In March 2017 St. Michael's Cemetery Project Committee embarked on an exciting project to erect an iron fence at the site of the former St. Michael's Parish Church and the adjacent pioneer and active cemeteries. St. Michael's Cemetery is a treasured place that needs to be protected, cared for and preserved. In the last few years the old fence has fallen down and this has resulted in some vandalism at the grotto and sacred grounds leaving the area vulnerable and unprotected. There is an enthusiastic community spirit to build a proper fence to protect the legacy of the original ancestors and those who have chosen the cemetery as their final resting place.

Fundraising efforts have been underway since early spring and we are happy to report that we have reached our $35,000.00 fundraising goal to build an iron fence. We are very pleased and grateful for the enthusiastic support received. For those who would like to still contribute to the St. Michael's Cemetery Project, the additional funds raised will be set aside in a Restoration and Preservation fund for St. Michael's Cemetery. A tax receipt will be issued.

St. Michael's Cemetery Project History Book Sub-Committee is continuing to collect memorabilia, stories, and photographs that are being compiled and will be published in a book to commemorate and celebrate their Irish Block history. We would be happy to receive information and pictures about family members that came from the Irish Block as well as any special stories to share. Deadline for submissions is December 15, 2017. We are now accepting reservations for the book until December 31, 2017 for $25.00 per book. Limited copies will be printed - reserve your copy so you don't miss out on this opportunity to receive this important keepsake of the history of the Irish Block.

source: media release
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