In the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation, The Ferguson Forest Centre Corporation has partnered with Indigenous residents of North Grenville to create an Indigenous commemorative site at the Ferguson Forest Centre Arboretum. The vision for the site has been designed by Finian Paibomesai, a local artist. The dedicated site is designed to recognize the culture, traditions and history of the area which is part of the Algonquin territory.  It is a welcoming and open space that will be used to celebrate Anishinaabe culture and as a site for cultural events. The site is designed in the form of a medicine…

FOR RELEASE APRIL 12, 2024 Growing a Sustainable Future: Ferguson Forest Centre Proposes Land Sale to Ensure Long Term Viability North Grenville, Ontario, April 12, 2024 The Ferguson Forest Centre Corporation (FFCC) will be presenting to the Municipality of North Grenville on April 16, 2024, a proposal requesting the sale of approximately 5.3 hectares (13.1 acres) of under-utilized land to fund a future sustainable capital investment plan. The land is located along the northern side of County Road 43 between St. Michael’s Catholic High School and Anniversary Way. Leased from the Municipality of North Grenville, the parcel of land is…

North Grenville, September 26, 2023 – The Ferguson Forest Centre Corporation proudly commemorates the 25th anniversary of the Municipality of North Grenville, in recognition of a partnership that has yielded notable achievements in forestry, conservation, and community recreation. This enduring collaboration has been instrumental in transforming the Ferguson Forest Centre into a thriving hub of environmental sustainability, outdoor recreation, and education. Carl Doucette, President of the Ferguson Forest Centre Corporation's Board of Directors, reflects on this anniversary, stating, "In recognition of North Grenville's 25th Anniversary, I would like to recognize the foresight of the Council of the day, on its…

The Ferguson Forest Centre Veterans Way Memorial Park and Veterans Way lane are special sites of remembrance and reflection that were created to honour all those who served, and continue to serve, in the Canadian, British and United States of America Armed Forces. Along Veterans Way, you will notice bronze memorial tree plaques honouring and remembering individuals who have served. These trees provide a beautiful, peaceful living memorial framing this quiet lane. Over the past few weeks, the FFC has begun a major project to remove and replace a large number of dead ash trees along Veterans Way. The ash…