Presented April 19th, 2023 (Zoom Presentation)

Located in the historic town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Fort George was the headquarters of the Centre Division of the British Army during the War of 1812 and played a key role in the defence of Upper Canada. Fort George is open Wednesday-Sunday, noon to 5:00 pm, offering visitors an opportunity to step back in time with tours, musket demonstrations, special exhibits, costumed staff, and reconstructed buildings. Throughout the summer, the 41st Regiment of Foot Fife and Drum Corps and Infantry provide daily demonstrations, bringing the early history of Niagara to life!

The Friends of Fort George is a non-profit organization that works in partnership with Parks Canada to preserve and promote the heritage of Niagara National Historic Sites. Through special events and the operation of two gift shops, the Friends of Fort George generate awareness and funds to support summer student employment at Fort George and Brock's Monument at Queenston Heights.
 

Amanda Gamble and Dan Laroche, The Friends of Fort George 

Dan Laroche is the supervisor at Fort George and has worked at the site for over 30 years.  He oversees the staff, and facilities, and is the liaison officer for the Friends of Fort George.

Amanda joined the Friends of Fort George as a recent grad from Western. She became the Executive Director in 2015. She oversees the gift shop and heritage programming at Brock’s Monument, and works with Parks Canada on many exciting initiatives!