Amherstburg wins four FEO awards

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Hamilton Winterfest won in the $100,001-$500,000 category with their sponsor being the Hamilton Oshawa Port Authority.

“I am thrilled to receive this award. Amherstburg is a great place to live, and this award reveals that Amherstburg is an extraordinary place to visit too! This award confirms that Amherstburg is doing many things right when it comes to festivals and events. Our festivals and events are delivered by the Tourism Team and supported by all Town departments, who continue to raise the bar on delivering quality events that use industry best practices,” stated Mayor Michael Prue. “They use creative ingenuity that engages residents, visitors and businesses alike. We are grateful to Festivals and Events Ontario for this award and thank you to Enbridge, our award-winning sponsor for River Lights. Delivering festivals and events takes a village of volunteers, staff and supporting organizations to assist us in exceeding our goals.”

Prue said during Monday night’s council meeting that in discussions at hte conference, people were commenting that Amherstburg “certainly punched above its weight class.”

Two Amherstburg events were also named as “Top 100 Events” by FEO. They included Open Air Weekends and the River Lights Winter Festival.

“Enbridge is delighted to help support the River Lights Festival and other excellent programs in Amherstburg,” said Denise Heckbert, Renewable Power Strategy & Markets Policy, Enbridge. “Every year, River Lights finds creative ways to build on their traditions with fun new ways to celebrate as a community. We look forward to continuing our ongoing partnership with the Town and with the talented Tourism Team again this year.”

Anne Rota, manager of tourism and culture for the Town of Amherstburg added: “These awards really go out to all of our partners, volunteers and supporters; they are truly the fabric and backbone of our success.”

After a short illness, Dennis passed away on March 7, 2023 at the age of 73. Predeceased by his beloved parents Jack and Ilo (Dugan) Purdie. Father of four children and grandfather of 8. Loving brother of Sharon (Clarence, 2016) Schopf, Patricia (Leo) Levack, Susan (Jack, 2018) Gibbons, Kaye Potter, Colleen (Romeo, 2018) DiPierdomenico, John (Mary) Purdie, and Ken (Jan) Purdie. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Dennis was a Life time member of the RCL Branch 157 where he held all positions, including President. He also held many positions in the Zone. Dennis was known for his chicken wings and was the 4 time champion. He was highly regarded as a troubleshooter in the manufacturing field. In his younger years, Dennis was a well known bowler and baseball player.

In kindness, memorial donations made to Branch 157 or to the War Amps would be appreciated.

Special thanks to the staff from 6W WRH Ouellette Campus, especially Adam and Nicole. Your care and concern was greatly appreciated.

Visiting took place at the James H Sutton Funeral Home, 401 Sandwich St. S., Amherstburg (519-736-2134) on Saturday, March 11 from 4-9 p.m. and Sunday, March 12 from 2-5 p.m. and 6:30 -9 p.m. with RCL Prayers at 7 p.m. His funeral was celebrated on Monday, March 13, 2023, leaving the funeral home at 10:30 for Funeral Mass at St. John the Baptist at 11 a.m. Cremation followed.

You may leave your condolences or make a memorial donation online at www.jhsuttonfuneral.ca