Collingwood is well known as a tourist destination, for its skiing in the winter, and limestone caves along the Niagara Escarpment in the summer. Why are people moving to Collingwood? Cost of housing, quality of life are behind growth in latest census data, mayors say. Julie Nolan had been living in downtown Toronto for about […]
Author: Clint Curtis
How Many Ports Are In Ontario?
Ontario Relies on Great Lakes-Seaway Shipping. Ontario’s shoreline borders Lakes Superior, Huron, Erie, and Ontario. The province’s 29 ports handle more than 62 million tons of inbound and outbound cargo annually. What ports are in Ontario? Canada Port Authorities by province Province Name of Port Authority Ontario Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority Toronto Port Authority Thunder Bay […]
Who Settled In Northern Ontario?
The first European forays into the area came in the early 17th century by explorers from competing colonial empires, England’s Henry Hudson and France’s Samuel de Champlain. Initially, they were looking for a shorter trade route to Asia. When was Northern Ontario settled? The first English settlements were in 1782–1784, when 5,000 American loyalists entered […]
Is There Treasure In Lake Ontario?
Barrel of Silver Coins, Ontario A barrel of silver coins is believed to be hidden somewhere underwater in Opinicon Lake, Ontario. There are many variations of the story of how it ended up there, but it’s generally believed that the treasure is still there. Can I keep treasure I find in Canada? The answer is […]
What Is The Best Area To Live In Barrie Ontario?
Innis Shore Neighbourhood Its northern border is a stretch of the south shore of Kempenfelt Bay, east of Wilkin’s Beach. Rated as one of the most popular neighbourhoods in Barrie, Innis Shore contains plenty of parks, playgrounds, excellent schools and a scenic trail system. Is Barrie Ontario a good place to live? On the plus […]
Is Orillia Considered Northern Ontario?
It is part of the Huronia region of Central Ontario. The population in 2021 was 33,411. What counts as Northern Ontario? The Northern Region covers Nipissing, Parry Sound, Manitoulin, Timiskaming, Sudbury, Algoma, Cochrane, Thunder Bay, Rainy River and Kenora. Is Orillia north of Toronto? The City of Orillia is located in the economic heartland of […]
Is Innisfil Considered Northern Ontario?
Innisfil is a town in Ontario, Canada, located on the western shore of Lake Simcoe in Simcoe County, immediately south of Barrie and 80 kilometres (50 mi) north of Toronto. Innisfil • Member of Provincial Parliament Andrea Khanjin Area • Total 262.39 km2 (101.31 sq mi) Population (2021) Which region is Innisfil in? The town […]
What Type Of Climate Does Southern Ontario Have?
Southern Ontario has a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. The average highs in July for the region range between 25 °C (77 °F) to 29 °C (84 °F). The average high in January ranges from -6 °C (21 °F) to 0 °C (32 °F). What is the weather like in southern Ontario? Variable […]
When Were Elk Introduced In Ontario?
Wild elk have been making a comeback in Ontario since being re-introduced in the early 2000 and more and more of them have been spotted east of Ottawa. Some wildlife enthusiasts are pleased to see the elk, but some farmers say they’re a nuisance. When were elk reintroduced to Ontario? In early 2015, CBC news […]
How Much Is A Vehicle Permit Ontario Parks?
Day Use Fees – 2022 Daily Vehicle Permit Base Fee Total Annual Vehicle Permit – (valid from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022) $99.00 $111.87 Summer Vehicle Permit – (valid from April 1, 2022 to November 30, 2022) $75.00 $84.75 Winter Vehicle Permit – (valid from December 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023) $60.00 […]