After hours of investigation local historians have strong evidence that Waverly Woods is likely the site of the Battle at Snake Hill, an important part of our Canadian history. This is further west than originally thought. We need everyone to send a letter or email to the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport as soon as you can. Here is a sample letter with details. Please feel free to edit this letter and add your own details. ------------------------ Honourable Daiene Vernile Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport 9th Floor Hearst Block 900 Bay Street Toronto, Ontario M7A 2E1 Tel 1-800-6882746 dvernile.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org Dear Honourable Vernile Who will win the Next Battle Over Snake Hill? On August 15th, 1814, the British and Canadians suffered terrible loses during an attack on the formidable American battery located on Snake Hill in Fort Erie. The Americans victors would have buried British war dead where they fell, in and around Waverley Woods. Comparing several detailed maps from the War of 1812 period to the outline of today's shoreline on Google Earth, and by consulting an expert on Lake Erie dune formations, it is now believed that Snake Hill extended to the foot of Bardol Avenue, much further west than previously believed. This makes it much more likely British and Canadian war dead will be unearthed during construction of Harbourtown. Please show us that Government of Ontario cares and respects our history. The Town of Fort Erie is currently reviewing a proposed draft plan of subdivision called Harbourtown Village. The proposed plan contains 285 residential units, including a ten storey condo to be built where this battle occurred. Artifacts that have been recovered in this area are not entered into the provincial registry. We urge you to help us ensure that human remains of Canadian war heros are not treated in a disrespectful manner. This site should be considered as a Heritage Site. Yours sincerely Copy Archaeology Programs Unit Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport Archaeology@ontario.ca