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• Ellis Wellwood Sifton, V.C. 1891-1917
  Born and educated in Wallacetown, Sifton joined the 18th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force, in October 1914. During the Canadian attack on Vimy Ridge on April 9, 1917, his company was held up by the fire of a German machine gun. Lance-Sergeant Sifton charged it single handed, killed the crew and held the position against enemy counter-attack until his comrades arrived. In carrying out this gallant act, he was killed, but his conspicuous valour undoubtedly saved...

• St. Peter's Church 1827
  A fine example of early Gothic revival architecture, this attractive church lies in the midst of the original "Talbot Settlement." The nave was erected by the congregation in 1827, and the belfry and tower, added in 1845 to accommodate a bell donated by the Earl of Galloway, adhered to the original style. In 1849, Bishop John Strachan consecrated the church, and two years later the Reverend James Stewart became first resident priest of the parish...