Wallaceburg, Ontario
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Wallaceburg is an industrial town (pop. 11,114) located in southwestern Ontario, Canada. Originally a small settlement, it was recognized for its significant contribution to the lumber and boat building industries and strategic location along the banks of the scenic Sydenham River.
The town was founded in 1804 and named after Scotland's national hero, William Wallace. Wallaceburg is home of WAMBO, an annual antique car and boat show.
Chatham-Kent
In 1998, 23 independent communities were amalgamated with Kent County to create the Municipality of Chatham-Kent as part of the Government of Ontario's mandate to cut costs and streamline procedures. Wallaceburg was one of these communities.Transportation
Wallaceburg is linked to Chatham, Blenhiem, Sarnia, Ontario and the Blue Water Bridge to the United States by Highway 40.Media
- [The Wallaceburg Courier Press]: a local paper owned and operated by Bowes Publishers Limited.
- [The Wallaceburg News]: a local paper owned and operated by the Osprey Media Group.
First Nations
The Indian reserve of Bkejwanong (commonly referred to as Walpole Island) is adjacent to Wallaceburg.External links
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