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1970's Growth in civics, recreation and culture.

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Little Amik
1971
Fort Frances

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Little Amik meaning Little Beaver was adopted to represent the town in 1971.

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Kraft Mill, 1971
1971
Fort Frances

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1972, saw the papermill expanding with a Kraft mill facility.

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Lookout Tower
1972
Pither's Point, Fort Frances

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The Lookout Tower was moved to Fort Frances from Pal Lake near Atikokan to serve as a tourist attraction in the early 1970's

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'Boasting of the Largest Log Building in Northwestern Ontario' , Sunny Cove 1973
1973
Sunny Cove, Fort Frances

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In 1973, Sunny Cover Camp boasted the largest log building in Northwestern Ontario. The camp has hosted youth and family gatherings since 1933.

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'New Swimming and Socializing Centre Opens'
1974
Fort Frances

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In 1974 a "new swimming and socializing centre" opened thanks to the efforts of the Kinsmen Club.

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'New Seat of Government Opens'
1976
Portage Avenue, Fort Frances

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In 1976 a new seat of government opened as the Civic Centre was completed. The original town hall remained in place in what is now the court yard of the civic centre until construction was complete.

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Scott Street School
1928
Scott Street