Town of Amherstburg Awarded $100,000 for Belle Vue National Historic Site

The Town of Amherstburg will be receiving funding of up to $100,000.00 from Parks Canada towards the conservation of Belle Vue National Historic Site of Canada.

The funds, which come from Parks Canada’s National Cost-Sharing Program for Heritage Places, are slated for Belle Vue’s roof restoration. Robertson Roofing was awarded the tender bid and has begun the refurbishment. The house dates back to 1816 with the roof made of copper and cedar shingles. The roof project is estimated at $283,400 which includes architectural consultation and drawings. The remainder of funds have been raised by the Belle Vue Conservancy.

“Belle Vue is an important symbol of Canada’s identity and traditions, says CAO John Miceli, “conserving this treasured place benefits not only the immediate community, but all Canadians.”