For Immediate Release
February 24, 2005

Laurie Scott invites local residents to celebrate Ontario Heritage Week

Laurie Scott, Haliburton-Victoria-Brock MPP, invites local residents to celebrate Ontario Heritage Week 2005. Ontario Heritage Week runs from February 21-27, 2005. This year's theme, Ontario's Heritage: Our Shared Legacy, embraces all aspects of the province's history and heritage.

Beginning with the First Nations, down to through the eras of French exploration, the Fur Trade, and early British settlement, down to the present day, every community has contributed its own traditions and beliefs, and established its own landmarks - special places that tell their unique stories. Woven together, these threads create the rich tapestry that is Ontario's cultural heritage.

"As I have travelled across the riding I have had a chance to see first hand many heritage buildings & have talked to the people who are working hard to keep our heritage alive," said Laurie Scott. "It is important that we preserve our heritage for future generations."

Ontario Heritage Week offers a great opportunity to recognize and promote local community efforts to preserve Ontario's heritage for future generations. Numerous municipalities and heritage-based organizations encourage both local and provincial awareness of heritage sites, resources and issues within their communities during Ontario Heritage Week.

For more information about Ontario Heritage Week or about related events being held in communities across the province, visit the Festivals and Events online listings at www.ontariotravel.net or visit www.culture.gov.on.ca

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For More Information Contact:
Laurie Scott, MPP
Haliburton-Victoria-Brock
(416) 325-2008
(705) 324-6654