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Where Ontario Began
Where Ontario Began
Where Ontario Began
For centuries, people have wandered from the beaten path to come to this region. Fish-full rivers, fertile soil, rich forests, abundant wildlife, and big, beautiful, open skies lured them here.
The best seat in the house belongs in your Dream Home. Let us help you get there.
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So come to our fairs, pick from our fields, race down our rivers, play on our fairways, cycle our roads, and learn from our stories. Welcome to SDG.
Get in on the magic.
For excellent service and professional real estate advice contact Irene or Sue today
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Here, the intrepid and the strong sowed their seeds and their stories. For that—and all that has sprung up from their early actions—we are thankful.
A note to the wise: We can’t wait to welcome you safely to SDG. To avoid disappointment, please be sure to check for opening hours or closures for each destination you intend to visit before venturing our way. See you soon!
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When he’s not busy organizing community events, Rizwan Mustafa spends his time supporting other local vendors. Read Rizwan’s recommendations for great South Glengarry stops on page 6.
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When George and Jenny McBain aren’t busy running their business, they’re exploring their corner of SDG with their two girls. They share their favourite places to explore in North Stormont on page 32.
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Locals:
It would be an understatement to call Jim Mullin a history buff. In his role as a museum volunteer, he likes to share knowledge of pioneer life. His must-try North Glengarry gems can be found on page 16.
Born and raised outside SDG, Pierre Doucette and Susan Wallwork feel they have been openly adopted by their community. Explore what they love about South Stormont on page 24.
Working in the hospitality business, Michael Burton and Ron Currie are most active social butterflies.
Lisa Williams is a gregarious go-getter who jumps into community endeavours with her whole heart.
They propose a few favourite South Dundas destinations on page 38.
Read about her favourite North Dundas destinations on page 44.
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MARTINTOWN MILL
BLUE ANCHOR
DECO STOP OUTDOOR CENTRE
MARTINTOWN
GLEN WALTER
LANCASTER
An 1846 fieldstone landmark open to visitors on weekends in the summertime.
Famous for their perch rolls and waterfront patio.
The hub for all your diving and kayaking needs.
TRADING POST STUDIO LANCASTER
Go see Lisa! She’s a creative spirit herself who refinishes furniture and offers workshops. She stocks her shop with a lovely selection of
handmade local crafts, art, and other fun gifts.
“...refinishes furniture and offers workshops.”
SOUTH
Originally from Halifax, Rizwan Mustafa is a bon vivant who shares his love of food and good company at his chic eatery, Sheep’s Head Bistro in Glen
Glengarry Bainsville • Brown House Corner • Dalhousie Mills • Glen Nevis • Glen Norman • Glen Walter • Green Valley • Lancaster • North Lancaster • Martintown • South Lancaster • Summerstown • Summerstown Station • St. Raphaels • Williamstown
Walter. A community
LANCASTER WHARF
builder at heart, he’s keen to share local faves with anyone who comes through the door.
LANCASTER
GLENGARRY FINE CHEESE LANCASTER
If you’re a cheese lover, you need to go here. They’ve won global awards for their cheeses including their Lankaaster cheese and my
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personal favourite, the Celtic Blue Reserve.
“...my personal favourite, the Celtic Blue Reserve.”
Everyone goes to the wharf in the summertime to fish off the dock, to launch a kayak, or just to hang out by
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the water. The colourful boat houses were inspired by the row houses in St. John’s Newfoundland.
“...fish off the dock or launch a kayak...”
CORNWALL GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB GLEN WALTER
This is a beautiful facility that overlooks the river. The course is always perfectly manicured and every hole is just as challenging and beautiful as the last. Make sure you end your round on their awesome patio.
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Small batch. Hand crafted. Community focused. Taproom, bottle shop & beer garden. From humble beginnings come great things. #workhardstayhumble
OPEN DAILY: VICTORIA DAY - SEPT 30 TUES. - SUN: 10 AM - 4 PM
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Every McIntosh Red apple—every one you eat, put in a pie or crumble, turn into juice or cider— comes from a seedling found in what is now Dundela, a tiny hamlet in South Dundas. In the spring of 1811, when John McIntosh started clearing his land north of Morrisburg, he came upon seedlings he did not recognize and decided to transplant some in his garden. Only one survived; it bore red-fleshed and tart-tasting apples. From that one tree, an entire Canadian industry grew. The Mac, as it is affectionately known, is now produced in greater quantities than any whereontariobegan.ca other fruit in Canada.
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DIY
Harvests
Play in our fields and find treats ripe for the picking.
IROQUOIS FARMERS’ MARKET
RASPBERRIES LAVENDER APPLES BLACK RASPBERRIES
STRAWBERRIES BLUEBERRIES
PUMPKINS
MORRISBURG FARMERS’ MARKET WILLIAMSBURG COUNTRY MARKET WINCHESTER FARMERS’ MARKET CHESTERVILLE WATERFRONT MARKET
APPLE STOCK ORCHARD
AVONMORE BERRY FARM
CANNAMORE ORCHARD
LOULOU LAVENDER
WINCHESTER
AVONMORE
CRYSLER
WILLIAMSTOWN
MARLIN ORCHARDS & GARDEN CENTRE
MOUNTAIN ORCHARD
RUBICON FARMS
SMYTH’S APPLE ORCHARD
SUMMERSTOWN
MOUNTAIN
AVONMORE
IROQUOIS
LONG SAULT FARMERS’ MARKET MARTINTOWN MILL MARKET MAXVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET ALEXANDRIA FARMERS’ MARKET
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Our agricultural roots run deep and we’re happy to share the bounty! In warmer weather, our local food producers gather at outdoor markets across the region. Year round, you’ll find them at places like the Glengarry Market in Alexandria, a hub of goodness and a showcase for everything from apples to zucchinis!
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DENTZ ORCHARD & BERRY FARM IROQUOIS
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Drinks
Eats Foodies, here are a few destinations to consider.
Parched? Head here to quench your thirst.
SOL DE ACAPULCO
LA BUVETTE DU MARCHÉ GASTROPUB
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A family-run eatery that serves up an expansive menu of Mexican, German, and Canadian fare. It might sound like an eclectic mix but they know how to cook it all up just right!
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Nestled in a repurposed church, Oneida Bistro is a licensed scratch-kitchen restaurant featuring contemporary casual fare. We’re salivating for their salmon burger and perfect pasta options!
ALEXANDRIA
A chic eatery with a most glamorous cocktail menu. Try their Elderberry Margarita.
THREE COUNTY CIDER GLEN WATER
A relaxed cigar-lounge atmosphere where you can relax and mingle with the locals. Try their Semi-Sour Cider, made with apples from SDG!
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What makes for a perfect pie experience: sourdough crust (the right combination of crispy on the edges and soft inside), creative topping combinations and homemade sauce.
Perfect pairing: enjoy live music and vintages made with cold-weather grapes. Try their Harmony Rosé.
WOOD BROTHERS BREWING CO. GLEN ROBERTSON
ELLE SORELLE LA B
LA BELLE SORELLE ALEXANDRIA
What does every dish at this eatery have in common? Flavour and freshness. Their creative Buddha Bowls are the most popular crowd pleasers, with their homemade mac n’ cheese coming up a close second.
Made with fresh fruit, get ready for easy-drinking brews. Try one of their fruity Berliner Weisse brews.
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SDG’S SAILING SCHOOL
From beginner to advanced, Start Sailing Here!
Learn. Explore. Discover.
DEN T Z ORCHARDS AND BERRY FARM
Pick-your-own/pre-picked strawberries and raspberries. Farm market. 4766 County Road 16, Iroquois, ON 613-652-2397 | dentzfarm.com
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LOCAL FOOD Discover the great food and beverages, the unique flavours, and the beautiful people behind it all.
Shopping locally, especially for food and beverage does wonders. Buying local food builds the local economy for mutual prosperity. It supports small scale family farms and food artisans. It grounds you in local identity and flavours. It creates bonds and relationships between producers and consumers.
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Visit the Eastern Ontario Agri-Food Network website to find farms, local flavours, food artisans, farmers markets, food festivals, and much more.
www.agro-on.ca
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APPLE HILL ALPACAS
TOWN AND COUNTRY FLORISTS
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Bibliophiles will find works from local authors, lightly used books, and rare titles too.
A working alpaca farm with free visits by appointment.
Flowers aside, you’ll find all your Glengarry-themed merch here.
THE NORTH GLENGARRY RESTAURANT ALEXANDRIA
An establishment with lots of interest! The building was once a grist mill and it’s the only restaurant I know that
has its own private waterfall! The pub food is great and the new owners do an excellent job in making everyone feel welcome.
“...has its own private waterfall!”
NORTH
There’s nothing Jim Mullin loves more than sharing his passion for local history. A longtime volunteer and member of the board of directors for the Glengarry Pioneer Museum in Dunvegan, you’ll find Jim happily mingling with visitors and participating in on-site reenactments like the annual 1812 Living History Weekend.
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Glengarry Alexandria • Apple Hill • Dalkeith • Dominionville • Dunvegan • Glen Robertson • Glen Sandfield • Greenfield • Lochiel • Maxville
MUIR’S BAKERY MAXVILLE
This has been an institution in Maxville for more than 90 years. They have delicious sandwiches, pies, and
scones. I like to stop in to pick up traditional Scottish items like haggis, pastries, and Empire cookies.
“...in Maxville for more than 90 years.”
STONEHOUSE VINEYARD LOCHIEL
We’re quite spoiled to have a winery like this in our region. Craig and Joanne make beautiful wines with cold-weather grapes grown on site. They also host wine tastings and beautiful events like the Glengarry Affair which showcases local food and wine pairings.
GLENGARRY TRAILS ALEXANDRIA
lots of birds, wild orchids, and even carnivorous plants. How neat is that?
This is my favourite place! It’s a recreational trail that meanders through the Garry River watershed with its own ecosystem. It has
“...birds, wild orchids, and even carnivorous plants.”
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Lancaster Park • Outdoor Resort
Living HISTORY
Come for the weekend or stay for the season!
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Nestled along the mighty St. Lawrence river with great fishing, we have a private beach, beachside tiki bar, full-service restaurant with camp site delivery. To keep the kids busy, we also have a shuffleboard court, bicycle pump tracks, sports field, 10 acre forest, playground, and short walking trails. Our large weekend sites are plenty to enjoy a warm campfire while safely connecting with friends and family. Our family-owned camping resort was established in the mid 60’s from vacant century farmland and old growth forests.
We strive to create a beautiful outdoor experience for all our customers.
Our heritage is deep, our pride stands tall, and our tagline really says it all. This region is “Where Ontario Began”. A visit to our museums, heritage destinations, or typical pioneer villages—like Upper Canada Village— will give you a glimpse into our past and an understanding of how far we’ve come. whereontariobegan.ca
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Together NOW
Here in SDG, we have a legacy of bringing people together. Here are some fast facts about some of our most popular events.
THE BISHOP'S HOUSE ST. RAPHAEL'S RUINS
Number of people who have attended the Glengarry Highland Games and enjoyed Scottish music, dance, and pageantry since 1948.
Number of years the Williamstown Fair has run continuously. It is Canada’s oldest annual fair!
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Unbroken South Mountain Fair attendance record for Allison Fawcett, after whom a show ring was recently named. The fair celebrates its 129th edition in 2021.
Year the Stormont County Fair launched. This four-day event in Newington was founded the same year as Confederation!
Travel King’s Road outside Williamstown—once a major route between Montreal and Toronto— to discover two historic sites that have served as longtime community touchpoints and waypoints of pride. The Bishop’s House was built in 1808 for the Reverend Alexander Macdonell, St. Raphael Church’s parish priest from 1804 to 1815 and later, the first bishop of Ontario. Once the home of Upper Canada’s first college, the building was expanded in 1924 with the addition of two new wings. Since 2016, the three-storey, approximately 2,000-square metre stone structure has been under restoration and is regaining its original splendor.
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From this grand house, Rev. Macdonell commissioned the construction of St. Raphael’s Church, across the road. Dubbed the “Great Church in the Wilderness”, it had the capacity to hold a thousand parisioners. Construction was completed in 1821 and it remained the oldest Roman Catholic Church in English Canada until fire swept through it in 1970. Today, it’s walls still stand tall to frame a beautiful space for sky gazing. St. Raphael’s Ruins was declared a National Historic Site in 1999. Its gates open for visiting tourists and cultural events.
Price, in 1948, for the purchase of the Avonmore Fair’s currently used grounds. The fair buildings were moved to their new home by horse-drawn sleigh. The event was established in 1860.
Number of people who can sit in the grandstands at the Maxville Fair. The indoor seated hall overlooking the infield and the terrace below can accommodate another 500 people.
Minimum age of tractors permitted to enter the Chesterville Fair’s Antique Tractor Pull event. The fair, one of the younger ones in the region, started in 1931.
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Culture CLUB UPPER CANADA PLAYHOUSE
PRIEST’S MILL ART CENTRE
In April, the stage—housed in a converted toothbrush factory in Morrisburg— opens for concerts, theatre shows and Christmas productions. Runs between April and December.
Though this former grist mill in Alexandria is now an exhibit space for visual, literary, and performing artists, it’s perhaps best known for the glass blowers who do live showcases of their hot-glass forming craft.
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DUNDAS COUNTY PLAYERS
APPLES & ARTS TOUR
A dedicated theatre company headquartered in Winchester. On the bill for 2021: Sherwood: The Adventure of Robin Hood! If necessary, the production will take place outdoors at Cannamore Orchards.
Every year, more than 30 artists throughout the region throw open their studio doors and invite the public to visit their creative spaces and their work. It’s one of the most anticipated events on the arts and culture circuit!
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The Galop Canal Bluegrass Festival invites the best bluegrass bands and lets them take over the waterfront in Iroquois for a few days every summer. In partnership with Harmony Concerts, Morrisburg’s StoneCropAcres offers a series of Concerts at the Winery with musical acts of all genres. The St. Lawrence Acoustic Stage, also in Morrisburg, puts on an intimate series of music nights showcasing emerging and professional Canadian singer-songwriters.
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FARRAN FOOTWEAR
RELIC OUTFITTERS
LONG SAULT
INGLESIDE
INGLESIDE
A waterfront patio paired with a contemporary menu. Delicious!
A traditional full-service shoe store with soles to suit every taste.
A one-stop shop for all your fishing and camping needs.
INGLESIDE BAKERY INGLESIDE
It’s definitely a go-to place for locals. It’s the kind of place where you go in for an apple fritter and leave
with a dozen butter tarts, some chocolate chip cookies and some doughnuts. It’s really, really hard to resist their baked goods!
“...a go-to place for locals.”
SOUTH
For Susan Wallwork and Pierre Doucette, what started as a beer-making hobby five years ago turned into a business called Humble Beginnings Brewing Co. The Ingleside-based
Stormont Beaver Glen • Bonville • Harrison’s Corners • Ingleside Long Sault • Lunenburg • Newington • Northfield Osnabruck Centre • Rosedale Terrace St. Andrews West
small-batch brewery
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has become a hub for craft beer lovers and the whole community.
LONG SAULT PARKWAY LONG SAULT
We love paddleboarding around the parkway and seeing the old roads and building foundations under the water, remnants of old villages that were flooded
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ST. ANDREW’S WEST
when the Seaway was built in the 1950s. It’s a really unique way of connecting with the history of the area.
“...we love paddleboarding around the parkway...”
You can read the story about the historic building which was built by the first premier of Ontario, John Sandfield MacDonald. We really love hanging out in Mordecai’s Pub downstairs because of the casual and cozy atmosphere...and the good food!
UPPER CANADA MIGRATORY BIRD SANCTUARY INGLESIDE
Susan’s grandparents took her there as a child and now we take our son. It’s a cool little four-season spot
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that brings you right into nature. We like to walk, ski, and snowshoe the trails. If you go, bring birdseed. The nuthatches will eat right out of your hand!
“...brings you right into nature.”
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Full kitchen dedicated to ready-to-go meals and baked goods, all made daily. LCBO & BEER 4304 CTY RD 31 WILLIAMSBURG, ON MON - FRI 5 AM - 9 PM
WEEKENDS 7 AM - 9 PM
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Ingleside Bakery & GOURMET FOODS
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W E S E RV E I C E C R E A M ! (summer months)
The Raisin River Canoe Race, established in 1973, serves as the unofficial kickoff to the warmer weather sports season in SDG. Hundreds of paddlers come to the riverside in St. Andrew’s west to run the high waters and fast flows all the way to Williamstown, 30 kilometres downriver. Paddlers do their best to hang onto their paddles and their whereontariobegan.ca pride as spectators cheer them on.
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Fat Biking
Hit the trails with your big tires at the Summerstown Trails. They have dedicated routes for riders of all levels.
Fishing
It’s no fish tale to say that we have some of the world’s best angling on the St. Lawrence River. Grab a local guide and land your own carp, smallor largemouth bass, northern pike or walleye!
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Around these parts, you can really go wild! Here are 8 adventures to try.
THERE Road Cycling
We have wide ribbons of open roads for road riding. Try the Tours de Lancasters route, a 42-kilometre ride that takes you on a scenic circle tour through Williamstown and Lancaster.
Diving
Explore 15 incredible dive sites— including wrecks, bridges, and locks—in SDG. Ring up Deco Stop Outdoor Centre in Lancaster for a guided trip to Lock 21 or Eastcliffe shipwreck Hall.
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Kayaking
Pick up a boat at Mike and Jenny’s Paddlefit in Long Sault and start exploring the 11 islands!
Trailing
Walk, run, snowshoe, or cross-country ski—whatever suits the season—at the Two Creeks Forest Conservation Area in Morrisburg. It’s a lovely 4.5-kilometre loop.
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Skating
Glide through the forest on a three-kilometre ribbon of ice at Countryside Adventures in Moose Creek. When you complete the loop, treat yourself at the food truck!
Sailing
Set sail on the St. Lawrence! If you don’t have the boat or the knowledge, give Silver Star Sailing School in Lancaster a call for an introductory or multi-day training.
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A lineup of sandy day trip destinations.
Beach! CHARLOTTENBURG PARK BEACH SUMMERSTOWN
CRYSLER PARK BEACH MORRISBURG
FARRAN PARK BEACH INGLESIDE
IROQUOIS BEACH IROQUOIS
ISLAND PARK BEACH ALEXANDRIA
GLENGARRY BEACH LANCASTER
MILLE ROCHES & WOODLAND BEACHES LONG SAULT PARKWAY, LONG SAULT
MORRISBURG BEACH MORRISBURG
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Tee Time
Sunny days don’t exist so you can spend it mowing your lawn, right? Get out to golf in SDG where the fairways are freshly manicured, the holes range from easy-going to ego-shattering, and the post-round beers are cold. We have 11 scenic courses from which to choose. 30Take your pick! DISCOVER SDG Where Ontario Began
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FIELDS OF GOLD
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MONKLAND
Handcrafted soap made with milk from goats raised on the property.
A grocer with exceptional products that will fulfill foodie dreams.
Take a sunshiny disposition and enjoy 14 acres of sunflower fields.
pizza. It’s also fun because it’s decorated in cotton candy colours and has the feel of a retro diner.
ROCK’N RHONDA’S DINER & PIZZERIA AVONMORE
Our family goes here often. The kids love it. They serve really good casual food like burgers, fish n’ chips, and
“...decorated in cotton candy colours...”
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World travellers and former Vancouverites, Jenny and George McBain took over the fields at Rubicon Farms in Avonmore in 2018. They spend their time rearing their two daughters, raising pigs and chickens, and tending to their almost two-acre, u-pick blueberry, raspberry, and haskap farm.
Stormont Avonmore • Berwick • Bloomington • Crysler Dyer • Finch • Gravel Hill • Lodi • McDonald’s Grove McMillans Corners • Monkland • Moose Creek Roxborough Gardens • Sandringham • Strathmore Tayside • Tolmies Corners • Warina • Valley Corners TREATS & TREASURES GIFT SHOP SWISS FARMER BAKERY MOOSE CREEK
They’ve obviously mastered the art of breadmaking. Their loaves are not only delicious but also really beautiful. For people who
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FINCH
like sweets, they have pastries like mille-feuilles, cream horns, and the flakiest chocolate croissants.
“...the flakiest chocolate croissants.”
Gloria, the owner, is so lovely. She stocks her shelves with home decor, clothing, and other unique gifts. She has put great effort into sourcing and offering made-in-SDG wares and handicrafts which we really appreciate!
TASTE OF HEALTH CAFÉ
locally-sourced ingredients when possible.
MOOSE CREEK
The owner of a massage therapy clinic, Robyn, decided to expand her offerings and started this healthy food café. Soups, sandwiches, and fresh salads made with seasonal,
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“...fresh salads made with locally-sourced ingredients...”
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GIF TB IN O ASKET S UR C H E AVA I L A ESE SHO BLE P
Come in and try our award-winning cheeses! glengarryfinecheese.com For Hours of Operation, please check our website • 613-347-1141 • 888-816-0903 5926 HWY 34 Lancaster, ON • J U S T 3 K M N O R T H O F H W Y 4 0 1
Shops LOCAL
CAMPSITES, TRAILER RENTALS, POOLS, PLAYGROUNDS, ARCADE, WAGON RIDES & MORE!
UPPER CANADA CAMPGROUND MORRISBURG ON. (613) 543-2201
We are a family oriented park open May through September offering themed weekends and a variety of fun activities. 13390 County Rd 41, Morrisburg, ON | 613-543-2201 | uppercanadacampground.com
PRIEST'S MILL ARTS CENTRE
ART CLASSES & LIVE DEMOS Glass: Blowing, Stained + Fused Paint Nights, Jewelry
ART GALLERY Paintings Jewelry Pottery Glass
This region is home to a creative landscape of shopkeepers who offer one-of-a-kind buying experiences. Take Cedar & Fern in Alexandria, for example. Housed in a historic building, the business pulses with new energy, fuelled by the creativity of Julie Darrock. A custom sign maker herself, she fills her sweet shop with Canadian-made and joyfully crafted home décor and gift items. whereontariobegan.ca
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2 Just a Bit Knotty wooden signs/piecework sold by Sweet Clover Flowers & Gifts, Finch
Step into nature along County Road 2 from Cornwall to Lancaster at the Raisin Region Conservation Authority’s three Conservation Areas!
3 Hive Vibe food wraps sold by The Planted Arrow Flowers & Gifts, Winchester
1 Glengarry Maple Infused Syrup sold by Farm & Flora, Maxville
Fabulous
4› Lambros Olive Oil sold by the Glengarry Market in Alexandria
GRAY’S CREEK:
marina, boat launch, trails, snowshoe rentals
COOPER MARSH:
interpretive centre, trails, viewing blinds and platforms
CHARLOTTENBURGH PARK: seasonal and overnight camping, beach, trails, boat launch
18045 County Road 2 Cornwall, ON 613-938-3611 | www.rrca.on.ca
FINDS
CELEBR AT E the heart of Glengarry with a set of 4 McIntosh Glengarry mugs.
Take home a unique piece of SDG! 6 Charcuterie board crafted and sold by Steve’s Knotty Furniture, Lancaster
5 Antiques sold by Barnfull O’Goodies, Morrisburg
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7 Beautiful scarves sold by Millworks and Co., Lancaster
613-347-2461 — robmcintosh.ca Corner of HWY 34 & 401 20369 South Service Rd, South Lancaster
PREHISTORIC WORLD
CAT HOUSE GREGOR’S
DORAN BAY MODEL SHIP MUSEUM
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Meet 50 life-size dinosaur reproductions including a terrifying Triceratops and a fearsome T-Rex!
The authentic flavours of Thailand—hello, yummy curries—brought to you by Chef Jacky.
Marvel at one of the finest private collections of model ships in the world.
GOLFING MORRISBURG
There are two golf courses here and we’d recommend both. Upper Canada Golf Course has the best 18-holes in the region with painstakingly groomed greens. For a
shorter game, we’d recommend the 9-hole Morrisburg Golf Club. It’s also gorgeous, with mature trees and water views.
“...the best 18-holes in the region.”
SOUTH
Michael Burton and Ron Currie are hosts with the most. For more than 15 years, they’ve helmed Russell Manor B&B. One of the largest Victorian homes in Morrisburg, Ron and Michael lovingly restored the structure and elevated its beauty by furnishing it with exquisite antiques and art. This year marks the 150th anniversary of the home!
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Brinston • Dixons Corners • Dunbar • Dundela Elma • Glen Becker • Glen Stewart • Hanesville Hulbert • Irena • Iroquois • Glen Becker • Morrisburg Riverside Heights • Williamsburg • Winchester Springs ARABESQUE POTTERY BY DIANE SULLIVAN MCHAFFIE FLEA MARKET MORRISBURG
OMG. We go every Sunday and have made an incredible number of purchases! It’s a really fantastic flea market where the owners,
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Sheila and Wayne make sure to greet you at the door when you arrive.
“OMG. We go every Sunday...”
Diane is so incredibly artistic. Everything in her shop has been formed by her own hands, from scratch.
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We always send our guests there and more often than not, they come back with something they love.
“...formed by her own hands, from scratch.”
JULI FASHION MORRISBURG
Helen, the owner, is really on the mark with the ladies’ fashion she chooses to sell at her shop. She carries a lot of Canadian designers like Joseph Ribkoff and Simon Chang. It’s definitely a destination for locals.
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Camp HERE Making s’mores around a crackling fire. Falling asleep under a big moon and twinkling stars. Waking up to the sounds of the river lapping at the shore and the robins singing their morning song. There’s nothing like camping in SDG.
UNIQUE
Rest STOPS MONTGOMERY HOUSE
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Go back in time with a stay at this one-of-a kind restored pioneer log cabin on the grounds of Upper Canada Village. Spend time exploring the village or venture further afield to places like Prehistoric World, Crysler Beach, and the Upper Canada Golf Course.
GROOVY YURTS ALEXANDRIA
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Never slept in an authentic Mongolian yurt? This is your chance. It’s a surprisingly luxurious experience you’ll want to write home about. Set on the Groovy Farm in Alexandria, it’s perfect for a romantic getaway or a family adventure.
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Billing itself as one of the area’s original tiny houses, this two-storey century house has been lovingly renovated to make it modern, airy, and spacious. We love that it features all the comforts of a home away from home, including outdoor spaces.
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THE CRÈME DE LA CRÈME OF PLANT-BASED CHEESE
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At Fauxmagerie Zengarry, we make delicious artisanal cheeses from raw cashews to which we add a perfect blend of all-natural ingredients, locally-grown fresh herbs and custom probiotic cultures. The result is asurprisingly rich and creamy dairy-free cheese that will amaze you.
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We provide services in both official languages to Prescott-Russell, Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry, Cornwall and Akwesasne.
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209 MAIN STREET NORTH • ALEXANDRIA • ON • 613 525-4722
We are here to help! 1-888-222-1445
The Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre Located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, our visitor centre showcases the history of the St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project.
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250 Main St. East, Suite 210, Hawkesbury, ON K6A 1A5 MAI N OF F I CE : 106B Second St West, Cornwall, ON K6J 1G5
clay is my passion. decoration is my language. - DIANE SULLIVAN, MFA
2500B Second Street West Cornwall, ON K6H 5R6 For hours of operation, visit opg.com/eastern
Where a brighter tomorrow begins
4324 COUNTY ROAD 31, WILLIAMSBURG, ON 613-816-9034 • www.dianesullivan.ca
PLANTED ARROW FLOWERS + GIFT SHOP
WINCHESTER B&B
WINCHESTER UNITED CHURCH
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A well-curated selection of jewelry, fashion items, and housewares.
A grand stone home makes for a tasteful refuge. The rooms are well-appointed and perfect for a getaway!
Heritage buffs flock to the Limestone Lady, built by Isaac Johnson, a black slave-turned-stonemason.
THE HERITAGE HOUSE HEALTH SPA WINCHESTER
Everyone who works there is just so lovely and knowledgeable. They all go above and beyond with the services they provide. I go there at least once a month
for massages and during the summers, for pedicures. If you wanted to treat yourself, you could spend a whole day there!
“They all go above and beyond...”
NORTH
Lisa Williams is the kind of person who wants women to look good and feel good. That’s why she opened Main Street Clothing in Winchester six years ago. When she’s not busy chatting about the Canadian-designed fashions she carries, she acts as a community concierge, encouraging patrons to shop at neighbouring businesses.
Dundas Chesterville • Hallville • Harmony • Inkerman • Marionville • Morewood • Mountain • Ormond • South Mountain • Winchester
VANDERLAAND THE BARNYARD ZOO INKERMAN
Everyone loves to visit Farmer Ruth! She’s happy to share her first-hand information about working on a farm. Then she sends you off to feed the animals—
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pigs, goats, ducks, horses, alpacas, miniature horses, donkeys, rabbits and so on. It’s a really awesome experience!
“...pigs, goats, ducks, horses, alpacas...”
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OSCHMANN FOREST CONSERVATION AREA WINCHESTER
I really enjoy taking peaceful forest walks here. The trail is slightly over a kilometre long so it's perfect for taking the kids or for those days when you don't feel like going for a big hike.
DOYLE’S PUB & EATERY AND SWEET SHOP WINCHESTER
I was very excited when Doyle’s opened. They serve excellent homemade comfort foods like pulled pork, mac n’ cheese, and
soup n’ sammies. It’s great for families. Next door is their sister store, the Sweet Shop. You must get one of their signature milkshakes.
“...excellent homemade comfort foods.”
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StoneCropAcres Winery and Vineyard in Morrisburg, Ontario. Just off of the 401 highway at exit 750.
There are lots of juicy events in Cornwall, Akwesasne, and SDG.
Take your pick. G e stonecropacres stonecropacres@outlook.com 613-330-5820 Norene Hyatt-Gervais Owner / Sommelier
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Spacious grounds and patios, family friendly, accessible.
Live music events throughout the spring, summer, and fall.
Wine tasting flights, wine by the glass or by the bottle.
Weddings and Event rentals.
White, Red, Rosé wines, *New* “StoneColdCiders” and more. *New* Wood fired oven personal pizzas. Cheese platters, local nachos and salsa plates.
Check out our Facebook, Instagram and website StoneCropAcres.ca for event postings, concert lineups and updates on what’s going on!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Road ON TWO Wheels PRENEZ LA route SUR DEUX roues HIT THE
Explore one or all of our 19 Adventure Club Routes and collect the badges. Explorez une ou l’ensemble de nos 19 routes du Adventure Club et collectionnez les écussons.
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