Windsor Essex Pelee Island

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WELCOME TO EPIC
WINE COUNTRY P.34
THE GREAT
OUTDOORS P.39
CAESARS WINDSOR
GAMING & NIGHTLIFE P.50
WINDSOR ESSEX
PELEE ISLAND
OFFICIAL VISITOR GUIDE
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visitor guide
contents
Welcome to Windsor Essex Pelee Island ............5
Visitor Information ..................................................6
Our Communities ....................................................8
Arts & Entertainment ..........................................13
Windsor Essex Area Hotels..................................24
City of Windsor Map..............................................28
Essex County Pelee Island Map ..........................30
Wineries & Agri-Tourism......................................33
The Great Outdoors ..............................................39
Gaming & Nightlife ................................................49
Culture & Heritage ................................................53
Sports Tourism ......................................................64
Meetings & Conventions ......................................69
ABOUT TOURISM WINDSOR ESSEX PELEE ISLAND
Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island is the official Destination
Marketing Organization (DMO) for the regional tourism industry.
We are a not-for-profit organization that is dedicated to promoting
and selling Windsor, Essex County and Pelee Island as a remarkable
destination for tourists, convention goers and business travelers.
This Visitor Guide is a publication of Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island. For information relating to any aspect of this
publication, including advertising rates and data, please contact us at 519-255-6530, toll free at 1-800-265-3633 or write
to: Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island, 333 Riverside Dr. W., Suite 103, Windsor, ON, Canada N9A 7C5.
Website: www.visitwindsoressex.com E-mail: [email protected]
Much of the editorial content in this Visitor Guide is provided directly by the establishments and does not necessarily
reflect the views of Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island. All information contained in this publication is believed to be
accurate and complete at the time of publication. Since much of the information is subject to change, Tourism Windsor
Essex Pelee Island assumes no liability whatsoever for any damages or loss arising from errors or omissions. We also
recommend that details such as times and dates of events, etc., be confirmed in advance.
A special thanks to our contributing photographers: Gordana Adamovic-Mladenovic (p. 3, 19, 44), Spike Bell (p. 12),
Fort Malden National Historic Site (p. 53, 59), Kevin Kavanaugh (cover photo, p. 34, 57, 69), Ted Kloske (p. 15),
Mike Cholubko (p. 61), Carole Loiselle (page 39), Brad Ouellette (page 41), Steve Pomerleau (p. 14, 50),
Ryan Sapienza (p. 13), Ramza Saruna (p. 58), Gene Schilling (p. 52), The Windsor Star (p. 68), Town of Amherstburg (p. 58)
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windsor
essex pelee island
welcome to
Eddie Francis
Tom Bain
It is my pleasure to welcome you
to Windsor Essex and Pelee Island
along with the delights and
hospitality of this southernmost
region of Canada.
Welcome to our communities of
Essex County! The County culture
sees its towns and villages
celebrate everything that they have
to offer. Whether it’s fresh off the
farm or our vineyards, or if it comes
from our history books or heritage,
I’m certain you will want to discover
all that Essex County has to offer.
As you will quickly discover, we offer
such a variety of attractions and
activities that it would be
impossible to list all of them in this
letter of greeting or indeed, in this
entire Visitors Guide.
But we are honoured to offer you, our guests, the riches of an area
which is the oldest non-native settlement west of Montréal, the
comforts of Canada’s most moderate climate and, perhaps above and
beyond all, the friendliest people in our country.
We have unparalleled shopping, gaming, hospitality, entertainment
and natural attractions, coupled with ease of access to a region
which is within one day’s travel of half the population of the North
American continent.
You’ll enjoy our famous nature preserves, such as Point Pelee
National Park, our world-class wineries and our sporting
opportunities. Immerse yourself in more than 250 years of colourful
history – from our earliest settlements to our pivotal influence in The
War of 1812, from our anti-slavery activities supporting The
Underground Railroad to our pioneering industrial endeavours –
particularly in the automotive field – and so much more.
We are confident that your first experience with us will not be your last,
and we assure you of a noteworthy time whenever you choose
Windsor Essex and Pelee Island for entertainment, relaxation and
many new and memorable adventures.
THE PERFECT GETAWAY
Again, welcome.
Tom Bain, Warden
Essex County
Eddie Francis, Mayor
City of Windsor
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Whether you are just visiting or have lived here all your life, you will
be amazed at the fun and entertainment there is just waiting for
you to experience here in beautiful Essex County!
Rick Masse
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In addition to our many festivals, Essex County is dotted with
numerous parks, conservation areas, beautiful beaches, marinas,
museums and walking trails – something for everyone is available
no matter what the season. Essex County offers something for
seniors and young families, couples and singles alike.
Explore our natural beauty by birding at Point Pelee National Park
and paddling or kayaking at our extensive Conservation Areas like
Tremblay Beach or Hillman Marsh. Re-experience our rich history at
the John Freeman Walls Historic Site, Canadian Transportation
Museum and J.R. Park Homestead. Experience all we have to offer
by taking a tour on ”A Trolley Named Desire.”
Sincerely
Discover what the region of Windsor-Essex has to offer.
Whether you’re into festivals, theatre, wineries, shopping or the
casino, the train makes getting there a pleasure.
Buy now at viarail.ca
Our year-round festival destination
welcomes you from the first taste
of spring to the maple syrup harvest
and keeps inviting you through each season - be it the fresh tastes
of summer, the bounty of our fall, or winter’s festival of lights. The
sweet taste of strawberries in LaSalle, tomatoes in Leamington,
corn in Tecumseh, apples in Ruthven and wine in Amherstburg
along with some of the oldest agricultural fairs in Canada find their
home in Essex County. You are sure to discover that season after
season, "Festival Country" has earned its reputation as a premier
holiday destination.
Welcome to our Island. Pelee Island is a magical place where your activities will be limited only by your
imagination. We have miles of sandy beaches, a magnificent winery, world-class birding, interesting hiking/
biking trails and excellent fishing. May you stay long, and enjoy our southern hospitality.
P.S. Please don't forget to wave, it's an island tradition.
Rick Masse, Mayor
Pelee Island
visitor information
WINDSOR ESSEX WELCOMES YOU TO OUR GREAT REGION!
he Windsor Essex County region is a cosmopolitan area with close to 400,000 people. Our community has a rich
history and a bright future. We are known for our multicultural diversity and a healthy environment where citizens
share a strong sense of belonging and a collective pride of place. Our great quality of life is reflected in our beautiful
and safe neighbourhoods, vibrant cultural districts and over 3,000 acres of open green space! Relax and enjoy your
stay with us!
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TOURISM
INFORMATION
RESOURCES
TOURISM WINDSOR
ESSEX PELEE ISLAND
333 Riverside Dr. W.,
Suite 103, Windsor, ON N9A 7C5
519-255-6530 or
Toll Free: 1-800-265-3633
www.visitwindsoressex.com
REGIONAL TOURISM
INFORMATION CENTER
1235 Huron Church Rd., Windsor, ON
519-915-7000 or
Toll Free: 1-800-265-3633
CAESARS WINDSOR
TOURIST INFORMATION
KIOSK
Caesars Hotel Lobby, Augustus Tower
377 Riverside Dr. E., Windsor, ON
519-258-7878 x 22266
ONTARIO TRAVEL
INFORMATION CENTRE
www.ontariotravel.net
110 Park St. E., Windsor, ON
519-973-1338
LOCAL TOUR OPERATORS
ESSEX COUNTY TOURS
1053 Windermere Rd., Windsor, ON
519-977-9477
www.essexcountytours.com
www.peleeislandtour.com
Offering the Essex County Wine Tour
and the Pelee Island Tour. Groups, bus
charters and field trips welcome. Check
our website for information. Also
available, motor coaches for: Toronto,
London, Woodstock, Waterloo, Kitchener,
Peel, Durham, Oshawa, Ottawa, Windsor,
Renfrew and Petawawa areas.
Call 519-977-9477 or email
[email protected] or
[email protected]
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GREAT ADVENTURE TOURS INC.
www.greatadventuretours.com
498 Blanchard Dr., Tecumseh, ON
519-727-3661 or 1-800-638-3945
Great Adventure Tours is the largest
Windsor Essex Pelee Island receptive
Group Tour Operator offering
discounted and wholesale group rates
on hotels, transportation, attractions
and more to students, adults and
special interest groups. Our
experienced staff is here to help you
customize a tour that suits all your
needs! Let us customize a tour for
your group.
ONTARIO'S FUN CONNECTION
www.ontariosfunconnection.com
245 Marlborough St. N., Blenheim, ON
519-676-8138 or 1-877-877-0253
Ontario’s Fun Connection is a full-service
group tour operator specializing in
Windsor-Essex and Pelee. OFC offers
African heritage, Agri, Eco, Wine, Culinary
and Canadian historical tours. OFC also
offers knowledgeable step-on guides. Let
OFC plan your next group tour to WindsorEssex and Pelee. One call does it all.
LANGUAGE
English and French are the two official
languages of Canada, with English
being the primary language spoken by
the majority of residents in our region.
Signage, documentation and service
at any government office is, by law, in
both official languages, as are road
signs. You will also find package
labelling in both English and French.
WEATHER
www.weatheroffice.ec.gc.ca.
As the southernmost city
in Canada, we enjoy warm
summers with temperatures
climbing into the high 20s/low
30s Celsius (80s/low 90s Fahrenheit),
and winters that are mild by many
Canadian standards.
AGE OF MAJORITY
By law, you must be 19 years of age
and possess valid picture I.D. to enter
any drinking or gaming establishment
or to purchase tobacco or alcoholic
beverages.
DRIVING
Please note that seat belt use is
mandatory in Ontario. Distance is
measured in kilometres – one
kilometre is equal to .62 of a mile.
The speed limit for most city driving is
50 km/hour (31 mph), while highway
driving ranges from 80 km to 100
km/hour (50-62 mph). Gasoline is sold
by the litre (one U.S. gallon is equal to
3.785 litres). To calculate the U.S. price
per gallon, multiply the Canadian price
per litre by 3.78. Police radar detectors
are illegal in Ontario.
Kms into Miles
1 = 0.62
50 = 31
100 = 62.1
Miles into Kms
1 = 1.6
50 = 80
100 = 160
EMERGENCY
Fire, Police, Ambulance: Dial 911
CUSTOMS &
IMMIGRATION
For current information, travel
documentation and allowances when
crossing the Canada/U.S. border call
519-255-6530 or 1-800-265-3633.
POINTS OF ENTRY
DETROIT-WINDSOR TUNNEL LLC
www.dwtunnel.com
AMBASSADOR BRIDGE
www.ambassadorbridge.com
CANADIAN CONSULATE GENERAL,
DETROIT
www.detroit.gc.ca
Immigration enquiries 313-567-2085
CANADA BORDER SERVICES AGENCY
www.cbsa.gc.ca
Outside Canada
English 204-983-3500 or 506-636-5064
French 204-983-3700 or 506-636-5067
Within Canada
English 1-800-461-9999
French 1-800-959-2036
TTY within Canada 1-866-335-3237
RAIL
VIA RAIL
www.viarail.ca/en
Windsor Walkerville Rail Station
298 Walker Rd., Windsor, ON
1-888-842-7245
VIA Rail offers direct service from
Toronto. Windsor is also accessible
from the U.S. through Amtrak.
CITIZENSHIP & IMMIGRATION CANADA
www.cic.gc.ca
Within Canada 1-888-242-2100
TTY within Canada 1-888-576-8502
See our ad on page 4
U.S. CUSTOMS & BORDER PROTECTION
www.cbp.gov
Within USA 1-877-CBP-5511
Outside USA 703-526-4200
TTD 1-866-880-6582
VIP WINDSOR SHUTTLE SERVICES
www.vipwindsorshuttle.com
1855 Huron Church Road, Suite 201
Windsor, ON
519-974-5466
GETTING HERE
AIRPORT/AIR SERVICE
WINDSOR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT,
YOUR QUICK GATEWAY (YQG) INC.
www.yqg.ca
3200 County Rd. 42, Windsor, ON
519-969-2430
The Windsor International Airport, the
convenient advantage for visitor,
business and convention travellers, is
located just 15 minutes from the
downtown Windsor-Detroit Tunnel
and the Ambassador Bridge. The
terminal has been designed to be
passenger friendly to minimize
walking distance throughout the
terminal and adjacent automated
parking lots. For U.S. visitors, the
Detroit Metropolitan Airport is just
over 20 miles from downtown Windsor.
AIRLINES THAT FLY IN/OUT OF
WINDSOR INCLUDE:
AIR CANADA
www.aircanada.com
1-888-247-2262
Air Canada operates 4-6 flights daily
between Toronto Pearson Airport
and Windsor. Connections are also
offered worldwide from other major
gateway cities.
WESTJET
www.westjet.com
1-888-937-8538
WestJet operates flights from May to
October between Calgary and
Windsor. Connections are offered
from other Canadian cities.
PORTER
www.flyporter.com
1-888-619-8622
Porter Airlines operates three flights
daily between Windsor and the Billy
Bishop Toronto City Airport.
AIRPORT/GROUND
TRANSPORTATION
AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION DETROIT
www.dtwsedan.com
22231 Doncaster St.
Romulus, MI
813-417-9388 or
1-877-DTW-SEDAN (389-7332)
Airport Transportation Detroit is
unsurpassed in quality and service
with an impressive fleet of stretch
limousines, SUVs, charter buses, taxis,
luxury sedans and more. Arrive at
your destination in style, comfort and
safety with our Metro Detroit based
luxury sedan and limousine service.
Advance reservations recommended.
Enquire for availability.
TRANSIT WINDSOR
300 Chatham Street West
Windsor, ON
519-944-4111
www.citywindsor.ca/transitwindsor
Transit Windsor operates public
transit service for the municipality of
the City of Windsor, as well as direct
service to downtown Detroit, Comerica
Park and Ford Field via the WindsorDetroit tunnel. Transit Windsor...
Driving today for a better tomorrow.
BY WATER
LAKEVIEW PARK MARINA
City Marina, 9200 Riverside Dr. E.,
Windsor, ON
519-948-3383 year-round
Located where the Detroit River meets
Lake St. Clair
GETTING TO PELEE ISLAND
OWEN SOUND TRANSPORTATION
COMPANY - PELEE ISLAND FERRY
www.ontarioferries.com
Seasonal departures from
Leamington Dock or Kingsville Dock
Reservations 519-724-2115 or
1-800-661-2220 See our ad on page 47
MILEAGE MAP AND CHART
For specific distances between Windsor and nearby major
Canadian and U.S. cities, refer to the chart below
Ottawa
BUS/MOTORCOACH
DETROIT-WINDSOR TUNNEL BUS
www.citywindsor.ca/000599.asp
Transit Terminal Downtown Windsor
300 Chatham St. W., Windsor, ON
519-944-4111
Operated by Transit Windsor. Monday
through Friday daily service from
Windsor to Detroit commencing at
5:30 a.m., last bus leaving Detroit at
1:08 a.m. Saturday service starts at
5:30 a.m. with the last Detroit
departure at 12:38 a.m. Sunday and
holiday service is at 8:00 a.m. with the
last Detroit departure at 1:08 a.m.
GREYHOUND BUS LINES TERMINAL
www.greyhound.ca
Transit Terminal Downtown Windsor
300 Chatham St. W., Windsor, ON
1-800-661-TRIP (8747)
Greyhound Canada provides
convenient and frequent bus service
from the Windsor-Essex Region
throughout Ontario and points beyond
including the states of Michigan, Ohio
and New York.
ONTARIOO Toronto
Niagara
Sarnia Falls Buffalo
MICHIGAN
Detroit
Chicago
ILLINOIS
WINDSOR ESSEX
Toledo
Cleveland
OHIO
INDIANA
Indianapolis
Cincinnati
100 miles
Columbus
PENNSYLVANIA
Pittsburgh
200 miles
300 miles
Canada
London, ON
Montreal, PQ
Niagara Falls, ON
Ottawa, ON
Sarnia, ON
Toronto, ON
Miles
Km
Travel Time
120
557
240
500
67
226
192
891
384
800
107
362
1 hr 45 mins
9 hrs 40 mins
4 hrs 10 mins
8 hrs 35 mins
2 hrs 30 mins
4 hrs
259
284
260
172
313
364
376
614
587
288
63
528
414
454
416
275
501
582
602
982
939
461
101
845
4 hrs 35 mins
4 hrs 30 mins
4 hrs 15 mins
2 hrs 50 mins
5 hrs
5 hrs 55 mins
6 hrs 10 mins
10 hrs
9 hrs 30 mins
4 hrs 40 mins
1 hr
8 hrs 50 mins
United States
Buffalo, NY
Chicago, IL
Cincinnati, OH
Cleveland, OH
Indianapolis, IN
Louisville, KY
Milwaukee, WI
New York, NY
Philadelphia, PA
Pittsburgh, PA
Toledo, OH
Washington, DC
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our communities
AMHERSTBURG
Historic sites, an important ship
building port along the waterfront
and Fort Malden National Historic Site.
Places that stand the time to
commemorate a period when the
destiny of Canada was determined by
the War of 1812. Quite simply, the
heroic efforts of First Nations and
Canadians back then defined who we
are today and which flag we salute.
Amherstburg, the centre of many
fronts, strategies and alliances was
instrumental in defending Canadian
territory during the War of 1812.
Amherstburg was the headquarters
of the Right Division of the British
Army during that iconic time period.
All military and naval actions of the
war in the Detroit River Region were
administered from Fort Amherstburg,
later known as Fort Malden.
ESSEX
The Town of Essex extends from the
centre hub of Essex County down to
the shores of Lake Erie. Consisting of
four distinct and unique centres –
Essex Centre, Harrow Centre,
McGregor Centre and Colchester
Centre, Essex prides itself on its
historical beginnings when the
glistening rails of the Canada Southern
Railway were laid across the muddy
Talbot Trail in 1873. You will find
historical recollections captured on
murals in Essex Centre, rich agriculture
Today, the King’s Navy Yard Park’s
10.5 acres is a footprint of the prior
Navy Yard dating 1796. This site was
responsible for the construction of
several Provincial War Ships that
fought in the War of 1812. Significant
water crafts built include: The
General Hunter, Queen Charlotte,
Lady Prevost, Detroit, Eliza and the
General Myers.
Over 200 years old, Amherstburg
is one of the oldest and prettiest
communities in Ontario. Steeped
in rich history with a fascinating
past, it is often referred to as the
”southern gem” with its pristine
English and contemporary gardens,
water fountains, family fun parks and
genuine hospitality. Visit one of our
many historic sites and museums.
Enjoy quaint shops, charming B&Bs,
winery tours and the open Market. You’ll
feel like you’re always on vacation!
We’re so close and…you’ll love it here!
and farmlands through Colchester
North, a vast selection of wineries
dotting Harrow and Colchester Centres
and beautiful lake views from
Colchester Harbour.
Exciting events highlight many tourist
attractions within this fine community:
the Canadian Transportation Museum
and Heritage Village, John R. Park
Homestead, the Essex and Community
Historical Research Society, the Essex
Steam and Gas Engine Museum, the
Essex Railway Station and the Harrow
Early Immigrant Research Society.
Join us for the Essex Fun Fest, the
KINGSVILLE
Visit www.amherstburg.ca for more
information and for a schedule of
our Bicentennial events visit
www.1812amherstburg.com.
BOB-LO ISLAND A MARINA RESORT COMMUNITY
340 Dalhousie Street
Amherstburg, ON
1-877-222-2126 or 519-736-1111
www.boblo.ca
Bob-Lo Island is an exclusive four
season marina lifestyle community
unlike no other in North America.
Choose from an enchanting landscape
of building lots, exquisitely detailed
homes, townhomes and condos. Here
residents find tranquility while jogging
along the shoreline, biking, waterskiing,
boating, relaxing by the pool, or cross
country skiing.
Harrow Fair and exciting Explore the
Shore weekend event - highlighting
local foods, beverages and attractions
on scenic, rural Essex County Road 50,
along the shore of Lake Erie from
Malden Centre on the west to Arner
Townline on the east.
Take the time to explore the many
shops and businesses, and experience
vibrant hospitality throughout the
Harrow, McGregor, Colchester and
Essex Centres.
Visit www.essex.ca for more
information.
Visit one of the oldest lighthouses on the Great Lakes, the John Freeman Walls
Historic Site, and many of our farms where you can buy your produce fresh from
the farmer.
Enjoy Lakeview Park, splash pad and beach at the Belle River Marina. Experience
the exceptional fishing in the Muskie Capital of Canada.
For more information visit our website at
www.lakeshore.ca
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Visit, play and stay in
Kingsville!
Location -
Be sure to stop at our many roadside fruit and vegetable
stands, Cindy’s Garden Centre, shop and dine at one of
many spectacular restaurants for your dining pleasure
and stay at a variety of accommodations.
• located in the southern most part of Essex County
• Population of 21,000
• Situated in the north shores of Lake Erie
Amenities • A wide variety of available housing
• Safe and vibrant community
• Parks, trails and public beaches
• Championship golf courses
• Award-winning wineries
• A restaurant destination
While you are doing all your activities you will meet our
friendly residents, business owners and community
volunteers who will assist in making your visits enjoyable.
Stop by one of our many restaurants, shop at our retail
stores and attend theatrical performances, musical acts,
and our many festivals and events. Visit the tourist sights,
historical places, the Kingsville Historical Park, explore Jack
Miner’s and many eco-tourism spots. At the Kingsville
Recreation Complex located at 1741 Jasperson Lane, near
downtown Kingsville, enjoy skating, hockey, soccer, tennis,
baseball and skateboard activities. In the community of
Cottam, Ridgeview Park provides more soccer and
baseball fields with a newer pavilion for your use. There
are numerous parks throughout the Town including
Lakeside Park, Cedar Beach, Cedar Park and Cottam
Rotary Park with many smaller parks and parkettes
available. Make Kingsville your next tourist destination!
Affordability • One of the best affordable communities in Ontario
• Low cost of living including property taxes, utility costs
and transportation
• Low cost of doing business
Lifestyle • High quality of life
• Small town charm
• Superb restaurants, shopping and entertainment
• Large variety of recreational programs and
facilities for active living
• Close to Windsor and Detroit airports and
world renowned entertainment facilities
Visit www.kingsville.ca for more information.
LAKESHORE
Positioned along the southern shore
of Lake St. Clair, Lakeshore offers
fantastic recreational activities for
both tourists and locals alike. With 35
kilometres of waterfront and numerous
marinas, there is excellent boating
and waterfront dining. Lakeview Park,
at the Belle River Marina, recently
completed a $3 million expansion
and is the place to be this summer.
The beach location as part of the new
renovations has a new beach pavilion
and washrooms with food concession
LASALLE
The Town of Lakeshore has conservation areas, museums and historic landmarks
to explore, as well as great shopping and numerous parks providing perfect family
picnic space. Minutes from Windsor and Hwy. 401, Lakeshore has it all.
www.lakeshore.ca
or call 1-877-249-3367
Kingsville has a wide range of activities for visitors and
residents. There is a lot to do, ranging from physical
activities, such as organized sports, walking, hiking,
biking, golf, curling, boating, beach and lakefront activities;
we have it all. Visit the wineries where there are tours and
tastings available. Play one of our three championship golf
courses. Take in our many heritage homes and buildings.
Named for French explorer, Rene
Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle,
French settlers were the first to
establish roots in the area in the mid
1700s. Those French roots remain
evident in LaSalle, and despite being
one of the largest communities in
Essex County with a population of
almost 30,000, the town retains its
charm and traditional warmth.
open daily. Lakeshore’s community of
Belle River is often referred to as the
Muskie Capital of the World. Only on
our lake can you catch Walleye, Perch,
Smallmouth Bass and Muskie. Ice
fishing in the winter provides more
opportunity to catch these great fish.
Lakeshore is also home to the John
Freeman Walls Historic Site and
Underground Railroad Museum.
Lighthouse Cove boasts the second
oldest lighthouse in the Province of
Ontario. The communities of Comber
and Maidstone have interesting
museums focusing on our rich heritage.
Originally, the Town of LaSalle
encompassed just an area on the bank
of the Detroit River – what is known as
the "Nautical Mile." Today the Town of
LaSalle has expanded well beyond that
waterfront location and is bordered by
the Town of Amherstburg to the south,
the town of Tecumseh to the east and
the City of Windsor to the north.
Interested in summer festivals? In July,
the Business Improvement Area
hosts our Sunsplash Festival and Car
Cruise. The Comber Fair is our
agricultural festival, held annually in
August. Our farms are closer than
you realize and many sell direct to
the customer. Take a drive on a nice
day and purchase your fruits and
vegetables as fresh as fresh gets direct from the farmer. Lakeshore,
come visit us.
Visit www.townoflakeshore.on.ca
for more information.
Geographically, LaSalle is a very ”big”
small town, encompassing an area
rich in agriculture, safe and attractive
neighbourhoods, over 30 kilometres
of trails, the phenomenal Vollmer
Culture and Recreation Complex, golf,
shopping and more than 100 acres of
parkland, Carolinian Forests, Wetlands
and Tall Grass Prairies.
Visit www.town.lasalle.on.ca for more
information.
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OUR COMMUNITIES
TECUMSEH
The Town of Tecumseh is well
known for its rich history, strong
community and countless recreational
opportunities. Named in honour of
the great Native American leader of
the Shawnee and tribal confederacy,
the beautiful Town of Tecumseh offers
the perfect balance of small town
qualities with big city amenities and
opportunities. The Town of Tecumseh
is uniquely situated close to an
international metropolitan population
of five million, yet its small town
service and friendliness prevails.
Tecumseh is a leader in the
agricultural industry that includes
Bonduelle North America, the Town’s
food processing plant located in the
heart of the business sector.
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LEAMINGTON
Return to nature and be captivated by
Leamington’s environmental
uniqueness including Carolinian
forests, rare and endangered species,
beautiful lakeside parks, and the
spectacle of the annual bird and
butterfly migrations at Point Pelee
National Park, or conservation areas
Hillman Marsh and Kopegaron Woods.
With an almost endless summer you
can kick back and relax. Play a few
holes on our great golf courses; cast a
line for some terrific sport fishing; tie
up at our award-winning marina; trek
our miles of trails or build your dream
castle on our sandy beaches. Our
marina has undergone a $2.5 million
transformation including new docks,
patio and play areas for the whole
PELEE ISLAND
If you’re looking to find a quiet
getaway for a day or longer, then Pelee
Island is your answer. Getting there is
half the fun as you take a relaxing
ferry ride to this rural community
situated in the blue waters of Lake
Erie. It’s truly a relaxing retreat from
life’s daily pressures. Pelee is for
families! Safe beaches, tranquility
family to enjoy. Summer concerts and
special events take place nearly every
weekend at the marina, and you can
rent the pavilion for your events too.
Be sure to join us at the marina on
July 28th for a full day of bicentennial
events. See our website for details.
Be sure to shop in our historic Uptown
or other thriving commercial areas.
Pay a visit to the Arts Centre, get a
visitor’s pass to the Kinsmen Recreation
Complex, or just enjoy the beauty
of our sunsets at Seacliff Park which
has been reinvented with new paved
pathways, mood-setting lighting, picnic
areas and an awesome splash pad.
Healthy living is easy here. We are
famous for the many roadside fruit
stands that offer everything from
apples to zucchini. For extra
convenience, stop by the Farmer’s
Market at the Fairgrounds on
Saturdays. Our greenhouses provide
fresh produce virtually year round;
and, of course, tomatoes are king and
are celebrated annually at the Tomato
Fest. In Leamington we take being
fresh seriously!
Our cultural diversity makes Leamington
distinctive. Regardless of where you
are you will be struck by the influences
of multiple cultures… language, music,
art, religion, food and events all
celebrate our treasured heritage.
Accommodations are plentiful;
so plan to stay awhile.
Visit www.leamington.ca for more
information.
with nature on Pelee Island's ecological
trails and clean fresh air make this a
true family getaway. Explore the Island
on bicycle, on foot or by car. You can
spend the day swimming, hiking the
nature trails, touring the winery or
visiting other Island attractions. Visit
Canada’s southernmost community.
Visit www.pelee.org for more
information.
Pelee Island Lighthouse
Tecumseh CornFest
WINDSOR
Incorporated in 1892, Windsor offers
superb shopping and entertainment
establishments, enviable culinary
districts, a variety of visitor attractions,
kilometres of unparalleled waterfront
parks and gardens and truly fascinating
historical and cultural landmarks.
Travelers flock to Windsor for its arts,
culture and heritage attractions and a
variety of outdoor experiences. Visitors
can discover Prohibition history from
one of our founding business families
at the Canadian Club Brand Centre,
visit historic Mackenzie Hall in Olde
Sandwich Towne, or examine Windsor’s
rich history as the birthplace of the
automotive industry in Canada. Our
ethnic diversity is reflected in our wide
range of dining options. Enjoy authentic
cuisines from Italian to Japanese to
Indian to African, and there’s no better
way to taste a dish than at one of our
many community events and festivals.
Be inspired by our Windsor Symphony
Orchestra or enjoy performing arts at
one of our many theatres or stunning
visual arts at the Art Gallery of Windsor.
Challenging and pristine golf courses
are located here in Windsor, as well
The local Business Improvement
Association is committed to working
in partnership with the Town to foster
Tecumseh’s retail and service sectors
as a successful and increasingly
competitive business area. With
a population of 24,000, the Town
provides residents and visitors with
over 200 acres of beautiful green
as Caesars Windsor, which includes
restaurants, lounges, live entertainment,
premier convention space and a
luxury hotel.
We share a moderate climate and
latitude equivalent to Barcelona,
Rome, Beijing and Northern California.
Windsor also has the unique honour
of being south (yes, south!) of many
of our U.S. neighbours. We offer
more than 2,800 acres of green space
in 215 parks scattered around the city.
space and trails, including Lacasse
Park which is the home to the
Tecumseh Corn Festival, one of
Ontario’s Top 100 festivals, which has
delighted visitors for over 35 years
with fantastic live entertainment
including Chubby Checker, Marie
Osmond, Natalie MacMaster, Hedley,
Finger Eleven, Theory Of A Deadman
and Our Lady Peace. Lakewood Park,
the Town’s newest park, oversees the
beautiful waterfront of Lake St. Clair
and is home to the International
Dragon Boat Festival and the Art of
Eating Festival. There are a variety of
leisure and recreational venues that
provide residents opportunities to
participate in activities that enhance
quality of life and encourage a healthy
and active lifestyle. With successful
industrial and business sectors, a
commitment to sustainable, planned
development, and a wealth of cultural
and recreational opportunities,
Tecumseh offers a vibrant destination
to visit or to call home. The Town of
Tecumseh is ”A Community Proud of
the Past, Confident in the Future.”
Visit www.tecumseh.ca for more
information.
Our riverfront is home to kilometres
of walking paths, spectacular views
and extraordinary water features as
well one of the world’s most unique
outdoor sculpture gardens. Windsor
offers something for everyone, with
a wealth of recreational and leisure
activities, fine dining and hospitality
and shopping to enjoy all year long.
Visit www.citywindsor.ca for more
information.
Windsor’s Peace Fountain at Coventry Gardens
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COMMUNITY PARTNERS
NORTHERN
NEIGHBOUR
DETROIT, MICHIGAN
Detroit is a dynamic, vibrant city
undergoing a complete transformation
with new retail, restaurants and other
amenities. From distinctive cultural
institutions, casino hotels and a
transformed riverfront, to championship
sports, exciting nightlife, fun festivals
and events and delicious dining
options, there’s so much to see and
do you’ll have to come back again and
again. The D’s vibrant downtown offers
a variety of entertainment options
from sporting events and Vegas-style
gaming to theater, bars and restaurants.
Take one of the many guided tours
of local breweries, architecture,
restaurants, sports stadiums and bars
and you’ll feel like a true Detroiter.
Metro Detroit is home to world-class
museums and attractions, including:
The Henry Ford, America’s Greatest
History Attraction; the Detroit Institute
of Arts, which is among the top art
collections in the world; the Motown
Historical Museum, home to Studio A
and the Motown Sound; the Charles H.
up-close and personal
Wright Museum of African American
History, the largest institute dedicated
to the African American experience
and; the Arab American National
Museum, which is the first of its kind
in the world. Surrounded by diverse
ethnic neighbourhoods, Detroit is a
melting pot of cultures. Greek Town,
Hamtramck, Mexican Town and
Dearborn each have authentic
restaurants and shops frequented
by locals and visitors alike. The D’s
festival and event season heats up
in the summertime with popular
celebrations like Detroit’s Electronic
Music Festival, the Downtown
Hoedown, African World Festival,
Detroit’s River Days, Target Fireworks,
Woodward Dream Cruise, Detroit’s
Jazz Festival and Arts, Beats and Eats,
just to name a few. If you’re looking
for the latest fashions, head straight
to the high-end and outlet shopping
malls and quaint walkable shopping
districts in the suburbs. The D’s hot
cars, rich culture, Vegas-style gaming,
leading edge music and year round
sports make The D the perfect getaway.
For more information go to
www.visitdetroit.com.
Target International Fireworks
REGIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
WELCOME TO ONTARIO'S SOUTHWEST
Ontario’s Southwest is a region shaped
by nature and steeped in history, culture
and charm. Its diverse ecosystem,
nature trails, rivers, lakes and shorelines
welcome families, naturalists and
fishing enthusiasts alike. Urbanites
love our vibrant metropolitan centres,
while our quaint port towns and
scenic, winding roads attract
motorcyclists and bicyclists from
near and far. And if you crave the
exploration of farm-to-table dining
experiences or bucolic wine-tastings
from more than 40 vineyards and
microbreweries, cheers and raise a
glass - you’ve come to the right place.
DETROIT METRO CONVENTION &
VISITORS BUREAU
211 West Fort Street, Suite 1000
Detroit, MI
1-800-DETROIT (338-7648)
www.visitdetroit.com
Detroit is a dynamic, vibrant city
undergoing a complete
transformation with new retail,
restaurants and other amenities.
From distinctive cultural institutions,
casino hotels and a transformed
riverfront, to championship sports,
exciting nightlife, fun festivals and
events and delicious dining options,
now is an exciting time to visit The D.
arts&
entertainment
NORFOLK COUNTY TOURISM:
PORT DOVER TO LONG POINT
30 Peel Street, Simcoe, ON
519-426-9497 or 1-800-699-9038
www.norfolktourism.ca
Norfolk County's most popular
destinations are the ports, towns and
villages along Lake Erie, known as
Ontario's South Coast. These towns
include Port Dover, Turkey Point,
Simcoe and Long Point. Wineries and
farm markets highlight Norfolk's
status as Ontario's Garden. Beaches,
boating, camping, hiking, fishing and
festivals are key activities.
SOUTH WEST ONTARIO
TOURISM CORPORATION
789 Dundas Street, Woodstock, ON
519-290-8687
www.ontariossouthwest.com
Ontario's Southwest is shaped
by nature and steeped in history,
culture, and charm. Its diverse
ecosystem, nature trails, lakes and
shorelines welcome families and
naturalists alike. Urbanites love our
vibrant metropolitan centres, while
our port towns and scenic roads
attract motorcyclists and bicyclists
from near and far. See our ad on page 60
TRAVEL GAY CANADA
1-866-300-7556
www.travelgaycanada.com
Travel Gay Canada (TGC) is a national
not-for-profit association that assists
members in reaching and serving the
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender
(LGBT) travel market. As the Canadian
LGBT Tourism Industry Association,
TGC works with tourism businesses to
provide economic opportunities
through research, training, product
development and promotion.
Windsor Summerfest
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
indsor Essex Pelee Island has
a deeply meaningful and
dedicated appreciation for
the arts. We find ourselves in the
voices of local actors as they sing on
one of our many stages.
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What is your story without art and
entertainment? It’s a story without
a visit to Windsor Essex Pelee Island.
It’s high time you pampered the
storyteller in your life. Let our deeply
layered, multi-cultural world of art and
entertainment enrich your life story.
art gallery
of windsor
Located on Windsor’s Riverside Drive,
The Art Gallery of Windsor (AGW) is
a beacon for cultural heritage and
freedom of expression. With up to
4,000 pieces (including paintings,
sculptures and works on paper), the
AGW offers visitors a peaceful space
to appreciate the collection. Artwork
in the collection is both purchased and
donated, and undergoes the important
process of acquisition, conservation,
research and exhibition. The reason
the AGW accumulates and exhibits
its collection is to assist in making
art accessible to all for ‘education,
inspiration and enjoyment.’
Art Gallery of Windsor
Not only does the AGW exhibit fine
art to educate and inspire, but AGW
also holds film screenings, panel
discussions and art classes for visitors
of all ages. The Art Discovery Programs
provide a hands-on art experience
specializing in studio programs taught
by professional instructors.
The AGW is quickly becoming one
of the region’s most sought-after,
captivating and artistic locations
for events big and small.
other galleries/
arts centres/
museums
Sixteen – that’s the number of
galleries, museums and art stores our
region is proud to offer. From a oneof-a-kind outdoor sculpture park to
the Kite Museum dedicated entirely
to kites, Windsor Essex Pelee Island’s
love of and its capabilities for
showcasing arts and all things
creative are truly remarkable.
Located in a restored Michigan
Central Railroad (MCRR) station in
Amherstburg, the historic building
that houses the Gibson Gallery is itself
a work of art. Inside, beveled glass
fanlights, decorative clay trim and
dressed stone windowsills highlight
the Romanesque architectural
signature of the late 1800s. There’s
even a caboose filled with railroad
artifacts and memorabilia. The gallery
exhibits the work of local and traveling
artists, and offers arts and crafts
lessons, three needle art guilds and
an Artisan Shop.
The Leamington Arts Centre is located
in South Western Ontario's beautiful
downtown Leamington in one of the
town's many wonderful heritage
buildings. The centre has become the
area's paramount place to view modern
art with emphasis on local and aspiring
artists and artisans. The Arts Centre
is home to the ”Henry Collection,”
H.J. Heinz memorabilia and historical
artifacts and the Erie Quest Marine
Heritage Museum. Migration Hall
in the Town of Kingsville has been
showcasing the talents of many
professional and community artists
for over 16 years.
The Windsor Community Museum
gives visitors a glimpse into the
storied history of the Windsor area,
showcasing artifacts from as far
back as the 1700s, including
telephones, currency, musical
instruments and tickets. Located
in the heart of downtown Windsor,
the Museum is just steps away from
the Art Gallery of Windsor.
It is easy to get lost in the unique
beauty that is the Odette Sculpture
Park. This magnificent outdoor
museum runs along the shimmering
shore of the Detroit River, presenting
more than 31 large-scale pieces of
contemporary sculptures created by
internationally recognized artists.
These sculptures are nestled in the
paths and greenery that create the
jewel of Windsor – its riverfront. The
Sculpture Park is open all day – every
day, and admission is free.
cinemas/
film festivals
Suspend your disbelief in one of our
region’s state-of-the-art, clean,
comfortable movie theatres. For that
maximum theatre-going experience,
buy a ticket to our IMAX® theatre in
SilverCity Windsor Cinemas, and let
your favourite characters come alive
with amazing brightness and clarity –
and watch out, they may even jump
out of the screen at you in 3D!
If your appreciation of film extends
into love, then you simply must attend
the Windsor International Film
Festival (WIFF). Held annually in the
Fall, WIFF celebrates and exhibits the
best in Canadian and international
film over a three-day period.
Media City Film Festival opened its
screens to showcase an annual
international festival for film and video
art. Over five days in May, filmmakers
and audiences from around the world
come together to participate in live
performances, artist’s discussions,
exhibitions and, of course, to watch
incredibly unique and diverse films.
International Bluesfest
festivals
Windsor Essex Pelee Island believes
in the need to celebrate art in all its
myriad forms. This is why the region’s
festival list is ever growing. From
filmmaking and farming to fireworks
and food, we know how to put on
remarkable festivals that give you
plenty to write about.
6 AREA FESTIVALS CRACK
ONTARIO'S TOP 100 LIST!
• Art in the Park (June 1-3)
• Carrousel of Nations (June 8 – 24)
• Tecumseh Corn Festival (Aug. 23 – 26)
• Shores of Erie International Wine
Festival (Sept. 6 – 9)
• Windsor International Film Festival
(Nov. 6-11)
• River Lights
(Nov. 16 – Jan. 1)
Bicentennial events abound as
Windsor Essex Pelee Island celebrates
its role in the War of 1812. Experience
and participate in the #1 event of 2012
with live re-enactments, wander
through historically rich towns and
museums showcasing art, exhibits
and critical war happenings and
garner new appreciation for our
region’s role in the war that shaped
our country.
The Canada South Festival Network
is a not-for-profit membership-based
organization comprised of festivals
and events, fairs and
sporting events in
Windsor Essex.
With more than seventy festivals
happening throughout the year,
we are truly a year-round ”Festival
Tourist Destination!” There is
absolutely every reason to head to our
region for your next getaway, including
recent recognition from Festival
Events Ontario, where six of our
festivals have made the Top 100.
Our summers are jam-packed
with outdoor festivals celebrating
everything from horses in the Parade
of Horse Breeds at John R. Park
Homestead to birds in the Festival
of Birds at Point Pelee National Park.
Pull out your blue suede shoes
and shake your hips at our
Windsor Elvis Festival then shimmy
over to the LaSalle Strawberry
Festival for family fun, live
entertainment and scrumptious food.
For the motorcycle enthusiast in you
– the first of its kind in Canada –
Bikefest presents the 24th Annual
Provincial H.O.G.® Rally, July 26-28,
2012. Next year’s Bikefest will be
July 25-27, 2013.
Art in the Park is one of Windsor’s
most anticipated art festivals, and the
largest art festival in Southwestern
Ontario. Each June, hundreds of
artists fill Willistead Park with
phenomenal artwork and crafts.
Hand-made jewelry, original paintings
and photography, lawn and garden art,
clothing and more give Art in the Park
goers a one-of-a-kind shopping
experience. Fabulous art, delicious
food and a giant Kids Zone make Art
in the Park a perfect family event.
Join the hundreds of thousands of
people who come to our incredible
nineteen-day Windsor Summerfest.
The World’s Finest Midway brings
rides, food and games to the
spectacular Detroit River waterfront.
Behold North America’s most
fantastic fireworks display as over
10,000 separate explosives rumble
in the sky and in your heart for the
Annual Target Fireworks Show. This
cross-border event gathers a million
people on both sides of the river to
celebrate the birthdays and friendship
between Canada and the USA.
The International Bluesfest is
a blues musical feast for your ears,
Balloonapalooza features 80
gargantuan inflatable balloons,
clowns, buskers and more, and
BookFest, gathering and celebrating
some of the best Canadian and local
writers of our time.
Our richly multi-cultural region loves to
showcase and celebrate our diversity
through festivals celebrating food and
culture. Get a taste of our assorted
culinary delights at Festival Epicure, the
Carrousel of the Nations, Art of Eating,
Explore the Shore, Maple First Taste
of Spring, Ruthven Apple Festival,
Tecumseh Corn Festival, Leamington
Tomato Fest, BeaverFest and more!
If wine is your passion, then look no
further than our shores because it’s
a passion for our region as well. The
Shores of Erie International Wine
Festival will tantalize your palette
and add a new dimension
to your love and
appreciation of ”vino.”
International Dragon Boat Festival
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dining
More than 375,000 people call
Windsor Essex Pelee Island home –
and they all love to eat! Windsor is
the fourth most ethnically diverse city
in Canada and our culinary offerings
reflect this important and unique fact.
theatre/
performing arts/
live concert venues
The theatre, the theatre, wherefore art
the theatre? The answer is easy –
Windsor Essex Pelee Island! Local and
international talent has been gracing
our stages for years. More than fifteen
theatre companies, bands, orchestras
and festivals raise the curtain – and
the bar – on the acting and musical
abilities of performers in our region.
The award-winning Windsor
Symphony Orchestra (WSO) has been
touching our lives with music and
education since the 1940s. From
orchestral favourites to toddler and
parent-friendly shows, to massive
productions featuring hundreds of
performers (both vocal and
instrumental), the WSO inspires.
Speaking of stages, our region has
countless indoor and outdoor live
entertainment venues in which to
showcase local and international
performers. Theatre Alive annually
produces large-scale musicals at the
Chrysler Theatre, St. Clair Centre for the
Arts and the Capitol Theatre. The
organization has been in existence for
26 years and has over 35 productions
to their credit.
From the 5,000-seat theatre that is the
Colosseum at Caesars Windsor to the
beautiful new Festival Plaza in the
heart of downtown Windsor, our region
has a diverse array of spectacular
entertaining venues for audiences of
all ages.
We’ve got neighbourhoods dedicated
to culturally specific cuisine and
lifestyle. Wander through Windsor’s
Via Italia on Erie Street, a short
ride away from the downtown core,
and enjoy a recently completed
beautification project. Newly-paved
sidewalks, fresh air patios and a
Nonna buying fresh Panini from the
bakery – it’s like a scene from a Fellini
film. The aroma of fresh bread, al
dente pasta and strong espresso
tease your taste buds and pull you
Try sushi for lunch then stir-fry for
dinner. Enjoy dinners with distinctly
pan-Asian flavours, or a perfectly
grilled steak. Savour everything from
Lebanese cuisine to traditional delis
and donuts, from fish and fattoush
to burgers and bistros. Windsor Essex
Pelee Island has something to eat
and drink for everyone. Around every
corner, within every restaurant, you’ll
find culinary styles the likes of which
you’ve never tasted before. From the
county to the town to the city, mindboggling, mouth-watering food is but
a bite away. Greek, Chinese, Japanese,
Polish, Ethiopian, Indian, Mexican,
Lebanese, Italian,
Canadian and
American – let
your taste buds
guide you, your
family and your
friends to our
region for an
unforgettable dining
experience that will make its mark
in your story forever.
With so many diverse dining options
in our region, be sure to visit
WindsorEats.com where visitors
can search for restaurants by location
and cuisine, as well as view menus,
contact information, directions,
hours of operation and make
online reservations.
Capitol Theatre – New home of the Windsor Symphony Orchestra
WE LOOK FOR LOCAL
shopping
We’d love you to shop, but not ‘till you
drop, ‘cause there’s too much more
to do! Get started at one of many
premiere retail locations in Windsor
Essex Pelee Island. Your hero needs
some snazzy new shoes, your heroine a
fancy new dress; find these and much,
much more at Devonshire Mall. Just
minutes from downtown Windsor and
the American border, Devonshire Mall
boasts a whopping 1.1 million square
feet of retail offerings for your shopping
pleasure. All your favourite brand name
shops, three department stores, two
restaurants, a varied food court, a
fitness club and a 12-screen state-ofthe-art movie theatre make Devonshire
Mall a must-visit shopping destination.
From full-scale, professional Broadway
musical spectacles to summer Fringe
Festivals, Windsor Essex Pelee Island
Everyone loves an outlet mall. It’s a
knows theatrical performance.
staple for vacationers and visitors
Raisbeck Dinner Theatre Productions
alike, so come and peruse Windsor
offers dining entertainment for parties
Crossing outlet mall. On 25 acres in
large and small. Their specialties
Lasalle, this European-style, open-air,
include Murder Mystery, King Henry's
stucco finished shopping center will
Feast (Renaissance) and a 1920s style
surely surpass your needs. Its location
show. The group performs at the
is minutes from the Detroit/Windsor
customer’s venue of choice. On the
border and just off highway 401, so
big screen or the smaller stage, our
getting here is as easy as 1-2-shop!
region provides an intimate and
inspiring theatrical experience that will
You won’t have trouble finding parking
stir your love and appreciation for arts
as Windsor Crossing has 1,300 parking
and entertainment into an enjoyable
spaces providing easy-access to all
frenzy. And, it will add a creative
40 stores.
elegance to your story as you lose
and find yourself in the power of
Perhaps
your story setting needs a
Market
Buffet
our artistic endeavors.
makeover. In need of some darling
into this Little Italy microcosm.
Wyandotte Street West is home to
an exciting host of offerings from
Chinatown and Little Vietnam. Amble
through the neighbourhoods of
Wyandotte Street East to shop and
savour the flavours of the Middle East.
antiques? How about some fresh
flowers or an armful of books? Windsor
Essex Pelee Island is home to many
lovely retail options that will spark
your imagination and flatter your
pocketbook. Browse the eclectic shops,
jewellery treasure troves and hip
boutiques all around Downtown
Windsor, Chatham Street, University
Avenue and the Pelissier Village – you’ll
find that special little ”something” you
didn’t even know you needed. Take a
stroll through Olde Walkerville, a
quaint, friendly, hip and happening
neighbourhood lined with old-style
storefronts, delightful restaurants and
cafés, and a shopping flavour you won’t
find anywhere else. Antique stores
offer unique home décor, boutiques
offer vintage and new clothing,
housewares and foods, and the historic
architecture will take your breath away.
This Old House magazine named Olde
Walkerville one of the best old house
neighbourhoods in Canada in 2012.
Kingsville, Belle River, Olde Sandwich
Towne, Tecumseh, Olde Riverside and
Essex all offer shopping experiences
that will make you smile. Friendly
merchants sell diverse, eclectic and
one-of-a-kind goods for residents and
tourists alike. Small town shopping in
actual small towns is truly a wonderful
way to brighten your day. The Town
of Tecumseh describes it as ”The Great
Mallternative!” Filled with heritage,
history and a whole lot of fun, our
region welcomes the shopper in you.
Amongst the sparkling waters and fertile soils of
Essex County, farmers harvest a complete basket
of wholesome, delicious food from every letter
of the alphabet. Why eat a tomato that’s traveled for
days on a truck? Fully ripened and bursting with flavour,
your local tomato can be on your dinner plate the same
day it was picked. Throughout the growing season, our
local farms produce a diverse range of healthy fruits
and vegetables while our processors quickly capture
that goodness so you can enjoy it all year long. Our
greenhouses ensure that fresh, local produce is always
on your table in every season. Quality local food also
includes eggs, milk, cheese, meat, honey, preserves,
grains and wine. Look for Local. It’s Worth It.
Visit welookforlocal.ca for more information.
Neros Steakhouse at Caesars Windsor
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CULINARY GUIDE SERVICE
WINDSOREATS
Windsor, ON
519-982-5212
www.windsoreats.com
Culinary guide for Windsor and Essex
County. Information on our region’s
restaurants, wineries, farms and
culinary hotspots. Everything you need
to know about food and drink in Essex
County. Browse through restaurant
listings, view menus, hours of
operations, location and make online
reservations on an easy to use site.
DINING
CHANOSO'S AND OISHII RESTAURANT
255 Ouellette Avenue
Windsor, ON
519-254-8530
www.255downtown.com
Located in downtown Windsor for
over 15 years, Chanoso’s has been
serving healthy stir fries, avocado egg
rolls, sushi and much more. Enjoy our
extensive local wine features, fun
cocktails and live music! Then be sure
to head upstairs after dinner to our
nightclub, The Room, without leaving
the building. Kampi!
JADE CHINESE CUISINE
157 Wyandotte Street West
Windsor, ON
519-256-7117
www.jadechinesecuisine.com
We proudly present delicious,
authentic Chinese cuisine served
traditional-style and are a favourite
among the local Chinese community.
Specials! Just two minutes from
the Tunnel and Caesars Windsor.
HALIBUT, COD, HADDOCK & TILAPIA.
Delivery available. 519-253-4044
D I R E C T O R Y
Well-suited for large groups or private
banquets, we are conveniently located
in downtown Windsor between the
Ambassador Bridge and the Detroit
Windsor Tunnel. Come and experience
the tantalizing flavours of China.
JOSE'S BAR AND GRILL
2731 Howard Ave
Windsor, ON
519-972-1760
www.josesbarandgrill.com
LAKESIDE BAKERY DELI CAFE
286 Erie St. South
Leamington, ON
519-326-2626
www.lakesidebakery.com
LA ZINGARA TRATTORIA
769 Erie St. East
Windsor, ON
519-258-7555
www.lazingara-trattoria.com
Excelling amongst Windsor's popular
'Via Italia' cultural hot spot resides
La Zingara. This trendy, upscale
Trattoria provides an exquisite dining
experience that transcends culture
and offers a modern and refined
ambiance for the connoisseur and
the casual guests alike. Small or
large-scale events are hosted in
a flexible private room.
LILLY KAZZILLY'S
CRAB SHACK & GRILL
9550 Riverside Dr. East
Windsor, ON
519-944-8332
www.lillykazzillys.com
For 16 years Lilly's has offered a
unique opportunity to enjoy
Windsor's waterfront. Voted
Windsor's Best Patio, 120 seats
overlook Lake View Park Marina and
stunning views of Lake St. Clair and
Detroit River. Large parties, we have
two banquet rooms. Dancing every
weekend to live entertainment.
Sunday Brunch, 10am-2pm.
METTAWAS STATION
MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT
169 Lansdowne Ave.
Kingsville, ON
519-733-2459
www.mettawasstation.com
Mettawas Station uses the finest
local ingredients. Relax on our sunny
patio and enjoy some appetizers
and a pint of beer. Choose from fresh
pastas, gourmet pizzas, steaks and
seafood enjoyed with local wine
or a fresh cocktail. Complete your
dining experience with one of our
decadent desserts!
SEASONS BISTRO
#5 - 5975 Malden Road
LaSalle, ON
519 250-1234
www.seasonsbistro.ca
SIR CEDRIC'S
468 University Ave. West
Windsor, ON
519-253-4044
Windsor's LANDMARK for Gourmet
fish & chips since 1925. HALIBUT
your way. Offering Clam Chowder,
Kids' meals @ $3.99, home made
Burgers, Seafood, Jumbo Shrimp,
Specialty Salads and more. Great
SMOKE & SPICE
SOUTHERN BARBEQUE
7470 Tecumseh Road East
Windsor, ON
519-252-4999
www.smokenspice.com
Feel the love at Smoke & Spice!
We have some of Windsor's most
seasoned servers, and they know
how to entertain. The pros in the
kitchen get there early and stay late
every day, loading and unloading our
thirteen-hundred-pound-capacity
wood burning smokers.
TALOOLA CAFE
396 Devonshire Rd.
Windsor, ON
519 254-6652
www.taloolacafe.com
Happily serving organic coffees
and teas. We concentrate on
wholesome foods, kind atmosphere
and community inspiration. We have a
menu full of pure ingredients to make
you feel good inside. Whether visiting
Taloola Cafe to commune or indulge in
solitude, we strive to satisfy both your
hunger and your heart.
TAZA IS FRESH
350 Cabana Road East
Windsor, ON
519-972-TAZA (8292)
www.tazaisfresh.com
A little taste of the Mediterranean
in Windsor's own back yard!
Experience the same delicious,
fresh, wholesome food typically
found in small Mediterranean village
restaurants where the food is grown
locally. Be sure to visit our new
Taza Mediterranean Grill location
at Caesars Windsor!
THE CITY GRILL
Windsor, ON
519-915-5948
www.thecitygrillwindsor.com
A casually chic restaurant with a
trendy urban feel located in the
heart of downtown Windsor. Serving
contemporary cuisine, the menu is
a reflection of the great cities of the
world. A sophisticated lounge, large
patio, along with private dining and
meeting space. Lunch, dinner and
late night dining available.
GREAT PICKS FOR FAMILY FUN!
Blueberry, apple and strawberry picking is abundant in our
region! Klassen’s Blueberries is a family-friendly blueberry haven
with over 35 acres of blueberries. Pick your own or buy already
picked blueberries. Walk through a corn maze, jump in a bouncy
castle, take a hayride and, most importantly, pick juicy apples from
rows and rows of apple trees. A trip to one of our region’s many
apple orchards or strawberry fields is ripe for the picking!
For more information and more great family friendly picks visit
visitwindsoressex.com!
VIA ITALIA FOOD
viaitalia.com
Taste, savour and satisfy your
appetite in one of the many casual
and fine dining restaurants and
trattorie along Erie Street. Relax
in cozy outdoor patios and indoor
European caffes and gelaterie.
Smell the aromas of fresh baked
breads and cakes at our exquisite
pastry and bake shops.
WINDSOR RIVERSIDE KEG
1 Riverside Drive West
Windsor, Ontario
N9A 5K3
(519) 254-1646
www.kegsteakhouse.com
Whether you are in search of a
relaxing dinner overlooking the Detroit
River and cityscape, a casual place to
meet business colleagues or just
getting together in the bar or on the
patio with friends, The Keg Steakhouse
and Bar in Downtown Windsor is
ready to serve.
DINNER CRUISES
WINDSOR RIVER CRUISES
1 Festival Plaza
Windsor, ON
519-258-0911
www.windsorrivercruises.com
Windsor River Cruises Limited
operates from April through October
of each year and provides a unique,
pleasurable and affordable dining
experience by providing unsurpassed
professional service and the highest
level of food quality. Offering
regularly scheduled dining,
sightseeing and special event
cruises; we also offer group rates
and private charters.
FAMILY FUN
COLASANTI'S TROPICAL GARDENS
1550 Road 3 E
Kingsville, ON
519-326-3287
www.colasanti.com
Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens is
a greenhouse complex of exotic
plants, animals, home decor and a
mini-golf course. Visitors can enjoy
our weekly buffets and lunch beneath
our citrus trees. Kids will love our
kiddie rides, bumper cars, inflatables
and arcade games.
FESTIVALS
CANADA SOUTH FESTIVAL NETWORK
440 Pelissier St.
Windsor, ON
519-971-0950
www.canadasouthfestivals.com
Canada South Festival Network is
the place to search the year-round
festival happenings in Windsor,
Essex and Pelee Island. This region
plays host to over 80 festivals and
events annually. We work to promote
the Region as a 'Festival Tourist
Destination.' Visit our website
once and come back often!
ART/HOLIDAY WALK IN WALKERVILLE
1519 Wyandotte St. E.
Windsor, ON
226-346-9242
www.walkervilledistrict.com
July 20/21 (Walkerville Art Walk)businesses and restaurants will
feature local artists, music, horse &
carriage rides and more. September 15
(Walkerville Rocks) - join us for a full
day of local music, food festival.
November 16/17 (Walkerville Holiday
Walk) - visit Santa, save on Holiday
shopping, horse & carriage rides, etc.
Call 226-346-9242 for details.
ART OF EATING FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
1189 Lacasse Blvd.
Tecumseh, ON
519-735-3795
www.tecumsehbia.com
The 4th Annual Art of Eating Food
& Wine Festival is a celebration of food,
wine and entertainment held in a
beautiful waterfront setting nestled
on Lake St Clair in Tecumseh, Ontario.
Come join us on August 10-12, 2012
as we celebrate food, wine and
entertainment with family
and friends!
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BALLOONAPALOOZA
Windsor, ON
519-252-5723
www.balloonapalooza.ca
Balloonapalooza is North America's
only cold air balloon festival and will
be held in downtown Windsor, August
25-26. Featuring 80 giant inflatables;
live outdoor music concerts; bustling
sidewalk cafés; mini express train;
midway; slides and bouncers;
balloon artists, clowns, buskers
and more...Balloonapalooza - it's
a blast! See our ad on page 21
BLUESFEST INTERNATIONAL
WINDSOR
Riverfront Festival Plaza
Windsor, ON
519-977-9631
www.thebluesfest.com
18th annual Bluesfest International
July 13-15 at Riverfront Festival Plaza,
located on the banks of the beautiful
Detroit River, featuring Grammy, Juno,
and Blues Award winning blues and
roots artists from around the world.
Licensed, food and crafts on site,
fully accessible.Complete info
available on our website.
CANADA DAY
AND ICE CREAM FESTIVAL
Fort Malden, 100 Laird Street
Amherstburg, ON
519-736-5416
www.amherstburg.ca
Commemorating 200 years of courage
and sacrifice between our Nations.
D I R E C T O R Y
Aboriginal, Canadian, American and
British War of 1812 actions resulted
in the independent Canada and the
peace known today. Re-enactments,
Aboriginal Pow Wow, Children’s
Bi-Centennial Activity Centre, Live
Entertainment, Family Food Court
and spectacular fireworks along the
Detroit River! July 1, 2012.
EXPLORE THE SHORE
County Road 50
Essex, ON
www.exploretheshore.ca
Come July 28 & 29 - 11 am to 5 pm for
our 3rd year of welcoming explorers
to the north shore of Lake Erie, only
30 minutes from Windsor! Colchester
Harbour/businesses/sites along
County Rd. 50 offer activities and
entertainment for all ages themed
on the 1812 Bicentennial.
INTERNATIONAL DRAGON BOAT
FESTIVAL
975 Lesperance Rd.
Tecumseh, ON
519-739-9588
www.internationaldragonboatsfestival.com
It’s the 10th Anniversary, International
Dragon Boat Festival For The Cure in
beautiful Tecumseh waterfront park.
Over 1.9 million dollars donated so far
to local hospitals. Join us July 12-15
for races, Mardi Gras parade and night,
great bands, pink drinks, 10 local
restaurants, 4 local wineries, fireworks
and a Special Rose Ceremony. All ages
access, everyone welcome.
RIVER LIGHTS WINTER FESTIVAL
Town of Amherstburg
Amherstburg, ON
519-736-4642
www.riverlights.ca
Nov. 16, 2012 - Jan. 1, 2013
The holidays become magical when
over 100 light displays transform
Amherstburg's Downtown. Nov. 16th
enjoy Fireworks, Big Screen Movie,
Carriage Rides and much more!
Nov. 18 experience Holiday High Tea
and Concert; Dec. 2 visit a Christmas
Doll House; Dec. 9 Wine Tasting and
Heritage Tour featuring several
children's activities.
ROOTS TO BOOTS BI-CENTENNIAL
SIGNATURE EVENT
Downtown Amherstburg
Amherstburg, ON
519-730-1309
www.1812amherstburg.com
Aug. 3-5, 2012
Amherstburg
transforms itself
into an 1812
setting with a
modern twist!
Parade, Fireworks,
Re-enactments,
Tall Ship, Genealogy Workshop, Destiny
Art Exhibit and Enbridge Children's
Heritage Village and more! Enjoy
one of several free live performances
or purchase tickets for our Premier
Concert feature Chantal Kreviazuk.
Family and history buff friendly!
I N T E R N AT ION A L
W I N E F E S T I VA L
September 6, 7, 8, & 9, 2012
A perfect blend of regional wines,
fine cuisine and
fabulous live entertainment!
Amherstburg, Ontario
a War of 1812 community
Phone: 519.252.5723 · E-Mail: [email protected]
www.balloonapalooza.ca
WWW.SOEWINEFESTIVAL.COM
PHONE 519-730-1001
SHORES OF ERIE
INTERNATIONAL WINE FESTIVAL
100 Laird Ave
Amherstburg, ON
519-730-1001
www.soewinefestival.com
See our ad above
TECUMSEH CORN FESTIVAL
Lacasse Park
Tecumseh, ON
519-735-4756
www.tecumsehcornfestival.ca
Named one of Ontario's Top 100
Festivals, the Tecumseh Corn Festival
has something for the entire family,
including delicious corn-on-the-cob,
exciting carnival rides, a Vendor Village,
the Miss Tecumseh Pageant, Parade,
and amazing live entertainment all
weekend long. There is always
something for everyone.
THE CAPTURE OF DETROIT
2450 McDougall Street
Windsor, ON
519-253-2300
On August 25th, 2012 The City of
Windsor and its community partners
present this all day family festival that
begins with a symbolic march from
Sandwich to Downtown Windsor’s
Festival Plaza, and ends with an
outdoor concert by the Windsor
Symphony Orchestra. Games, theatre,
dance, crafts, exhibits and more!
80 Cold Air Balloons & Inflatables
Hot Air Balloons
Amusement Park, Rides & Games on the Streets
Mini Express Children’s Train Rides & Conductor
Live Outdoor Music Performances
Sidewalk Cafés & Restaurants
Clowns, Buskers, Street Performers,
Balloon Artists and more!
WINDSOR-ESSEX PRIDE FEST
440 Pelissier Street
Windsor, ON
519-971-0950
www.wepridefest.com
The Windsor-Essex Pride Fest is a fun
filled weekend of events that include
theatre, music, art, food, vendors,
entertainment, parade and a great
dance party on Windsor's beautiful
waterfront. Organized by Windsor
and Essex County's LGBT community,
everyone is invited to take part in a
celebration of equality and diversity.
VIA ITALIA SPORTS/FESTIVALS
viaitalia.com
Enjoy exciting Erie Street festivals
and catch major sporting events on
the big screen in the heart of Little Italy.
Immerse yourself in Italian music and
dancing, enjoy our celebrations, revel in
the excitement of Tour di Via Italia cycling
races. There is something for everyone
in Little Italy. See our ad on page 20
GALLERIES
ART GALLERY OF WINDSOR
Windsor, ON
519-977-0013
www.agw.ca
FREE admission plus family-friendly
activities make the AGW a must-see,
must-do! Located downtown just
over the border, the AGW showcases
historical and contemporary art from
our spectacular collection and
blockbuster travelling shows. Enjoy
riverfront views from our Green Roof
Terrace and outdoor patios. Visit
www.agw.ca for more information.
GIBSON GALLERY
140 Richmond St.
Amherstburg, ON
519-736-2826
www.gibsonartgallery.com
Ca.1896, this beautifully restored
Michigan Central RR Station
showcases local artists,
photographers and travelling exhibits.
The Artisan Shoppe offers unique
gifts and our caboose houses RR
artifacts and memorabilia. Free
admission- donations help support
this heritage site. Hours: 11am-5pm,
Thursday-Sunday. Extended days in
June through August: TuesdaySunday. Closed mid-December March 1.
LEAMINGTON ARTS CENTRE
72 Talbot Street West
Leamington, ON
519-326-2711
www.leamingtonartscentre.com
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LIVE ENTERTAINMENT/
CONCERT VENUES
RAISBECK DINNER THEATRE
PRODUCTIONS
217 Eveleigh Crescent
Windsor, Ontario
519-250-7299
Raisbeck Productions provides dinner
theatre entertainment for your special
party or event. "King Henry's Feast,"
"The Rumrunners" or a "Murder
Mystery" are a few of our packages
available at a venue of your choice.
Book early for your office party,
fundraising event, holiday party,
surprise birthday or anniversary!
SCHOOL OF MUSIC,
UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR
401 Sunset Ave.
Windsor, ON
519-253-3000 ext. 4213
www.uwindsor.ca/music
Jazz, Band, Choral and Classical
Concerts Sept. through April. Gallery
concert series features faculty and
special guests; School of Music
concerts feature student ensembles:
University Singers, Chamber Choir,
Jazz Ensemble and Wind Ensemble,
as well as Special concerts featuring
student soloists.
THEATRE ALIVE
5165 Halford Road
Windsor, Ontario
519-737-9919
www.theatrealive.com
Theatre Alive produces large scale
quality musicals at the Chrysler
D I R E C T O R Y
Theatre each year. Sold out
productions such as "Chicago," "Cats"
and "Hairspray" have entertained and
delighted our audiences for the past
twenty-seven years. Professional
entertainment at affordable prices!
Group discounts available. Theatre is
alive in Windsor!
WFCU CENTRE - A GLOBAL
SPECTRUM MANAGED FACILITY
401 Sunset Ave.
Windsor, ON
1-866-969-WFCU (9328)
www.wfcu-centre.com
The WFCU Centre gives Windsor the
highest level of entertainment
stretching from the Windsor Spitfires,
all the way to headline acts like Elton
John and Cirque Du Soleil. With a full
community centre with ice rinks,
gymnasiums and ample meeting
space, the WFCU Centre is a true
family-friendly destination.
WINDSOR SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
121 University Avenue, West
Windsor, ON
519-973-1238 or 1-888-327-8327
www.windsorsymphony.ca
Founded in 1947, the Windsor
Symphony Orchestra is a professional
regional orchestra that enjoys a
national reputation for innovative
programming. Performances include
a Masterworks and Pops series at the
Capitol Theatre in Windsor, a series for
young children and a Chamber series in
Windsor, Leamington and Tecumseh.
SHOPPING
BELLE RIVER ON THE LAKE BIA
419 Notre Dame
Belle River, ON
519-728-4624
www.belleriverbia.com
Explore, dine, play, shop or retire in
Belle River On the Lake! 'Experience
Lake St. Clair' at waterfront park,
marina and beach with wildlife, fish,
birds and trails! Sunsplash Festival
has cool cars and watercross races.
Bluewater Classic Boat Show is a
must-see! Belle River on the Lake
has it all!
DEVONSHIRE MALL
3100 Howard Avenue
Windsor, ON
519-966-3100
devonshiremall.com
Located in the heart of Windsor,
Devonshire Mall is the area's premiere
shopping centre with over 175 stores
and services. Includes a fitness club,
two restaurants, a food court, a
12 screen Cineplex Odeon theatre,
3 department stores and the area's
strongest collection of brand
name retailers. See our ad on page 2
DOWNTOWN WINDSOR BIA
Windsor, ON
519-252-5723
www.downtownwindsor.ca
Downtown Windsor offers
world-class gaming, entertainment
and nightlife, and a plethora of
festivals, events and live independent
theatre. Downtown Windsor also
boasts the Symphony and the Art
Gallery; the best and most innovative
restaurants; unique retail stores;
eclectic coffee shops; free Wi-Fi; and
a magnificent waterfront banking the
Detroit skyline.
G&G JEWELLERY AND COINS
28 University Ave. E
Windsor, ON
519-256-0712
www.coinsandjewellery.com
Located in the heart of downtown
Windsor since 1973. We offer a large
selection of jewellery, coins, watches,
and bullion. We also offer on the spot
jewellery/watch repair and appraisal
services as well as prices to match
any budget. We buy gold and silver
jewellery and coins.
PALAZZI BROS. TILE & GRANITE LTD.
3636 Walker Rd
Windsor, ON
www.palazzibros.com
Porcelain tile, Hardwood, Granite
and Limestone. Visit designer
showrooms. We shop the world to
bring you the latest designs in tile and
stone. View full slabs of granite and
marble. Expert Advice, Best Selection,
Highest Quality. Locations include
3636 Walker Rd, Windsor, 24 Oak St.,
Leamington, 322 Christina, Sarnia
SHANFIELD-MEYERS
JEWELLERY & CHINA SHOP
176-198 Ouellette Ave.
Windsor, ON
519-253-6098
www.shanfields.net
VIA ITALIA SHOPPING
viaitalia.com
Stroll, browse and shop ‘til you drop
at our style savvy boutiques, master
tailor shop, houseware and Italian
LADIES GETAWAY!
Grab some close friends and head out on an
E.P.I.C. adventure to our award-winning wine
region. Our wine route hugs the shores of Lake
Erie and continues inland. Sprinkled with cozy,
affordable bed & breakfasts and lodgings, culinary
delights at unique restaurants, our wine route has
much to offer for your next Ladies Night Out.
specialty grocery stores. Many Erie
Street retailers import clothing from
unique Italian designers and feature
products imported from Italy. See our
ad on page 22
WINDSOR CROSSING
1555 Talbot Road, Suite 510
LaSalle, ON
519-972-7111 or 1-866-613-5172
www.windsorcrossing.com
Windsor Crossing is conveniently
located on Talbot Road, off
Highway 401 and minutes from
the Windsor/Detroit border.
Windsor Crossing's sophisticated build
resembles a European-style shopping
centre. Visit over 40 stores and
services with outlet brand names.
Ample spaces for handicapped
shoppers and expectant mothers
provide an easy-access shopping
experience. See our ad on page below
WINDSOR TUNNEL DUTY FREE SHOP
465 Goyeau Street
Windsor, ON
519-252-2713 or 1-800-669-2105
www.tunneldutyfree.com
Shop before you cross! At our onestop shopping location, you'll find many
affordable luxury items, including
name brand Fragrances, Cosmetics
and Watches, including one of the
finest selections of Spirits, Wine and
Beer all at INCREDIBLE duty free
prices! Open 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week.
SPAS
CAESARS WINDSOR - ESTETICA SPA
Forum Tower, 377 Riverside Drive
East, Suite 2nd Floor
Windsor, Ontario
519-985-5999
www.caesarswindsor.com
SWEET TREATS
WALKERS FINE CANDIES
2702 Howard Ave.
Windsor, ON
519-253-2019
www.walkerscandies.com
Walkers Candies has been around since
1922 and still uses the original
equipment that Mr. Walker used,
such as marble tables and copper pots.
At Walkers our products are handmade
with the finest ingredients. Some of
our products consist of handcrafted
truffles, fudge, peanut brittle, sundae
toppings. Group tours available.
STOP 26 ICE CREAM & MORE
10585 Clairview
Windsor, ON
519-735-1355
facebook.com/pages/Stop-26-Ice-Cream-Mo
Stop 26 Ice Cream & More is located
on the Ganatchio Trail in east Windsor.
This trail is used for exercise; walking,
running, biking, roller blading. Our view
is terrific. There are benches at the
park, across the street and along the
trail to enjoy our cool treats. Join us!
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fitness room, meeting rooms, indoor pool/hot-tub and courtyard patio with barbeque. See our ad on page 25
Comfort Suites Downtown Windsor
500 Tuscarora Rd. E., Windsor, ON
519-971-0505 or 1-877-564-9580
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restaurants and lounges. All suites feature a sitting area with fridge and microwave. Also, selected suites have a jacuzzi in the
bedroom. Guests enjoy complimentary parking, wireless internet and hot breakfast. See our ad on page 25
Days Inn Windsor
675 Goyeau St., Windsor, ON
519-258-8411 or 1-866-454-6444
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Thoroughfares. Offering fabulous Restaurants, Night-Clubs, Shopping, & 24-Hour Gaming on our beautiful waterfront at Caesars
Windsor, all within a 5-10 minute walk. Amenities include: Parking, Continental Breakfast, Internet, Local Calling, and our Business Centre.
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton
519-972-0770 or 1-800-HAMPTON
www.windsorsuites.hamptoninn.com
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Huron Church Road near the Bridge to Detroit and Highway 401. Enjoy our comfortable accommodations, indoor heated salt water pool
and our complimentary hot breakfast buffet. 100% Satisfaction Guarantee! See our ad on page 25
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430 Ouellette Ave., Windsor, ON
519-256-4656 or 1-877-256-4656
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519-966-1200 or 1-800-465-4329
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sure to appreciate the fact that our full-service Windsor accommodations offer free parking, free wireless internet, and a smoke-free
environment for all guests. See our ad on page 27
Howard Johnson Inn Leamington
201 Erie St. N., Leamington, ON
519-325-0260 or 1-800-340-9841
www.howardjohnsonleamington.com
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hotel prides itself on. This successful enterprise is building a solid reputation for providing the highest levels of service and comfort you
expect and deserve. Go Happy Go HoJo!
Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel
2530 Ouellette Ave., Windsor, ON
519-966-1860 or 1-800-265-5021
www.howardjohnsonwindsor.com
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Centrally-located in Windsor, our recently-renovated guest rooms and suites feature new bedding with pillow-top mattresses, free
high-speed wireless internet, free on-site parking, complimentary continental breakfast, premium cable TV and free local calls. Breakfast/
lunch are available at our Marquis Restaurant. Kitchenette suites available for extended stays. Banquet and meeting rooms available.
Ivy Rose Motor Inn
2885 Howard Ave., Windsor, ON
519-966-1700 or 1-800-265-7366
www.ivyrose.ca See our ad on page 25
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519-258-7774 or 1-800-578-7878
www.travelodge-windsor-riverfront.com
Located in the heart of downtown Windsor, along the riverfront, just blocks from the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel. Travelodge Downtown
offers the comfort of home with riverview rooms available, complimentary high speed internet, indoor heated pool and complimentary
continental breakfast. Steps to Caesars Windsor and downtown activities. See our ad on back cover
University Place Rooms & Suites
3140 Peter Street, Windsor, ON
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www.WindsorExecutiveStay.com
Located in Olde Sandwich Towne of 1812 fame, only 400m west of the University, uPlace is a hybrid of economical, business/tourist
lodging and the best of university living. Highly regarded for low rates, cleanliness and quiet; our simple yet comfortable furnished
rooms include fridge, local calls, TV and WIFI. See our ad on page 72.
Windsor Riverside Inn
333 Riverside Dr. W., Windsor, ON
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www.windsorriversideinn.com
Highrise hotel located in the heart of downtown Windsor, along the gorgeous water front and offering spectacular water-view rooms.
Relax in the beautiful water-view indoor pool! Dining and room service all await you with warm hospitality. Steps to fitness trail,
sculpture gardens, Caesars Windsor and all of the downtown activities. See our ad on back cover
HAPPY PAWS PET RESORT
2623 County Rd #27 (Belle River Rd)
Woodslee, ON 519-975-1234
www.HappyPawsPetResort.ca
Located just 10 minutes East of Windsor, Happy Paws Pet
Resort offers World-class, cage-free Pet Boarding. Spaciously
themed Suites and Villas include large beds, LED TVs, and
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climate-controlled privacy inside and a multitude of activities
within our large outdoor Pet-friendly farm.
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566 Bevel Line Rd., Leamington, ON
519-326-8646 or 1-800-300-2696
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Located in the heart of Windsor, the Stonecroft Inn is a locally-owned hotel providing clean, comfortable accommodations with
personalized service. We welcome weekend visitors and business travellers to our well-appointed guest rooms and extended stay
suites. Wireless internet, free parking, guest laundry services and a free continental breakfast are available.
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internet, Cable TV, microwave, fridge. On bus route, close to border crossing and the University of Windsor. Open all year round. All credit
cards accepted, free parking. New bridge coming nearby.
Located in the heart of downtown, the Holiday Inn is centrally located and easily accessed by 401 and the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel.
Just steps away from the entertainment district and a quick drive to sports venues. Enjoy our indoor pool or grab a bite in our on-site
restaurant, ”On the Avenue.”
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519-973-5555 or 1-877-973-7829
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for the Experience Stay for the Adventure!”
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519-977-9707 or 1-800-4-CHOICE
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fridge, some with mini-kitchens. Enjoy our on-site restaurants and lounge and new free guest laundry. Take the free weekend shuttle
to nearby Caesars Windsor. Earn rewards with Choice Privileges or Aeroplan. See our ad on page 25
Seacliffe Inn & Spa
388 Erie St. S., Leamington, ON
519-324-9266
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10. Comfort Inn, Dougall Ave.
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7. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton
6. Holiday Inn & Suites Ambassador Bridge
12. Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel
11. Ivy Rose Motor Inn
9. Stonecroft Inn
5. Travellers Choice Motel
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21. Comfort Suites Downtown Windsor
20. Days Inn Windsor
15. Hilton Windsor
19. Holiday Inn Downtown Windsor
18. Quality Inn & Suites
16. Travelodge Hotel Downtown
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POINTS OF INTEREST
24. Belle River On The Lake BIA
7. Bob-Lo Island, A Marina Resort Community
12. Canadian Transportation Museum/Heritage
Village/Windsor Woodcarving Museum
15. Colasanti's Tropical Gardens
21. Comfortech Bicycle Rentals
4. County of Essex Civic Education Centre
5. E.C. Steam and Gas Engine Museum
3. Essex Railway Station
6. Fort Malden National Historic Site
9. Gibson Gallery
13. Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary
1. John Freeman Walls Historic Site and
Underground Railroad Museum
11. John R. Park Homestead
26. Kingsville BIA
14. Kingsville Historical Park
22. Klassen Blueberries
16. Leamington Arts Centre
2. Maidstone Bicentennial Museum
10. North American Black Historical Museum
8. Park House Museum
19. Pelee Island Bird Observatory
20. Pelee Island Heritage Centre
17. Point Pelee National Park
18. Pelee Wings Nature Store
23. Serenity Lavender Farm Inc.
25. Tecumseh BIA
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ACCOMMODATIONS
2. Comfort Inn Leamington
1. Howard Johnson Inn Leamington
4. Pelee Days Inn Hotel & Conference
3. Seacliffe Inn & Spa
BED & BREAKFASTS
KINGSVILLE
6. Old Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast
AMHERSTBURG
1. Bondy House Bed & Breakfast
2. Honor's Country House Bed
& Breakfast
3. Pier 41 Bed & Breakfast
LEAMINGTON
7. Marlborough House
Bed & Breakfast
8. Pelee Getaway Bed & Breakfast
COLCHESTER
4. La Roos Maison B & B
McGREGOR
9. Guest House Getaway
HARROW
5. The Doctors House B & B
OXLEY
10. The Bell House Bed & Breakfast
COTTAGES
3. Great Lake Living Self
Catered Cottages
1. Just Imagine That
2. Pigeon Bay Cottages
COUNTY ROADS
PELEE ISLAND
11. Island Memories B&B
12. The Wandering Pheasant Inn
13. Wavecrest Bed & Breakfast
WHEATLEY
14. Wenzlers Landing
Bed & Breakfast
WINDSOR
15. Kirk`s Bed and Breakfast
16. Ye Olde Walkerville Bed
and Breakfast
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15. Aleksander Estate Winery
12. Black Bear Farms of Ontario
Estate Winery Inc.
7. Colchester Ridge Estate Winery
4. Colio Estate Wines
11. Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards
1. D’Angelo Estate Winery
6. Erie Shores Vineyard
14. Mastronardi Estate Winery
3. Muscedere Vineyards
8. North 42˚ Estate Winery
10. Oxley Estate Winery
18. Pelee Island Winery Pavilion
13. Pelee Island Winery
2. Sanson Estate Winery
16. Smith & Wilson Estate Wines
5. Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery
9. Viewpointe Estate Winery
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MAY
May-October ƒ Wine Trail Ride
May 06 ƒ ERCA Friends Yard Sale
May 12-13 ƒ Hillman Marsh Shore & Songbird Celebration
May 22-26 ƒ Media City Film Festival
May 31 - June 3 ƒ LaSalle Strawberry Festival
JUNE
June 01-03 ƒ Art in the Park
June 01-03 ƒ The Great Canadian Beaverfest
June 03 ƒ Annual Handicapable Fishing Derby
June 06 ƒ Beef in the 'Burg
June 08-10 ƒ Carrousel by the River
June 10 ƒ Parade of Horse Breeds
June 15-July 01 ƒ Summerfest
June 15-17 ƒ Carrousel Around the City
June 22-23 ƒ Carrousel Around the City
June 22-24 ƒ Windsor Elvis Fest
June 23 ƒ 10th Annual Turkey Creek Canoe Race
June 25 ƒ Target Fireworks
JULY
July 01 ƒ Canada Day and Ice Cream Festival
July 06-08 ƒ Festival Epicure
July 08 ƒ St. Onorio Festival
July 08-August 19 ƒ Summer Serenade Concerts
July 11 ƒ An Evening at the Museum
July 12-15 ƒ International Dragon Boats Festival
July 12-15 ƒ Essex Fun Fest
July 13-15 ƒ Bluesfest International
July 20-21 ƒ Walkerville Art Walk & Rock
July 20-21 ƒ Sunsplash Festival
July 20-22 ƒ 3rd Annual A'burg Rotary Ribfest
July 26 ƒ 23rd Annual ERCA Golf Tournament
July 28-29 ƒ Explore the Shore
July 28 ƒ Belle River-On the Lake Bluewater
Antique & Classic Boat Show
July 28 ƒ General Brock's Sail Away & Celebrations
AUGUST
August 17-19 ƒ Rock 'N Horse Fest
August 19 ƒ Hawk Run
August 19 ƒ Madonna di Canneto Festival
August 23-26 ƒ Tecumseh Corn Festival
August 25 ƒ Capture of Detroit
August 25-26 ƒ Art by the River
August 25-26 ƒ Balloonapalooza
August 30- September 2 ƒ Harrow Fair
SEPTEMBER
September 06-09 ƒ Shores of Erie International Wine Fest
September 07-09 ƒ Olde Sandwich Towne Festival
September 15-16 ƒ Holiday Beach Festival of Hawks
September 15-16 ƒ Children's Fest
September 16 ƒ Meet the Dog Breeds
September 23 ƒ Nostalgie Ciociare Food & Wine Festival
September 28–30 ƒ Ontario Cultural Days
September 29 ƒ Canada South Coast Bike Tour
September 29-30 ƒ Ruthven Apple Festival
September 30 ƒ Harvest Locavore Lunch
OCTOBER
October 13 ƒ Rotary's 4th Annual Pumpkinville
October 19-21 ƒ Annual Kingsville Migration Festival
October 20 ƒ Harvest Moon
NOVEMBER
November 01-03 ƒ BookFest Windsor
November 15-January 05 2013 ƒ 20th Annual Kingsville
Fantasy of Lights
November 08-11 ƒ Windsor International Film Festival
November 16-17 ƒ Walkerville Holiday Walk
November 16 - January 01, 2013 ƒ Riverlights Winter Fest
November 24 ƒ Amherstburg Santa Claus Parade
November 27 ƒ Kingsville Santa Claus Parade
November 30 ƒ BIA Tree Lighting Celebration
DECEMBER
AUGUST
December 03 ƒ Windsor Santa Claus Parade
August 03-05 ƒ Roots to Boots Festival
December 09 ƒ Eve of St. Nicholas
August 03-06 ƒ Emancipation Days
December 18 ƒ Candlelight Christmas
August 05 ƒ Lakeside Lavacore Brunch
August 06-12 ƒ Eat Your City Culinary Week
JANUARY - MARCH 2013
August 09-12 ƒ Windsor-Essex Pride Fest
January 14-20 ƒ Winter Bites Culinary Week
August 10-12 ƒ Art of Eating Food & Wine Festival
February 09-10 ƒ Colio's Annual Festival of Ice
August 10-12 ƒ 53rd Annual Comber Fair
February 23-24 ƒ Essex Train Show
August 12 ƒ Pelee Fest
March 02 ƒ John R. Park Homestead Maple Spring Taste
August 10-12 ƒ Essex County Steam / Gas Engine Show
March 14-17 ƒ Windsor Classic
August 12 ƒ Blueberry Social
August 16-19 ƒ Windsor Ribfest
For more information visit www.canadasouthfestivals.com
August 17-19 ƒ Leamington Tomato Festival
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wineries&
agri-tourism
It’s not just our winemakers and their families that believe in the power of “local.”
This relentless dedication to “home grown” reaches into the healthy soil of our farmers
as well. Essex County Farmers harvest an impressive variety of food, spanning dairy to
vegetables and fruit to preserves, meat, honey and, of course, wine!
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supply fresh food, friendly advice and
fantastic deals. Speak directly to the
grower when purchasing produce or
poultry, pasta or pastries.
The Lakeshore Market open weekends
in the summer, is located in St. Joachim,
next to the St. Joachim Diner. Riverside
Farmers Market is open Sundays
beginning the end of May, and offers
local produce, flowers, hand-made
jewelry and myriad other local gems.
Visit the huge market tent located
behind the Riverside Sportsmen Club on
Riverside Drive. Our region is one of the
most agriculturally productive areas
in Canada – certainly a main attraction
to visit and experience.
Shores of Erie International Wine Festival
wineries
ssex Pelee Island Coast (EPIC)
is more south than Bordeaux
and Burgundy in France, this
location makes for ideal winemaking
conditions, which puts us on the top
of the wine rack when it comes to
making outstanding wine. We are
wine country at its delicious best.
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Our wine route hugs the shores of
Lake Erie and continues inland.
Sprinkled with cozy bed & breakfasts
and lodgings, culinary delights at
unique restaurants, our wine route
has much to offer. We have received
hundreds of awards and accolades in
international competitions for our
world-class wines, but we would
rather show than tell! We pride
ourselves on being friendly and
relaxing, inviting and open-armed
with every visitor.
Every tour we give strives to fully
immerse you in our communities
and cultures – from the ground up.
Create your own tour or partake in a
guided tour – either way, EPIC is a
wine lover’s paradise, a wonderful
place to fall in love with wine, the
county and the joy that is visiting our
spectacular wineries. Tours offered
are on bike, by bus, trolley or selfguided. Tour itineraries include early
departures from your door, breaks
for lunch, and a back at your doorstep
drop-off.
Let your palette lead the way. Our
history proves that we’re devoted to
growing the finest grapes and making
award-winning wine. Close to twenty
wineries, and counting can’t be wrong.
The largest of the Lake Erie islands,
Pelee Island is home to Canada’s
largest estate-owned winery, Pelee
Island Winery. Don’t hesitate to spend
a weekend and immerse yourself in
Island life while sipping some of the
best wine in the world. The ferry ride
over will mark the start of an incredible
experience to an Island like no other.
Six hundred acres of vineyards
produce award-winning wines year
after year. Seventeen varietals are
grown on the Island where heat units
and frost-free days are unmatched
anywhere else in Canada. After taking
a tour through the Island’s winery
cellars, bask in the sun at the Pelee
Island Wine Pavilion nestled in the
green leaves of lush vines.
Colio Estate Wines was the first postprohibition winery in the region when
they opened their doors at Harrow
in 1980. The torch of the great
winemaking tradition begun back
then has been passed to the highly
educated and acclaimed Lawrence
Buhler, VP of Winemaking. In
collaboration with vineyard manager
Kevin Donohue, he transforms the
fruit of the winery’s 200 acres of
vineyards in Colchester, Ontario with
his own signature craftsmanship into
each of the wines in the 330,000 cases
Tour, Taste and Savour our Region!
Follow our EPIC wine trail and stay along the way
in one of our cozy Bed & Breakfasts. See our winery
and B&B map locator on pages 30 – 31.
the winery produces annually. Tours
feature a chronological walk through
the winemaking process which
includes the photogenic barrel aging
room and end at the warm and
friendly Hospitality Centre. There,
visitors can sample wines to suit all
tastes and preferences and browse
through wine gifts and souvenirs.
The wineries of our region create a
living, breathing and passionate
testament to the people, the
environment and the capabilities of
both when it comes to making wine.
Our stories are as plentiful and ripe as
the varietals we grow and nurture. We
want your stories to include our wines.
Experience EPIC Wine Country –
Uncork our Passion!
agri-tourism
It’s not just our winemakers and their
families that believe in the power of
”local.” This relentless dedication to
”home grown” reaches into the healthy
soil of our farmers as well. Essex
County Farmers harvest an impressive
variety of food spanning dairy to
vegetables and fruit to preserves, meat,
honey and, of course, wine!
Our region has five magnificent
markets where you and your family
may shop. The Amherstburg Farmers
Market was created to ”market” local
farm, agricultural, baked goods and
craft products and support community
events that focus on healthy eating.
Windsor offers two markets: The
Downtown Windsor Farmers Market
and Windsor Market Square. The
Downtown Windsor Farmers Market
on Chatham Street is seasonal, open
Saturday mornings from June to
October. Windsor Market Square, an
indoor heaven for ”farm fresh-ness,”
has been alive and thriving for more
than 100 years. Nearly 40 vendors
Inhale the calming scent of lavender
at Serenity Lavender Farm, a majestic
lavender farm in Colchester, Ontario
on the grounds of North 42° Estate
Winery. Offering a selection of over
40 types of lavender, choose culinary,
aromatherapy, bath and home products
made especially for you.
into the Shores of Erie International
Wine Festival. More than fifty vendors
serve up extraordinary food and wine,
offer culinary demonstrations and wine
seminars all the while being serenaded
by world-class musicians. Stroll with
glass in hand, while top-notch
entertainers fill the Amherstburg
riverfront with sound. This remarkable
festival showcases the best in our
region’s wine, food and musical genius.
Take the weekend of July 28th and 29th
to Explore the Shore. That is, bring your
family and friends and discover the
gems that shine along historic County
Road 50 in the town of Essex, just south
of Harrow. Enjoy the scenic, quaint
journey along Lake Erie where over
twenty businesses offer a plethora of
activities for you to dive into. Let our
friendly farmers and vintners please
your palette. Swing a club at a golf
course, take a swim at the beach. Shop
for antiques, gifts, art, books. Rest at
one of our cozy, family-friendly bed
and breakfasts.
This two-day weekend event boasts live
entertainment, food specials, vineyard
and orchard tours, art displays, a putting
competition and a treasure hunt. Pick up
an Explore the Shore brochure and get it
stamped or initialed by business owners
along the route, then enter to win a
grand prize.
Our ”Grown Right Here” slogan speaks
to the essence of who we are: we grow
our gardens, our farms, our families, our
friends, our spirits, our talents, and, most
importantly, our ability to tell and
cultivate stories that will last for
generations. We share in a friendly,
passionate, warm way – our stories, our
food and our wine. Come, join us!
Leamington, Ontario is the greenhouse
capital of North America, and we’re
proud of it. Since post-WWII,
greenhouse production in our region
has become a billion dollar industry.
With over 1,500 acres of greenhouses,
our agriculture ”under glass” is truly
a miraculous feat of technology and
cultivation. Tomatoes, cucumbers and
peppers are our primary greenhouse
crops. In fact, the Leamington Tomato
Festival is an annual event that draws
people from around the world to taste
and appreciate what our crops have to
offer. Leamington tomatoes help make
Heinz ketchup the number one ketchup
in the world, with the Heinz Canada
factory in the heart of the town. It’s no
wonder that Leamington is the Tomato
Capital of Canada.
Heinz was
established in
Leamington, ON
in 1909
The Leamington plant
processes more than
250,000 tons of
tomatoes per year.
”Sip Into Summer” (May 26-27),
Vintage Tasting (July 22) and Art of
Eating (August 10 – 12) celebrations
are hosted by participating Essex Pelee
Island Coast Winegrowers Association
(EPIC) members. Visit the EPIC website
for details at www.EPICwineries.com
Each September, on the banks of the
Detroit River, the Fort Malden National
Historic Site of Canada is transformed
U N CO R K
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PASSION
Get a little taste at EPICwineries.com
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BREWERIES
WINERIES & AGRI-TOURISM
AGRI-TOURISM
KLASSEN BLUEBERRIES
954 County Rd. 50 E, RR #1
Harrow, ON
519-738-4089
www.klassenblueberries.com
Enjoy the blueberry experience on
our working farm. Pick your own
blueberries right off the bush or
buy them already picked at our retail
store on the farm. Frozen yogurt or
ice cream treats and blueberry pies
are also available at our store.
Supervised children are welcome.
SERENITY LAVENDER FARM
130 County Road 50 East
Colchester, ON
519-980-4504
www.serenitylavender.com
Canada's most southern lavender
farm offers you a scentsational
experience! Come taste the flavours,
see the colours, smell the aromas
and learn the language of lavender.
Relax and stroll through our gardens
with over 48 lavender varieties
and visit our gift shop for everything
from aromatherapy products to
culinary delights.
BED & BREAKFASTS
BONDY HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST
199 Dalhousie St.
Amherstburg, ON
519-736-9433
www.bbcanada.com/bondyhousebnb
This charming Century-old Victorian
home in the heart of Amherstburg
has most attractions within walking
distance. Theme guest bedrooms
reflect Amherstburg’s history. Guests
use the Tea room, an enchanting
garden, lily pond and tree top turret
that overlooks the view of the
downtown, Kings Navy Yard Park
and Detroit River.
GUESTHOUSE GETAWAY!
8331 Middleside Rd./ County Rd 10
McGregor/Amherstburg, ON
519-726-5221
www.guesthousegetaway.com
HONOR'S COUNTRY HOUSE
BED & BREAKFAST
4441 Concession 4 South
Amherstburg, ON
519-736-7737 or 1-877-253-8594
www.bbcanada.com/honorsbnb
Debbie and Robert extend a friendly
welcome to their country heritage
home, your comfortable base to
explore beautiful Amherstburg.
Cozy rooms with private baths,
delicious full breakfasts, self serve
snacks and beverages, WiFi,
D I R E C T O R Y
swimming pool, veranda and glorious
views! Near UCCU Complex, wineries,
nature areas, birding and minutes to
heritage district.
ISLAND MEMORIES B&B
192 North Shore Dr.
Pelee Island, ON
519-724-2667
www.island-memories.com
Our country home offers a
relaxing scenic view of Lake Erie.
Accommodations include
3 comfortable bedrooms, one
of which has a queen bed and
private ensuite. Whether you enjoy
swimming on our beach or biking,
hiking or exploring the quiet nature
trails, Pelee ISLAND will create
lasting MEMORIES for you.
KIRK`S BED AND BREAKFAST
406 Moy Ave.
Windsor, ON
519-255-9346 or 1-888-271-2624
www.kirksbandb.com
LA ROOS MAISON B & B
309 Martin Lane R.R. # 3
Harrow, ON
519-890-1657
www.laroosmaison.com
La Roos Maison with over 7,000 square
feet of living space is nestled on
2 acres of lakefront property in the
heart of Essex County Wine region.
Let the south shores of Essex County
be your playground. Indulge yourself
at La Roos Maison; your pleasure is
our goal.
MARLBOROUGH HOUSE
BED & BREAKFAST
49 Marlborough St. W.
Leamington, ON
519-322-3953 or 1-866-530-4389
www.marlboroughhouse.ca
OLD FARMHOUSE
BED & BREAKFAST
1389 Seacliff Drive
Kingsville, ON
519-733-9660
www.bbcanada.com/7018.html
Enjoy a peaceful step into the past at
our restored c1870 farmhouse with
large wraparound veranda. Situated
on a 10 acre apple orchard on the
shore of Lake Erie. Wireless internet.
Air conditioned. Close proximity to Point
Pelee National Park, Pelee Island Ferry,
local wineries and Chrysler Greenway.
PELEE GETAWAY BED & BREAKFAST
572 Bevel Line Rd.
Leamington, ON
519-322-2424
www.peleegetaway.ca
Located 3km from Point Pelee National
Park and the ferryboat to Pelee Island.
We offer 3 bright, clean and comfortable
rooms (2 Queens, 1 Double). Full hot
breakfasts, super reasonable rates,
plenty of parking, free use of bicycles/
wireless internet, nice common area.
For more info & reviews, visit our
website today!
PIER 41 BED & BREAKFAST
41 Mickle Drive
Amherstburg, ON
519-730-0573
www.pier41bb.com
THE BELL HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST
Harrow, ON
519-738-0050
www.thebellhouse.ca
THE WANDERING PHEASANT INN
1060 East West Rd
Pelee Island, ON
519-724-2270
www.thewanderingpheasantinn.com
We offer an adult-only oasis; start
off your day with a complimentary
breakfast, a bike ride or walk on Pelee
Island's beautiful trails. Enjoy a free
wine tour on us; experience romance
in the outdoor hot tub; while making
history by staying at the most
southern Inn in Canada.
WAVECREST BED & BREAKFAST
79 East Shore Dr.
Pelee Island, ON
519-724-1111
www.wavecrestpelee.com
Wavecrest B&B is located on a
wonderful sandy beach on the north
east tip of Pelee Island on Lighthouse
Point. Our beautifully appointed rooms
have luxurious ensuite baths and
we have decks and screened porches
to take full advantage of our unique
location. Let us welcome you aboard.
WENZLERS LANDING
BED & BREAKFAST
2310 Hickson Road
Wheatley, ON
519 825-3233
www.wenzlerslanding.com
YE OLDE WALKERVILLE
BED AND BREAKFAST
1104 Monmouth Road
Windsor, ON
519-254-1507
www.walkervillebb.com
WALKERVILLE BREWERY
525 Argyle Road
Windsor, ON
519-254-6067
www.walkervillebrewery.com
Opening Summer 2012 in the heart
of the historical distillery district,
Walkerville Brewery will again be
brewing handcrafted lagers and ales.
A must visit on your trip to Essex
County, enjoy a tour, sample our
beer and take some back with you.
Minutes from downtown Windsor
and the train station.
TOURS
AGED LIKE FINE WINE TOURS/
VALENTE TRAVEL
Windsor, ON
519-252-3331 or 1-800-953-2875
www.valentetravel.com
Aged Like Fine Wine Tours in
association with Valente Travel is a
full service travel agency which also
specializes in coach tours to the U.S.
and Canada. We offer wine tours along
with our NEW Wedding Wine Tours,
NEW Black History Tours as well as
student tours. Contact us today!
WINDSOR ESSEX TROLLEY TOURS
PO Box 1327, 44 Sinasac St. W.
Harrow, ON
519-738-2224
www.wetrolley.com
Leave the driving to us! WE Trolley
offers: GROUP TOURS - WE design the
tour. You bring the group. CHARTER
TOURS - You plan the event. WE take
you there in style. 'HOP ON' TOURS WE plan the trolley wine tour. You
'HOP ON' and have fun.
WINERIES
ALEKSANDER ESTATE WINERY
1542 County Rd. #34
Ruthven, ON
519-326-2024
www.aleksanderestate.com
Aleksander Estate Winery makes
small batches of high quality vintage
wines. Our vineyard is located on the
highest point in Essex County allowing
the grapes to grow with each change
of season. We strive to go above and
beyond, by providing excellent wines
and services to our customers.
BLACK BEAR FARMS OF ONTARIO
ESTATE WINERY INC.
1137 County Road 20 West
Kingsville, ON
519-733-6289
www.blackbearfarms.ca
Black Bear Farms of Ontario Estate
Winery is a family operated winery
which is Essex County's only winery
specializing in fruit wines. We grow
all our own fruit that is used in our
19 different award-winning wines.
Open Monday - Saturday:
11:00am - 6:00pm and
Sunday: 11:00am - 5:00pm.
COLCHESTER RIDGE ESTATE WINERY
108 County Rd #50
P.O. Box 609
Harrow, ON
519-738-9800
www.colchesterridge.com
Known by it's acronym 'CREW'
Colchester Ridge Estate Winery
internationally award winning VQA
wines can be sampled in their
charming retail store nestled behind
12 acres of Merlot, Chardonnay,
Gewurztraminer and Cabernet
Sauvignon. For more information
call 519-738-9800 or order your wine
online at www.colchesterridge.com.
Welcome Aboard!
COLIO ESTATE WINES
1 Colio Drive
Harrow, ON
519-738-2241
www.coliowinery.com
Experience the fine art of 'friendly'
at Colio Estates Wines in Harrow,
Ontario. The picturesque winery
offers daily winery tours which
conclude in their very welcoming
Hospitality Centre where
award-winning wines can be tasted
or purchased. Open daily, year-round
excluding major holidays. Wheelchair
accessible and group/buses welcome
by appointment. See our ad on page 38
COOPER'S HAWK VINEYARDS
1425 Iler Rd RR#1
Harrow, ON
519-738-4295
www.coopershawkvineyards.com
Cooper's Hawk Vineyards is located
in a pristine setting. We offer wine
tastings with a unique view of our
vineyards. We focus on high quality
wines grown on an environmentally
supportive site. Tastings and tours
are available. Please call ahead for
large tours, events room and
catering also available.
D'ANGELO VINEYARDS
ESTATE WINERY
5141 Concession 5 North
Amherstburg, ON
519-736-7959
www.dangelowinery.com
ERIE SHORE VINEYARD
410 County Rd. 50 West
Harrow, ON
519-738-9858
www.erieshore.ca
MASTRONARDI ESTATE WINERY
1193 Concession #3 East
Kingsville, ON
519-733-9463 or 1-800-320-5040
www.mastronardiwines.com
Mastronardi Estate Winery is nestled
in the heart of Essex County Wine
Country! This 100 acre vineyard
produces many award-winning wines.
Open Daily 11-5.
MUSCEDERE VINEYARDS
7457 County Rd. 18
Harrow, ON
519-965-1075
www.muscederevineyards.com
Muscedere Vineyards is a family
owned and operated vineyard which
takes great pride in caring for and
nurturing all aspects of the vineyard
and winery with a relentless
enthusiasm for producing premium
wines. Open daily July-September
from 11:00am-6:00pm. Enjoy a glass
of wine and wood-fired pizza from
our outdoor oven.
NORTH 42 DEGREES ESTATE WINERY
Colchester, ON
519 984-1323
www.north42degrees.com
Come to experience our passion,
beauty and southern hospitality.
Amidst Carolinian forests, our sun
quenched grapes gently caressed by
Lake Erie breezes exhibit our terroir's
exceptional flavour profiles. Taste the
pure goodness of our wines made
with love and care. Perfect for sharing
with friends and pairing with foods.
OXLEY ESTATE WINERY
Harrow, ON
519-738-3264
www.oxleyestatewinery.com
Oxley Estate Winery, in the charming
and historic hamlet of Oxley, will open
in late June, 2012, with wines made
from its small first harvest in 2011,
verjus, and seasonal produce grown
on site, including white asparagus,
berries (Haskap, Saskatoon and
Pink Lemonade Blueberry), figs,
and chestnuts.
PELEE ISLAND WINERY
455 Seacliff Drive
Kingsville, ON
519-733-6551 or 1-800-597-3533
www.peleeisland.com
Visitors are welcome year-round to
Canada's largest estate-owned
winery. Friendly and knowledgeable
guides offer a behind-the-scenes
tour through every step of the
winemaking process. Tours and wine
tastings daily at 12, 2 & 4 p.m. Visit
our website for a list of special events.
EPIC Wines in the making
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WINERIES & AGRI-TOURISM
PELEE ISLAND WINERY PAVILION
20 East West Rd
Pelee Island, ON
519-724-2469 or 1-800-597-3533
www.peleeisland.com
The vineyard Pavilion on Pelee Island
is the place to enjoy a barbecued
lunch and savour a glass of wine
with beautiful views overlooking
Lake Erie. Between May and October
enjoy events including concerts,
wine seminars and tours of the
vineyards. Visit our website for
a list of special events.
SMITH & WILSON ESTATE WINES
8368 Water Street RR #1
Blenheim (Chatham), ON
1-888-676-5867
www.smithandwilsonestatewines.ca
SPRUCEWOOD SHORES
ESTATE WINERY
7258 County Road 50 W
Harrow, ON
519-738-9253 or 1-866-938-9253
www.sprucewoodshores.com
Sample handcrafted 100% Ontario
VQA wines at one of Ontario's
premier lakefront destination
D I R E C T O R Y
wineries. Located on the sandy
shores of Lake Erie surrounded by
picturesque ponds, vineyards and
gardens. Purchase delicious picnic
basket lunches from May-Oct.
Enjoy live entertainment, cooking
demonstrations and light appetizers
every Sunday, June-Oct from 1-4pm.
a wide assortment of activities:
interactive wine tastings, culinary
demonstrations, customized events
and local seasonal cuisine on our
Lakefront Patio with a breath-taking
view of Lake Erie. Come enjoy wine
from a ”different pointe of view.”
Open daily 11am - 6pm daily.
SANSON ESTATE WINERY
9238 Walker Road
Amherstburg, ON
519-726-9609
www.sansonestatewinery.com
Sanson Estate Winery located in
Historic Amherstburg. Visit our retail
store for red and white wines, natural
beef and heritage pork. We grow and
retail wine, beef and vegetables. This
is your one stop shop for local food
and wine. Open 11am to 5pm daily.
Closed Mondays from Jan.-May.
WINE TRAIL RIDE
Windsor, ON
519-982-5212
www.winetrailride.ca
Cycle through Essex County and
explore our wine region. Each Wine
Trail Ride visits 2-3 wineries. Includes
tastings, tours, guide, support vehicle
and a meal made with local Essex
County products. Bikes/helmets
available to rent. Personalized rides
can also be organized. Visit
www.winetrailride.ca for dates
and information.
VIEWPOINTE ESTATE WINERY
Harrow, ON
519-738-0690 or 1-866-372-VIEW
www.viewpointewinery.com
Viewpointe Estate Winery produces
premium wines and also offers
The
great
outdoors
Look, listen, taste, touch, feel – play! It’s as simple as
that. Windsor Essex Pelee Island is a destination that
invigorates your senses and invites you to tell your story.
Great Grey Owl
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THE GREAT OUTDOORS
hether it’s the fluttering of
millions of Monarch butterfly
wings as they take flight in
the arms of the Carolinian forest of
Point Pelee National Park or the sweet
smack of a golf ball at the end of
perfect swing in one of over twenty
lush golf courses, Windsor Essex Pelee
Island boasts an outdoor life that will
keep you coming back for more.
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Windsor Essex Pelee Island’s outdoor
offerings are unparalleled. There are
experiences to be had and stories to be
told. What will your story be? We want
you to write the book on outdoor
adventure in this remarkable region.
eco-tourism –
cycling/scuba
The great outdoors has much to offer –
especially in our eco-friendly region.
Let our plants, wildlife, paths and parks
cater to the nature lover and outdoor
adventurer in you. With literally
thousands of acres of green space and
more than 200 parks woven into our
communities and neighbourhoods, there
are at least that many reasons to get
outside. Walk, run, blade or bike the
5 km. of riverfront along the Detroit
River. Traverse the urban, suburban or
naturalized parkland of the Ganatchio
Trail, an 8 km. walking/ biking trail that
reaches from the City of Windsor into
the Town of Tecumseh. Cyclists love this
region for its diversity, not to mention
the unique adventures that span various
communities and even stretch as far
as Pelee Island. Bring the whole family
and enjoy an overnight adventure
tourism bike ride that weaves you
through the trees and under the stars
on Pelee Island. Be sure to join one
or all of the exciting cycling events
planned for September during
cycling month in Windsor-Essex.
Visit www.bikefriendlywindsor.com/
upcomingevents for more information.
birding
Our region is one of the best ”hot
spots” in North America for birding.
Marshes, ponds, lakes, rivers,
lagoons, beaches and shorelines
not only create the perfect
migratory elements for over 370
species of birds in fall and spring,
but they offer outstanding birdwatching opportunities for
observers old and new.
Over 80% of bird species recorded
in Ontario have been seen and
heard in Point Pelee National Park
– an exceptional birding site right
under your binoculars. Heed the
song of the warbler at Point Pelee
– Canada’s warbler capital. Our
birds are spreading their wings
and sharpening their tunes to add
to your amazing birding story!
We are dedicated to protecting
our earth, from sky to soil, and
Hillman Marsh and Holiday Beach
Conservation areas are living proof
of that dedication. Hillman Marsh is
an epicentre for education and field
study, drawing people (and wildlife!)
from across the continent. Hawks,
vultures, eagles, falcons and other
spectacular birds of prey flock and
stop at Holiday Beach Conservation
while en route to and from warmer
climates. The Prothonotary Warbler
is a regular ”nester” at this site as
well. Incredibly, there have been
more than 15 species of hawks
viewed and counted by expert
birders from the Hawk Tower at
this Conservation Area.
There is adventure below the water
just waiting for you to plunge in and
explore. The Great Lakes are full of
sunken shipwreck treasures. Dive into
the Pelee Passage off the shore of
Leamington, where more than fifty
shipwrecks create a diver’s dream
escape. Take a breath, dive in and
envelop yourself in adventure!
Biking in Essex County
In fact, there are 11 Conservation
Areas in our eco-minded region
that are hoping you visit so you
can stop, look and listen to the
astonishing wildlife that never
ceases to flourish. A birding
adventure just wouldn’t be
complete without a visit to Jack
Miner Bird Sanctuary. Jack Miner
established his homestead as
a bird sanctuary in 1904 – an
incredible feat then and a
miraculous feat now considering
more than 100 years have passed,
and geese and other birds are
still calling Jack Miner’s ‘home’
during migration.
The Ojibway Prairie Complex,
located in the southwest corner
of Windsor, is the largest protected
tallgrass prairie and oak savanna in
Ontario. Here you will see and hear
the Tufted Titmouse, the Redbellied and Hairy Woodpecker,
the Rose-breasted Grosbeak,
the Scarlet Tanager and the Indigo
Bunting – to list a few! Parking
and admission is free!
Thousands of observers travel to
our region annually to attend the
Festival of Birds (May) at Point
Pelee National Park and the
Festival of Hawks (September) at
Holiday Beach Conservation Area.
These family-friendly festivals
include not only rare and amazing
bird sightings but also dragonfly
hikes, crafts, butterfly tagging and
much, much more.
Point Pelee National Park ranks
as one of the top 10 birding
destinations in North America.
Ruby-Throated Hummingbird
fishing
Where will you cast your line?
Windsor Essex Pelee Island is the
place to be for the angler. Muskie,
walleye, bass and steelhead swim
fat and plentiful in Lake St. Clair,
Lake Erie and the Detroit River. Sail
or motor your own boat into one of
the many area docks or let one of
our experienced charters or fishing
guides help fill your fish buckets.
Known as the #1 destination in the
Great Lakes, Lake Erie’s western
basin is brimming with walleye,
smallmouth bass, yellow perch and
rainbow trout. As there are four main
bodies of water to fish from, our area
is truly an incredible location. And,
you don’t need a boat to fulfill your
fishing needs. There are waterside
parks and government docks lined
with anglers patiently
awaiting that sweet
first tug on
the line.
Take advantage of license-free
fishing during the annual Ontario
Family Fishing Weekends held in July
and February (Canadian residents
only). Indeed, our unique climate
allows for fishing across the seasons.
Take our bait and cross ‘fish for a day’
off your list of things to do on your
next vacation! Windsor Essex Pelee
Island’s freshwater fish are here for
you. Hold up your catch and smile for
the photo that will hang on your wall
with pride – a lasting memory for the
angler in you.
cottages and
campgrounds
Why not rent a cottage for that
home-away-from-home feel on your
outdoor adventure? Our region has
over forty cottage choices, including
on-the-water locations. Wake up to
the aroma of freshly brewed coffee
and the sound of Lake Erie waves
gently lapping on the shore outside
a picture-perfect view.
Walk, ride or drive onto one of two
ferries to Pelee Island, a mere
45-minutes across the lake from the
mainland to the Island. Satiate your
want for a true getaway! Snuggle in
warm quilts, laze on a front porch and
read that novel you’ve been meaning
to start. We know how to make your
camping experience amazing. With over
100-acres in campgrounds, spacious
sites decked out with electricity and
sewer hook-ups, lakes, recreation
facilities and many activity programs,
camping in Windsor Essex Pelee Island
is yet another superb way to pen that
chapter on ‘My Summer Vacation.’
Take the rugged road and set up a tent
or roll in your RV at a campground in
our region. Immerse yourself in lush
trees and let the sweet scent of
campfire get in your hair and on your
clothes. Do you have a scary story to
share beneath the starry sky? Are
your fingers ready to get sticky with
s’mores? Windsor Essex Pelee Island
meets all your outdoor adventure
needs – and helps you live stories
you’ll be sharing for generations.
In the Town of Lakeshore, Belle River has long been known
as the “Muskie Capital of the World” due to the
extremely large numbers of muskies caught there and is
home to many muskie tournaments.
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hunting
Windsor Essex Pelee Island is
situated along a main migratory
route for waterfowl thus making it a
saturated location for hunters who
enjoy hunting bird game. The Eastern
Wild Turkey, pheasant, goose, duck,
cottontail rabbit and whitetail deer
are just some of the game readily
available in this region.
Because this area is so rich in
waterfowl, there are ample
opportunities for hunters and archers
alike, both on the mainland and on
Pelee Island. Pheasant hunters fill
Pelee Island annually to hunt the
abundance of pheasants each fall
and winter.
hunters and suppliers to preserve and
promote the beloved sport of hunting
and angling.
Oh, the stories you’ll share with
friends and family alike
when they see your
wall of hunted
trophies.
With at least ten hunting and archery
support locations (clubs/associations/
supply stores), your hunting needs
will not be left unsatisfied. Hunting
heritage is alive in the hearts of local
The most beautiful
course in Essex County
golf
What’s your line? Windsor Essex
Pelee Island shares the same
latitudinal line as Barcelona, Rome
and Northern California. It’s an
understatement to say that our
climate is fantastic – it’s spectacular!
And we’ve got the golf courses to
prove it.
Offering the champion golfer in
you an additional four (or more!)
weeks of playtime compared to
other metropolitan areas, our region
is stacked with more than
twenty golf courses that
cater to every level of skill.
Several of our impeccable courses
have hosted Canadian Tour
Championships and are the
home to Amateur Champions.
You can expect only the best in
our outstanding courses, created
by some of the most renowned
designers. Our
region features
courses crafted
by the legendary
hands of none
other than
Donald Ross
and Thomas
McBroom.
Ambassador Golf Club
Unleash your passion for golf at any
of our incredible courses. Whether
it’s private, public or premiere public,
golfing at courses in Windsor Essex
will take your breath away. Several
of our pristine golf courses and
country clubs maintain twenty-seven
holes nestled in trees, with traps,
hills, water and wildlife.
And, our courses are just minutes
away from the Windsor/ Detroit
border, as well as dining, shopping
and other amazing attractions. If
you’re hoping to satisfy your stomach
as well as your swing, take advantage
of the excellent dining facilities
located at various clubs. What are
you waiting for? Unload the clubs
from the trunk or rent a pristine set
on location. Eighteen holes for under
fifty dollars – it’s worth it to book your
tee-off time now! Put your hip into
the SOUTHERN SWING of Windsor
Essex Pelee Island’s extraordinary
golfing experience.
Essex and Roseland golf courses were crafted by world-renowned
course designer and pro golf hall-of-famer Donald Ross.
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southern point in Point Pelee
National Park. You and your family
can literally stand on this tip and take
a photo to capture this incredible
phenomenon. Picnic at a 12-mile
(20-kilometer) beach and let your
eyes feast on the sleek expanse that
is the fourth largest of the Great
Lakes, Lake Erie.
Embark on a scavenger hunt in
the forest. Let the more than
370 species of birds serenade
you through the jungle-like tangle of
trees native to this lush location.
Hackberry, walnut, tulip, red mulberry,
blue ash and sassafras are some of
the 70 species of tree families that
fatten the southern-flavoured forest
that is Point Pelee National Park.
Have your binoculars handy, for
whether you’re looking up to catch a
glimpse of a knocking woodpecker or
down in search of Canada’s only large
population of Eastern moles, there
will be no shortage of amazing finds
within this bursting habitat. With
more than 27 species of reptiles, 20
species of amphibians and 50 species
of spiders, there is no other place in
Canada that offers scavenger hunt
finds like Point Pelee National Park.
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complete without a stroll down the
Marsh Boardwalk or a paddle through
its meandering ponds. Lined with
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wildlife. On foot or in a canoe or
kayak, this is an experience that you
and your family will treasure. Be sure
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BIRDING
ESSEX REGION CONSERVATION
AUTHORITY
360 Fairview Ave. West, Suite 311
Essex, ON
1-888-487-4760
519-776-5209
www.erca.org
19 Conservation Areas, including
Holiday Beach, John R. Park
Homestead, Hillman Marsh and the
Chrysler Canada Greenway. Camping,
beaches, world-class birding, hiking,
cycling and canoeing are only a few
of the things to experience. Special
events held throughout the year.
Visit our website for a full list of
areas/activities.
JACK MINER MIGRATORY
BIRD SANCTUARY
332 Road 3 West
Kingsville, ON
519-733-4034 or 1-877-289-8328
www.jackminer.com
The Jack Miner Migratory Bird
Sanctuary was established by
Jack Miner, Canada’s first noted
conservationist. The Sanctuary invites
visitors to feed wild waterfowl, enjoy
the grounds, visit the Museum and
see our first renewal project, the
creation of a 10 acre wetland for
migrating waterfowl.
In 2010,
Jack Miner was
posthumously
inducted into
'The Legends of
the Outdoors
Hall of Fame' in
Nashville, Tennessee.
POINT PELEE NATIONAL PARK
1118 Point Pelee Drive
Leamington, Ontario
519-322-2365 or 1-888-773-8888
www.parkscanada.gc.ca/pointpelee
Picture yourself at Canada's most
southern sanctuary, be awed by the
marvels of migration, get loose on a
jungle hike, meander along the bike
path or paddle through the marsh
and enjoy a picnic. Spend a day in this
tranquil sanctuary and rejuvenate.
D I R E C T O R Y
COTTAGES &
CAMPGROUNDS
CAMPERS COVE
FAMILY CAMPGROUND
21097 Campers Cove Rd.
Site 9, Box 9, RR1
Wheatley, ON
519-825-4732 or 1-800-265-8533
www.camperscove.ca
CAA/AAA approved, 45 minutes from
Windsor, 324 shaded sites, 1200-foot
Lake Erie beach, sewers, 30/50 amp,
city water. Pull-thrus, gravel drives,
camping, cabins, control gate, clean
washrooms, store, laundromat,
playgrounds. High-speed wireless
Internet. Nearby golf, boat launch.
GREAT LAKE LIVING
SELF-CATERED COTTAGES
709 Heritage Rd.
Kingsville, ON
519-733-5522
www.greatlakeliving.com
Rent our self-catered cottages
overlooking our beautiful private
sandy beach on Lake Erie in Kingsville
park. Rent by day, week or month,
1 and 2 bedroom cottages, each with
picture-window views of the lake,
fully equipped, 2-car parking patio.
Enjoyable and inexpensive
accommodation. Ideal for bird
watching or summer retreat.
JUST IMAGINE THAT
20812 Cemetery Road
Wheatley, ON
519-326-2552 or 1-888-760-4049
www.justimaginethat.ca
PIGEON BAY COTTAGES
1284 Graham Side Road South
Kingsville, ON
519-733-9886
www.pigeonbaycottages.com
Here we have three (3) lakefront fully
furnished cottages all on 3.5 acres
with 350 feet of lake frontage.
Completely loaded with everything,
cable, gas bbq’s, private bonfires.
Great swimming and fishing. Located
in ‘Canada’s Most Southern Town.’
Fifteen minutes from Point Pelee
National Park. Pet Friendly. Free WiFi.
THE DOCTOR’S HOUSE
60 McAffee Street
Harrow, ON
519-980-1113
E-Mail: [email protected]
WILDWOOD GOLF & RV RESORT
11112 Concession Rd. 11
McGregor, ON
519-726-6176 ext. 11 or
1-866-994-9699 ext. 11
www.wildwoodgolfandrvresort.com
Relaxing atmosphere, peaceful
country setting and a beautifully
enhanced 18 hole executive golf
course which provides a gorgeous
setting that wraps around the RV
Resort. Great Snowbird location,
only 25 minutes from the Windsor/
Detroit Ambassador Bridge. Big
Rigs welcomed, 5-Star rated resort.
Surrounded by great shopping,
dining and area attractions.
Meticulously groomed fairways and 8 scenic lakes provide
a gorgeous setting that wraps around the RV resort.
Great snowbird location, only 25 minutes from the
Windsor/Detroit Ambassador Bridge.
5-star rated, big rigs welcome.
Secured entrance, paved streets, 30/50 amp, full hook-ups.
Surrounded by great shopping, dining, and area attractions.
Cramdon’s 19th Hole Licensed Restaurant: banquet facility available for
tournaments, private events, or any type of celebration. Catering also available.
If you are looking for an RV resort that delivers equal parts
of life and style, we’ve got what you’re looking for.
Your hosts, the Lucier Family
Play... Relax... Enjoy...
BUTCHER BUOY CHARTERS
11647 Front Line
Blenheim, ON
519-674-2996 or 519-784-2996
www.butcherbuoy.homestead.com
JON’S GUIDE SERVICE
80 Stowe Street, Suite 87
South Woodslee, ON
519-800-7004 or 313-332-9813
www.fishstclair.com
Jon Bondy is a Windsor based guide
and former Bassmaster Elite series
angler. He has been a professional
guide for 18 years and has been
fishing the local waters for over 30
years. He can help you catch some of
the biggest fish in the various waters
around the county.
“ The Island”
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Relaxing atmosphere, peaceful country setting, and a beautifully enhanced
and challenging 18-hole executive course.
FISHING CHARTERS
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PELEE ISLAND FERRY
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Join us for the ultimate in relaxation…
discover our RV facility and
challenging 18-hole golf course.
Take the Jiimaan ferry to Canada’s most
southern destination, Pelee Island. Walk
through woodlands. Hike across sand
dunes and alvars. Bike along vineyards and
waterfront trails. Camp out. Relax in a B&B.
Take advantage of the peace and quiet.
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1.800.661.2220
For details please call
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519.726.6176
11112 Concession Rd. 11
McGregor ON, N0R 1J0
e-mail: [email protected]
www.wildwoodgolfandrvresort.com
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the Ministry of Transportation
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GOLF COURSES
AMBASSADOR GOLF CLUB
1025 Sprucewood Avenue
Windsor, ON
519-966-2425
www.ambassadorgolfclub.com
Ambassador Golf Club is the
region’s Premiere Public Golf and
Banquet Facility. The Thomas
McBroom designed course has
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THE GREAT OUTDOORS
FOX GLEN GOLF CLUB
7525 Howard Ave
McGregor, ON
519-726-6781
www.foxglengolfclub.com
Located ten minutes south of
the 401 and only twenty minutes
from the Ambassador Bridge.
A member-owned cooperative,
Fox Glen welcomes public play,
group outings, charity and corporate
tournaments. It is an exceptional
18 hole, par 70 layout designed
to provide every golfer with a
challenging and fun experience.
KINGSVILLE GOLF
AND COUNTRY CLUB
640 County Road 20
Kingsville, ON
519-733-6561
www.kingsvillegolf.com
Kingsville Golf & Country Club is a
championship quality course, offering
27 holes inundated with trees, traps,
hills, water and wildlife. The course is
made up of three unique nines; Red,
White and Gold. We also provide an
extensive practice facility, welcoming
staff and a decadent dining experience.
OXLEY BEACH GOLF COURSE
597 County Rd 50 East, R.R. # 1
Harrow, ON
519-738-2672
www.oxleybeachgolf.com
Oxley Beach, CANADA’S
SOUTHERNMOST GOLF COURSE, is
a scenic Par 3 located along the
Lake Erie wine route, 30 mins. south
of Windsor. Course designer Byron
Hatfield set up an excellent track
to practice and play the short game.
Opened since 1963, it’s great fun
for family and group outings.
ROSELAND GOLF AND
CURLING CLUB LTD.
455 Kennedy Drive West
Windsor, ON
519-969-5112
www.citywindsor.ca/roseland
Roseland Golf and Curling Club is a full
service facility. Roseland Golf Course
is a Designated Ontario Heritage Site
and has been fully restored for 2012.
In 1926 famous golf course architect
Donald Ross, who apprenticed under
Old Tom Morris at St. Andrews, was
commissioned to design the course.
D I R E C T O R Y
MARINE PARTS &
ACCESSORIES
ISLAND VIEW MARINE
STORE & MARINA
2448 Front Road
Windsor (LaSalle), ON
519-734-7058
www.islandviewmarina.com
Located on the Detroit River (in
LaSalle), Island View is a fully stocked
Marine Store with more then 11,000
Marine Parts and Accessories IN
STOCK. The Marina has 100 docks for
boats 16-34 ft. We have a full time
certified Marine Mechanic with more
then 30 years experience.
OUTDOOR GUIDE
SERVICES
EXPLORE PELEE
1045 West Shore Rd.
Pelee Island, ON
519-325-8687
www.explorepelee.com
Explore Pelee is Pelee Island's
eco-tourism company. Let local tour
guides give you historical and natural
interpretations of Canada's most
southern community. Guided
Motor Tours, Biking Tours, Biking
& Wine Tours, Environmental
Educational Field Trips, Step-on
Tour Guide Services and Cottage
Rentals. Eco-adventure weekends:
combine Biking with Astronomy
and Scuba Diving.
FARM DOG CYCLES
793 County Rd 50 East
Harrow, ON
519-551-1613
www.farmdogcycles.com
Bicycle rentals and tours. Experience
beautiful Essex County in velo-style.
Find your own pace with a rented ride
on our sunny, bike-friendly terrain,
or join us for a weekend tour of our
fabulous award-winning wineries,
friendly farms, beaches, parks and
attractions. Come live the farm dog
life with us!
The Canadian Tour makes a stop at the
Windsor Roseland Charity Classic
August 13-19, 2012
www.wrcccantour.ca
OUTDOOR RENTALS
COMFORTECH BIKE RENTALS
AND RETAIL STORE
1065 West Shore Road
Pelee Island, ON
519-724-2828
www.peleebikerentals.com
Bike Rentals. Adult bikes, child bikes,
child carts, e-bikes, tandems. Retail
store, parts, accessories, clothing, cold
drinks, postcards, stamps. Visit us on
Pelee Island, across from the ferry
dock, behind the West View
Restaurant or visit our web site.
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PELEE WINGS NATURE STORE
& KAYAK SHOP
636 Point Pelee Drive
Leamington, ON
519-326-5193 or 1-877-326-5193
www.peleewings.ca
Everything you need to enjoy nature
and the great outdoors, all at discount
prices! Offering 200 models of
binoculars and spotting scopes with
expert advice; large selection kayaks,
canoes and paddling gear; astronomy
scopes, wildlife art, craft and jewelry,
garden decor, Pelee souvenirs,
clothing, nature books, educational
toys and more. See our ad on page 45
PARKS
ODETTE SCULPTURE PARK
Riverside Drive
Windsor, ON
519-253-1812
www.citywindsor.ca/residents/
Culture/Odette-Sculpture-Park
Visit Windsor’s unique museum
without walls. Explore over 31 largescale, internationally recognized
works of contemporary
sculpture by worldrenowned artists. This local
gem is made possible by
the generosity of Mr. and
Mrs. Louis Odette and P &
L Odette Foundation and
maintained by the City of
Windsor, Parks & Recreation.
It’s Wednesday… You’re staring out the window of your
workplace or home and feel a flutter in your stomach.
You’re hungry… for the weekend… for a break… for a night
to let the dancer in you dance, the diva in you strut, the
winner in you challenge your luck, the lover in you stare
into the eyes of your partner as you sip wine and listen
to live jazz music. We’ve all got our Wednesday wishes
for fantastic weekends – what’s yours?
RANCHES
LAZEE G RANCH
9039 Baseline Rd
Maidstone, ON
519-735-4541
www.lazeegranch.ca
Home of the Award-Winning Silver
Stars Riding Team. Lazee G Ranch
Farm & Equestrian Center sits on a
picturesque 26 acres, housing over
25 horses owned by the Gagnon
family of Windsor. Special events
held throughout the year. Annual
Equestrian Shodeo, greatest show
on dirt, 3rd weekend in July.
Cosmos at Caesars Windsor
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indsor Essex Pelee Island is a spectacle of play. It’s the region where
wishes become plans and plans become realities. Of course, what
follows are nights of endless fun and fantasies lived to write about.
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Your most difficult challenge will be choosing what uniquely amazing experience
you want to have. And, the best part? If you stay overnight, you can revisit,
re-energize and re-invent your story!
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caesars windsor
Treat yourself like the god or goddess
that you are at Caesars Windsor,
Canada’s largest internationally
branded casino and entertainment
destination. The Caesars family has
members all over the world, and
Caesars Windsor is one family
member with a personality that
promises luxurious accommodations
and non-stop, exciting entertainment.
From valet parking to world-class
entertainment, the Caesars Windsor
team knows what you deserve.
Show us your poker face. At Caesars
Windsor, the casino offers a full range
of poker games. In fact, Caesars
Windsor is the only casino in this area
that offers a multi-link progressive
jackpot. Step into our popular Poker
Game room. Slide into a seat at one
of the tables and place your bets in
a game of Ultimate Texas Hold ‘Em,
Texas Hold ‘Em Bonus, Mississippi
Stud, Caribbean Stud, Let It Ride or
4-Card Poker.
If slots are more your style, Caesars
Windsor’s slots will surpass your
expectations. Pull or press your way
to a jackpot. Grab that lucky penny
out of your shoe and drop it in one
of more than 2,000 slot machines.
It’s a slot-lover’s paradise at
Caesars Windsor.
Step up to a table in the centre of
the casino. There are 80 table games
to choose from. Touch the softness
of the tabletop. Get cozy. You may
be here for a while.
Sports betting is also available at our
Legends Sports Bar. Just imagine –
more than 6,000 square feet of sport
viewing heaven, quick, courteous staff
and dynamite food and drinks. Game
Picks for all major sports (professional
and college) are available. Unleash the
gaming enthusiast in you.
Take a break from the gaming
floor and enjoy our myriad of dining
and entertainment options! Start
at Artist Café and enjoy a quiet
moment over a fresh morning
coffee or tea. Check your email,
update your Facebook status…
Once you enter The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor,
prepare to be astounded by an impressive 5,000-seat
venue with lavish seating no further than 225 feet from
the stage. Spectacular world-class entertainment awaits.
Visit us at CaesarsWindsor.com
ROUTINELY SPECTACULAR
it’s all possible at this centrally
located, high-ceilinged lounge.
Taza Mediterranean Grill, located
in the hotel lobby (in the former
Augustus Cafe), offers a wide variety
of authentic, Lebanese-style dishes to
please your palette. From flame grilled
lamb chops and beef and chicken
skewers to tasty humous and tabbouli,
Taza is a perfect, conveniently located,
family-friendly restaurant. Taza
means 'fresh,' and that's the Taza
mandate, so come on in and enjoy!
If your story begs for something a
little more intimate, then go no further
than Neros Steakhouse. Voted ”Best
Steakhouse 2012” by Real Detroit
Magazine, ”Best Seafood Restaurant in
the Detroit Area” by prestigious Casino
Player Magazine Best of Gaming 2011,
and awarded Wine Spectator’s Award
of Excellence 2010 and 2011. Its décor
is up-scale modern, its food styling
traditionally delicious. Neros offers
you a delectable piece of steak and
irrefutable peace of mind.
The Market Buffet was voted the
”2011 Best Buffet” in Casino Player
Magazine Best of Gaming 2011.
Winning awards is our game.
Caesars Windsor is definitely the
place to go for extraordinary nighttime
entertainment. Vu Bar, is located on
the second floor. It’s a top hot spot
with rippled glass walls, funky décor
and a view that will take your breath
away even more than the 20 signature
exotic cocktails on the drink menu.
Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase
a panoramic view of Windsor’s
impressive riverfront and skyscraperstudded Detroit.
With two hotel towers filled with
758 gorgeous guest rooms, a 10,000
square foot natural atrium fitness
centre, culinary masterpieces in every
dining room and bars and lounges all
nestled in the strong arms of gods and
goddesses, you’ll want to visit, play,
stay and return – again and again.
CAESARS WINDSOR
377 Riverside Drive East
Windsor, ON
1- 800-991-8888
Table Games – Players can challenge
their skills at their favourite games
of chance with more than 80 table
games at Caesars Windsor where the
adrenaline always runs on high. The
central table games area is located
on the main level under a stunning
canopy inspired by ancient Roman
temples. Placed in a circular layout,
it features a selection of the most
popular games including Blackjack,
Roulette, Mini Baccarat, Craps,
Caribbean Stud Poker®, Let It Ride®,
Three Card Poker®, Four Card Poker®,
and Pai Gow Poker. See our ad on page 51
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in our Augustus Tower and convention complex. Must be 19 years of age or older to enter the casino and all other
outlets. . Those who have been trespassed from Caesars Windsor and/or self-excluded from any OLG or Caesars
property are not eligible to participate in a promotion and/or redeem offers. The Caesars brand and related
trademarks are owned by Caesars License Company, LLC and its affiliated companies. Used with permission.
windsor
raceway
Windsor Raceway has been a leader
in the harness racing industry for
over 45 years. From its first season in
October 1965, to its current 364-day-ayear schedule, Windsor Raceway is
clearly a winner when it comes to harness
racing. The Provincial Cup is held annually at
this world-class track known for its simulcasting
technology. Betting action is available continuously
from up to ten different tracks every day.
The Clubhouse Dining Room offers weekend buffets
and weekly specials for a variety of delectable meals.
Cardigan Bay, Falcon Seelster, On the Road Again
and Western Hanover are just some of the legendary
champions who have paced and galloped their way
to victory on the Windsor Raceway Track. Purses
of up to $200,000 have been wagered at this
impressive raceway. Come and witness the
magic of trotting and pacing Standardbreds
as they burst through the gates at
Windsor Raceway.
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Experience the rush of shouting ”Bingo!” Gather your friends, line up your good luck charms and shake up your dabbers as
you enjoy the thrilling game of charity bingo. Two of Windsor’s bingo centres are part of Ontario Lottery and Gaming’s Bingo
Revitalization Program, supporting the charity bingo industry in Ontario. You can also find several top-notch bingo facilities
in the county. Are you ready to add ”Bingo Winner” to your story line?
clubs/bars/lounges
Windsor Essex Pelee Island’s stages
have been graced with comedic and
sold out musical talent that is mindblowing. Performers as diverse as
Kelly Clarkson, Reba McEntire and
Jay Leno have raised the roof to
crowds of 5,000 at Caesars Windsor’s
Colosseum. Ron Sexsmith or Sloan is
jamming at The Loop, Paco Osuna is
making fists pump at the Boom Boom
Room, Michou is crooning funky lyrics
at Phog Lounge or Elton John is belting
hits at the WFCU Centre – the
entertainment is endless and
the shows are sold out. The seats
are filled; the dance floors are
packed…why aren’t you here yet?
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Culture and heritage is the essence and foundation
on which our stories are built, told and retold. We are
incomplete without the stories that came before us.
Stories of brave and spirited heroes who forged freedom
trails, stood at the front lines in gun battles, invented
machines and followed unbelievable dreams still
reverberate in our lives today.
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NIGHT CLUBS
Aaron Pritchett performs live at The Bull N’ Barrel
You’ve survived another workweek,
another school week, another five days
of laundry, cleaning and cooking. The
weekend beckons you to let loose.
Your toes tap when you hear your
favourite song on the radio. The texts
and messages start rolling in: ”Where
are we going tonight?” The answer
is simple.
You’re going to the best party spot
in Southern Ontario. You’re going
to downtown Windsor where an
extraordinary collection of clubs, bars,
pubs and lounges promise hours of
life-changing fun. And, it’s a promise
that delivers! More than 50 bars,
clubs, pubs and lounges are packed
into Windsor’s downtown core. With
so many diversely satisfying places
available for you to choose from,
it’s impossible to not have an
incredible time.
If you want to feel the thump of club
music in your chest as you close your
eyes and dance, then go no further
than White Star Lounge or the Boom
Boom Room, which was voted ”Windsor’s
Only World Class Night Club” by Real
Detroit Magazine for three years in a row.
Perhaps country is more your style.
Giddy up to The Bull N’ Barrel, a
country bar with live country music,
line-dancing, down-home country
cookin’, and of course, Fu Manchu,
their mechanical bull.
We’ve got beer markets, sports bars,
dance clubs, cafés, and karaoke bars.
We offer lounges with live rock,
alternative or jazz music spilling out
onto the busy street. Salsa dancing is
a spicy treat you won’t want to miss.
Whatever you need to bring your
weekend expectations to the highest
level, we’re ready to deliver.
THE BULL N' BARREL
RESTAURANT AND BAR
Windsor, ON
519-973-4884
www.bullandbarrel.com
Located in the heart of downtown
Windsor, The Bull n' Barrel Urban
Saloon brings authentic country
rock to a new level. Relax on
Windsor's largest patio, chow down
on homestyle southern smokehouse
cooking or dance until your feet
hurt on our enormous dance floor.
Open 7 days a week!
WHITE STAR LOUNGE
63 Pitt Street East
Windsor, ON
519-567-1785
whitestarlounge.ca
Windsor's premier night club features
the area’s sexiest staff and patrons!
The club also boasts the area's biggest
bar and VIP seating areas where
you and your friends can enjoy
the ultimate in bottle service.
Open Fri/Sat 10pm-2am. White Star
Lounge - For reservations please go
to whitestarlounge.ca.
1812 Re-enactment at Fort Malden
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ur culture and heritage is the DNA of our communities, the vibrant energy and passionate will of who we are.
Our culture ”is the sum of what we have been and is an arrow that points us toward what we may become.”
Point yourself and your family in our direction. Windsor Essex Pelee Island has so very much to be proud of,
especially since 2012 marks the bicentennial of the War of 1812 – an event in our past we simply will never forget.
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Our place in world history is momentous. It is tragic and tumultuous, fascinating and fantastic. At so many incredible
stops along the way, our region has had deep roots in the automobile industry, the War of 1812, WWI and WWII and
the ROAD TO FREEDOM that was literally dug through our dirt.
The Canadian Club Heritage Brand
Centre tour will drown you in details
about Hiram Walker, his family, his
business and the astonishing fact
that for the thirteen years that
Prohibition held her fist over the
people, Canadian Club whiskey
saturated their mighty thirst.
art gallery that includes original works
from the Group of Seven.
The Canadian Club Brand Centre is
located on Riverside Drive beside the
massive distillery buildings that still
produce the finest liquors in the world.
The 19th century district courthouse
and jail (gaol – as it was known then),
Mackenzie Hall also stands proud
on Sandwich Street. Built in 1855-56
by Alexander Mackenzie, the second
Prime Minister of Canada, this
exquisite brick site was the county
court house until 1963. Self-guided or
group led tours are available as well as
historic space.
Visit Hiram’s Sampling Room, enjoy
a tasting session, a complimentary
Canadian Club souvenir, watch a film
about the whisky making process,
and take a tour of Hiram’s Canadian
In 1904, noted Detroit architect, Albert
Kahn, began designing a 16th century
Tudor-Jacobean style English Manor
House for Edward Chandler Walker,
the second son of Hiram Walker.
By 1906, Kahn built three buildings
on the 15-acre estate for the Walkers.
Named for his deceased brother,
Willis, this no-expense-spared
manor became Willistead. Willistead
Manor’s 36 rooms include marble
fireplaces, gorgeous wood paneling
exquisitely hand-carved, elegant
furniture, an impressive art collection
and an elevator.
Windsor Essex Pelee Island’s
unyielding dedication to preserving our
layered and amazing past, especially
during Prohibition, enables visitors to
see, smell, hear and taste our heritage.
TakeTheCanadianClubbrandCenTreTour!
Prohibition stories from our region are unbelievable but true. From people
buying jalopies to drive alcohol over a frozen Detroit River to the kidnapping
of Al Capone’s brother, these stories are incredibly fascinating.
An hour and a half tour of the Canadian Club Brand Centre takes visitors back
in history. Guests are brought into the Brand Centre’s Speak Easy room where
meetings were held with Al Capone and The Purple Gang. Be sure to ask about
the gunshot in the basement... Al Capone allegedly put a slug into the wall.
Canadian Club Prohibition Tour
prohibition
At a time when the drinking of alcohol
was banned in the United States,
the Detroit River’s flow to Windsor,
Ontario became quite a powerful
current. The early twentieth century
saw rum-running come alive between
two countries as the state of Michigan
jumped on the Prohibition bandwagon, and all those looking to get
some alcohol jumped on a boat or
ran through a tunnel to get to
Windsor where alcohol could be
manufactured and exported. Windsor
was in the thick of Prohibition as well,
but even though they couldn’t drink
alcohol, they could still manufacture
and export it. People on both sides of
the border swallowed up this loophole
in Prohibition. Up to 75% of alcohol
that was consumed during Prohibition
was transported via the waterways
between Windsor and Detroit.
Roaring Twenties. Costumed actors
tell Prohibition stories that will boggle
your mind. Al Capone and the Purple
Gang’s connections to Windsor are
revealed. Dine at a famous speakeasy.
Learn about bootlegging and secret
hideouts. Let the Rum Runners Tour
move you around via musical bus from
the mansions to the speakeasies to
the churches.
The Rum Runners Tour in Windsor
gives you a first-hand experience
of what Prohibition was like in the
Mansions, churches and the alcohol
manufacturing mogul that was Hiram
Walker’s legacy, Canadian Club, stand
strong and proud in our region today.
Canadian Club
Brand Centre
black history
Perhaps the most heart wrenching
and soul lifting aspect of our past is
the true stories of the Southwestern
Ontario Underground Railroad.
Freedom was an untouchable reality
for millions of Black Africans who from
the 1440s to the 1880s were shipped
to the Americas to work in the sugar
plantation industry. For the less
than 15 million who survived the
devastating conditions on the ships,
and the extremely harsh living
conditions, disease, exhaustion and
slave-owner cruelty in the Americas,
an undeniable and critical quest for
freedom could not remain suppressed.
African slaves began a dramatic
protest against their southern
American owners in a movement
known as the Underground Railroad.
While there wasn’t an actual ‘railroad’
there was an international uprising
that, through a highly secretive
network, moved slaves as far North
as Canada where they could live as
free citizens. The movement began
in Columbia, Pennsylvania in 1804
by Quaker abolitionist Levi Coffin
who used railroad terminology in
an attempt to confuse slave catchers
as he assisted escaped slaves in their
freedom fight. ‘Conductors,’ or persons
leading the ‘passengers’ (escaped
slaves) from ‘station’ (safe house)
to station would eventually end at a
‘terminal’ – a place where they could
finally be free.
especially Colchester, Amherstburg
and Sandwich. As the Underground
Railroad was a beginning place in
these areas, many slaves began
their journey at the ‘North Star,’ as
Canada was known in Amherstburg
and Sandwich. Still others decided
to call these towns ‘home’ and
settled here to start a new life
and create a family.
The Southwestern
Ontario Underground
Railroad Tour ‘The Road
That Led To Freedom’
enables you to step into
the paths, the cabins,
the parks, the churches
and the ‘terminals’ that
freedom-seekers used in
their perilous escape from
slavery. Windsor Essex
and Chatham-Kent were
major entry points for slaves as they
fled from the Americas. Freedomseeking slaves poured into Essex
County from the southern United
States during the 1840s. Some settled
in the small towns and townships,
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windsor essex
chatham-kent
Permanent exhibits have been
developed from varied collections
of artifacts and stories.
Descendants of John Freeman and
his wife Jane King Freeman are tour
guides at The John Freeman Walls
Historic Site and Underground
Railroad Museum. Escaped slave
John Freeman Walls built this
captivating family owned and
operated historic site in 1846 in Puce,
Ontario. He and his wife, Jane King
Walls, raised nine children. In 1980,
this site became a designated historic
site after John’s great-great grandson
Dr. Bryan Walls culminated four years
of research in his book, ‘The Road
That Led To Somewhere.’ Highlights
of this site include a false bottom
buggy, a tour of the ‘walkway’ used by
slaves, and the Walls family cemetery,
where John and Jane Walls and their
descendants are buried.
The Nazrey African Methodist
Episcopal Church is an honoured part
of the museum complex as its sacred
space invites visitors to view its
architecture and feel its power as a
gathering place and keystone in Black
heritage. Today, the church continues
to serve the community for weddings,
private events and service. The Nazrey
is Canada’s first Black national historic
site, being deemed so in 1999.
For many slaves escaping from the
United States via Detroit into Canada
in the small town of Sandwich, the
Sandwich First Baptist Church was the
first stop on the Underground Railway.
Hundreds of slaves crossed the
Detroit River and found sanctuary in
this church that began as a small log
cabin, but was rebuilt in the 1850s as
the church that still stands today. In
exchange for a meal and a safe haven,
free and fugitive slaves supplied and
helped build the church. A hole on
either side of the floor in the church
allowed fugitive slaves to escape
underground via a small tunnel which
ran to the river’s edge.
Black history blooms to life at the
North America Black Historical
Museum in Amherstburg, Ontario.
The heritage sites on the Underground
Railroad tour continue throughout
Chatham-Kent. Extraordinary stories
abound in this area and ripple from
a tumultuous, terrifying past into a
proud, triumphant present. The early
1800s brought five Black families to
settle along McGregor’s Creek in a
small town called Chatham. It was
known then as ‘The Forks.’ By 1850,
the village flourished as a haven for
runaway slaves, and its population
became one-third Black.
Escaped slave Josiah Henson
purchased property in 1841 and
quickly became known as a leader
or “conductor’ in the Underground
Railroad in Southwestern Ontario.
Henson was a slave in Kentucky for
forty-one years. He escaped with his
family using the Underground Railroad
in 1830. Dresden became the location
where this dream would come to
fruition. In Dresden, he helped
establish the Dawn Settlement –
a safe refuge for former slaves,
comprised mostly of Black settlers.
Henson co-founded the British
American Institute, one of Canada’s
first vocational schools. Author Harriet
Beecher Stowe’s novel, Uncle Tom’s
Cabin, was written using Henson’s
memoirs as reference. This made
Henson’s name synonymous with
‘Uncle Tom.’
This historic site in Dresden,
Uncle Tom’s Cabin, consists of
an Underground Railroad gallery,
two cemeteries and three historic
buildings. Tours for individuals
and families as well as schools
are available.
Our region’s dedication to preserving,
exploring and sharing our history is
one that will take you on a journey you
will never forget.
Uncle Tom’s Cabin
The Chatham-Kent Black Historical
Society’s goal is to ‘infuse our
community with the spirit of our
ancestors.’ The Chatham Kent Black
Historical Society was founded in
1992 and incorporated in 1995. It
offers tours such as The African
Canadian Heritage Tour, which
includes a visit to five sites in Essex
and Kent counties that exemplify the
stories of African Americans who fled
to Canada via the Underground
Railway and the ‘rich histories of
the communities they founded.’
Former slave owner turned abolitionist,
Rev. William King, purchased 9,000
acres (36km2) of land in 1849 on
the Elgin Settlement (crown land),
and made it a terminus on the
Underground Railroad as well as
a Black settlement. Known for its
excellent education system, ‘Buxton’
became a community of 2,000.
The Buxton National Historic Site of
Canada includes a museum complex
with three exhibit rooms, a library and
research centre, a schoolhouse from
1861, a log cabin from 1852, a large
picnic and playground area and
plenty of parking. Buxton was the
end of the line, the long and arduous
Underground Railroad for many slaves.
Make a stop at John R. Park
Homestead and Conservation Area.
John and Amelia Park built a classical
revival home in 1842. This lovely home
as well as the farm buildings have
been restored to bring the history of
the 19th century farm experience into
the arms of the present. John R. Park
Homestead and Conservation Area
offers a plethora of family-friendly
activities and hands-on learning
experiences about pioneer life.
Festivals such as the Parade of Horse
Breeds, and the Blueberry Social and
Harvest take place at this heritage-rich
site. The Homestead is located on the
shore of Lake Erie between Kingsville
and Colchester.
Transport yourself to Windsor Essex
Pelee Island where several of our
heritage sites are dedicated to this very
theme. Visit the Essex Railway Station
restored to its 1907 glory. The station
has a gift shop and a gorgeous
walkway. Annual events include a
include ”Early Military to the Present,”
a secured weapons room, military
vehicles, a restored 1840s range light,
wall murals and a research library.
We are one of only two locations
in Canada to have a woodcarving
museum. The Windsor Wood Carving
Museum offers visitors a collection of
unique and beautiful carvings from
around the globe.
A Georgian-style house built just off
the edge of the Detroit River in 1812
by a prominent citizen at the time, the
Francois Baby House played a special
role in our history. Known today as
Windsor’s Community Museum, this
house was once invaded by the
American Army, and subsequently,
the British, during the War of 1812.
It has over 15,000 artifacts, including
archeological material that dates as
far back as 3,000 B.C.
The military and civic history of
the Kingsville-Essex County area
culminates at the Kingsville Historical
Park & Charlie Campbell Memorial
Military Museum. Current displays
The Henry Ford is a true spectacle that everyone
will enjoy. Located in Dearborn, Michigan, make
it a point to include ‘America’s Greatest History
Attraction,’ The Henry Ford, into your story plot.
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Your adventures on Pelee Island
should include a visit to the Pelee
Island Heritage Centre. It aspires
to research, collect and preserve,
to protect, educate and participate
in Pelee Island’s human and natural
heritage through exhibits, publications
and special presentations.
The Walkerville Brewery, located in the
heart of the historical distillery district
in Walkerville, brews handcrafted lagers
and ales. Enjoy a tour, sample some
beer and purchase some as well when
you visit this must-see heritage site.
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Underground Railroad and its
extraordinarily miraculous secret
system that had sympathetic
abolitionists working together in
ultimate cooperation with fugitive
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Windsor’s Community Museum
model train show, Fun Fest displays,
and garden and craft shows. The
Essex County Steam and Gas Engine
Museum boasts a restored collection
of antique small engines, tractors and
turn of the century steam engines.
An annual Steam and Gas Engine show
displays this collection, as well as the
Walkerville Lumbermill Steam Engine
and the first Canadian steam engine
that was built in Windsor circa 1903.
Eat at a fifties-themed diner as you
watch antique, rare and classic vehicles
get ready to cruise at the Canadian
Transportation Museum and Heritage
Village. This pioneer village sits on a
100-acre site that celebrates and
showcases vehicles and other
historical artifacts from Windsor
and Essex County.
15 minutes from Detroit Metro Airport
thehenryford.org/visit
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CULTURE & HERITAGE
fort malden
historic site
of canada
The War of 1812 Bicentennial will be
commemorated by events at various
locations in our illustrious region,
including live re-enactments,
educational and entertainment
components, tours and so much more.
These fascinating commemorative
events will continue for a three-year
period. Although the War of 1812 itself
established a sense of pride that
continues to be a part of our culture
and heritage today. Battles were
fought on land and on water, and
victories were gained and lost over
the course of the war until both the
American and the British governments
anxiously signed the Treaty of Ghent
on Christmas Eve in 1814. The First
Nations people played a major role
in the War of 1812, although their
outcomes were not so positive.
Shawnee Chief Tecumseh and the
First Nation’s Confederacy, allied with
the British forces, and were promised
the establishment of a neutral Indian
of the wilderness that was North
America. For 200 years, Fort Malden
National Historic Site of Canada has
preserved and cultivated, educated
and re-enacted its distinct history.
The site covers over 4.5 hectares
(or 11 acres) on the riverfront
and includes what remains of the
battlefield and restored and furnished
1819 brick barracks. The Fort Malden
National Historic Site of Canada
functioned as an army garrison,
a British Indian Department post,
a dockyard for the Upper Great Lakes,
and was the meeting place between
First Nation’s Shawnee Chief
Tecumseh and British General Brock.
Fort Malden will once again become
the site of battle – albeit re-enacted –
at commemorations for the War of
1812 Bicentennial. Witness tactical
demonstrations and walk through
military encampments. In August 2012,
the Fort Malden National Historic
Site of Canada will work in conjunction
with Amherstburg as it delivers
its Bicentennial Signature Event
”Roots to Boots.” Amherstburg will
be transformed into an 1812 mecca
at this three-day commemorative
extravaganza beginning Friday,
August 3rd and lasting through
Sunday, August 5, 2012.
war of 1812
bicentennial
events
Take a guided bus tour with Mackenzie Hall
experts through various War of 1812 sites
with a special focus on Olde Sandwich Town.
Living history re-enactments happen at the
Maidstone Museum Encampment. Learn
about the War of 1812 from the waters,
where many stories made a splash in our
history, by enjoying the Macassa Bay
Cruise through the Detroit River and the
mouth of Lake Erie.
Windsor’s signature event, ”The Capture of
Detroit,” features a march from Sandwich
Towne to downtown Windsor followed by
an exciting riverfront Windsor Symphony
Orchestra performance that will debut new
music commemorating the War of 1812.
The War of 1812 Bicentennial
commemoration events will be peppered
into our festivals and celebrations for
the next three years. We’ve got much
to celebrate here in our region as well
as with our friends across the Detroit
River. Already drenched in a wealth of
culture in our distinct communities, with
our breathtaking natural surroundings,
and in every bite of our savoury foods,
won’t you join us as our region’s heritage
strengthens in commemorating a war
that taught us bravery, friendship,
autonomy and pride.
Fort Malden Heritage Tour
Paddle in a canoe or step aboard a
tall ship, from the land to the water,
Amherstburg’s ‘Roots to Boots’
Bicentennial Signature Event will
blow you away.
Fort Malden National Historic site
lasted for two years, its truly significant
impact on our region and nation will
not be understated as communities
re-enact, re-tell and revive the many
battles and remember the many
courageous soldiers who partook
in the only war to ever be fought on
Canadian soil.
The War of 1812 garnered the French
and the English of Upper Canada in
defensive unity as they succeeded in
staving off American forces from
invading the British province. It
zone when the war ended. This
promise was broken when the
Treaty of Ghent was signed as no
arrangements were made to return
the land to the First Nation’s people.
Trenches were dug and barracks built
at Fort Malden National Historic Site
of Canada in Amherstburg during the
War of 1812 as it was used as a British
defensive post. It became a defensive
post yet again for the Rebellion in
1837. Fortifications at this important
site witnessed and participated in the
struggles to forge a new nation out
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CULTURE & HERITAGE
BLACK HISTORY
Follow the footsteps of history as we commemorate the
War of 1812 Bicentennial
at events and programs throughout
Southern Ontario
Begin your journey at
Commemorate1812.com
NORTH AMERICAN
BLACK HISTORICAL MUSEUM
277 King Street
Amherstburg, ON
519-736-5433 or 1-800-713-6336
www.blackhistoricalmuseum.org
Presenting exhibits of artifacts that
tell the story of African Canadians,
their journey and contributions. Site
includes Nazrey AME Church, a
National Historic Site, built during the
days of the Underground Railroad,
and a log cabin from the same period
that looks like the occupants just
stepped out for a moment.
SANDWICH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
3652 Peter Street
Windsor, ON
519-252-9056
THE JOHN FREEMAN WALLS
HISTORIC SITE & UNDERGROUND
RAILROAD MUSEUM
859 Puce Road
Lakeshore, ON
519-727-6555
www.undergroundrailroadmuseum.com
The John Freeman Walls Historic site
is family owned and operated. Meet
descendants of the Underground
Railroad as tour guides take you on an
interactive trip back in time. The focal
point of the visit is a log cabin built in
1846 by escaped slave John Freeman
Walls and his wife Jane King Walls,
who rest in the family cemetery on
the property.
HERITAGE CENTRES
CANADIAN CLUB BRAND CENTRE
2072 Riverside Drive East
Windsor, ON
519-973-9503
www.canadianclubwhisky.com
A 1-1/2 hour tour will look back in
history to Hiram Walker's success
and his famous whisky, CANADIAN
CLUB. Guests are escorted into the
basement C.C. Speak Easy, where
meetings were held with Al Capone
and The Purple Gang, and finish their
tour with a whisky sampling.
D I R E C T O R Y
FORT MALDEN NATIONAL
HISTORIC SITE
100 Laird Avenue South
Amherstburg, Ontario
519-736-5416
www.parkscanada.gc.ca/SWOntario
Fort Malden stood guard during the
War of 1812, a time when the threat
of American invasion was very real.
The Americans took over this fort for
almost two years after the British
abandoned it following their defeat at
the Battle of Lake Erie. Come
rediscover this historic treasure!
MACKENZIE HALL CULTURAL CENTRE
3277 Sandwich Street West
Windsor, ON
519-255-7600
www.mackenziehall.ca
Visit this stunning historic gem in the
heart of Sandwich Towne. Originally
a 19th century district courthouse and
a gaol (jail), today this City of Windsor
heritage building offers performing
arts space, live theatre, art galleries,
meeting facilities, recreation activities
for the family, a rentable ballroom
and much more!
THE PELEE ISLAND HERITAGE
CENTRE AND MUSEUM
West Dock
Pelee Island, ON
519-724-2291
www.peleeislandmuseum.ca
Islands are special microcosms.
Places of fascinating surprises.
Neighbourhoods of difference.
Forever entertaining. Introducing
‘100 Gateways to Pelee’ a unique
self-guided out-of-doors Audio tour
of excellence. Authentic, museum
researched. An unsurpassed
introduction. Located directly across
from Ferry Terminal. Visit or call
The Heritage Centre for further
information and to reserve.
WILLISTEAD MANOR
1899 Niagara Street
Windsor, ON
519-253-2365
www.friendsofwillistead.com
Experience the beauty of this grand
36-room mansion nestled in a
picturesque, 15-acre park. Built in
1917 by Edward Chandler Walker, son
Willistead Manor
of Hiram Walker, its Tudor-Jacobean
architecture recalls the ingenuity and
elegance of the 20th century. Today,
it's an ideal venue for weddings,
receptions, meetings and more!
WINDSOR WOOD CARVING MUSEUM
6155 Arner Townline
Kingsville, ON
519-776-7056
www.windsorwoodcarvingmuseum.ca
PROHIBITION
THE RUM RUNNERS TOUR
9750 Beachdale Rd.
Windsor, ON
519-990-5379
www.rumrunnerstour.com
Learn the secrets and visit the
hideouts of bootleggers and
gangsters who smuggled liquor
across the river. Experience Windsor
in the Roaring 20s. Journey into the
past as costumed characters tell the
story of Prohibition. An informative
bus tour filled with laughter, music,
lunch at an original speakeasy
and whisky.
WAR OF 1812
WINDSOR'S COMMUNITY MUSEUM
254 Pitt Street West
Windsor, ON
519-253-1812
www.windsormuseum.ca
Located in the historic Francois Baby
house, c. 1812, the museum features
exhibitions on the history of the
Windsor area. Children can enjoy a
Hands-On-History room with activities,
crafts and old-fashioned games.
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Fort Malden
Lieu historique national
National Histoiric Site du Fort-Malden
parkscanada.gc.ca
parcscanada.gc.ca
The War of 1812
A Time to Discover
La guerre de 1812
Une époque à découvrir
100 Laird Ave
Amherstburg Ontario
1-888-773-8888
edge-of-your-seat
sports tourism
ur region has hit it out of the
park in hosting sporting events
on the world stage. In 2009
and 2010, our riverfront and downtown
core was packed with 750,000 visitors
and fans as the skies erupted with the
Red Bull Air Races. In 2011, we hosted
the Canadian Interuniversity Sport
Women’s Basketball Championships
and the Canadian Tour Golf
Championships. We’ve hosted all-star
games, Olympic trials and summer
games as well as badminton, curling
and golf championships. Our sports
tourism stories are well versed.
What will your story say?
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of house storage and service areas,
and the ability to transform the
facility into a concert or special event
venue with ease. There are plenty
of rooms for athletes, coaches and
team/ production members as well
as six meeting rooms with space for
up to 150 people. Only eight miles
from two busy international border
crossings (The Ambassador Bridge
and the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel), and
two miles from Ontario’s Highway
401 and Michigan’s freeways, teams,
families and fans alike will have no
trouble getting here.
runway. Created by Field Turf, the turf
on our track is a leader in the industry –
just like our facility.
The St. Denis Community and Athletic
Centre consists of an indoor training
centre, an indoor track and courts,
and an indoor swimming pool. Rain
or shine, we’ve got you covered.
The University of Windsor’s Alumni
Field at Lancer Stadium has hosted
the Pan-Am Junior Track and Field
Championships, the Canadian Olympic
Trials for Track and Field, and in 2013,
we will proudly host the International
Children’s Games.
venues/facilities
Because our region reaches across a
unique collection of cities and towns
and smaller communities, we have
incredible facilities to accommodate
any size event. At the heart of every
city and town in our region, there
are sports tourism opportunities, and
our proximity to Michigan only adds to
your list of reasons to choose Windsor
Essex Pelee Island for your next big
sporting event. With the busiest
international border crossing in North
America at our doorstep, your world of
possibilities expands across one mile
of Detroit River to a state filled with
professional sporting facilities and
events. Not only is Detroit home to
the Tigers, Lions, Pistons and Red
Wings, but it has been the host city
for some colossal sporting events
such as the Grand Prix, MLB All-Star
Games, Wrestlemania and of course
Super Bowl XL.
Windsor Spitfires Back-To-Back
Memorial Cup Champions
2009 and 2010
What makes an athlete an unsung hero? What makes a
venue a place where dreams come true? What makes a
sporting event a life-changing experience? The answer is:
Windsor Essex. As a distinguished sports tourism
region, our players, our facilities and our events build the
foundation you deserve in making your sporting event an
extraordinary story. We can help you make
unsung heroes bring their dreams to life.
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The WFCU Centre is a recreation and
entertainment hotspot, with a 6,500spectator rink, three multi-use ice
rinks and a community/senior centre.
Outside, a naturalized park welcomes
visitors and sports fans alike to walk,
run, ride or cycle – and spread their
love of sports to the outdoors.
Other amenities include a full
service restaurant, five
food and beverage
concessions, back
University of Windsor’s Alumni Field
In the past, The WFCU Centre has
entertained sold-out crowds with
Cirque du Soleil, Stars on Ice, The
Wiggles, Disney Live!, Lord of the
Dance, Tim Allen, Hedley, So You Think
You Can Dance Canada, and Sir Elton
John – and that’s just naming a few.
There is always a lot to cheer about if
you’re on our turf. The University of
Windsor’s Alumni Field at Lancer
Stadium and the St. Denis Community
and Athletic Centre are quickly
becoming the go-to venue for world
track and field and sporting events.
Alumni Field at Lancer Stadium
has five fields, an 8-lane 400m AAF
approved Mondo track complete with
high and long jump pits and a
permanent javelin
Can you hear it now? The sound of
excited parents whispering, ecstatic
teammates clapping and thousands of
fans cheering
their hearts
out as an
athletic
hero is born.
The United Communities Credit
Union Complex in Amherstburg
was constructed with a healthy
community in mind. Intended to
combine an environmentally friendly
complex with a healthy-minded
community, the energy efficient
LEED Silver Certified complex has a
geothermal ground loop for heating
and cooling its 133,000 square feet
of indoor space.
United Communities
Credit Union Complex
Amherstburg
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Two of those teams qualified to
represent Canada at world
championship competitions.
This all-inclusive, equal access facility
boasts a twin pad arena, a mini-rink,
an indoor playing field with walking
track and a 2,900 square foot multi-use
community room. Step outside and
you’ll experience Canada’s first Miracle
League Baseball Diamond. Built for
persons with special needs, this
diamond is made of artificial grass
and is the first of its kind in Ontario.
A regulation-size soccer field and
CFL football field are also part of this
gorgeous facility and it too has the
luxury of artificial grass.
Essex Centre Sports Complex offers
a twin-pad arena with seating
capacity of 1,500 and is home to
the Essex 73's Junior C hockey team.
In the Town of LaSalle, the Vollmer
Culture and Recreational Complex
impressively offers two NHL ice pads
(with seating for 1,200), an indoor
aquatic leisure pool, an indoor track
for walking and running, a fitness
area, twenty-two soccer pitches and
incredibly landscaped nature trails.
Coming in 2013
SPORTS TOURISM
downtown
windsor
family aquatic
complex
Our region is writing its own chapter to
draw families and competitors alike to
the heart of downtown Windsor. The
Downtown Windsor Family Aquatic
Complex promises to be the splash of
possibilities the sports tourism world is
seeking in our region. In fact, this new
complex will make a splash on a worldclass level. A total of 144,000 square
feet of competitive pool/diving and
family fun area is already dripping with
excitement as construction begins.
A 10-lane, 71 metre pool with two
movable bulkheads, diving boards, a
dive tower and a therapy pool will be
write your
legacy
ready for any level of challenge,
including both 50 and 25 metre events
and diving competitions.
The Downtown Family Aquatic
Complex will also create some serious
waves of fun for families and fans, and
even competitors looking to make a
different sort of splash – 48,000 feet of
wet and wild fun! From a wave pool to
inner tube slides and rides, a lazy river,
tipping buckets and cones, the family
area promises a level of fun fit for the
water park hero in you.
Located in the heart of a thriving
downtown complete with multiculturally delicious dining, stunning
hotels and conference centres, bars
for dancing and entertainment, two
school campuses and parks, the
Downtown Windsor Family Aquatic
Complex will be the anchor in your
sports tourism story.
Family Aquatic Complex
(artist rendering)
The Leamington Kinsmen Recreation
Complex combines an aquatic/fitness
centre and athletic fields with an
Olympic-size ice pad arena with
theatre-style seating for 1,500 fans,
and an NHL-size ice surface with
bleacher seating for 200.
Competitors and audiences from the U.S. to Uruguay
came to Windsor to participate in the
Pan Am Junior Games.
WFCU Centre
signature
events &
tournaments
It makes perfect sense, given our
stellar history of hosting world-class
events, that Windsor Essex Pelee
Island was selected to host the
2013 International Children’s Games.
Past host cities include San Francisco,
Bangkok and Athens, to name a few.
Close to 2,000 athletes, delegates
and coaches will be welcomed to
Windsor and surrounding areas for
this monumental event. Athletes
aged 12 to 15 will compete in a variety
of sports, including soccer, tennis,
volleyball, basketball, gymnastics
and swimming. We have successfully
hosted events of this magnitude in
our region, and we’re ready to show
the world that we can do it again.
In 2008, Windsor Essex Pelee Island
hosted the Canadian Olympic and
Paralympic Athletic Trials. In 2009,
we welcomed the Provincial Special
Olympic Games Summer Games with
1,000 athletes. World-class golfers
and hockey players have teed off and
scored, respectively, on our home turf.
For two years, the Red Bull Air Race
World Champions filled our skies with
power and hearts with awe.
In 2010, the OHL Prospects Game
was held at the WFCU Centre
over two days, and showcased
top-rated skaters from the OHL,
QMJHL and WHL participating in
skills competitions and a regulation
game. Former Windsor Spitfire
Taylor Hall, a leading OHL scorer (and
current left winger for the Edmonton
Oilers) was there to represent.
How about a hockey tournament that
is so unique, it is referred to as a
FESTIVAL! Celebrating its fourth year,
Hocktoberfest Female Hockey Festival
brings athletes from as far away as
San Jose, Arizona and England for a
weekend tournament in mid October.
Windsor and tournament organizers
offer something no one else does for
this level of hockey.
The Canadian Intercollegiate
Baseball Association National
Championships were held at Mic
Mac Park in Windsor in 2010, as well
as the Bantam Boys Championships,
which were held in Windsor in 2006.
Let’s just say as hosts, we hit it out
of the park.
The University of Windsor has
hosted first-rate track and field
events, including the Pan-American
Junior Track & Field Championships,
demonstrating that from capacity
to capability, Windsor Essex Pelee
Island takes the gold in hosting.
From slots to Texas Hold ‘Em
poker, from MMA to Bellator 64,
Caesars Windsor hosts
tournaments that will
kick-start the player in you.
The WFCU Centre continues its legacy
as an ideal location for international
skating events as it will be hosting
the 2012 Skate Canada International,
one of six competitions in the annual
ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating
series. Canada’s own two-time world
champion Patrick Chan will be among
this year’s competitors. This event
will garner worldwide attention to
our exemplary facility as skaters from
around the globe triple Salchow their
way to a medal.
The Skate Canada International event
is a senior-level, invitational
competition where
skaters compete
in men’s singles,
ladies’ singles,
pair skating and
ice dancing.
Whether you’re a player, a coach,
a parent or a fan, Windsor Essex
Pelee Island welcomes with you with
the open arms of an outstanding
host. Not only do we have
tremendous facilities, but we have
world-class team members who will
help you create the best event your
imagination and dreams can create
at all stages of your game. From
hockey to baseball, soccer to track
and field and more, we can hear the
crowds roaring and smell the
hotdogs and popcorn. Let’s make
dreams come true; let’s make
heroes – and let’s start writing
your sports tourism
legacy today!
Forty-four teams of
approximately 1,000 skaters
from across Canada glided into
the WFCU Centre for the 2012
Skate Canada Synchronized
Skating Championships.
The downtown core was packed with 750,000
visitors as the skies erupted with the Red Bull Air Races.
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inspirational
SPORTS TOURISM
meetings
& conventions
Ray Grassi, Canadian Paralympic
Hockey Gold Medal Winner
Meghan Agosta – Gold Medal MVP,
Canadian Women’s Hockey Team
athletic legacy
Your stories of athletic prowess and
success will be told and shared for
generations. Windsor Essex lives and
breathes sports legacies. On the field,
the court, the ice or in the ring, athletes
from our region are no strangers to
success on the national and
international stage.
On the ice, the Windsor Spitfires (OHL)
are the 2009 and 2010 MasterCard
Memorial Cup Champions. They
continuously soar to new heights each
year to sold-out crowds. Windsor
native Ray Grassi has a gold medal
from 2006 Paralympic winter games
and has played in three sledge hockey
world championships (2004 and 2008).
Tessa Virtue, four-time Canadian
National Ice Dancing champion and the
2010 Olympic and World Champion
(with her partner Scott Moir), attends
the University of Windsor. Windsorite
Annie Perreault is a Canadian Short
Track Speed Skater who won medals
in both the 500m and 3000m relays at
the 1998 Winter Olympics, and a gold
medal at the 1992 Winter Olympics.
At the young age of 19, Ruthven native
Meghan Agosta became the youngest
member of Canada’s women’s hockey
team to win a gold medal at the
Olympics in Turin. Agosta began
playing hockey when she was six
years old, and played for the Chatham
Cyclones AAA and for the Junior AA
Windsor Wildcats. Her medal count
is beyond impressive. She was
named tournament MVP at the
2010 Vancouver Olympics where she
helped team Canada win the Gold.
In the boxing ring, the ding of the bell
has rung in several champions.
Jeannine “Heartless” Garside, the
undisputed professional featherweight
world champion has been training
at Windsor’s Border City Boxing Club
since 2001. Her trainer, Margaret
Sidoroff-Canty is a three-time world
champion. Mary Spencer, three-time
world champion, eight-time national
champion and five-time Pan-American
Champion calls Windsor home and
trains at the Windsor Amateur Boxing
Club. Spencer is the first Canadian to
win a Pan Am Gold medal.
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There is no doubt that the Windsor
Essex region is bursting with athletes
affecting the world with their
achievements. It’s not just our incredible
coaches or hometown spirit, our stateof-the art facilities or our proximity to
every major professional sporting event
in Michigan – it all stems from an
athletic legacy that we live and breathe.
Mary Spencer, 3-time
world champion boxer.
On the court, the University of Windsor
Lancer Women’s Basketball team
won the CIS National Championships
RECREATIONAL SERVICES
PARKS AND RECREATION
City of Windsor
2450 McDougall St.
Windsor, ON
855-253-2300
www.reconnectwindsor.ca
The City of Windsor Parks and
Recreation offers hundreds of
leisure programs for people of all
ages in its network of community
centres, pools and arenas, plus
quality facilities to rent for special
events, private parties and meetings.
Visit www.reconnectwindsor.ca for
information on programs and services.
the last two years (2010/2011).
On the track, the University of
Windsor Women’s Lancer Track and
Field team has been the CIS National
Champions for four consecutive years,
earning the record for the most team
championships, with 11 women’s
titles in last 32 years.
If your story calls for a chapter where work comes before play,
please, grab a pen and write in capital letters at the top of your page:
WINDSOR ESSEX IS A PREFERRED MEETING PLACE! It’s a solid
choice and a stress-relieving step in the best direction for you and
your team. Here’s why…
UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR ATHLETICS & REC. SERVICES
St. Denis Centre
2555 College Avenue
Windsor, ON
519-253-3000 ext. 2437
www.goLancers.ca
The St. Denis Centre is the home to the
University of Windsor Lancers varsity
teams and Campus Recreation. The St.
Denis Centre facilities are available for
rental to external groups for sports
events, and to businesses wishing to
host conventions or trade shows. Visit
our website for full details.
MARATHONS
WORLD ALZHEIMER'S DAY RUN FOR
HEROES MARATHON
SEPTEMBER 23, 2012
430 Lakewood Beach Drive
Amherstburg, ON
519-980-5440
www.runningflat.com
Super Flat, Fast, Historic and Scenic.
Boston Qualifier Marathon(42K), Half
Marathon(21K), 10K & 5K. Course
runs through historic Fort Malden
with a battle re-enactment with
70% of the course waterfront. In the
heart of Wine Country. We are the
official run for the Battle of 1812
Bicentennial Celebrations.
Augustus Ballroom at Caesars Windsor
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accommodations with meeting space
MEETINGS & CONVENTIONS
indsor Essex Pelee Island is
at the heart of two markets
that are extremely integral
to your work – the business and
industrial markets. Whether you and
your team are getting here via train,
plane, road, boat or bus, our location
provides access to 60% of both
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the United States and Canadian
population.
The Ambassador Bridge is the #1
International border crossing in North
America. This iconic suspension bridge
moves more than 10,000 vehicles in a
single day. The Detroit-Windsor
Tunnel moves approximately five
million vehicles per year with just
under 15,000 vehicles passing through
daily. This 2-lane underwater marvel is
one of the great engineering wonders
of the world, and stands alone as the
only underwater international border
crossing in the world. You and your
team can move seamlessly over
or under the water to get to our
communities that are awaiting your
welcomed meeting or convention.
Getting to Windsor is simple and
efficient. No matter how you get here,
getting here is always something you
can do with ease. There are major
transportation routes to our bustling
city from every which way – arrive
here via a major highway, fly into our
convenient Windsor International
Airport, zoom in on a boat or ride
along as VIA Rail pulls into the brand
new train station.
With myriad waterfront convention
hotels located in the downtown core
alone, including the illustrious Caesars
Windsor casino convention resort
complex, finding affordable, friendly,
unique and dynamic accommodations
will be a breeze – for either family,
friends or co-workers/delegates.
transportation
Making stops in 450 communities
across 12,500 kilometres of track from
Canada’s coast to coast and north to
Hudson Bay, VIA Rail moves as many
as 4 million people in a single year.
Let VIA Rail transport you to our
region. You won’t be disappointed.
And, our conveniently located train
station has you just moments from
downtown and your hotel.
Of course, you could always fly here.
The Windsor International Airport is
YQG – Your Quick Gateway – not only
to our fantastic city and surrounding
towns, but to other beautiful locations.
With various airlines flying in and out
of YQG every day, you’re guaranteed to
arrive and depart in style. Porter Air,
WestJet, Air Canada and Sunwing are
airlines that call Windsor’s YQG a
frequent flyer location. Flights soar
in and out of YQG daily to Toronto’s
Pearson Airport, Billy Bishop Toronto
City Airport, Calgary and the world.
We can bring you here for your
meeting, and we can take you there
for your relaxation. A mere fifteen
minutes from the Detroit/Windsor
border crossings, the Windsor
International Airport is conveniently
located, passenger-friendly in design
and just over 8 kilometres to
downtown Windsor.
NUMBER OF
GUEST ROOMS
NUMBER OF
MEETING ROOMS
TOTAL MEETING
SPACE (SQ. FT.)
LARGEST ROOM
(THEATRE STYLE)
LARGEST ROOM
(BANQUET STYLE)
Caesars Windsor
758
7
100,000
5,000
1,600
Days Inn Leamington
94
5
6,657
400
200
Days Inn Windsor
Holiday Inn Downtown
117
145
3
2
3,000
2,984
100
100
100
120
Holiday Inn & Suites Ambassador Bridge
214
14
17,300
300
250
Hilton Windsor
305
10
10,000
220
200
St. Clair College Centre for the Arts
0
9
22,963
1,200
1,150
University of Windsor Conference &
Accommodation Service
550
28
50,000
2,000
300
Windsor Riverside Inn
207
10
10,000
220
200
hosting
We are no strangers to hosting
provincial, national and international
meetings, conventions and events.
Our facilities, both indoor and out
are world-class in scope, size and
technology. Past events include
the Association of Municipalities
of Ontario (2,000 delegates), the
Canadian Association of Chiefs of
Police (300 delegates), the Ontario
Provincial Special Olympic Summer
Games (900 delegates), the Rotary
World Peace Summit (2,000
delegates).
caesars windsor
Let the towering, brilliant white
statues of the Greek gods and
goddesses inspire you as you walk
through the massive and decadent
spaces of the Caesars Windsor
Convention Centre. With more than
100,000 square-feet of meeting space
over two levels, meeting rooms that
accommodate 2,000 people, a 10,000
square-foot pool, fitness centre,
mouth-watering dining in one of six
world-class restaurants, a 5,000 seat
theatre, savvy lounges and, of course,
another 100,000 square-feet of heartpounding gaming, Caesars Windsor
Convention Centre is an obvious
choice for your business venture.
You can even sleep in the clouds
like the gods as Caesars Windsor
offers 758 four-diamond guest rooms
and suites in one of two luxury
hotel towers.
Canada’s largest casino resort
complex, Caesars Windsor spreads
her majestic arms in ‘Welcome’ to
you and your team. Whether you’re
booking a meeting or a presentation,
a seminar or gala, a dinner or a
concert, this white palace along
Riverside Drive in the heart of the
downtown core could very well be the
only place you have to call to indulge
your business and pleasure needs.
st. clair college
centre for
the arts
A rooftop Riverview Terrace, a floorto-ceiling glass façade in a spacious
ballroom, an overwhelmingly beautiful
Detroit skyline view 24-hours a day,
more than 1,700 hotel rooms only
steps away… convenience – proximity
– elegance. Have we got your
attention? St. Clair College Centre for
the Arts is a dynamic choice for your
business plans. Offering professional
event planning and expert guidance,
the team at St. Clair College Centre for
the Arts is ready to help make your
business venture the best it can be.
This riverfront location is ideal for
conventions and exhibitions, meetings
and seminars, weddings and other
special occasions. The Centre’s space
has more than 40,000 square-feet
over four levels, including a climatecontrolled walkway that connects you
to literally hundreds of hotel rooms in
the downtown core.
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MEETING FACILITIES
MEETINGS & CONVENTIONS
ST. CLAIR COLLEGE CENTRE
FOR THE ARTS
201 Riverside Dr. W.,
Windsor, ON
519-252-8311
www.stclaircentre.ca
The Centre for the Arts is a
Convention/Banquet Facility
that is located in Downtown
Windsor. The Centre includes a
luxury ballroom of 13,500 sq/ft
that overlooks the Detroit Skyline,
9 breakout rooms and the 1,200
seat Chrysler Theatre. We host
music concerts, weddings, social
events and conferences.
surrounding communities
What surrounds us defines us. It follows that the
communities in our region add a rich texture to our
cultural and business landscape. Amherstburg, Essex,
Kingsville, Leamington, LaSalle, Lakeshore, Tecumseh,
Pelee Island, Chatham-Kent, Windsor and Detroit
make up a diverse set of squares that define a unique
identity to the colourful quilt of centres, towns and
cities that surround us.
Perhaps a bed and breakfast on a Lake Erie shore
exemplifies your idea of the ideal meeting place. We’ve
got it. Maybe you’d rather be surrounded by tall trees
than tall buildings. We’ve got that too. Would you rather
hear butterfly wings flutter and chirping birds wake you
from a peaceful slumber than a phone ring or an alarm
clamor? We understand completely. The truth is – our
region is as special as you are. So come and let us create
the perfect business-scape for you and your team.
Each community presents a wealth of gems that
extend through the business sector. From museums
and homesteads rich with compelling heritage and
world-famous history to fresh open-air markets and
distinctive shopping, choosing Windsor Essex Pelee
Island as your place to do business means you’ll
accomplish much more than success in your meetings
or at your convention - you will enrich and enliven
your cultural self as well.
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At every stop, around ever corner, let your pen guide
your senses to our region’s stories – and write your
own history – for business or leisure or both.
CAESARS WINDSOR
519-258-7878 or 1-800-991-8888
Experience the largest casino
convention resort in Canada.
The ultimate place to gather! Our
meeting, exhibitions and banquet
spaces cover 100,000 square feet
on two levels, with functionality and
flexibility in mind. Our function rooms
accommodate up to 2,000 people
and are ideal for meetings both large
and small, including presentations,
seminars, breakout groups, dinners,
galas and trade shows. An all in
one destination offering captivating
lounges, dynamic entertainment
and top-notch dining options in six
restaurants. Our outstanding venue,
along with our world-class team,
will set the stage for an unparalleled
experience for both planners and
event attendees. Take a self guided
virtual tour: visitcaesarswindsor.com
or send your RFP today,
[email protected]
DID YOU KNOW?
Windsor was named one of the WORLD’S TOP 7 INTELLIGENT
COMMUNITIES in 2011, thanks to our advancements
in innovation and technology!
DESTINATION
MANAGEMENT
GATI
498 Blanchard Drive Tecumseh
519- 727-3661 or 1-800- 638-3945
www.greatadventuretours.com
Specializing in the organization
and logistics of meetings and
events, we find extraordinary
and tailor-made solutions for
every occasion. Our services
include conference and special
event planning, destination
management and pre- and postmeeting programs essential
for the creation of successful
congresses, corporate meetings,
exhibitions and special events.
Know Your Limit, Play Within It! 1-888-230-3505 Ontario Problem Gambling HelpLine. All ages welcome in our Augustus Tower and convention
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CONVENTION RESORTS
UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR
CONFERENCE AND ACCOMMODATION
401 Sunset Avenue
Windsor, ON
519-253-3000 ext. 7041
or 1-888-561-5552
www.conferences.uwindsor.ca
The University of Windsor offers hotel
accommodations and conference
services on campus during the
months of May to August annually.
In Alumni Hall our newest boutique
style residence offers tastefully
appointed two bedroom suites with
kitchenette, refrigerator, private three
piece bath, complimentary
continental breakfast and
complimentary wireless internet
access. See our ad on page 72
WINDSOR CLUB
100 Ouellette Avenue, Suite 1400
Windsor, ON
519-258-1465
www.windsorclub.com
Located on the top floor of the CIBC
building at 100 Ouellette Avenue in
the heart of downtown Windsor, our
panoramic view is second to none in
creating an atmosphere of elegance
and sophistication, perfect for any
occasion. We offer fine dining,
business meetings, hosting
weddings and themed parties.
TRANSPORTATION
VIA RAIL CANADA INC.
65 Front Street West, Suite 222
Toronto, ON
1-888-842-7245
www.viarail.ca
VIA Rail operates over 50 trains a
week between Windsor and Toronto.
The demand for VIA services is
growing as travellers increasingly turn
to train travel as a safe, hassle-free
and environmentally responsible
alternative to congested roads
and airports. See our ad on page 4
TOURS
C. A. BAILEY LTD. / SOUTHWAY
CHARTER SERVICE
10 Seacliff Drive East
Leamington, ON
519-326-2607 or 1-877-892-8737
www.southwaybuses.com
Specializing in 14 passenger Executive
Limo coaches, 24 passenger Micro
Deluxe coaches, a 33 passenger
Deluxe Coach with rear luggage/
storage and lavatory and School
Buses. For all your transportation
needs; day trips, multi-day trips,
shuttles, airport/CN service,
weddings, etc. For more details
visit our website and request a quote.
Your Next Man-cation
Cast your line in the muskie
capital of Canada
Let-it-ride at world-class
Caesars Windsor
Tour, taste and taste some more
at the Canadian Club Brand
Centre and Walkerville Brewery
CAMEMETCONQUERED
WEKNOWATHINGORTWOABOUT
GREATBUSINESSEVENTS
Elevate your next event from obligation to anticipation at
Caesars Windsor. With over 100,000 spectacular square
feet of conference space, we offer you a level of flexibility
that is unmatched by other venues. With our customizable
options and flawless execution, your event is sure to “wow”
all the right people. When it’s time to mingle, a four-diamond
resort with world-class amenities is just down the hall.
Best Overall Hotel & Gaming Resort – 11th Consecutive Year
Casino Player Magazine – Best of Gaming 2011
S E N D Y O U R R F P T O D AY !
Call 1-877-223-7702 or visit us at
CaesarsWindsor.com
ROUTINELY SPECTACULAR
73
ESSEX
Dr. AnneSnowdon
P R I N C I PA L I N V E S T I G A T O R
F O R T H E A U TO 2 1 - C I H R
PROJECT
KINGSVILLE
LAKESHORE
LASALLE
LEAMINGTON
PELEE ISLAND
TECUMSEH
WINDSOR
Windsor-Essex and AUTO21:
driving global leadership
in research and engineering
GET SCHOOLED IN THE D
Dr. Anne Snowdon, whose research focuses on child restraints and safety systems,
is a Project Leader for Canada’s AUTO21 Network of Centres of Excellence.
Her work is also funded by CIHR, Canada’s national institutes for health
research. In her role, she exemplifies the ways in which Windsor-Essex remains
a global powerhouse for advanced engineering. “It’s exciting that the region is
diversifying,”she says, “but the automotive sector remains a huge, vibrant part
of our economy.” And with the University of Windsor’s new $112 million Centre
for Engineering Innovation set to open in 2012, along with the region’s other
major research institutes, she adds, “We’re solidly positioned to continue leading
this global market sector.” “For companies interested in engineering excellence,”
she adds, “this is the place to be.”
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