Construction crews have begun work on the parking lot at the Amherstburg Community Hub at 320 Richmond St. in Amherstburg, Ontario. This project, which began during the week of March 30, 2026, aims to improve parking capacity at the site.
Residents visiting the facility should note that while construction is taking place near the main entrance, parking remains available and the main entrance will continue to be accessible throughout the duration of the work. This current project follows earlier renovations that started in January 2026, which involved construction at the front entrance of the building.
The Town of Amherstburg repurposed the building, which was formerly St. Bernard’s Catholic Elementary School, to create a centralized location for community services. In October 2024, town council approved a $700,000 project to demolish the southeast portion of the building. Officials stated this move was necessary to address significant roof maintenance issues and to expand the available parking area.
The site serves as a vital resource for the community and is a primary home for Amherstburg Community Services. This non-profit organization provides more than 20 programs and services, including a food bank, transportation services, and the Meals on Wheels program, to residents in Amherstburg, LaSalle, Harrow, and McGregor.
According to town leadership, including Mayor Michael Prue and Deputy Mayor Chris Gibb, the ongoing site improvements and the earlier demolition are part of a broader, long-term plan for the facility’s management and functionality. Deputy Mayor Chris Gibb stated, “We decided on this a long time ago. We decided this was the right way to go with this situation. It was all part of a larger plan.”
