The Town of Georgina
A community located on the southeastern shores of Lake Simcoe, north
of the Greater Toronto Area. Georgina, although known better by some of
its individual communities, is actually a collection of many communities
such as Keswick, Jackson's Point, Pefferlaw, Port Bolster, Sutton, Udora
and many more.
Georgina, known as the "Ice Fishing Capital of Canada"
is also home to some great year-around fishing and boating opportunities,
numerous beaches, parks, regional forests, marinas, harbours, the historic
Red Barn Theatre, The Briars resort, and over 32 miles of lake side scenery.
Keswick, the largest of Georgina's communities, has qualities
of both urban services and a 'cottage country' type atmosphere. There
has been much redevelopment in the town recently and a doubling in population
over the past 10 years, bringing with it an increase in neighborhood services.
On the other hand, Keswick's outskirts proudly show its rural character
with its cash crop farming and other successful businesses relating to
the agricultural industry. The Keswick Marsh (part of the world-known
Holland Marsh) produces much vegetable crop that is shipped throughout
Canada and abroad. Beside the Keswick Marsh on the shores of Cook's
Bay, is a fish sanctuary and spawning bed.
The Village of Sutton, although now a modern, growing town, is
full of Georgina's history, joins with Jackson's Point and is close
to the beaches of Lake Simcoe. Jackson's Point, a popular spot for lake
lovers, comes alive in the summer with its small boutiques, street vendors
and live music -- a definite 'must see' for residents and visitors to
the Georgina area. Sutton is home to Sibbald Point Provincial Park,
which has over 3000 feet of prime lakeshore and a popular camping location.
Pefferlaw is another reflection of Georgina's rural character.
Although going through a growing spurt, there is still much 'open' space
in Pefferlaw, clearly showing its charm and country atmosphere. The beach
communities, Virginia Beach and Duclos Point, are to the
north of Pefferlaw. Georgina Island (which overlooks these beach
communities) along with Fox and Snake Islands in Cooks Bay,
are all home to the Chippawa First Nation of Georgina. A ferry provides
transportation to residents and visitors in the summer.
I've only touched upon a few communities that make up Georgina. There
are many other towns such as Baldwin, Belhaven, Egypt,
Island Grove, Roches Point….... to name a few that has its
own uniqueness and history to speak of. One must take the time to visit
and seek out the wonderful qualities of Georgina living. All the amenities
of urban life coupled with the charm of rural life make Georgina THE place
to live, work, and play. Come join us!
Local Towns Website:
Georgina Towns
Visit Georgina Chamber of Commerce -
Board of Trade - for news and future events
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