Our History

From the car capital of Canada, to our roots steeped deep in whisky & prohibition there is a rich history in Windsor Essex.

Click on any of the icons below to learn more about our story – and sites, attractions & tours to help you learn a little bit more about the history of Windsor, Essex County & Pelee Island.

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Savor the rich tastes of our local @EPICWineries! Raise a glass and explore the 20 wineries along the Lake Erie North Shore that call EPIC Wine Country home - Including @coopershawkvineyard 🍷 #YQG #WindsorEssex #DiscoverON #DiscoverYQG #DiscoverCanada #OntSouthwest #winery #wine ...

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LAST CALL! Buy your tickets for Fiesta Weekend! Join us for food & drink parings fiesta style on the Barrels Bottles and Brews Trail! This self-guided tour will feature 10 different brewery or distillery stops. Use our two easy-to-use travel routes to hit all of them over the two days! Tickets are just $60 and will be sent directly to your phone when you purchase! Visit fiestaweekend.ca for a sneak peek at the stops you’ll make and parings to expect!

#YQG #WindsorEssex #DiscoverON #DiscoverYQG #Cincodemayo #barreltrail

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It`s the start of May! Plan a trip to Pelee Island and learn to slow down, with the help of our local wild life! 🌲 🐢 #YQG #WindsorEssex #DiscoverON #DiscoverYQG #DiscoverCanada #OntSouthwest

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