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Canada’s second smallest national park is fighting to restore the health of its marsh, home to 19 species at risk and endangered native plants, through a long, meticulous process of marsh restoration.
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“The marsh is very important for the region,” said resource conservation technician Emma Burbidge, during a virtual lunch and learn session Wednesday titled Open Marsh, Healthy Marsh.
“There’s only about two per cent wetland cover left in Essex County, which means the park really represents one of the few remaining areas for all of the plants and animals that rely on wetlands to survive in the area.
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The month of June is
National Indigenous History Month a time for all Canadians to celebrate and appreciate the unique histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis people.
Recognizing the indigenous culture in our area is important because it is the basis of many traditions, customs, language and our connections to the land and life-sustaining resources. There are many interesting facts, attractions and points of interest here in Windsor Essex that relate to our Indigenous History. We encourage you to explore and learn while visiting the attractions listed here.
Indigenous History Sites in Windsor Essex
Point Pelee National Park is located on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee and Miami peoples. Archeological evidence indicates that First Nations had summertime settlements around Point Pelee’s marsh as early as 600 CE. The marsh’s aquatic life and wild rice provided them with food, as did the deer in t