, Josh Grove, Cage Rainville, Ben O’Neil, Cole Young. INDIVIDUAL SPORT AWARDS SR. GIRLS BASKETBALL – Tyler Lamarche (MVP), Lexi Gignac (Rookie of the Year) SR. BOYS VOLLEYBALL – Max Ricciuti (MVP), Nick Gray (Coaches Award) SR. BOYS FOOTBALL – Ashton Fevreau (Dave Scott MVP), Grayson Wilson (Rookie of the Year), Ryan Reid (John Rudak Offensive MVP), Noah Abreau (Jim MacDougall Defensive MVP), Brody Halliday (Lineman of the Year). CROSS COUNTRY – Emma Rudling, Camryn Maxwell (Awards of Excellence) TENNIS – Ella Hrynyk (MVP) GOLF – Lauren Bondy (Coaches Award), Geordie Johnston (MVP) SR. BOYS BASKETBALL – Ashton Fevreau (MVP), Nolan Sleigh (Coaches Award) SR. GIRLS VOLLEYBALL – Peyton Meloche (Award of Excellence), Lily McConnell (Coaches Award), Lydia Mereszak (Coaches Award) GIRLS HOCKEY – Tyler Lamarche (Corey Meloche Leadership Award), Lorelei Gatti (Corey Meloche Team Spirit

Peyton Meloche was named Female Athlete of the Year while Ashton Fevreau was awarded male athlete of the year.

Award) BOYS HOCKEY – Ryan Reid, Troy McGuire, Trevor Paquette (Coaches Awards) BOYS SOCCER – Max Ricciuti (Outstanding Leadership Award), Ryan Reid (Outstanding Defense Award), Matt Bull (Rookie of the Year). GIRLS SOCCER – Gemma Goldman (Coaches Award), Charlotte Szewczuk (Coaches Award), Keira Waters (Rookie of the Year) SR. BADMINTON – Kanade Konishi (MVP) TRACK & FIELD – Tyler Lamarche (Field MVP), Emma Rudling (Track MVP), Ava Mayrand (Field Coaches Award), Ben O’Neil (Coaches Award). GIRLS SOFTBALL – Peyton Meloche (MVP), Mya Bezzoubkin (Rookie of the Year) BOYS BASEBALL – Braeden Gauvin (MVP), Jack Mastronardi (Coaches Award) ULTIMATE FRISBEE – Autumn Triolet and Aarush Malbari (MVPs) MOUNTAIN MONSTERS – Caleb McLennan (King of the Mountain)

U9 Cardinals pick up a win over Kingsville under the lights By Ron Giofu The Amherstburg Cardinals U9 baseball team had a chance to play under the lights last weekend and took advantage of it. Playing before a large crowd at Bill Wigle Park last Friday night, the Cardinals knocked off Kingsville 21-4 in a game called after five innings due to the mercy rule. Troy Cox, head coach of the Amherstburg team, said the coaching staff is pleased with the Cardinals’ progress. “We came off a really good outing in Port Elgin,” he

said after the June 12 game. The Cardinals started that recent tournament 0-3 but picked up a win against a strong team and used that to propel themselves into the finals. They didn’t win the final game, but the team was encouraged with their efforts. “We had a good weekend in Port Elgin and finished second out of eight teams,” said Cox. Many of the players had to travel to other centres to play until Amherstburg Minor Baseball was revived, and Cox said the young team has a lot of good athletes on it who enjoy playing baseball.

The Amherstburg Cardinals U9 baseball team defeated Kingsville 21-4 last Friday night at Bill Wigle Park in Amherstburg.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 18 GREEDY GALLERY GALS; The Purple Theatre Company presents “Greedy Gallery Gals – Every Thief Has a Secret” June 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the Gibson Gallery, 140 Richmond St. Written and directed by Joey Ouellette. Starring Linda Collard, Rebecca S. Mickle and Mary Grace Weir. Show also being held June 24-26 at 7 p.m. at Sho Art Spirit and Performance Centre in Windsor. Tickets available at the door, $20 adults and $15 for students. For info, visit www.facebook.com/purpletheatrecompanyptc. FRIDAY, JUNE 19 MUSIC OFF THE BACK PORCH; Free night of music returns to the rear of the Park House Museum, 214 Dalhousie St. in Amherstburg, starting 6 p.m. (weather permitting). Performers are Monique Belanger and Joe Perry. Donations welcome. Proceeds benefit the Park House Museum. Bring your own lawn chair. SATURDAY, JUNE 27 & SUNDAY, JUNE 28 “FILL THE BUS” FOOD DRIVE EVENT; Non-perishable food donations and cash donations can be dropped off at the school buses in the parking lots of Sobeys, No Frills and Walmart from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. both days. Volunteers are still needed. Donations help those in need in Amherstburg and area through Be the Light Outreach Ministry, the Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission, and Amherstburg Community Services (ACS). Text or call 905699-8400 with questions or to help out. THURSDAY, JULY 9 CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC; The 34th annual Charity Golf Classic being presented by Community Living Essex County at Sutton Creek Golf Club. Cost is $150 per golfer, includes 18 holes, cart rental, hot dog and beer at the turn, dinner, door prizes & raffles. Those interested in sponsoring can e-mail Janell Violet at jviolet@ communitylivingessex.org. More info, including how to register, is at www.communitylivingessex.org/events/charity-golf-classic. SATURDAY, JULY 11 COMMUNITY CUP GOLF TOURNAMENT; Presented by The House Youth Centre, held at Sutton Creek Golf Club in McGregor. Shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. Cost $175 per golfer, includes steak dinner, 18 holes, lunch at the turn. For info or to register, go to linktr.ee/thehouseyouthcentre. THURSDAY, JULY 23 MID-SUMMER DINNER; Presented by Bryerswood Youth Camp, being held at G.L. Heritage Brewing Co., from 4:30-9 p.m. FRATE Street Food providing the food, Don McArthur providing the entertainment. Dinner will be served starting at 5 p.m. onward.

Proceeds benefit the ongoing renovations at Bryerswood’s activity centre. For sponsorship opportunities, reach out to Cathy at vicepresident@bryerswood.com. Tickets at www.zeffy.com/enCA/ticketing/mid-summer-dinner--2026. ONGOING YARN DONATIONS WANTED; Donations needed to make hats, mittens, scarves and blankets for the homeless and for hospitals. Also, volunteers making beds for cats and dogs at the Windsor-Essex County Humane Society. Please bring yarn donations to Royal Canadian Legion Br. 157 in Amherstburg or phone Deb for pick-up at 519-995-4057. Thank you in advance! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED; The Amherstburg Food & Fellowship Mission needs volunteers. Cleaners required Monday-Friday from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Dishwashers needed Thursdays (and to fill in, as needed) from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Maintenance people needed Monday-Saturday as needed for building maintenance. Help also required to organize special events and fundraisers. For info, e-mail Jill at aburgmission@yahoo.com or visit www. aburgmission.ca. VOLUNTEERS AND ALUMINUM CANS NEEDED AT BRYERSWOOD; Community service volunteer hours are available for high school students. Outside jobs at Bryerswood Youth Camp. Please contact info@bryerswood.com. Camp is accepting donations of aluminum cans. Drop by the camp Monday-Friday 12:30-4 p.m. with donations. ROTARY CLUB OF AMHERSTBURG MEETINGS; Rotary meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at The Fort Fun Centre, 689 Texas Road. New members welcome. For info, e-mail rotaryclubofamherstburg@gmail.com or call Susanne at 519-990-2775. GIBSON GALLERY EVENTS; Latest exhibit is “Collective Visions – Shared Sight,” a group effort from the Association of Representational Artists. It runs June 16-July 5. Closing reception July 5 from 2:30-4 p.m. For more info on the exhibit, guilds or adult/children’s classes offered by the gallery, visit www. gibsonartgallery.com or call 519-736-2826. The Gibson Gallery is located at 140 Richmond St. in Amherstburg. Current hours are Tuesday-Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. MCGREGOR LINE DANCING; Held at the McGregor Community Centre, 9571 Walker Road, Thursdays including June 4, 11, 18 and 25 and July 2 and 9. Runs from 6-7:20 p.m. Absolute beginner and beginner dances, no experience necessary. $40

registration or $10 drop-in. Variety of music genres. For info, e-mail harrowlegionlinedancing@gmail.com. ARTS SOCIETY OF KINGSVILLE EXHIBIT; Arts Society of Kingsville is hosting its exhibit “Gardens: Plants & Flower” until June 25. Located at the ASK Gallery in the Kingsville Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre, the exhibit features unique seasonal artistic interpretations in a variety of mediums from 28 area ASK artists. There is no admission fee and the public is welcome. The ASK Gallery is open daily from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (closed Tuesdays) and is located at 28 Division St. S. in Kingsville. For info, e-mail artsocietyofkingsville@gmail.ca or visit the gallery. MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELLING SERVICES; The Youth Wellness Hubs Windsor-Essex holds mental health and counselling services at The House Youth Centre, 320 Richmond St. (Amherstburg Community Hub). Runs every Thursday from 2-6 p.m. Free for people ages 12-25. For details, call 519-800-8640. MEALS ON WHEELS; Offered by Amherstburg Community Services (ACS). Meals on Wheels assists those unable to shop for food and cook meals. Also available to those recovering from illness or surgery. Healthy, delicious and affordable meals provided to residents of Amherstburg, Harrow, McGregor and LaSalle. ACS caters to dietary needs. Meals come with soup, bread, main course and dessert. Cost $8 per meal. Call 519-7365471 for details. QUILT GUILD MEETINGS; The Erie Shores Quilt Guild invites guests/new members to attend monthly meeting held every third Tuesday at St. John’s Hall, 1782 Oriole Park, North Woodslee. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., meeting starts at 7 p.m. Our purpose is to promote and encourage the art of quilting in Essex County. 519-726-5869. RIVER CANARD COLUMBIAN CLUB EVENTS; Charity bingo Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Chicken or rib dinner first Friday of every month. Eat-in or take-out. Call before Wednesday to order 519-734-8575. Dinner from 4:30-6 p.m. Hall located at 8965 Malden Road. Hall space available for rent for showers, weddings, birthdays, stags and more. For info, call 519-7348575. COLUMBUS COMMUNITY HALL EVENTS; The Columbus Community Hall at 190 Richmond St. has bingos Thursday nights and fish fries (with chicken as well) Friday nights. Everyone welcome to come and enjoy the evening. Sr. parties every second Tuesday at 3 p.m. except in July and August. For info, call 519-

736-4870. SERVICE TIME; Christ Anglican Church, 317 Ramsay St., now has one service, starting at 11 a.m. All are welcome. AMHERSTBURG RESIDENTS FORUM; Group welcomes residents seeking solutions to town hall to join them the last Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the union hall at 140 Pickering Dr., across from Walmart. GOLDEN AGE CLUB; The Golden Age Club, Amherstburg’s friendship club, located at 179 Victoria St. S., offers social activities five days a week, $10 a year to join. Over 160 members have fun playing euchre, pepper, bingo, cribbage, mahjong, bridge and line dancing. Club crochets mats from milk bags for those in need. We also have three luncheons and a Christmas party. You pick which activities you want to participate in. Visit www.goldenagecentre.ca to see how to join, participate, and learn how we support our community. FOUNDERS CLUB; Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club (BYCOC) seeking donors to join the “Founders Club” to help fund general operations of the camp. Donors with gifts of $5,000 and over become “Founders Club” members and have one square of camp property sponsored in their name. Multiple squares available. Tax receipts provided. For info, visit www.bryerswood. com, call 519-996-7364 or e-mail info@bryerswood.com. MISSION HOURS; The Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission, 298 Victoria St. S., open from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. with free lunch from 12-1 p.m. Mission food bank open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m.-11:45 a.m. and 1-2:45 p.m. For info, call 519-736-9140 or visit www.aburgmission.ca. Stop by for food, fellowship and a warm welcome. Donations welcome. BOTTLE DONATIONS; The AMA Sportsmen Association accepts donations of empty beer and wine bottles. People who wish to donate empties can drop them off at the rear of the club, 468 Lowes Side Road in Amherstburg. For info, visit www. amasportsmen.com or call 519-736-5706. AMHERSTBURG COMMUNITY SERVICES; Located at 320 Richmond St., 519-736-5471. Meals on Wheels, CareLink Accessible Transportation, Senior Support, Keep The Heat, Ontario Energy Support Program & more. Please call to see how we can help! Food bank runs Tuesday, Thursday, Friday with curbside pickup available.

World Cup fever The Amherstburg Soccer Club invited players and coaches to attend The Fort Fun Centre for the June 12 World Cup match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Much of the crowd was decked out in red clothing to cheer on the Canadian team. The match ended in a 1-1 draw. Approximately 70 players, coaches and parents attended last Friday afternoon’s viewing of the match, which was played at Toronto Stadium at Exhibition Place.

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CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AMHERSTBURG

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NOTICE OF STATUTORY PUBLIC MEETING CORPORATIONTO OF THE TOWN OF AMHERSTBURG CONSIDER A NOTICE PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE OF STATUTORY PUBLIC MEETING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTTOCOMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PLAN CONSIDER

NOTICE that the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg will hold a TAKE NOTICE STATUTORY that the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg PUBLIC MEETING: meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026 commencing 4:00 p.m will in hold thea Town ofSTATUTORY PUBLIC MEETING: TAKE NOTICE that the Council of The Corporation of the Town at of Amherstburg TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg will on holdMonday, a public meeting July 13, 2026, commencing at 4:00 p.m. in t public meetingChambers, on Monday, 271 July 13, 2026 commencing at 4:00Amherstburg, p.m in the Town of tburg Council Sandwich Street South, Ontario. TheTAKE NOTICE that the Council th of ,the Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg will hold in a the Town TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg will hold a 2026, commencing at 4:00 p.m. of public meeting on Monday, July 13 Council Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, Ontario. The e ofAmherstburg this meeting is toChambers, consider271 a proposed amendment to the Town of Amherstburg Council Chambers, Street atSouth, O public meeting on Monday, July 13th, 2026, commencing at 4:00 p.m. in Amherstburg the Town of public meeting on Monday,271 July Sandwich 13, 2026, commencing 4:00 p.m.Amherstburg, in the Town of purpose of this meeting is to consider a proposed amendment to the Town of Amherstburg Amherstburg Council Chambers, 271 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, The Amherstburg Council Chambers, Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, Ontario. The Ontario. mic Development Community Improvement Plan, By-law 2023-058, as amended by ByAmherstburg Council Chambers, 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, Ontario. The of A purpose of this meeting is to consider a proposed amendment to the Town Economic Development Community Improvement Plan, By-law 2023-058, as amended by Byof this is to consider a proposed amendment to the Town of Amherstburg purpose of this meeting is to consider a proposed amendment to the Town of Amherstburg purpose of this purpose meeting ismeeting to consider a proposed amendment to the Town of Amherstburg 5-078, under Section 28 of28the Planning law 2025-078, under Section of the PlanningAct. Act. Zoning By-law 1999-52, under Section 34 of the Planning Act. Official Plan and Zoning By-law 1999-52. Zoning By-law 1999-52, under Section 34 of the Planning Act.

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THE SUBJECT LAND affected by the proposed amendment is described as approximately REZONING APPLICATION: 0.19who ha (0.47 ac) described as PARTthe BLOCKmeeting A PLAN 1066 AMHERSTBURG (PLAN ANYonly, PERSON watch proceedings only, p ANY PERSON who wishes watch the meeting proceedings please visit BYwishes AMENDED ORDERS R177578, R374289 AND R383388), PART 1 and PART 2 12R29344; The Town of Amherstburg has policies in the Official Plan that allow for the designation of http://video.islive.ca/amherstburg/live.html These Official Plan and Rezoning applications affect approximately 5286.7 sq m of land TOWN OF AMHERSTBURG, being the property located on vacant land on Victoria Street (see http://video.islive.ca/amherstburg/live.html Community Improvement Areas. UBJECT LANDS AND PURPOSE OF THIS PLAN: municipally known as 13 Sandwich Street South (see map below). There is an existing retail map below). building on the property that is approximately 426.7 sq. m in area. The applicant is proposing The Town of Amherstburg is considering updating the policies in the Economic Development SUBJECT LAND affected by the proposed amendment describedis as theLANDS development of an automobile service OF station, drive-through restaurantPLAN and aTHE variety store. PURPOSE THIS SITE-SPECIFIC ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTisAPPLICATION to ap wn Community of Amherstburg has policies in the Official Plan that allow for the designation of THE SUBJECT AND PURPOSE THIS OFFICIAL AMENDMENT AND OF Improvement Plan to provide additional clarity on the implementation of the Plan allow the applicant to change the permitted use to “Institutional” to allow a day care/day nursery 0.19 ha (0.47 ac) described as PART BLOCK A PLAN 1066 AMHERSTBU unityand Improvement to help supplyAreas. shovel-ready new industrial building sites and create new REZONING employment APPLICATION: The Official Plan Amendment, if approved, will add a special policy area in addition to the use on the subject property zoned Residential 3 Special Provision 4 (R3-4). The current R3opportunities for Town residents. AMENDED BY ORDERS R374289 AND R383388), PART 1 will and PART 2 “General Commercial” designation of the subject lands noted above. The proposed General 4 zoning does R177578, not permit for day care/day nursery uses, therefore the amendment facilitate Commercial Special Policy Area would allow automobile service station and TOWN drive-through the proposed uses and reduced interior yard setbacks including: wn of Amherstburg is considering updating the policies in the Economic Development OF AMHERSTBURG, being the property located on vacant land on Victoria These Official restaurant Plan and Rezoning applications affect approximately 5286.7 sq m of land ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: uses on this property. unity Improvement Plan to provide additional clarity on the implementation of the Plan map is below). • All permitted uses in the Institutional (I) Zone; municipally known as 13 Sandwich Street South (see map below). There an existing retail helpANY supply shovel-ready newrepresentation industrial in building and create employmentThe Zoning By-law Amendment, if approved, will change the zoning of the subject lands noted PERSON may make written support ofsites or in opposition to thenew proposed • Reduced Minimum Interior Side Yard Width (northerly side) of 3.05 m; and building that is approximately 426.7 sq. m in area. The applicant is proposing amendment to residents. the Economic Development Community Improvement Plan by email to theon the property above from “Commercial Highway and Institutional/Residential Medium Density 1 (CH nities for Town • Reduced Minimum Interior Side Yard Width (southerly side) of 3.00 m. Clerk’s office at clerk@amherstburg.ca or in person by appointment for drop-offthe at thedevelopment Libro PURPOSE OF THIS SITE-SPECIFIC ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLIC and Zone” to “Commercial Highway Special Provision 9 (CH-9).” ofI/RM1) an automobile service station, drive-through restaurant and a variety store. Centre located at 3295 Meloche Road. Comments must be submitted by 4:00pm on Thursday, THEto EFFECT OF THE ZONING BY-LAW will be toto change allow the applicant change the permitted useAMENDMENT to “Institutional” allowthea Zone day tocare th ONAL INFORMATION: July 9 , 2026 before the meeting and will be read aloud prior to the application being heard by The effect of the amendments will be to allow for the addition of automobile service station and Institutional (I) and allow the proposed institutional use with reduced Minimum Interior Side use on the subject Residential 3 Special Provision 4 (R3-4). The Council. drive-through restaurantifuses on the subject property. development is proposed to in add The Official Plan Amendment, approved, will add The a special policy area addition toproperty the on thezoned Yard Widths subject land. an approximately 121.9 sq. m addition to the existing 426.7 sq. m building and an automobile ERSON may make written representation in support of or in opposition to the proposed zoning does not permit for day care/day nursery uses, therefore the amendment “General Commercial” designation of the subject lands noted above. 4The proposed General service station on the property with site-specific provisions for reduced front yard setback of If a person or public body would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of Council to ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: mentthetoOntario the Economic Improvement Plan by email to the the proposed uses and reduced interior yard setbacks including: Commercial Special Policy Area would allow automobile station and drive-through 0.39 m from 15 m, reduced interior side yard setback of 0.58 m fromservice 10 m abutting a Residential Land TribunalDevelopment but the person orCommunity public body does not make oral submissions at a office at meeting clerk@amherstburg.ca or in to person appointment for drop-off at theuses LibroZone ANY PERSON may make written representation in support of or in opposition to the proposed and reduced exterior side yard setback of 9.13 m from 15 m for an automobile services public or make written submissions Councilby before the by-law is passed, the person restaurant on this property. Zoning By-law Amendment by email to the Clerk at clerk@amherstburg.ca or in person by or public body isMeloche not entitledRoad. to appeal the decision.must be submitted by 4:00pm on Thursday,station. located at 3295 Comments appointment at Town Hall located 271 Sandwich Street South. Comments must • All permitted usesforindrop-off the Institutional (I) atZone; 2026 before the meeting and will be read aloud prior to the application being heard byADDITIONAL INFORMATION: be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 9th, 2026 before the meeting and will be read If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written Zoning By-law Amendment, if approved, will change the zoning of the •subject lands noted Reduced Minimum Interior Side aloud prior to the application being Yard heard byWidth Council.(northerly side) of 3.05 m; and . submissions to Council before the by-law is passed, the person or public body The may not be above from “Commercial Highway Institutional/Residential Medium DensityMinimum 1 (CH Interior Side Yard Width (southerly side) of 3.00 m. ANY PERSON may make writtenand representation in support of or in opposition to the proposed • Reduced added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal unless, in the NO PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY shall be added as a party to the hearing of the appeal unless, Official Plan Amendment and/or Zoning By-law Amendment by email to the Clerk’s office at of the Tribunal, there are reasonable to add personthe or public bodyI/RM1) as Council a and Zone” to “Commercial Highway Special Provision 9 (CH-9).” son opinion or public body would otherwise havegrounds an ability tothe appeal decision of toclerk@amherstburg.ca before the bylaw was passed, the person or public body made oral submissions at a public or in person by appointment for drop-off at the Libro Centre located at before the meeting or written submissions to the Council or, in the opinion of the Ontario Land Tribunal, arioparty. Land Tribunal but the person or public body does not make oral submissions at a3295 Meloche Road. Comments must be submitted by Thursday, July 9th, 2026 THE EFFECT OF THE ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT will be to change and will be read aloud prior to the application being heard by Council. there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party. meeting or make written submissions to Council before passed, the person The effect of themeeting amendments will be to allow for the addition of automobile service station Further information relating to the proposed amendment to the the by-law Economicis Development Institutional (I) andand allow the proposed institutional use with reduced Minimum Community Plan is available for inspection by calling or emailing the Planning c body is not Improvement entitled to appeal the decision. IFto A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or If you wish to be notified the decision of Council on the proposed Official Plan Amendment drive-through restaurant uses onofthe subject property. The development is proposed add Yard Widths on make the subject land. to the Town of Amherstburg before the by-law is passed, the person Department Office during normal office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional information is written submissions and Zoning By-law Amendment you must make a written request to the Clerk’s Office at 271 an approximately 121.9 sq. m addition to the existing 426.7 sq. m building and an automobile also available for review on the Town of Amherstburg Website: www.amherstburg.ca. or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land son or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make writtenSandwich St. S., Amherstburg, ON, N9V 2A5. Tribunal of unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there is reasonable grounds to do so. service station on the property with site-specific provisions for reduced front yard setback

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DATED the Town of Amherstburg this 17 of June, 2026. visiting www.amherstburg.ca. orat in person drop-off the Centre located at and Clerk’s at office at clerk@amherstburg.ca or inday person by appointment for drop-off clerk@amherstburg.ca at the Libro Clerk’s clerk@amherstburg.ca or in person byfor appointment for at drop-off atLibro the Libro Clerk’s office at clerk@amherstburg.ca in Meetings, person by appointment for drop-off at the Libro Furtheroffice information relating toby theappointment proposed Official Plan Amendment (File OPA #30) and Forwas Council Committee Agendasor and visit amherstburg.ca/calendar. before the bylaw passed, the person or public body made oral submissions Centre located at 3295 Meloche Road. Comments must be submitted by 4:00pm on Thursday, at 3295 Meloche Road. Comments must beby submitted by 4:00pm on Thursday, Centre located to at Council 3295 Meloche Road. 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South, Amherstburg, ON N9V 2A5 or call 519-736-0012.

If you wish to be notified of the decision of Council on the proposed amendment to the Economic Development Community Improvement Plan you must make a written request to the Clerk’s Office at 271 Sandwich St. S., Amherstburg, ON, N9V 2A5.

The meeting will be available for viewing by livestream by visiting www.amherstburg.ca. The meeting will be available for viewing by livestream by visiting www.amherstburg.ca. If you wish to be notified of the decision of Council on the proposed amendment to the For Council and Committee Agendas Meetings,Community visit amherstburg.ca/calendar. For Council Committee Agendas and Meetings, visit amherstburg.ca/calendar. Economic and Development Improvement Plan you must make a written requestand to the To subscribe to Council & Committee Agendas, Amherstburg.ca/calendar andN9V click To subscribe to Council & Committee Agendas, visit Amherstburg.ca/calendar and click Clerk’s Office at 271 visit Sandwich St. S., Amherstburg, ON, 2A5. SUBSCRIBE. SUBSCRIBE. The meeting will be available for viewing by livestream by visiting www.amherstburg.ca. th DATED at the Town of Amherstburg this 17and DATED at the Town of Amherstburg this 17th day of June, 2026. dayCommittee of June, 2026. For Council Agendas and Meetings, visit amherstburg.ca/calendar. To subscribe to Council & Committee Agendas, visit Amherstburg.ca/calendar and click SUBSCRIBE.

If you wish to be notified of the decision of Council on the proposed amendment to the Economic Development Community Improvement Plan you must make a written request to the Clerk’s Office at 271 Sandwich St. S., Amherstburg, ON, N9V 2A5. The meeting will be available for viewing by livestream by visiting www.amherstburg.ca. For Council and Committee Agendas and Meetings, visit amherstburg.ca/calendar. To subscribe to Council & Committee Agendas, visit Amherstburg.ca/calendar and click SUBSCRIBE. DATED at the Town of Amherstburg this 17th day of June, 2026.

Christopher Aspila Manager, Planning Services DATED at the Town of Amherstburg this 17th day of June, 2026.

Christopher Aspila Manager, Planning Services

Christopher Aspila Manager, Planning Services

Town of Amherstburg Libro Centre Christopher Aspila 3295 Meloche Road Manager, Planning Services Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2Y8 Telephone: (519) 736-5408 Town of Amherstburg Fax No. (519) 736-9859 Libro Centre Website: www.amherstburg.ca3295 Meloche Road Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2Y8 Telephone: (519) 736-5408 Fax No. (519) 736-9859 Website: www.amherstburg.ca

Town of Amherstburg Libro Centre Christopher Aspila 3295 Meloche Road Town Planner and Manager, Planning Services Christopher Aspila Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2Y8 Town of AmherstburgTown Planner and Manager, Planning Services Telephone: (519) 736-5408 Libro Centre Town of Amherstburg Fax No. (519) 736-9859 3295 Meloche Road Libro Centre Website: www.amherstburg.ca Amherstburg, Ontario3295 N9V Meloche 2Y8 Road Telephone: (519) 736-5408 Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2Y8 Fax No. (519) 736-9859 Telephone: (519) 736-5408 Website: www.amherstburg.ca Fax No. (519) 736-9859

Town of Amherstburg Christopher Aspila Libro Centre Town Planning Services 3295Planner Meloche/ Manager, Road Town of Amherstburg Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2Y8 Libro Centre, (519) 3295 736-5408 Meloche Road Christopher Aspila Telephone: Amherstburg, Ontario N9VPlanner 2Y8 / Manager, Planning Services Town Fax No. (519) 736-9859 Telephone: (519) 736-5408 Fax No. (519) 736-9859 Website: www.amherstburg.ca Town of &Amherstburg Website: www.amherstburg.ca Libro Centre, 3295 Meloche Road Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2Y8 Telephone: (519) 736-5408 & Fax No. (519) 736-9859 Website: www.amherstburg.ca

Information will be gathered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). All comments and communications received will become part of the public record unless you expressly request the Town to remove it. If you want to learn more about why and how the Town collects your information, write to the Town Clerk's Office, 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, ON N9V 2A5 or call 519-736-0012. Information will be gathered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). All comments and communications received will become part of the public record unless you expressly request the Town to remove it. If you want to learn more about why and how the Town collects your information, write to the Town Clerk's Office, 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, ON N9V 2A5 or call 519-736-0012.

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