Mr. Speaker, last week in my riding of Parry Sound-Muskoka fire destroyed Windermere House, one of our treasured landmarks. Fortunately very few personal injuries were sustained.
Affectionately known as the Lady of Lake Rosseau, Windermere House dates back to 1869 and was one of the best examples of a traditional old Muskoka resort.
Though fire has now claimed it, Windermere House stood for over a century and was a proud reminder of a bygone era. This majestic resort housed guests from all over the world, and everyone was looking forward to another busy summer season.
There are may people, myself included, who feel devastated by the loss of this memorable landmark. The loss of this historic resort impacts every member of the village of Windermere. Despite this adversity, however, I am confident the community will rally and from the ashes a new future will be born.