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the neighbourhood. And then there are the murals. Drouillard Place is a non-for-profit organization that works toward improving the quality of life in the area. The murals are a way of combating graffiti in the area, showing residents and visitors that the area is cared for by the people in the community. The murals are genuine works of art, and one of the first things you notice while strolling or driving by. New residents are putting roots down in the area and many are coming back after going away for sometimes decades at a time. On top of that there are families that have been in the area for generations; it seems that everyone knows everyone and they are all working towards the same goal. From the darkened shadows and rubble of an industry long gone, Ford City is making a comeback. While Ford Motor Company did have a presence in the area until the foundry closed in 2007, the smell of burnt gasoline and sounds of cars being assembled has faded into history, and the healing process has begun. It is a long, slow climb – but a steady one. When William McGregor stood on the corner of what is now Drouillard and Whelpton, we’ll never know if he had a vision of what it could be. Although it has been a century since his death he shared two things in common with residents of today, pride and commitment. With those two things, who knows how high a place like Ford City can climb? Want to know more? More info about Ford City is just a TALU Left: Murals dot the landscape of Ford City, they are being used as a deterrent to graffiti in the area. Above: Brian Schentag plays live music at the Ford City Market. The market tries to have live music every week to attract people to the area. Top: Ford City and its old-world charm 400 CABANA ROAD EAST UNIT 2 [email protected] FOUAD GEREIGE Ford City Residents Association Ford City Market Ford City BIA SALON click away: Creative precision hairstyling for special occasions and every day hair care 519-254-6652 519-250-3888 Walkerville 396 Devonshire, Olde