Statement of Condolences on the Passing of Alice Munro

Reeve Heffer’s Statement of Condolences on the Passing of Alice Munro

NORTH HURON, ON (May 14, 2024) – On behalf of the Township of North Huron, we are deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Nobel laureate Alice Munro. Alice was highly regarded in her hometown of Wingham and has had an immense impact on our community. Her deep roots in our Township are woven into the fabric of North Huron with tributes in the community such as the Alice Munro Literary Garden and the Alice Munro Public Library.

Born in Wingham in 1931, Alice was renowned internationally as one of the world’s most esteemed contemporary authors and one of history's most honoured short story writers. Alice won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2013. In addition to the Nobel Prize, Alice won many literary honours, including three Governor General's Literary Awards, two Giller Prizes and the Man Booker International Prize.

On behalf of our community, I would like to extend sincere condolences to Alice Munro’s family, loved ones and friends. Today in North Huron, our community is mourning together along with the rest of the world. The Township of North Huron will fly its flags at half-mast in an act of honour and respect, expressing a collective sense of the sorrow shared by all.

-30-

MEDIA CONTACT:    Paul Heffer, Reeve

                                    T. 519-357-3550 |  E: pheffer@northhuron.ca

Statement of Condolences on the Passing of Alice Munro