The Champlain bronze, unveiled in 1925 and created by sculptor Vernon March, is just the latest likeness beset by controversy over how some landmarks fit into modern perceptions of historical figures.

PENETANGUISHENE – French explorer Samuel de Champlain came to Penetanguishene on May 15 for the announcement of $2.8 million for the town’s new legacy park. Well, a man dressed as Champlain, anyway ...