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Contentious school naming process arrives at four possible names By Ron Giofu The Amherstburg School Naming Committee has arrived at four names for the new public high school – none of which include the word “Amherstburg.” A fourth meeting of the committee was held virtually last week. The River Town Times confirmed after the meeting was held the four names that the committee will be forwarding to the Greater Essex County District School Board for consideration. Those names are North Star, Southwest Unity, Southwest Alliance and Great Sauk Trail. Ron LeClair, the Amherstburg/LaSalle trustee who stayed on as committee chair despite an earlier request to step down, said he attempted to have the committee focus on how to proceed forward from the previous meeting. LeClair said the new public high school is a $25 million investment and will be a “great amenity” in Amherstburg. “It’s going to be very modern and have very robust technical offerings,” he said. LeClair said students will have a great learning environment and said while it is a great amenity for the town, it will not define the town. He believed the town is defined by its many festivals, events, restaurants and other features. Of the four suggested names, LeClair stated “each of the names have a specific reason of how it ties into the community.” He said the board will consider the four names and have the option of sending the matter back to the committee if they feel more work needs to be done. However, while such a decision has occurred in previous school naming discussions, he does not believe that will happen in this case. Reaction has been “mixed” to the four suggested names, LeClair added. “It’s always hard when you are naming a school,” he said. LeClair believes some of the concerned residents

Four names will be put forth to the Greater Essex County District School Board for consideration as the new high school name. North Star, Southwest Alliance, Southwest Unity and Great Sauk Trail will be discussed by public board trustees at the Oct. 19 meeting, which will be livestreamed starting at 7 p.m. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

that have contacted him about the four names were more open to the names after he explained the rationale behind them. Southwest Unity reflects the fact they are bringing two schools – General Amherst High School and Western Secondary School – together in the southern part of Essex County. Southwest Alliance contains the same geographical reference with “alliance” referring to Indigenous and British coming together to defend what ultimately became Canada. The name Great Sauk Trail was put forth because

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it’s a trail that leads to Amherstburg and involves the Indigenous and British meeting to exchange gifts, said LeClair. North Star was chosen due to the town’s being a destination on the Underground Railroad, with LeClair pointing out fleeing slaves used stars to guide themselves to freedom. He added the board uses the North Star in its logo and that stars “have a very important meaning” to the Indigenous Peoples.

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North Star, Southwest Alliance, Southwest Unity and Great Sauk Trail to be discussed at Oct. 19 board meeting

Continued from Page 1 LeClair also pointed out North Stars were the former nickname for the Amherstburg Minor Hockey Association. School naming committees usually go through contentious processes, he added, noting many in Windsor have seen much discussion. The name “Amherstburg” was brought up at the end of the committee meeting, but LeClair stated there wasn’t enough support to bring that forward to the board. “It wasn’t close,” he said of the vote. Ross Scott, a retired General Amherst High School teacher who was on the committee, said after the first two meetings, the names Amherstburg District High School and Amherstburg High School were to be brought to the board. He said the committee “overwhelmingly” supported Amherstburg District High School. “Before it got to the board, we got an email saying there would be a third meeting with no explanation,” said Scott. LeClair said at the third meeting, he spoke with enough trustees to get the belief there wasn’t enough support at the board level for the name “Amherstburg.” Scott said committee members were “blindsided” by the request for a third meeting and said the committee started from the beginning at the fourth meeting. According to Scott, the motion to include “Amherstburg” as a suggestion

was not approved and the meeting was adjourned quickly thereafter. “We had no idea what the count was,” said Scott. Scott believed the whole process “was very poorly run” and believed the committee should have been told the board didn’t want Amherstburg in the school name. He said input from the first two meetings “were completely left out. “It was like they never happened.” Scott said he was “very disappointed” in what happened at the committee level. He said people in town, including those on the committee, are proud of their community. “None of the board trustees live in Amherstburg,” he said. “These people will be naming our school.” Scott wondered if other name changes could be occurring to other buildings with Amherstburg in the name. “Anything with Amherstburg in the title, be careful,” Scott warned. Committee member Tramaine Whited felt “the process didn’t make any sense.” “I think there should have been more representation on the Naming Committee and more consultation should have been done. I also don’t feel that there

was anything wrong with bringing in guest speakers,” she said. “I didn’t feel ambushed like the others. Had that approach been taken from the beginning to bring proper context and information, perhaps it wouldn’t have gone down the rabbit hole of controversy.” Whited believed there were committee members who had their minds made up to name the school after the town, adding she didn’t think there was “much thought or effort put into the task.” She said she mentioned the history of General Jeffrey Amherst and believes there were committee members who seemed to think there was no proof of his mistreatment of Indigenous Peoples. “They thought it was a done deal,” she said. “My thoughts were completely different and dismissed.” Whited said she contacted Black, Indigenous and White people, and several weren’t even aware of the history of Jeffrey Amherst and others said they knew, “but this town is stuck on pride and won’t change.” Whited added she also reached out to the Essex County Black Historical Research Society, the HourA-Day-Study-Club, The Black Counsel of Windsor Essex, Black Women of Forward Action and Windsor Black Educators’ Association “all of which were consulted and in agreement” that the school shouldn’t be named after the town or have any reference to Jeffrey Amherst. “I thought this was a great opportunity to educate and shed some light on the history of Jeffrey Amherst and why it’s important for us to know it,” said Whited. “When we know better, we must do better. This is not an issue of being ashamed of the town of Amherstburg but understanding that there is history that has to be acknowledged and not just swept under the rug, as a dirty little secret. The mindset of ‘if it doesn’t affect me, no worries, it doesn’t matter’ must change!” Whited added Canada has just observed the first National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, and she stated “it is up to all of us for reconciliation.” Whited called for better representation on elected bodies and committees and until that happens “we will continue to hear offensive comments and not be able to progress. It’s time for change.” The naming process “has definitely proved that we need more perspective to be progressive. The same people, same background, same ideologies, same structure - how is their growth? The Naming Committee had the opportunity to show town pride by coming together showing unity, doing some thought-provoking research to really dig deep for a meaningful name that signifies our location, Canadian history and forward progress in our community. Instead, offensive comments were made, folks were angry, the chair felt the need to resign, vandalism on the new build-

“The committee was to consider history, geographical location, inclusion and names of other schools within Windsor-Essex County"

ing was seen and the process dragged on for months. Where is the pride in that? What we name things after, says a lot about what we say in society.” Whited said if Canadians are trying to reconcile, “we have to take into consideration the past, look at our current practices, use proper consultation and representation to ensure we have a structure that represents all that are being served. As for the names, at this point I’m not ecstatic about any of the names. I’m just happy that the names Amherst and Amherstburg are completely off the table.” Committee member Tina Sharman believed the survey early in the process was “a great idea” as it allowed people to share their thoughts. “The committee was advised by the chair; to steer clear of any use of Amherstburg in the name,” she said. “The committee was to consider history, geographical location, inclusion and names of other schools within Windsor-Essex County.” Sharman stated as meetings progressed, “there were more restrictions to the name. Words such as district, legacy, and academy, just to name a few, were not to be used.” One guest speaker told us “we needed to do a better job representing our town with the name we choose,” she added. “What started out as bringing two schools together and making sure we were being inclusive of both of the schools, seemed to turn into a history lesson and we should be ashamed of our town’s name,” said Sharman. “Our first couple of meetings didn’t break into smaller group discussions as there was strong enough support for the name we collectively agreed on. The last two meetings had both small group and large group discussions.” Some aspects were good, she believed, “but for the most part it was political, stressful, unfair and lacked some leadership.” Two of the names are not inclusive and don’t represent the entire community, she believed. “I understand the history and I respect that but those two names directly represent specific groups,” she said. “I like the use of Southwest because the school is in the southwest quadrant of Windsor-Essex County.” Sharman said it includes all students both inside and outside of Amherstburg who may attend the school. “Considering we are the southwest part of Ontario, the word Southwest allows everyone to be included,” she said. “In my opinion ‘Alliance,’ as per its definition, pulls in a lot of our town’s history.” Sharman believes “Alliance” supports the concept and vision of bringing the two schools into one. “It also shows the partnership between our town and the GECDSB, who work together to share amenities which benefits both the students and people within the community,” she added. The names are expected to come up at the Oct. 19 board meeting, which is streamed live on YouTube.

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ACF board members get a look at new House Youth Centre location, see how grant was used By Ron Giofu

The Amherstburg Community Foundation (ACF) gave a $7,500 to the House Youth Centre last year and now the ACF can see what their money went towards. ACF president Chris Gibb, treasurer David Beneteau and director Linden Crain were at The House’s new location within the Amherstburg Community Hub last Thursday afternoon where they were given a tour by program director Natalyn Brouillard. The grant went towards new laptops for the youth centre’s homework area, televisions, surround sound equipment, AV carts and other technological upgrades. Brouillard went over how those upgrades helps with programs at The House and also toured the board members from ACF through their new space. The House has a common area at the main entrance to their new home with couches, televisions, games, books and the homework area. The laptops being used in the homework area are the same models as what is used by local school boards. “We can meet the demands of the current educational systems,” said Brouillard. The House, which operates out of one half of the former gymnasium at what is the old St. Bernard School, has much of the same wall décor and furnishings as their former location at 247 Brock St. There is a junior room and a senior room with some of the technological upgrades in there as well. “We want to make our space as friendly as possible,” said Brouillard. “We’re trying to better the experience.” The House wants to make youth feel like it’s a “home away from home” as well as a safe space for

Board members with the Amherstburg Community Foundation (ACF) toured The House Youth Centre’s new location last Thursday. From left: House board member Brendan Clouthier, ACF director Linden Crain, ACF president Chris Gibb, House program director Natalyn Brouillard, ACF treasurer David Beneteau and House board member Jamie Lucier. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

The House Youth Centre offers weekly meetings for Grade 9 and Grade 11 students Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Weekly meetings for Grade 10 and Grade 12 students are at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Thursday meetings include alumni group meetings which run the third Thursday of every month and Embrace meetings, for the LGBTQ2s+ community, happen the last Thursday of the month. The house runs its homework hour from 3-4 p.m. every Tuesday through Thursday with drop-in hours from 4-7 p.m.

those who may be facing difficulties at home. “We want to say ‘you have a place to go’,” said Brouillard. Gibb said the foundation members were pleased to see what was done with the grant, which was issued under last year’s “Believe in Amherstburg” program. “It’s these exact results we were hoping for,” said Gibb. “It was great to see they were able to use it creatively.” “It’s awesome,” added Crain. “They get to expand the technology they may not have at home. It creates a safe environment.”

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation observed Residents, businesses and the Town of Amherstburg itself has recognized National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The federal holiday was Sept. 30 but the town is asking residents and businesses to tie ribbons around their mailboxes or trees, similar to the trees on town properties like in Navy Yard Park. Town hall was also illuminated orange starting Sept. 30 and continues through for two weeks after that. RTT Photos by Ron Giofu

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With a $74,600 SEED grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF), Safe Families Canada also known as Safe Families launched a new “Safe Families Plus” program for the branch in Windsor-Essex last fall. The program which launched Oct. 1, 2020, aimed to research, and develop a mentorship and support program for youths who have aged out of foster care. “I am very pleased to see the Ontario Trillium Foundation investing in organizations like Safe Families Canada. Now more than ever families need support. Safe Families Canada has been offering their help in Windsor Essex since 2019. Hopefully this award will help them continue to be there when they are needed in our community,” stated Essex MPP Taras Natyshak. Safe Families Windsor-Essex is based out of Lighthouse Church in Amherstburg and describes themselves as an organization that “offers hope and a safe place for children as well as support and mentoring for parents. The Safe Families Plus program is life-changing in strengthening the positive development of children and youth.” Safe Families Windsor-Essex benefitted from the support of the Children’s Aid Society in achieving this project and is thankful to Janine Jones, the Continued Care and Support for Youth Supervisor, and her incredible team for their commitment. “The project paired youth who have recently ‘aged out’ of foster care with adult mentors who acted as long-term, consistent role models, similar to an extended family member,” said Joanne Fear, regional director of Safe Families Windsor-Essex. “The mentor is a volunteer, support person who helps guide the youth along on their journey, working towards achieving their independence goals. Mentors come alongside the youth to provide lasting support and shared experiences; help with exploring talents, and career interests; teach life skills (i.e., grocery shopping, budgeting, etc.); connect with resources in the community and develop strong emotional and social skills.” “The introduction of Safe Families Plus has helped to provide an essential support for youth leaving the foster care system. The milestone out of care to independence in a young person’s life can present as challenging, overwhelming, and isolating. The guidance and mentorship from Safe Families PLUS volunteers has helped to provide a crucial support for youth to achieve their goals to succeed in adulthood. A sincere thank you to Safe Families PLUS for providing this fundamental support to youth in our community,“ added Jones. In working with families in crisis, Safe Families has noted that many of the parents it supports have had a childhood history with child welfare. Some have been raised in the foster care system and exit with little to no supports. The organization reports impact has been “tremendous” in the community. In its project report, Safe Families Windsor-Essex found that from baseline to midpoint, youth who were mentored described an average positive increase in all six evaluated domain areas which include social networks-support, wellbeing-happiness/emotional health, confidence-self-esteem, home environment-physical needs, goals-dreams and education-employment. Safe Families state all reported a positive change in their social networks-support

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The Bee’s Knees team of Jodi Roddy, team captain Lexi Demers, Robin Sinclair and Rebekah Walker were one of seven teams competing in “The Amazing Race Amherstburg” recently. It was a fundraiser for Safe Families Windsor-Essex. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

and 71 per cent of them stated a positive change in their confidence-self-esteem and goals-dreams. Within a few months in the Safe Families Plus program, youth saw the greatest improvement in the domain areas of goals-dreams, social networks-support and home environment-physical needs. Safe Families Canada held a “Play Day” recently in which local chapters were asked to find fun ways to get the community involved. The Windsor-Essex chapter held “The Amazing Race: Amherstburg” in which seven teams of four people each participated. Safe Families states that it looks to intervene and step in before the worst happen sto children. It is a community-based safety net alternative to the government child welfare system, striving to strengthen families and keep children out of the foster care system when possible. Safe Families Canada launched in 2011 in Toronto. The Windsor-Essex site launched March 2019. Safe Families Windsor-Essex’s mandate is to positively impact and strengthen families in crisis. The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Government of Ontario, and one of Canada’s leading granting foundations. Last year, nearly $112 million was invested into 1,384 community projects and partnerships to build healthy and vibrant communities and strengthen the impact of Ontario’s non-profit sector. In 2020/21, OTF supported Ontario’s economic recovery by helping non-profit organizations rebuild and recover from the impacts of COVID-19. Visit otf.ca to learn more.

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Two outgoing, one incoming in at Amherstburg town hall By Ron Giofu

Two more staff members are leaving the Town of Amherstburg, but one is coming in. It was learned early last week that clerk Paula Parker and treasurer Justin Rousseau were offered and accepted positions elsewhere with an announcement coming late in the day Friday of another interim chief administrative officer (CAO). Parker has accepted a position with the Town of Kingsville while Rousseau will be heading for the Municipality of Lakeshore. The new interim CAO is Tony Haddad, who is taking a leave of absence from his role as a senior advisor at StrategyCorp, which is a public affairs, communications and management consulting firm. Haddad was the CAO with the Town of Tecumseh from 2007-19. Parker and Rousseau both tendered their resignations last Wednesday. They are the sixth and seventh senior staff members to leave the municipality in the last two months. “I tendered my resignation with council today,” said Parker, when contacted last Wednesday afternoon. “I have been offered a position in Kingsville.” Parker stated she wasn’t seeking employment elsewhere but was presented an offer that was “too good to pass up.” Her last day with the Town of Amherstburg will be this Friday and she starts her new job in Kingsville Oct. 12. “I will miss the Amherstburg team,” she said. “It has been a pleasure to serve this council and mayor.” Parker’s appointment in Kingsville was confirmed via that municipality’s website, where it notes she will also serve as the clerk. Parker said her departure is in no way connected to what happened in August, when three senior staff members including CAO John Miceli, director of corporate services Cheryl Horrobin and director of planning and development services Nicole Rubli were walked out of town buildings and subsequently saw their employment with the town end. Rousseau also denied his departure had anything to do with what occurred in August, stating he was offered a higher position and decided to accept it. He will become corporate leader and chief financial officer in Lakeshore. “It’s a bit of a step up,” said Rousseau. “I’m just looking for new opportunities for myself. It’s a great opportunity to take everything I learned in Amherstburg and adapt it to another community in Essex County.” Rousseau worked for seven years in Amherstburg. “I thought we accomplished a lot of things and I’m proud of that,” he said. “It was a very difficult decision (to leave). I’m leaving a great team in Amherstburg and a great council.” Rousseau said he has the “utmost confidence” in the staff in the finance department and will work to bring

Tony Haddad has been appointed as the interim CAO for the Town of Amherstburg. He took over the role last Friday. While the town has added Haddad on an interim basis, they are losing clerk Paula Parker to Kingsville and treasurer Justin Rousseau to Lakeshore. Photo courtesy of the Circle of 7 website

them up to speed as best he can before he starts in Lakeshore Oct. 28. He acknowledged the timing of his departure and how it looks to the public, but said he was approached with an offer and ultimately decided to accept it. The municipal sector is “a very specialized world” and that municipalities look at one another to fill their staffing needs. Mayor Aldo DiCarlo joined Parker and Rousseau in stating the departures had nothing to with the issues that occurred in August. “Experienced municipal employees are in high demand,” he said. DiCarlo said the Town of Amherstburg is going to keep working to attract and retain new employees and review the salary compensation that is offered. He insisted that it is not a unique problem to Amherstburg and pointed out many of the town’s recent hires have come from other municipalities. The timing is “unfortunate,” he added, but contended it relates to the needs of other municipalities. “It’s going to keep happening as we fight over quality employees,” he said. DiCarlo said they are sad to see the employees go, and noted others have been pulled from other departments to cover current shortfalls at town hall. “Sometimes you find other quality people in other departments,” he said. Regarding the appointment of Haddad, DiCarlo said in a press release he was excited to have him on board noting he was “a strong leader and a mentor.” “Tony’s extensive experience across a broad range of municipal administration, combined with his proven leadership, will bode well in moving Amherstburg forward,” he said.

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The Amherstburg school naming process appears to be nearing an end. I say “appears” because it has lasted longer than I, or many others, thought it would last and may continue of trustees with the Greater Essex County District School Board reject the four names put to them by the committee. That likely won’t happen, but it is a possibility, according to local trustee and committee chair Ron LeClair. I wish there would have been a clear declaration from the start over the use of the name Amherstburg in the title and a will from the public board not to have that included. While there still would have been those questioning that, at least declaring it up front and very publicly would have set Ron Giofu the ground rules early and allowed the process to get out on the right foot. As it stood, the majority of committee members put forth Amherstburg District High School and Amherstburg High School as suggested names after the first two meetings, only to have a report pulled from the June board meeting when LeClair said his discussions with trustees revealed the votes weren’t there to support either of those two names. I can understand why people are upset with Jeffrey Amherst and the atrocities that have been reported against the Indigenous Peoples. Clear direction should have been given from the start if the board wanted a fresh start with the name. Admittedly, the four suggested names that are going to the board Oct. 19 didn’t excite me at first. I doubt I was the only one that looked at them, raised an eyebrow and thought “really?!?” In fairness, after discussing the names with trustee LeClair, I have further understanding of how they were arrived at. If I had to choose one of the four, I’d go with North Star, but that’s only my view. I had hoped the name Fort Malden Secondary School would get more consideration. It is a name that would have been distinct to our great town but eliminated the concern over any reference to Jeffrey Amherst. Unfortunately, while it was suggested, I was told it didn’t make it through. I was told this and didn’t see it in person, which gives me concern over the notification process for such meetings as I learned after the fact that last week’s meeting was held. Whether you support or oppose one or all of the four names, I still would encourage people to contact all ten public board trustees. Suggesting names is a portion of the process that I’m told has passed, but if there is a groundswell of public feedback one way or another, elected officials have the obligation to listen regardless of what stage of the process they are in. Also, I want to point out something most, if not all of us, know. Amherstburg is a great town no matter regardless of opinions on the name. We are defined by generous citizens, great amenities and beautiful scenery and it is a fantastic community.

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I am an indigenous, card carrying apihtawikosisan or Metis citizen of the Metis Nation of Ontario, one of the three recognized first peoples of Canada. I have been a councillor, president, senator, and now elder and knowledge keeper with the Metis Nation of Ontario. With the utmost respect, I would like to submit my thoughts on a name change for our town and new school. There is a movement across Canada and the upper U.S to expel Lord Amherst’s name from statues, towns, schools and municipal buildings. Now, to the point of my letter- the name change of Amherstburg, and the new high school. There was a comment from the mayor that he would like to hear from more people in the middle. What exactly does that mean? Who are these people in the middle? With all due respect I find what he said offensive, derogatory and degrading to indigenous people. I thought the topic was to establish a name for the new high school without Jeffrey Amherst’s logo on it? We can’t rewrite history, but we can take some of the sting out of it with a compromise. I don’t think it’s prudent to name the new high school after someone that had every intention of killing off a race of people. In my humble opinion the name of the town could and should stay. To even think about an established town getting a name change is preposterous. It would be expensive, time consuming, convoluted, map changes, tourism would suffer etc. But a new entity like the high school could use a new name. A quote from Daniel Paul, a Mi’kmaq elder and author has been quoted as saying: “Who in the hell is saying anything about taking them out of history?” “They’re in the history books. Adolf Hitler is there, Pol Pot is there, Stalin is there. That is where they belong, not being honoured as heroes, and instigators of the genocide of all indigenous people living on Turtle Island.” Atrocities that you can’t even imagine, but did general Amherst really kill indigenous people with smallpox. there is documentation that he didn’t, but here are excerpts from people that knew him we’ll, and what he actually wanted to do. Field Marshal Jeffery Amherst wrote “You will do well to try to inoculate the Indians by means of blankets, as well as to try every other method that can serve to extirpate this execrable race. I should be very glad your scheme for hunting them down by dogs could take effect, but England is at too great a distance to think of that at present,” wrote Amherst in a 1763 letter.” An associate, last name d’Errico wrote “Amherst’s “venom” was only directed at Indigenous peoples.” Jeffrey Amherst wrote a letter regarding the use of smallpox blankets as a weapon against Native Americans. (Could it not be contrived to send the smallpox among those Disaffected Tribes of Indians?) We must, on this occasion, use every stratagem in our power to reduce them.” It appears just once—from Amherst, he considered gifting blankets and linens contaminated with smallpox. The virus causes a disease that can inflict disfiguring scars, blindness and death. His tactic constitutes a crude form of biological warfare. There was a letter from Amherst himself to Bouquet saying, “This is a good idea to spread smallpox, just be careful you don’t get it yourself.’” So as an indigenous person, am I in favour of immortalizing this person? Not on your life! As they say—Hope springs eternal. —Jim Turner Amherstburg

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Local business to benefit from student case competition By Ron Giofu

Students from the University of Windsor and St. Clair College will compete in a real-life business case competition with the winning team receiving $5,000. The real winner, however, may be an Amherstburg business. The University of Windsor’s Odette School of Business and alumnus and benefactor Richard Peddie have partnered to launch the case competition. Teams of students will be challenged to analyze and propose business strategies for Downtown Espresso Café as well addressing the functionality of the shop’s adjacent outdoor space. In addition to teams from Odette, St. Clair College’s Zekelman School of Business and Information Technology have been invited to participate. “We’re looking to students to provide creative solutions to enhance the profitability and appearance of the café and make it an even more welcoming space for visitors and people within the Amherstburg community,” Peddie said in a press release. “Amherstburg is a true gem in our region and the competition will not only help students put their skills into action but will give tangible support to a local business that contributes to the vibrant atmosphere the town has to offer. COVID and its restrictions have had an impact on all small businesses – I see this as a step in the right direction to get things moving again.” Teams of three to five students, both local and international students, each will compete internally at their own institutions in the hopes of being chosen as one of three teams from each school to participate in the final competition Nov. 26. Competition organizers say competitors will be tasked with presenting both an oral and written submission and will also be judged through a 10-minute question and answer session. The winning team will be awarded a grand prize of $5,000 through the Richard Peddie Leadership Initiative at the Odette School

Remo and Renée D’Amore stand outside their business Downtown Espresso. They are involved in a competition in which students from the University of Windsor and St. Clair College will vie for the best idea to help improve the Dalhousie St. business. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

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“Supporting our community is what we are all about,” Marsh stated in the release. Odette dean Mitch Fields added that real life business case studies help students see their work in action and give them a chance to test what they’ve learned in the classroom. “We are very excited about this competition. The Odette School of Business is very fortunate to have the support of Dr. Peddie and the community connection with the Downtown Espresso Café,” he said. “A chance to help a small business make a real difference in their operations will be an outstanding learning opportunity for all students involved.” “We really feel like we’ll be getting the brightest young minds around to further the success of the Downtown Espresso Café,” said owner Renée D’Amore. “We’re always looking for innovative ideas to make our business more appealing to our customers and the Odette-Peddie Amherstburg Case Challenge is an ideal way to get a new perspective – we’re looking forward to seeing what the students come up with.” D’Amore added she and her husband Remo were approached by Peddie about participating. “He knew we wanted to grow with the town and move forward,” said D’Amore. “We thought (the case competition) would be a great idea to give students practical experience, get away from the textbooks and work with a real-life business.” D’Amore stated they have been looking at renovating and updating Downtown Espresso and are looking at investing $100,000 into renovations to both the interior and the outdoor patio. She said they look forward to what the students propose to enhance the Dalhousie St. business both inside and outside. “It’s super-cool. We wanted to remodel the cafe but then COVID-19 hit,” she said. Instead of making the decisions themselves, D’Amore added they agreed to invite the students to come up with some of their own ideas.

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In-person apple peeling contest returns though most of Apple Fest remains virtual By Mark Ribble Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos had some stiff competition in the annual Ruthven Apple Festival’s Apple Peeling Contest this past weekend. The event kicked off this year’s virtual Apple Festival on Friday evening. It was one of few events that were held in-person. In total, nine local dignitaries looked to dethrone Santos as the king of the apple peelers. Santos won last year’s virtual contest and the 2019 event that was held at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. This year, the setting was Simpson Orchards, where the Simpson family has been farming the land there for 100 years. Debbie and Wally Simpson, who donated apples for the Apple Fest Baskets and Apple Fest pies, invited the organizers to hold the contest at the orchard. Challenger Tom Bain, Mayor of Lakeshore, said he planned on dethroning Santos. “Last year, I peeled apples for a week and that didn’t’ work,” he said. “This year, I changed my tactics and ate about four apples a day.”

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88 cm. A tie was declared and each of the winners took home a freshly baked apple pie for their efforts. Essex MP Chris Lewis, fresh out of the hospital from a fall off his horse on election day, had to bow out of the competition due to the cast on his wrist. He was there to show support for the other nine contestants and provided encouragement to those able to peel.

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Vehicle stolen from Kentucky Ave. residence The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment are investigating the theft of a motor vehicle that occurred last week. According to police, it was reported Oct. 1 that a vehicle was stolen from in front of a Kentucky Ave. residence. Police say the theft likely occurred sometime over the previous night. The vehicle is described as a grey 2015 Chevy Silverado. The keys were not left in the vehicle, police state. Anyone with information on the theft is asked to call police at 519-736-2252 or Crime Stoppers at 519-258-TIPS (8477).

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General Amherst High School planning 100th anniversary celebration for May 2022 By Ron Giofu

The final year for General Amherst High School will also be the school’s 100th year and they plan on going out with a bang. A 100th anniversary celebration is being planned for May 14, 2022 at the school with organizing committee members Jen Desjardins-Grondin, Linden Crain and Greg Scott approaching town council about getting assistance to help stage the event. Council members were open to the idea of assisting, but a report will come back detailing such items as the impact of waiving fees and with an update on the noise bylaw. Desjardins-Grondin said the organizing committee has “created an opportunity to celebrate the school’s rich history, the current students, generations of alumni and our town in its entirety.” Next May’s event was described as “an opportunity for the community to learn about and fundraise for important, yet unfunded, facilities and programs at the new school.” “This event will bring residents together socially, with pride, and help draw visitors to our town, fueling our local business economy,” she said. Desjardins-Grondin told town council members the event will require the guidance and support of the Town of Amherstburg to be successful and to generate local engagement and traffic. Early plans for the event have it running from 12-7 p.m. and organized by local volunteers and the leadership class at General Amherst High School. It is a “final chance to explore the school” with “decade rooms” to be created by students. The organizing committee is also touting the “easy access to explore downtown Amherstburg” and believe it will drive people to Open Air Amherstburg, should it be approved by council for another year. Other events being planned indoors include tours, photos, slideshows, “lowrisk” activities such as trivia and videos, and T-shirt and apparel sales. There will also be opportunities to make donations. Proposed outdoor activities include music, food trucks, games and vendors with tents and picnic tables also to be set up. The committee states there will be no pets, bouncy castles or “high-risk” activities. Much of the outdoor activities would be next to the school in Bill Wigle Park or in the bus lay-by area, with the possibility of the closure of Laird Ave. between Fort Malden Dr. and North St. “We’re really hoping to make good use of the outdoor space,” said Crain. In addition to asking for the town’s help with waiving fees and help with planning for such things as the food trucks, permits, barricades and compliance with the emergency plan, committee members also wanted low volume music to be allowed outside as well for assistance in marketing and advertising the event. Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche quipped he was old enough to remember the school’s 50th anniversary, noting he was a student at the time. He indicated support for the event. Councillor Michael Prue was also supportive but also wanted information on how much the waiving of fees would cost the town and more information about the noise bylaw. Clerk Paula Parker stated the fees would amount to approximately $1,897 if council made the decision to waive them. She added work is being done to update the noise bylaw, adding the current bylaw is 20-years-old. Mayor Aldo DiCarlo questioned the committee whether their plans could be held up if council needed more information, but Scott stated as long as the event was agreed to in principle, the committee and students could still move forward. Town council approved the request in principle as they await the subsequent report from administration.

A two-vehicle collision was reported at an Amherstburg intersection Sept. 26 where one of the vehicles allegedly failed to stop at a stop sign. Police say the crash at the intersection of Alma St. and Victoria St. S. resulted in minor injuries. A 56-year-old Amherstburg woman was charged with failing to stop at a stop sign, police say.

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The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment were called to investigate an incident in front of General Amherst High School where an older male allegedly made comments to girls during their lunch break. The man, believed to be in his 60’s or early 70’s, allegedly made comments saying he was Santa Claus and also about one of the girls’ hair. Police say none of the comments were sexual in nature, adding that after investigation, it is believed that the man may have an intellectual disability. —All information courtesy of the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment

Local bakery now open The Panetteria officially opened to the public in September and have been busy since. The town’s new bakery is located at 248 Ramsay St. It is operated by Simon Briggs and Anna Marano. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

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New dentist sets up shop at Storey Denomme Family Dentistry By RTT Staff A local dentistry practice has welcomed a new dentist into the fold. Dr. Shelby Koschuck has started at Storey Denomme Family Dentistry after completing her residency in a Chicago hospital. Koschuck, a LaSalle native, is a graduate of the University of Detroit Mercy in 2020. She started her new job earlier in September after she moved back to the area with her fiancé. “With COVID-19 (pandemic still happening), my fiancé and I decided to return home,” she said. “It feels nice. I get to see family. I have nieces and nephews. It’s crazy to see how fast they grow.” Koschuck, who is originally from LaSalle, practices general dentistry and got into it thanks to her boyfriend and his family. “My boyfriend (Matt Slipchuck) was playing hockey and ended up breaking a tooth and needed a root canal,” she said. His father Dr. Michael Slipchuck opened her eyes to the world of dentistry. “I thought ‘this is kind of cool,’” she said. “He’s the one who got me into dentistry when Matt broke his tooth.” Koschuck said she is pleased to be in Amherstburg, noting she has always loved coming to town to eat, enjoy ice cream or for a variety of other reasons. “Everyone is so nice,” she said. “The patients are very accommodating and the staff is nice.”

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Dr. Shelby Koschuck has started at Storey Denomme Family Dentistry. She began earlier in September. Submitted photo

Koschuck added she is excited to meet people and treat her new patients. “We’ve been pretty busy here, which is nice,” she stated. “It’s nice to see the kids. You get to be goofy and silly and they appreciate that. I’m excited to meet everyone and treat everybody.” For more information, call the dental office at 519736-1771.

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of John Hodolich on Saturday, October 2nd, 2021. Loving husband to Jean (nee Gavrelet) for 56 years. Cherished father of Gerry. Brother of Mary Lackner (the late Lynn Lackner) and Helen Ralston (Hoss Dewald) and the late Jerry Ralston. John will also be missed by many nieces and nephews. John was an avid car buff, loved snowmobiling and enjoyed partying with family and friends. He worked at Amherst Quarries for over 40 years as a drill operator and blaster. In kindness, donations may be made in John’s name to the Hospice of Leamington. Memorial Visitation will be held at Victoria Greenlawn Funeral Home (1525 Hwy #3, Oldcastle, 519-969-3939) on Saturday, October 9th from 2-4 p.m. & 6-8 p.m. A Memorial Celebration of Life will take place in the Chapel on Sunday, October 10th at 11 a.m. Please call the funeral home directly to make reservations for Sunday’s Service. Online condolences and live stream instructions can be found at www.victoriagreenlawnfuneral.ca

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“Music off the Back Porch” wraps up season The final “Music off the Back Porch” for the 2021 season was held last Friday night behind the Park House Museum. Linda Girard and the Bare Naked Laddies offered the evening’s entertainment. Those in attendance who donated will have their money put towards operations of the museum, which is located at 214 Dalhousie St. in Amherstburg. While that event was free, the Park House Museum will be offering “Ghost Stories off the Back Porch” Oct. 22 with tickets for that being $10. For information on the latter event, visit www.parkhousemuseum.com or call 519-736-2511. RTT Photos by Ron Giofu

It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Anne Kainz (nee Yankovich) on September 30, 2021, at 89 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Alfred Kainz (2016) with whom she celebrated 65 years of marriage. Loving mother to Jim Kainz (Sue), Linda Brunelle (Denis) and Patti Kainz. Dear grandmother to Jason Bastien, Lauren Brunelle (Kenneth), Austin Brunelle (Kelly), Dana Brunelle, Brandon Kainz, Carrington Kainz, great-grandmother to Aidan Bastien, Joshua Bastien and Madison Brunelle. Daughter of the late John and Anna Yankovich and sister of the late Johnny Yankovich. Anne is now united with her loving husband Alfred, who she missed dearly. Anne was a longtime resident in Amherstburg and has been a true blessing in our lives. She was always supportive and devoted to her family and will be remembered as a faithful, kind, pleasant and thoughtful woman who volunteered in her community and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Anne was well liked and always had kind words to say about everyone. She was known to enjoy reading, collecting antiques and memorabilia. As a pass time she loved going to garage sales, flea markets and auctions — always looking for treasures. Anne is now in the arms of the love of her life, Alfred. Rest in peace. Our thanks to all Anne’s friends and neighbours who supported her in her later years. She will be truly missed but her legacy will live on in all of us. If you so desire, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. On Tuesday October 12, 2021 reservations and personal face coverings are required to attend visitation from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. followed by the procession to St. John the Baptist Church for the Funeral Mass at 12:30 p.m. You can reserve your time for visitation or seat for Mass at FamiliesFirst.ca (RSVP) or by calling directly. Interment to follow at St. John the Baptist Cemetery. Share memories, photos or make a donation online at FamiliesFirst.ca

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By Ron Giofu A familiar face has bid farewell to St. Joseph School. Cathy Brush was honoured last Thursday evening with a drive-by celebration occurring in front of the County Road 8 school. Staff, retired and former staff, parents, family and students came by to honour Brush for her many years of service to the school. Many brought gifts including flowers and balloons to

give Brush a fond sendoff into retirement. Principal Linda DiPasquale said Brush had over 30 years of service at St. Joseph School, and was known for her professional manner. It was always “service with a smile,” DiPasquale pointed out. “She is well loved and respected,” said DiPasquale. “She wanted to go quietly but she was so deserving of the

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Above - Cathy Brush (seated) was honoured on her retirement from St. Joseph School last Thursday. Her actual retirement date was Aug. 30 but she has been helping train her replacements since. Left - Cathy accepts a gift of balloons during her drive-by farewell celebration.

recognition.” DiPasquale said Brush’s retirement date was actually Aug. 30, but Brush graciously volunteered to come back and train the new administrative team. “She is a huge part of the successful reputation of this school,” said DiPasquale. Brush said she is thankful to the staff, parents and the school community for

not only honouring her, but for her entire career. She said she spent it all at St. Joseph School. Retirement goals are “to spend time with family and friends and enjoy life one day at a time.” Brush indicated that it is so far, so good with her retirement. “It’s awesome,” she said. “I’m very happy.”

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 11 FREE THANKSGIVING MEAL - The Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission is hosting its annual Thanksgiving turkey dinner. Free meal to be served starting at 12 noon. Take-out only. The mission is located at 298 Victoria St. S. For more information, call 519-736-9140 or visit www. aburgmission.ca. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22 GHOST STORIES OFF THE BACK PORCH - Offered at the Park House Museum, 214 Dalhousie St., in Amherstburg. Event starts at 7 p.m. Museum staff will recount reported ghost encounters from the past with additional tales of folklore by renowned storyteller Olwyn Coughlin. This is an outdoor event. COVID-19 screening, social distancing, safety precautions mandatory. Reservations required. Tickets $10 per person. Call 519-736-2511 or e-mail parkhousemuseum@ bellnet.ca. ONGOING ACS FOOD BANK - Curbside pickup at Amherstburg Community Hub (320 Richmond St.). Runs Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 519-736-5471 for assistance. FOUNDERS CLUB - Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club seeking donors to join the “Founders Club” to help them purchase the camp on Texas Road. Donors with gifts of $5,000 and over become “Founders Club” members and have one square of camp property sponsored in their name. Multiples of squares are available for sponsorship. Tax receipts provided. For information, visit www.bryerswoodyouthcamp. com, call 519-996-7364 or e-mail info@bryerswood.com.

THE HOUSE YOUTH CENTRE PROGRAMS - The House Youth Centre, located in the Amherstburg Community Hub at 320 Richmond St., offering weekly meetings for Grade 9 and Grade 11 students Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Weekly meetings for Grade 10 and Grade 12 students Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. The Alumni Group meets the third Thursday of each month while the Embrace group meets the last Thursday of each month. There is the quiet homework hour from 3-4 p.m. every Tuesday-Thursday and drop-in hours from 4-7 p.m. every Tuesday-Thursday. For more information, e-mail program director Natalyn Brouillard at natalyn@ houseyouthcentre.com. MISSION NEEDS DONATIONS - The Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission, located at 298 Victoria St. S., is in urgent need of some items. Among the items being requested are peanut butter, jam, ketchup, mustard, Sidekicks, cereal (any kind), corn starch, onion soup mix, radishes, chicken and beef broth, barbecue sauce, canned peas, canned cut green beans, canned pea & carrots, ranch dressing, egg noodles, and canned fruit. Monetary donations always welcome. For information, visit www.aburgmission.ca or call 519-7369140. Wellness Together Canada offers FREE, 24/7 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE SUPPORT WITH NO WAIT TIMES for Canadians of all ages, in every province and territory and in both official languages. Funded by the Government of Canada. More info at https://wellnesstogether.ca/en-CA. Phone counselling available 24/7 at 1-866-585-0445.

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Amherstburg forward Max Clifford (25) collides with Wheatley goalie Ethan Carlone in second period action Sunday night at the Libro Centre. The Admirals and the Sharks battled to a 1-1 tie. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

Friday before returning home to the Libro Centre to host the Essex 73's this Sunday at 7 p.m. The 73's blasted the Admirals 8-1 in their last exhibition game against one another and Bortignon stated “we want to see how far we've come” against Essex when the two teams meet for the first time in the regular season. “With efforts like tonight, we should be able to win every hockey game,” said Bortignon. (Right) Brandon Salvati (18) of Amherstburg gets a first period scoring opportunity but couldn’t beat Ethan Carlone in the Wheatley Sharks goal. The Admirals picked up one point in the season opening tie. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

Concerns over skateboard park aired at town council By Ron Giofu Concerns and issues with the temporary location of the Amherstburg Skateboard Park have been brought to town council. Councillor Patricia Simone wanted to discuss a permanent location for the skateboarders to go to, noting there have been several concerns brought to her attention over incidents at the current location. Simone stated there have been reports of excessive garbage, public urination, bullying, swearing and other problems with the skateboard park at its present site behind the Amherstburg Community Hub at 320 Richmond St. Simone also said there have been complaints of youth knocking on the doors of surrounding homes looking for water to drink. Tenants of the hub have also cited incidents of vandalism, theft and damage at the site, as some youth have been known to climb on the roof to cause damage to various heating and cooling components and other equipment on the roof. There have also been reports of youth entering the building and stealing from some of the tenants as well as damage done to the interior of the building.

Town council has heard several concerns over the temporary location of the Amherstburg Skateboard Park. Concerns range from noise to vandalism as well as complaints over public urination, swearing and theft. RTT File Photo

Councillor Don McArthur said there are pros and cons to every location, and questioned whether the Amherstburg Community Hub was accessible to youth in order to get a drink of water or to use a bathroom. Director of community and protective services Heidi Baillargeon pointed out that much of the use takes place in the evening when most tenants of the

hub are closed for the day. McArthur also pointed out that town council members received an e-mail from Baillargeon suggesting that the Libro Centre was the ideal location for the permanent location of the Amherstburg Skateboard Park. Baillargeon added that site already has town staff nearby and has good visibility to the public. Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche suggested there be an “educational component” for users of the temporary skateboard park. Meloche said users have to be notified that if damage or problems continue to occur at that site, the town reserves the right to remove the equipment and shut the park down. Councillor Peter Courtney asked about surveillance at the current skateboard park location, noting that additional signage at the site could help mitigate some of the problems tenants of the hub and surrounding homeowners have been experiencing. The former location of the skateboard park had been at the south end of Centennial Park, but that was removed as it was part of the 15-acre portion of the park that was sold to the Greater Essex County District School Board to accommodate construction of the new public high school in Amherstburg.

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Local couples honoured for service to Society of St. Vincent de Paul Special to the RTT The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP), St. John the Baptist Conference Amherstburg recently gathered to acknowledge the many years of service provided to the community by two local couples. Dick and Denise Bondy received a plaque from SSVP President Sharron Bombardier for their 42 years of combined service. They recently moved to Chatham and they are hoping to continue assisting the needy in that community. Dick Bondy has continued a family tradition, as his father Oscar Bondy was an original founding member of the Amherstburg SSVP in 1953. Also recognized but not able to attend were Ray and Marie Burns for their compassionate spirit and dedication to helping others. Their efforts to help those in our town who were in need is greatly appreciated by our community and by their fellow Vincentians. They were proud members for a combined 48 years of service. Both couples exemplified the Mission of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul which is: “To live the Gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with Love, Respect, Justice and Joy.” The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Helpline is 519-984-7594.

Dick and Denise Bondy receive a plaque for 42 years of combined service to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, St. John the Baptist Amherstburg Conference recently. They received the plaque from SSVP president Sharron Bombardier. Also recognized, but unavailable for the photo, were Ray and Marie Burns, who have 48 years of combined service. Submitted photo

The future of Open Air Weekends will be the subject of a delegation request from THRIVE Amherstburg at the Oct. 12 town council meeting. The group is hoping to keep the initiative going and is calling for at least $20,500 of additional spending on a 2022 program. Pictured is Open Air Weekends along Dalhousie St. during a Friday night in June. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

THRIVE Amherstburg’s “white paper” to advocate for Open Air investment By Ron Giofu While the downtown business community is split over the benefits of Open Air Amherstburg, a local collective is advocating the continuation of the concept. THRIVE Amherstburg has published its 18-page white paper to its website, with the white paper encouraging town council not only to keep the event going next year, but invest “at least” $20,500 in additional programming in 2022. Suggested uses by THRIVE Amherstburg for the extra $20,500 include $15,000 for six “Play Amherstburg” events over the 17-week program and $5,500 to “activate” Murray St. with movie nights and concerts geared at youth. “We want to keep Open Air,” said THRIVE Amherstburg director and white paper co-author Renée D’Amore. “We feel this is a great idea the town came up with.” With the second year of the event now concluded, D’Amore believed Open Air Amherstburg is still a “young event” with room to grow. “It can be even more successful in the years to come,” she maintained. “There’s so much more potential and so many more ideas we can do for Open Air.” D’Amore explained the event started as a way for businesses to bounce back after losing revenue due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. She said the recommendations THRIVE Amherstburg will be presenting to town council are there

for consideration. THRIVE Amherstburg directors said while there are a lot of activities and reasons for adults to go, there hasn’t been as many things for youth. “We noticed there was a gap,” she said. “That’s why one of the suggestions is engaging young people. The youth need something to do in this town. Murray St. is a great street for that.” Other recommendations include having non-food vendors along Dalhousie and Richmond streets and further supporting the town’s tourism department. D’Amore defended the $20,500 ask in the 2022 budget by stating it breaks down to 93 cents per resident. “It’s not a lot of money,” she said. THRIVE Amherstburg conducted a survey, D’Amore added, and while 200 responses were expected, they ended up getting 901. According to the white paper, 85.9% wanted to see Open Air continue in 2022 with 84 per cent of survey respondents favoured additional funding. “Open Air is good for residents, it’s good for businesses and it’s for everyone,” she believed. “Open Air has multiple benefits.” THRIVE is expected to go before town council on the matter at the Oct. 12 meeting. The full white paper can be viewed at www.thriveamherstburg.com.

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Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on Thursday, October 28, 2021, at the Municipal Office, 271 Sandwich St. South, Amherstburg, ON N9V 2A5.

Due to the covid-19 pandemic, the tenders will be opened and publicly available via video conferencing on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Municipal Office, 271 Sandwich St. South, Amherstburg. The link to the video conference can be found on the Municipality’s web site on the main page ribbon under “LIVESTREAM”, Livestream Link for Public Meetings. https://www.amherstburg. ca/en/index.aspx

Due to the covid-19 pandemic, the tenders will be opened and publicly available via video conferencing on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Municipal Office, 271 Sandwich St. South, Amherstburg. The link to the video conference can be found on the Municipality’s web site on the main page ribbon under “LIVESTREAM”, Livestream Link for Public Meetings. https://www.amherstburg. ca/en/index.aspx

Description of Lands: ROLL NO. 37 29 480 000 07200 0000, 7862 HOWARD AVE, PIN 01550-0072 LT, PT N1/2 LT 12 CON 6 ANDERDON AS IN R1197514; SAVE AND EXCEPT AS IN R216660; AMHERSTBURG AMENDED BY LO 2004/02/20, FILE EXAG20-009 Minimum Tender Amount: $19,043.13 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $168,000.00.

Description of Lands: ROLL NO. 37 29 173 000 21700 0000, 9 REYNOLDS CRT, PIN 70562-0093 LT, LT 27 PL 12M365; AMHERSTBURG, FILE EXAG20-002 Minimum Tender Amount: $18,574.02 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $165,000.00

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit of at least 20 per cent of the tender amount, which deposit shall be made by way of a certified cheque/bank draft/ money order payable to the municipality (or board). Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, existing interests in favour of the Crown, environmental concerns or any other matters relating to the land(s) to be sold. Any existing Federal or Provincial Crown liens or executions will remain on title and may become the responsibility of the potential purchaser. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax and HST. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender visit: www.Tri-Target.com | Ontario’s Tax Sale Community Info@Tri-Target.com or if no internet access available, contact: Elke Leblanc, Supervisor of Revenue The Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg 271 Sandwich St. South Amherstburg, ON N9V 2A5 (519) 736-5401 www.amherstburg.ca Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001. The information will be used for the purpose of determining successful tenderer of tax sale. Questions about the collection of this data can be directed to Paula Parker, Clerk at 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, Ontario, N9V 2A5, telephone 519-736-0012 x. 2238

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit of at least 20 per cent of the tender amount, which deposit shall be made by way of a certified cheque/bank draft/ money order payable to the municipality (or board). Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, existing interests in favour of the Crown, environmental concerns or any other matters relating to the land(s) to be sold. Any existing Federal or Provincial Crown liens or executions will remain on title and may become the responsibility of the potential purchaser. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax and HST. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender visit: www.Tri-Target.com | Ontario’s Tax Sale Community Info@Tri-Target.com or if no internet access available, contact: Elke Leblanc, Supervisor of Revenue The Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg 271 Sandwich St. South Amherstburg, ON N9V 2A5 (519) 736-5401 www.amherstburg.ca Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001. The information will be used for the purpose of determining successful tenderer of tax sale. Questions about the collection of this data can be directed to Paula Parker, Clerk at 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, Ontario, N9V 2A5, telephone 519-736-0012 x. 2238

519-736-0012 • www.amherstburg.ca 271 Sandwich St. South, Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2A5