Lieutenant Governor to visit communities in Northern Ontario
TORONTO (July 26, 2016)–Her Honour the Hon. Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, will conduct official visits to the communities of Sault Ste. Marie, Elliot Lake, Manitoulin Island, and Northern Bruce Peninsula during a tour of the region from Wednesday, July 27 to Saturday, July 30, 2016. The tour is part of Her Honour’s continuing program of travel to communities in Ontario.
Itinerary
Sault Ste. Marie
Wednesday, July 27, 2016
10:20 a.m. – Unity Pact signing ceremony at the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site
Parks Canada Building, 1 Canal Drive, Sault Ste. Marie
The Lieutenant Governor will deliver remarks during a ceremony marking the signing of the Unity Pact between the Anishinabeg Nation and the Port of Algoma. The ceremony will take place at the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site, where the Robinson Huron Treaty was signed in 1850. The Unity Pact is a commitment to consultation and co-operation as the Port of Algoma is redeveloped. Her Honour will have an opportunity to meet the ceremony’s participants, which include chiefs of the area’s First Nations, Port of Algoma CEO Anshumali Dwivedi, Ontario Regional Chief Isadore Day, and local parliamentary representatives.
12:15 p.m. – Visit to the Machine Shop at Mill Square
75 Huron Street, Sault Ste. Marie
The Lieutenant Governor will tour the Machine Shop, a repurposed arts, music, and events venue within the Mill Square, a mixed-use development located at Sault Ste. Marie’s historic Mill district. Her Honour will visit the music conservatory, innovation centre, reception hall, concert venue, and open market.
1:10 p.m. – Visit to Sault Ste. Marie City Hall
99 Foster Drive, Sault Ste. Marie
Following a courtesy call with Sault Ste. Marie Mayor Christian Provenzano, the Lieutenant Governor will join members of civil society in Sault Ste. Marie during a roundtable focusing on sustainable economic development. Her Honour will attend a private lunch hosted by the mayor.
2:50 p.m. – Visit to the Art Gallery of Algoma
10 East Street, Sault Ste. Marie
The Lieutenant Governor will tour the Art Gallery of Algoma, during which she will view the gallery’s collections and an exhibition exploring the history of the Group of Seven in Algoma. Her Honour will attend a reception in the company of gallery staff.
3:45 p.m. – Visit to the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre
50 Pim Street, Sault Ste. Marie
The Lieutenant Governor will tour the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre. The heritage centre preserves the history of bush flying, which involves the use of unpaved runways, and forest protection in Canada. Her Honour will also tour the Northern Superior Brewing Company and Brewery Museum, located within the heritage centre’s hangar.
6 p.m. – Dinner at the Ermatinger Clergue National Historic Site
831 Queen Street East, Sault Ste. Marie
The Lieutenant Governor will attend a dinner hosted by the Mayor and City Council of Sault Ste. Marie at the Ermatinger Clergue National Historic Site. Present will be local parliamentary representatives, chiefs and representatives of the area’s First Nations, and representatives of local colleges and universities. The historic site features two old stone houses where visitors can rediscover life in the 19th century and Sault Ste. Marie’s links to the fur trade.
Elliot Lake
Thursday, July 28, 2016
10 a.m. – Visit to Miners’ Memorial Park
325 King’s Highway 108, Elliot Lake
Greeted by Elliot Lake Mayor Dan Marchisella, the Lieutenant Governor will meet community members at Miners’ Memorial Park. Her Honour will tour the Mining Monument, which commemorates Elliot Lake’s mining legacy and honours workers of local miners who had been injured or killed, and the park’s boardwalk.
10:30 a.m. – Visit to Elliot Lake City Hall
45 Hillside Drive North, Elliot Lake
Following a courtesy call with the Mayor of Elliot Lake, the Lieutenant Governor will join representatives of the development community during a roundtable focusing on local initiatives. Her Honour will then attend a private lunch hosted by the mayor and city council.
1 p.m. – Visit to the Lester B. Pearson Civic Centre
255 King’s Highway 108, Elliot Lake
The Lieutenant Governor will tour the Elliot Lake Nuclear and Mining Museum, which celebrates the city’s mining heritage and former status as the Uranium Capital of the World. Her Honour will also visit the Gallery at the Centre, a co-operative art gallery currently representing 20 local artists of various media.
2 p.m. – Visit to the Fire Tower Lookout
Elliot Lake
The Lieutenant Governor will tour the Fire Tower Lookout, a popular lookout point that has been restored to its original 1950s aesthetic.
2:40 p.m. – Boat tour of Dunlop Lake
Dunlop Lake Boat Launch, Elliot Lake
Accompanied by Elliot Lake Fire Chief John Thomas, the Lieutenant Governor will take a pontoon boat tour of Dunlop Lake, a popular recreation spot for tourists and local residents.
3:45 p.m. – Visit to Sheriff Creek Wildlife Sanctuary
Elliot Lake
The Lieutenant Governor will take a walking tour of the Sheriff Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, a protected habitat for birds, mammals, and reptiles located on the edge of Elliot Lake.
6:30 p.m. – Reception at the Lester B. Pearson Civic Centre
255 King’s Highway 108, Elliot Lake
The Lieutenant Governor will attend a reception hosted by the Mayor of Elliot Lake. The Elliot Lake Amateur Theatre Ensemble will perform a comedy scene, after which local musical talent will perform. Present will be local representatives and members of civil society in Elliot Lake.
Manitoulin Island
Friday, July 29, 2016
10 a.m. – Visit to the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation
15 Highway 551, M’Chigeeng
The Lieutenant Governor will tour the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation, which was established in 1974 to strengthen the language and culture of the Anishinaabek Nation. Her Honour will have an opportunity to meet with chiefs and elders of the United Chiefs and Councils of Mnidoo Mnising.
11:05 a.m. – Visit to the Neon Raven Art Gallery
53 Corbiere Road, M’Chigeeng
The Lieutenant Governor will visit the Neon Raven Art Gallery, which was established in 2002 to showcase the works of the acclaimed Beam family.
12:30 p.m. – Visit to the Central Manitoulin Municipal Complex
6020 Highway 542, Mindemoya
After meeting municipal councillors and staff, the Lieutenant Governor will participate in a courtesy call with Central Manitoulin Mayor Richard Stephens.
1 p.m. – Visit to Mindemoya Community Hall
6032 Highway 542, Mindemoya
The Lieutenant Governor will join mayors of other Manitoulin Island municipalities and representatives of local First Nations during a roundtable focusing on social cohesion in the community. Her Honour will then attend a reception hosted by the Mayor of Central Manitoulin. Present will be roundtable participants and staff from Central Manitoulin and other Island municipalities.
2:35 p.m. – Visit to the Central Manitoulin Welcome Centre
2207 Highway 551, Mindemoya
During a tour of the Central Manitoulin Welcome Centre, the Lieutenant Governor will meet with summer students; Ted Taylor, President of the Central Manitoulin Historical Society; and Pat Costigan, curator of XXXX Museum.
3:45 p.m. – Visit to the Mishibinijima Private Art Gallery
426 Lakeshore Road, Wikwemikong
The Lieutenant Governor will visit the Mishibinijima Private Art Gallery, which was established by artist James Simon. The gallery’s collection of paintings explores the legacy of the residential school system, Indigenous spirituality, and reconciliation.
5 p.m. – Visit to the Wikwemikong Unceded Indian Reserve
Band Administration Office, 19A Complex Drive, Wikwemikong
Greeted by Chief Duke Peltier, the Lieutenant Governor will address a gathering of community members. Her Honour will observe the presentation of a replica of the Mookamaanish Sword, which was presented by the Crown 200 years ago to thank the Wikwemikong community for its participation in the War of 1812. The replica was created by the Canadian War Museum, where the original sword currently resides with the agreement of the community. Her Honour will then attend dinner.
Northern Bruce Peninsula
Saturday, July 30, 2016
8:40 a.m. – Ferry ride to Tobermory
South Baymouth Ferry Terminal, 41 Water Street, South Baymouth
The Lieutenant Governor will take the 9:10 a.m. MS Chi-Cheemaun ferry to Tobermory. While on board, Her Honour will tour the vessel and observe interactive workshops with artist Falcon Migwans and a drumming demonstration. She will visit the on-board art gallery and the wheelhouse. Local student musicians will perform upon the ferry’s arrival in Tobermory. Northern Bruce Peninsula Mayor Milt McIver will greet Her Honour shipside.
11:20 a.m. – Visit to Bruce Peninsula National Park
Bruce Peninsula National Park, Tobermory
The Lieutenant Governor will tour the visitor centre at Bruce Peninsula National Park, after which she will attend a private lunch hosted by the Mayor of Northern Bruce Peninsula.
12:50 p.m. – Tour of Fathom Five National Marine Park
248 Big Tub Road, Tobermory
The Lieutenant Governor will take a boat tour of Fathom Five National Marine Park, a popular diving destination. Her Honour will have an opportunity to view preserved shipwrecks, lighthouses, and freshwater ecosystems.