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Amherstburg Freedom Museum kicks off Black History Month with help of Windsor Express By Ron Giofu Black History Month was kicked off last weekend with the Amherstburg Freedom Museum getting help from the Windsor Express to help celebrate. The Express hosted the Sudbury Five Saturday night at the WFCU Centre and while the Five won the game, the museum were also winners as well. Not only was the kickoff of Black History Month celebrated, a portion of ticket sales from the event went to benefit the museum. Long-time Amherstburg Freedom Museum supporter Donald Harris, who will turn 100-years-old this year, was recognized at the game as “Father of the Year” while museum president Monty Logan performed the ceremonial ball toss. Fourtime women’s boxing champion and award-winning coach Margaret SidoroffCanty did the ball delivery. Prior to the Express’ game, there was also a pick-up game featuring some local dignitaries playing and coaching including Essex MP Chris Lewis, Windsor West MP Brian Masse, Express owner Dartis Willis and Windsor Police diversity and recruitment officer Neil McEachrane among others. “This is a great day for the museum, to partner with the Windsor Express to kick off Black History Month,” said Logan. “It’s a great opportunity for the museum to raise money and to celebrate the contributions our ancestors made.” Logan pointed out the celebration of Harris plus the upcoming events the museum is having, including the “Artists of Colour” exhibit and the continuation of their “Freedom Achievers” series with guest speaker Hadiya Roderique, author of “Black on Bay Street.” Roderique will speak on the topic “Freedom in the 21st Century” March 28 at the museum starting at 11 a.m. Logan said the partnership with the Windsor Express was a positive for the museum. “It’s definitely a great day for the museum and a celebration of Black history,” he said. Black Kids in Action and the New Life Fellowship Choir performed at halftime of the game. Black Kids in Action will perform at the Capitol Theatre in Windsor Feb. 26 in a 7 p.m. show. Adults are $25, children are $15. Museum director Phil Alexander noted Dwane Casey, head coach of the Detroit Pistons, helped kick off the Freedom Achievers series last year. He said they are also looking for youth to be mentored, as that is part of the program as well. Alexander noted the pickup game was split into two teams with youth from Walkerville Collegiate Institute joining the other players as well. Lewis said he is a “sports fanatic” and “all about sports” so he jumped at the chance to get involved. “It’s really an honour to be here today,” he said. “Whenever sports, history and
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Essex MP Chris Lewis and Windsor Express owner Dartis Willis share a laugh during a pickup basketball game prior to the Express’ game Saturday night against the Sudbury Five. The Express teamed with the Amherstburg Freedom Museum to host a number of Black History Month events at the game. culture comes together, everyone wins.” Whenever there is a chance to unify people, Lewis added “I’ll be there.” He added it was a good way to showcase the area and to kick off Black History Month at the same time.
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Players and coaches that participated in a pickup game prior to the Windsor Express’ Saturday night game against the Sudbury Five pose for a group photo. Participating in the event were Windsor West MP Brian Masse and Essex MP Chris Lewis, who are kneeling next to each other in the front row. Story on front Amherstburg Freedom Museum president Monty Logan (centre) conducts the ceremonial ball toss prior to the game. The Express teamed with the museum to make the game a Black History Month event.
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Lorene Bridgen-Lennie (left), assistant curator with the Amherstburg Freedom Museum, accepted the Ontario Black History Society’s Harriet Tubman Award on the museum’s behalf. She is standing with OBHS President Natasha Henry. (Submitted photo)
Amherstburg Freedom Museum earns prestigious award By Ron Giofu The Amherstburg Freedom Museum has captured a prestigious award from the Ontario Black History Society (OBHS). The local museum has won the Harriet Tubman Award, which recognizes “commitment to a purpose” in delivering the Black history segment of Canadian History. Assistant curator Lorene Bridgen-Lennie was in Toronto recently accepting the award on the museum’s behalf. “I’d say it’s a pretty big deal,” said Bridgen-Lennie. Bridgen-Lennie said due to the fact the OBHS is a provincial organization, getting recognition from it is important as there are sites and museums Ontariowide that were eligible. “We’re honoured and excited to receive it,” said curator Mary-Katherine Whelan. “The Amherstburg Freedom Museum would like to thank the Ontario Black History Society and colleagues for recognizing the continuing work that we do in educating, preserving and promoting Black history.” The Harriet Tubman Award is not only an honour for the local museum, but it could help raise its profile as well. “It’s great exposure for the museum,” said Bridgen-Lennie. The Amherstburg Freedom Museum got the word in November that they had won the award. Whelan said after they were notified, the OBHS made the news public. “It totally came out of the blue,” said Whelan, of the award. “We were pleasantly surprised and shocked.” Bridgen-Lennie added the mission of the Amherstburg Freedom Museum extends beyond simply attending the museum in person and has resources online as well, with the OBHS helping to spread the word in various ways including the sharing of the museum’s social media posts. “They’ve been very supportive,” said Bridgen-Lennie. Whelan and Bridgen-Lennie agree the work of the museum continues to become more widely known and the recognition from the OBHS shows their work is appreciated. Whelan said they had a big 2019 with a number of initiatives, including upgrades to the building itself, and they are keeping the positive momentum going in 2020. With February being Black History Month, the
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According to a recent article about Amherstburg’s new high school, Councillor Don McArthur of Amherstburg is quoted as saying the premier needs to know “he can’t shortchange Amherstburg.” Councillor McArthur’s words are misguided. It was the previous government of Kathleen Wynne that shortchanged Amherstburg. Wynne’s government cut school infrastructure funds thereby forcing the closure of Western Secondary School (located in Amherstburg). Harrow lost its high school and so did many other small communities across Ontario. The government of Doug Ford has done exactly the opposite. The government of Doug Ford has committed millions of dollars to upgrading older schools and building new schools. The public school board is receiving $26 million to build a new school in Amherstburg. In addition to that, the Ford government committed $2.1 million to build a child care centre at Stella Maris School in Amherstburg, $12.3 million for a new Prince Andrew School in LaSalle, and $3.7 million for new child care space and resources at Essex Public School in Essex. That’s a total of over $44 million for schools in Essex County alone. $44 million is not “shortchange.” -Anthony Leardi Amherstburg
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ETFO members, including teachers and support workers, from Amherstburg Public School, Prince Andrew Public School in LaSalle and Anderdon Public School gathered in front of the latter school during the ETFO’s one-day walkout.
A picket line featuring teachers and support workers gathered in front of Malden Central Public School last Wednesday as the ETFO held a one-day walkout. More strikes are likely this week, unless a settlement can be reached with the Ontario government.
Public elementary teachers, support worker hit picket lines By Ron Giofu
Public elementary teachers and educational support workers were the latest to hit the picket lines with members of other teaching union set to go back out this week, barring a settlement. Staff represented by the Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario (ETFO) held a one-day strike last Wednesday with picket lines being set up locally in front of Malden Central Public School and Anderdon Public School. Malden Central staff were joined for all or part of the day with staff from Colchester North Public School and Harrow Public School while Anderdon staff was joined by educational colleagues from Amherstburg Public School and Prince Andrew Public School. Representation from the Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association (OECTA) were at some of the picket lines again, as were staff members from General Amherst High School that stopped by on their lunch hours.
Anderdon teacher and ETFO union representative Jodi Baillargeon said they were receiving a lot of support while on the picket lines, including a lot of vehicles honking as they drove past. “It’s nice to see that support,” said Baillargeon. Baillargeon added they would rather have been in the classroom teaching but said they were picketing for “the right reasons.” “None of us want to be out here,” she said. Materials that ETFO members were handing out included a list of their “key priorities” such as kindergarten being delivered by a full-time certified teacher and designated early childhood educator team, smaller class sizes, support for students with special needs and safe and healthy classrooms including resources and supports to address violence. “Our own kids are missing school,” said Baillargeon. “As a parent, this affects me too.”
Gail Lukacs, ETFO representative at Malden Central, also said they were getting a lot of support. “We’re getting a positive response from the public and we appreciate it,” said Lukacs. The morale on the picket line was good as well, she added. “We’re all standing together to fight for the future of education in Ontario,” said Lukacs. Lukacs said she is in her last year of teaching but she said the fight is about future generations as well. “It’s everyone’s fight,” she said. As picketers were on the lines last Wednesday, bargainers were back at the table as, with the help of a mediator, negotiations resumed with the province. Those sessions continued throughout the week but broke down by the weekend, reports state. Meanwhile, teachers and educational support workers with the OECTA were out province-wide yesterday (Tuesday),
staging their own one-day strike. Public teachers could return to the picket lines later this week as well, barring a settlement with the province. As it relates to the EFTO walkout, Minister of Education Stephen Lecce issued a statement saying “Teacher union leaders once again are breaking their promise to parents as they proceed with a full one-day withdrawal of services, province-wide. The consequences of union-led escalation are real, as families are forced to find child care on short notice. Repeated escalation at the expense of our students, to advance higher compensation, higher wages, and even more generous benefits, is unacceptable for parents and students in our province. We firmly believe students should be in class, which is why we continue to stand ready to negotiate to reach a deal Ontario students deserve.”
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Community Living Essex County celebrates $15,000 donation for ASAP project By Ron Giofu
The ASAP project spearheaded by Community Living Essex County (CLEC) has received a nice financial shot in the arm. The project – which stands for “As Safe As Possible” - project focuses on educating people with an intellectual disability how to recognize and avoid victimization from crimes of human trafficking and exploitation and to increase awareness of the local police and justice communities about the abilities of people with an intellectual disability and how to successfully support them to obtain justice. Caesars Windsor Cares supported the project thanks to a $15,000 grant. “The funding will go to enhance our ASAP training program,” explained CLEC director of supports for the south area Lee-Anne Dupuis. Dupuis said the project not only educates those with intellectual disabilities, but those in law enforcement
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on how well the network is performing and what people might want to see in the future. “It’s been a really good turnout,” said Wilson, of the open house. Wilson said the CWATS committee consists of representatives from each of the seven Essex County municipalities, ERCA, the Ministry of Transportation, Windsor, Chatham-Kent and the County of Essex. The input gathered on the master plan update is to be compiled and eventually brought to Essex County council, possibly within 2020. She added there has been about 415 kilometres of paved shoulders and trails already installed around Essex County, roughly half of what had originally been proposed. The public was invited to let the county and the CWATS committee know what they want to see in terms of paved shoulders and trails along county roadways, so that 800-kilometre target could change, Wilson noted. One of the proposed 2020 CWATS projects is in the Town of Amherstburg. A 1.3-kilometre trail is planned for Alma St. between Fryer St. and Meloche Road. That is estimated at costing $710,000 with the town funding about $426,000 of that while CWATS covers the balance. Jennifer Escott and Lori Newton from Bike WindsorEssex were two of the people on hand for the CWATS open house and were happy with what they saw. “There’s an awful lot to digest,” said Escott, as she looked over the numerous boards that were posted around the council chambers Newton said the concept is “fantastic” and there were “some very important questions being asked” during the open house. Both said they were pleased that the master plan is being updated.
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Rae Demitroff is shown with Amherstburg Food & Fellowship President Timothy McAllister. Demitroff recently held a food drive in her River Canard subdivision collecting food items for the mission. (Submitted photo)
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She may only be in Grade 4, but Amherstburg resident Rae Demitroff already knows that you’re never too young to give back to your community. Rae, who attends Anderdon Public School, decided that what she really wanted for Christmas was to collect food for the needy. So, she took it upon herself to start a food drive. On December 17, she went door-to-door in the Beneteau Subdivision in River Canard, joined by her brothers James and Luke, cousins Julia and Aiden Weir, and friend Daphne MacInnes. Rae and her family had sent out flyers to the neighbourhood the previous week, to let people know they would be asking for donations. Rae explains that, “I want to help people like how people help me, and a food drive is something I can do. It’s ‘paying
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Town employee Ross Sinasac (third from left) was recognized at the Jan. 27 council meeting for his 35 years of service to the town. Also pictured are manager of human resources Michelle Rose, Sinasac’s wife Sarah and Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche.
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By Ron Giofu X-ray services are coming to the Amherstburg Health Care Centre and its owner is hoping for more in the future. A groundbreaking was held last Wednesday afternoon for the new x-ray clinic, that will be offered later this year in a suite at the health care facility, located at 433 Sandwich St. S. “What this is planned to be is a diagnostic suite for the community,” said owner Luigi DiPierdomenico. “To start, we’ll have x-ray and we will be making application to expand services to provide ultrasound, bone mineral density and mammography.” DiPierdomenico estimates the x-ray project to cost $250,000 and he hopes to have it open in May. He said there will also be an additional physician suite added as part of the project with an additional doctor scheduled to join them in 2021. The goal is for Amherstburg residents to be able to access health care needs in their home community and not have to travel to Windsor or other local towns to access the services they require. “Now our residents will be able to stay in their hometown to get the health care needs taken care of,” said Mayor Aldo DiCarlo, who joined DiPierdomenico for the groundbreaking. “The town supports additions to health care services so people don’t have to leave town to get them. X-ray is the next step in doing that.” DiPierdomenico hopes to find out later this year whether the applications for the additional services to offer at the Amherstburg Health Care Centre will be successful.
“Ross was best known around public works under the nickname Rosco and he worked for a number of years in a maintenance role with his good friend and co-worker Roger Deslippe,” stated Rose. “Ross was always very clever at coming up with solutions for fixing things which helped make the everyday tasks more efficient.” Sinasac went to the parks department when that became its own division in 2020. He had a parks and building maintenance position. “Ross took a lot of pride caring for the large, open grass areas and sports fields,” said Rose. “Staff and residents would see him in the wide-area mower where he spent countless hours ensuring the community looked pristine. There’s probably not one property that Ross hasn’t touched and maintained to a high standard.” Rose stated that Sinasac also had an “integral role” woodworking and maintaining benches and wooden • signs in town. “Ross has made a num- • ber of great friends at the town and would like every- • one to know how much he’s • enjoyed working alongside each and every one of them over the past 35 years,” said Rose.
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The serenity of Wheatley and the shores of Lake Erie await. This ranch bungalow is approx. 1400 sq ft providing the perfect size for retirees, first timers or empty nesters. With 3 bdrms and 2 baths, open concept family rm w/gas fireplace and mantel, dining rm, brand new kitchen, vaulted ceilings, new laminate and carpet, updated shingles, fresh paint, double garage with loads of storage, newer fag furnace and A/C (bonus newer furnace in garage is propane). All of this with a waterview of the Lake and a 5 min walk to public beach and access to neighbourhood private beach. Potential as seasonal rental, vacation property or just an escape
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2 bdrm, 2 bath waterfront full brick home located along Amherstburg’s most beautiful water way. Home has loads of character & is situated on a 77.52’ x irreg lot. Main flr features kitchen & eating area, combination living & dining rm, 2 bdrms, 1 - 4pc bath & a 2pc powder rm. Lrg windows make the magnificent unobstructed view breathless. Lower lvl with walkout can be completed to your liking to add to this great living space. Hot water gas boiler with c/air, 1 car attached garage and more. Home is being sold “As is”. Call listing agent for more info on this great property. John Pento, Sales Representative 519-736-1766 or direct 519-919-8767
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The bridge over the Long Marsh Drain is now being replaced and Concession 2 North is now capitalized in that area. (RTT File Photo) Members of the “Raybots” team show what they’ve been working on and what they presented at the provincial FIRST Lego League championships in Waterloo. From left: Ashley Heeley, Noah Nespolon, Molly Parks, Ella Renaud and Valery Smith. Absent are Alex Stadnick, Sarah Shudaifat and Laila Shudaifat.
Portion of Conc. 2 “Raybots” advance to provincial championships North closed for bridge replacement By Ron Giofu
The Stella Maris School “Raybots” were in Waterloo on the weekend where they competed in the FIRST Lego League provincial championships. The team qualified for the competition after they won at the regional level. “We went to the regionals the first week in December at St. Clair College and won first place,” explained teacher/ coach Christine Parks. Team member Molly Parks said they had to show judges their robot game, their robot design executive summary, their project and their core values. She added that when the winners were being announced, they started from third place and went up and that the “Raybots” were disappointed when their name wasn’t called at first. However, teammate Noah Nespolon added they were surprised to hear they had won. As part of their presentation at the provincials in Waterloo, the Raybots also included their “tiny homes” project, something they had previously presented to
town council that saw council pass a bylaw allowing smaller, secondary dwellings. The “Raybots” worked with architects Dory Azar and Ronald Renaud, team member Ella Renaud noted, with design modifications being added. “We already added a front porch to the design after we met with (Azar),” said Renaud. The “Raybots” connected with Azar through Twitter and Molly notes “he identifies himself as an honourary Raybot.” The Stella Maris School team based the design of their tiny home on the pensioners’ cottage at Fort Malden National Historic Site and worked with software provided by IKEA to create preliminary blueprints of the 348 square foot home. They got some good news at provincials despite not winning. “We had a very busy day (Saturday) at provincials,” Christine stated. “Unfortunately, the Raybots did not win any awards, however their final ranking has placed them in the top 15 per cent in the province.”
The Town of Amherstburg is advising of the longterm road closure of Concession 2 North to facilitate a bridge replacement over the Long Marsh Drain. The roadway will be closed to through traffic between North Side Road and Beneteau Dr. with that closure having started this past Monday. The work is expected to last until October. The town states local traffic will be maintained and residents will be given access to their homes, but delays should be expected. Drivers are reminded that traffic disruptions may occur. People should also slow down, obey all traffic signage and watch for flag persons in the construction zone.
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The Amherstburg Admirals came close to handing the first place Lakeshore Canadiens their first loss at home this season, but came up just short. Andrew Thoms’ breakaway goal just 23 seconds into overtime gave Lakeshore a 2-1 win over the Admirals last Friday night at the Atlas Tube Centre. The Canadiens are now 19-0 on home ice though Admirals head coach Paul Bortignon noted Amherstburg was able to do something that no other team has been able to do when going into Lakeshore this season. “We’re the first team to take a point off of them (in Lakeshore) this year. That’s a good thing,” said Bortignon. Bortignon said that hasn’t happened in any of the first 18 games the Canadiens have hosted. “We are not disappointed with the effort,” he said. Noting there will not be three-on-three overtime in the playoffs as there was in the regular season, Bortignon said there won’t be a repeat of what happened in overtime Friday night where the Admirals took a chance in overtime, missed the net only to see the opposition come down and score. “It is what it is in the regular season,” said Bortignon. Max Sieberer banged home a rebound to give the Canadiens a 1-0 lead 12:25 into the second period but Cody Schneider tied it for the Admirals by converting a centering pass from Broden Meloche at the 19:10 mark of the second. Amherstburg goalie Nick Bolton had a solid night in net, stopping 35 of 37 Lakeshore shots, including one save in the third period where he had to reach behind him to sweep the puck away from the goal line. The Admirals had 24 shots on the night. “The effort was there,” Bortignon emphasized. “We
Amherstburg’s Bryce McGregor (18) gets a second period scoring chance on Lakeshore goalie Matt Tovell last Friday night. Lakeshore edged the Admirals 2-1 in overtime. just came up one goal short.” There was only one penalty called on the night, a tripping call against Lakeshore’s Dean Albano in the second period, and that was killed off. All of the goals came at even strength. After Friday night’s game, the Admirals were 12-21-3 on the road as opposed to 9-10 at the Libro Centre. Bortignon believes they tend to play more physical hockey on the road, adding “I think we find ways to get everyone involved on the road.” Amherstburg’s record sat at 21-12-1-3 overall after Friday night’s game, good for 46 points and a third place tie with the Essex 73’s in the PJHL Stobbs Division. The Admirals and 73’s faced off in an important matchup for playoff positioning last night in Essex,
after this issue of the RTT went to press. Bortignon said it would be “huge” to get the third seed and stated Friday night he didn’t see any problem in getting his team motivated for the Essex game. The Admirals are in Wallaceburg tonight (Wednesday) and then host that very same Wallaceburg team Sunday night at 7 p.m. in what will be the final game of the 2019-20 regular season.
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Town council passes amended bylaw at Jan. 27 meeting By Ron Giofu The Town of Amherstburg has a newly amended refreshment vehicle bylaw and it will allow food trucks and the like to be situated closer to existing businesses and festivals. The latter was a bone of contention at the most recent regular meeting of town council, as the proposed amendments to the bylaw featured a 100 metre setback from town festivals. That prompted questions from Bill Deslippe of the Perch Pit food truck, which will be situated on the Waterfront Ice Cream Parlour’s property, as well as Waterfront co-owner Jen DeLuca. Manager of licensing and enforcement Nicole Rubli used the Rotary Ribfest as an example, stating the intention of that clause was to prevent a refreshment vehicle from setting up shop just outside of the festival area. Councillor Patricia Simone added that refreshment vehicles could also set up just outside of privately-run
Refreshment vehicles are seen operating at Fort Malden National Historic Site during Art by the River. The town has passed an amended bylaw for refreshment vehicles. events such as Art by the River if the exemption was removed, which council later agreed to do. “That will hugely impact Art by the River,” added Councillor Michael Prue. Administration noted that refreshment vehicles would have to set up on commercially zoned property. Other council members believed
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and owners that refreshment vehicles represent ‘unfair competition’ to restaurants that have high operating costs such as start-up costs, rent and property taxes. The restaurant industry feels that strict regulations should be placed on refreshment vehicles to avoid competition between the two industries. The Competition Act does not define ‘unfair competition’ and the Bureau does not view competition from low cost business models as unfair. The report indicates: ‘The Bureau found no clear evidence that shows detrimental impacts of mobile food services on restaurants. Rather than being ‘unfair competition.’ mobile food services and restaurants largely reflect two different business models with different levels of investments and services,’” Rubli wrote in her report. Rubli further stated that administration reviewed suitable locations within the town and that an annual lottery process be available to those operators wishing to locate on town property. Public locations for food trucks will be subject to yearly review with administration suggesting spots near or in Toddy Jones Park, Malden Centre Park, Ranta Park, Wigle Park, Centennial Park, Beaudoin Park and Jack Purdie Park.
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“Friday Night Live” returns to local church The live music night known as “Friday Night Live” returned to St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Jan. 31 with an array of different musical talents. The night featured performances from Lauren Baillargeon & Friends, Bluegrass Buffet, Deborah Dalrymple and the tandem of Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke. Donations were accepted on a free will basis. RTT Photos by Jonathan Martin
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Gibson Gallery looks over accomplishments from 2019 at AGM By Ron Giofu The Fort Malden Guild of Arts and Crafts, the organization that oversees the operation of the Gibson Gallery, held its AGM and reported a strong 2019. However, they are still looking for ways to improve in 2020. The guild held its annual general meeting (AGM) last Tuesday night at the Gibson Gallery, with president David Cozens giving a report on how the local art gallery did in 2019, with chairs of their various committees also giving reports detailing the past year. The gallery’s largest fundraiser – Art by the River – celebrated its best year ever, Cozens noted. “Art by the River 2019 was our most successful year ever,” Cozens reported. “That was because we have more entertainment, vendors and food trucks. We also had two perfect days of weather.” Cozens added there were “record crowds as well as record profits” that weekend, with over 10,000 people reported to have attended the grounds at Fort Malden National Historic Site that late-August weekend. “We had great support from the staff at Fort Malden that helped make the weekend a success,” said Cozens. The Holiday Art at the Gallery experienced an increase in business this year, he continued, with new merchandising techniques used to help improve the shopping experience for those who attended that fundraiser just before the holiday season. “We had a merchandiser offer her advice,” said Cozens. Cozens added they had the highest number of artists and vendors take part and the event was well received by the public. “It went very well,” said Cozens. The exhibit season went well, with exhibit chair Trudy Dempsey noting that “Art by the River keeps the gallery open but the exhibits keep the gallery filled.” Cozens added 2019 was the gallery’s 50th anniversary and one of the exhibits reflecting that. “In June, we held an exhibit of those who had exhibited here over the last 50 years,” said Cozens. “That was quite interesting.” Three guilds also meet regularly at the Gibson Gallery, with those including knitting, stitching and painting. Cozens pointed out they meet weekly and welcome new members. “Their attendance was up this year,” he added. Two high school students were awarded scholarships in 2019, with those students being Antonio Simone from General Amherst High School and Jessica Amyotte from St. Thomas of Villanova Secondary School. The Gibson Gallery plans on expanding their scholarships to include St. Clair College and the University of Windsor, Cozens stated. Barb Cozens, David’s wife, was applauded at the AGM as she has stepped down after spending roughly 40 years on the board. She was praised for her work on the gallery’s behalf, with that work going on during good times and bad. Her husband noted that three new artists have joined the board and they look forward to hearing their new ideas. The gallery still looks to improve their visibility and signage in the community, as Cozens noted many Amherstburg residents still don’t know where they are. “I think we’re one of the best kept secrets in town,” he said. For more information on the Gibson Gallery, visit www.gibsonartgallery.com or call 519-736-2826. The Gibson Gallery’s 2020 season starts with the “Artists of the Future” exhibit, which will feature the work of General Amherst and Villanova students. That is scheduled to run March 5-22.
Students in Marwel Helal’s leadership class at General Amherst High School stand with Rotary Club of Amherstburg president Ann Marie Favot in the school gymnasium. Favot thanked the class for their recent support of World Polio Day.
Rotary Club thanks local class By Ron Giofu
The Rotary Club of Amherstburg is taking the time to thank a local high school class for its support of a project. Rotary Club president Ann Marie Favot and Rotarian Rick Daly were at General Amherst High School to thank the guidance leadership class led by teacher Marwan Helal. She said that the class took at “lead role in raising funds to support the battle against this deadly disease” on the recent World Polio Day. “For 40 years, Rotary International has been working hard to end polio,” said Favot. “We have been able to reduce polio cases by 99.9 per cent since our first project in 1979. We have helped immunize more than 2.5 billion children in 122 countries and Rotary has contributed more than $1.8 billion towards the fight.” Favot told the students that Rotarians believe in the motto “service above self” and that “we are people of action,” and said what the class did speaks to those two philosophies. “You are truly leaders in the making,” Favot stated.
Helal said they were approached by the Rotary Club about pursuing a project and they took them up on it. He appointed students Emma Ellis and Isabella Parete to lead the project and the two students worked with the class over a three-day period to get it done. Ellis said they made announcements to the school and researched what polio is and got some facts about it. They also organized a special event within the school where if students paid $2, they were allowed to wear a hat or a jersey that day. Parete said that raised approximately $161. Both Ellis and Parete said it made them feel proud to be able to help out the Rotary Club of Amherstburg and Rotary International’s ongoing fight against polio. Helal said they want to reach out and partner with not only the school community, but the community at large. He said the partnership with the Rotary Club fits in with the curriculum. “Next year, if there is another opportunity, we’d like to collaborate with the Amherstburg Rotary Club again,” said Helal.
Catholic education workers on picket lines yesterday
Of the OECTA one-day strike. Lecce said: “Teacher union leaders have yet again demonstrated their disregard for parents in this province by directing their members to not show up to work. Union leaders are prepared to stand up for things like higher benefits for their members but appear unable to stand up for the basic expectation that students should learn each and every day. We are committed to meaningful good-faith negotiations with our labour partners so we can ensure students are in class.”
In another statement issued last Friday with regards to the Ministry of Labour mediator calling parties back to the table: “We look forward to the opportunity to negotiate to reach a settlement that keeps students in class and ends the union-led disruption that is affecting so many students across the province. We continue to ask the unions to come to the table with realistic proposals that prioritize student success. Our students deserve no less.”
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sales@rivertowntimes.com Tai Chi Open House on Tuesday Feb 7 at Community of Christ Church 157 Alma St., Amherstburg to show how to improve your circulation and balance, increase your strength and reduce stress. Learn to focus on the well being of the body and mind through Taoist Tai Chi. View a demo video at www.taoist.org or call 519-255-9744 or e-mail Windsor @taoist.org Dates are Friday Feb 7 9:30 - 10:15 a.m., Monday Mar 2 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. Pasta Dinner — The Usher’s Club of St. Joseph Parish in River Canard is hosting an all-you-can-et pasta dinner Friday, Feb. 14 at the parish hall from 5-8 p.m. Tickets: $10 available after mass or in the parish office. Under 3 or over 80 years free! Advance ticket sales only, no ticket sales at the door.
Big Benefit for A.L.S. Sunday, Feb. 16, 3-9pm Royal Canadian Legion Br 594 (Howard Ave). Pasta dinner and live entertainment featuring the All Star Orchestra with special guests including Kenny Koekstat and Steve Laforet of Brand X, Bobby Jay Harris of the Nighthawks, Ollie Marcoux of the Ollie Cats and others. Silent auction and more. Tickets are $20 and are available at Long & McQuade, RCL594 or call John Gray (519) 7347099 Fundraiser for the Hope of St. Joseph Shelter Inc. located in Bukavu, DR Congo, Africa. Sunday, February 16. Pasta w/meat sauce and salad. Serving 4:30-6:30pm. Columbus Community Hall, 190 Richmond St. Adults $12, Kids $7. Pay at the door. Take Out Available.
Amherstburg Blood Donor Centre Wednesday, February 19th from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Libro Complex New Donors & Walk Ins Welcome! Amherstburg Food Bank is here to help. Open Tues., Thur. & Fri. 10 am to noon. Drop by 126 Richmond Street. FUNDRAISING CHILI DINNER — The Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission (298 Victoria St. S.) invites the community for a special evening featuring Tim’s Famous Chili Dinner. Fundraiser being held Friday, Feb. 21, between 5-7 p.m. Enjoy a bowl of chili, with coleslaw, rolls, coffee/tea and dessert. Adults $15, children under 12 $8. For tickets, stop by the mission and see Violet or Kim. For information, call 519-736-9140.
Amherstburg Community Services’ 6th Annual SOUPer Wednesday will be held on Wed., Feb. 26, at Columbus Community Hall (formerly K of C) 190 Richmond St. 13 delicious soups and vote on your favourite. Buy your tickets ($10 p.p.) ACS office, 179 Victoria St. Mon.-Fri. 9-4. To book an appointment or for additional information, please contact us at 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) / www.blood.ca / GiveBlood App New To Amherstburg! Just Had A Baby! Would you like a visit from the Welcome Wagon Call 519 990-0908 (Sandie) welcomewagonamherstburg@gmail. com.
Golden Age Club — from 9:30-10 a.m., beginners line dancing. 30-minute session free for first timers, join the club for $10 annual fee. All members are welcome to attend more beginner classes or join the regular 10 a.m. class for a $5 per session fee. Those attending 9:30 a.m. class can stay for the 10-11:30 a.m. class No Charge. Bingo each Friday at 1 p.m. Call Mickey at 519-713-9612 for bingo info. Pepper each Monday and Friday, Euchre each Tues, Bridge each Wed, and Cribbage each Thurs at 1 p.m •Please register for line dancing or pepper class at tel 519-736-3367 or e-mail goldenageclub235@gmail. com. No age limit. Go to www.goldenagecentre.ca for information about our club.
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Local youth FIRST Lego League team presses town for more bike racks By Ron Giofu A group of local youth came before town council to press for more bike racks to accommodate active transportation in Amherstburg. The “Cozmic Queenz,” a group of local girls that are a community FIRST Lego League (FLL) team, came to council at the Jan. 27 meeting and noted that teams are tasked with a new “real world project.” This year’s theme is “City Shaper” and the “Cozmic Queenz” told town council they are trying to find a way to make the community better. Team members include Ava and Lily Argoselo, Morgan Humber, Addison and Molly Reaume and Lily Van Grinsven. The group told council they explored the community and found that active transportation infrastructure is lacking, especially the lack of bicycle parking at both businesses and town facilities. The girls told council members they would like to assist with “strategic locations for bicycle parking” and also wanted to discuss the type of structures used for bicycle parking. They brought their “Bike-O-Rama 5000” with them to council that they designed for their FLL competition, stating in a written submission to town council that their “bike parking system will accept a wide range of bike sizes and offers a locker to store personal belongings as well as your bike helmet. It also has a locking system for the bike that is incorporated into the locker and locks both the bike and belongings at the same time.” Councillor Patricia Simone praised the “Cozmic Queenz” for coming before town council and pointed out she has already requested a report on the matter. Director of parks, facilities, recreation and culture Phil Roberts added they will monitor the youth robotics team suggestions when his department compiles the report on additional bicycle racks. “It is on our radar now,” Roberts told the group. Roberts also noted the mayor’s youth advisory committee is also working on such a suggestion. Councillor Michael Prue believed correspondence should be sent to surround-
Wood duck boxes built by local children and parents
Twelve-year-old Steven Reaume, left, builds a duck box at the AMA Sportsmens Club in Amherstburg on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020. Around 30 youths conLocal ducks are getting structed 55 of the boxes, which will protect ducks’ some affordable housing. eggs from predators during the waterfowl’s breeding Amherstburg youths season. (Photo by Jonathan Martin) By Jonathan Martin
constructed wooden duck boxes at the AMA Sportsmen’s Club last Saturday. The boxes, which AMA volunteer Kimberley McEvoy said will be scattered throughout local wetlands over the next few weeks, will serve as protection for ducks’ eggs during the waterfowl’s breeding season. “As hunters, we also want to be conservationists,” McEvoy said. “It’s important to give back, just as we take from nature.” McEvoy oversaw around 30 kids and their parents as the outdoorspeople screwed planks of wood together to form the fowl’s cuboid shelters. In the front of each duck’s home, a small, circular hole serves as an entrance for the feathered friends. At the back, a
wooden flap allows for waterfowl-lovers to clean out the shelter when the birds’ poor housekeeping skills fill it up with detritus. The young construction workers, many of whom attend archery and air rifle classes at the AMA Sportsmen’s Club, put together 55 of the boxes. One of the builders was 12 year-old Steven Reaume. “I’ve been doing this for years,” he said. “My uncle introduced me to this because he (hunts ducks). Building the boxes has taught me how to work with power tools and it’s nice to give back.” McEvoy said the AMA Sportsmen’s Club supplied the materials for the boxes’
construction. The organization maintains a fund for its youth-engagement projects. “Pretty much everything we do here is for the kids,” McEvoy said. “Getting them out, experiencing the outdoors and having a good time. It’s good.” The engaged youngsters will likely get to see their boxes put to use in early March, when the first of the waterfowl start their mating season. From September to early January, hunters will get to reap the benefits of the youths’ woodworking skills. When hunting season ends, the cycle will begin again.
Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche stands with local FIRST Lego League team “The Cozmic Queenz” and some of their mentors following the group’s presentation to Amherstburg town council. The group was pressing for more bicycle infrastructure. The team consists of Lily Argoselo, Morgan Humber, Addison and Molly Reaume and Lily Van Grinsven. ing Essex County municipalities to co-ordinate such a project across the area, with Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche pointing out that an update of the County-Wide Active Transportation System (CWATS) is underway. “This would be a great presentation to make at the county level as well,” Meloche told the delegation.
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