The Friends of Crysler's Farm Battlefield is a registered charity that was formed in 2000. They are a group of volunteers dedicated to preserving the memory of the battle that saved Canada.
Their primary purpose is the preservation and expansion of the Battle Memorial Building at the base of the mound, which is topped with the granite spire commemorating the events of 11 November 1813. They also strive to raise awareness and preserve the memory of the battle through public events such as a biannual War of 1812 re-enactment and an annual Remembrance Day ceremony at the Monument, located west of Upper Canada Village near Morrisburg, Ontario.
In 2017, the Friends were honoured with the Ontario Historical Society’s Scadding Award of Excellence “for outstanding contributions to the field of history”.
You can help the organization preserve this vitally important story from Canada's past by becoming a member. Membership in the Friends is only $25.00 per year.
Make your cheque payable to The Friends of Crysler's Farm and mail it to:
The Friends of Crysler's Farm Battlefield Memorial
c/o Gabriele Thomas,
PO Box 243
Chesterville, ON
K0C 1H0
c/o Gabriele Thomas,
PO Box 243
Chesterville, ON
K0C 1H0
You can also e-transfer the funds to our treasurer, Gabriele Thomas, at glenthom@sympatico.ca. Make sure to include a message stating that you are paying for a membership for the Friends.
Objectives of the Friends of Crysler's Farm Battlefield
To cooperate with the St. Lawrence Parks Commission, UCV, within reasonable parameters of the capabilities of the Corporation as a volunteer group in regards to the St. Lawrence Parks Commission mission statement of: “To manage historic sites, campgrounds, parkways, recreation areas and/or other facilities which enhance the Commission's contribution to tourism development, recreation, learning and heritage conservation. The Commission believes that its greatest future strength must be built upon leadership and motivated people, with Commissioners, staff and communities working together. The Commission is dedicated to communicating effectively with visitors, staff, community leaders and associations, private tourism operators and the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Recreation.”
a) to provide for the preservation and presentation of the Battle of Crysler’s Farm Site, the Battlefield Memorial structure, Interpretive Centre, and historic objects related to the site’s significance;
b) to provide for the research and the interpretation of the history of the Battle of Crysler’s, the story of the Battle of Crysler’s Farm, and the early settlement and development of the surrounding region for the benefit of site visitors and the general public;
c) to increase awareness of the site and the story of the Battle of Crysler’s Farm
Constitution
A PDF of the FCFB Constitution can be downloaded here:
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Executive and Board of Directors
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Acting Presidents: Jim Mullin (Vice President) and Dave Connors (Past President)
Secretary: Kim McInnis Treasurer: Gabriele Thomas Webmaster: Ashley Harper |
Directors:
Philip Bury Ronald Doering Carol Goddard Ashley Harper Axel Ravera |
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