Geoff (
July 8, 2009)
The folks that came here and built this country and town out of nothing deserve to have their stories told. Before they came, this part of the world could support very few people in this extremely harsh environment. Life was about subsistance. We have all come along way. People will continue to build on. The story of people is that one of movement, innovation, sharing technology and learning- and its a great story. |
Peter (
July 7, 2009)
It's sad this question was not posed to our two most recent mayors. One decides to close the only solid industry the town had by deciding to vote with his cronies in his union to shut down the mill. The present mayor decides to sell the cash cow (telephone department) that for centuries funded all other departments in the town administration. Then getting rid of the police department, was the last dying act of this mayor and those who voted with him. Talk about destroying history! It's the administration that is embarrasing to this community. |
DustyFoxx (
July 7, 2009)
Speaking as a transplant to this area of Canada, I have been very interested in learning about Kenora's history. I love the independence and community spirit of the people I have met here. My son vows he will never live in any other part of Canada, again. As for racism? I suggest that anyone who thinks it's bad here, try living on the West Coast for a few months. Then you'll see racism. Not that racism is EVER acceptable, I just think there are people here who have no idea what goes on in other parts of the world. I'm very tired of hearing about racism - sounds just like excuses. I would like to see a huge effort put into the homeless issue, though and wish council was addressing this alarming situation. In the ten years I've been here, I've noticed that Kenora has gone through some major changes – a lot of which were economy driven – however we are carrying on, just like we always have...and will. |
Joe (
July 4, 2009)
Industry was Kenora's history. Commercial fishing, mining, saw mill's and pulp and paper newsprint were the industries of the forefathers of our community. Now where are we? We have lost just about all the above. I guess tourism and retirement housing will help us though this dilema since all the trained and experienced people have left this area for the west since there are no good paying jobs left. |
Dave (
July 4, 2009)
Kenora and the surrounding area have a very long and profound history. We were founded by the fur trade, our waterways were used by traders, merchants, explorers and aboriginals.
The town itself has a long and colorful history. We were once a forestry giant, the area was dotted with gold mines, our service people served in every conflict from the Boer War to today in Afghanistan. We had sports people of world fame.
It is a history that we all should be proud of and should be taught to our kids as part of Canadian History. |
lk (
July 4, 2009)
Is Kenora's racism toward natives considered a part of Kenora's vital pride of community? More than likely my comment will be deleted thus proving my point in my question! |
lenny (
July 4, 2009)
Kenora in my opinion has a interesting history to say the least. My father loved & still loves Kenora as well as I, my sons & my grand sons.That in itself is a personal history. I'm sure many Kenorians share the same opinions as well. I HOPE kenora will be my final resting place. |
Bobb (
July 4, 2009)
Especially when First Nations history/traditions included. |
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