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Digby, Nova Scotia
Digby County, est. 2,001 residents Digby, Nova Scotia, is a delightful village that shines because of its hardworking community. The land was first the home of the Mi’kmaq people as the rich Fundy ecology created a favourable habitat for them to live. Many used the Annapolis Basin as traditional hunting grounds and camped along the shore as they made their winter food supply during the summer months. European settlers began to arrive during the early 1600s, and many Acadians, and later British, populated the region. As time went on, Digby and the surrounding land were primarily unsettled and mainly used during the summer months with fishing settlements scattered along the…
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Small Town Canada Spotlight: The Fort Wellington National Historic Site of Prescott, Ontario
In another edition of Small Town Canada Spotlight, we’ll be learning more about the historic Fort Wellington, located in Prescott, Ontario. This fort was an integral element in protecting the region from potential American invaders throughout the 1800s. Before the arrival of Europeans to Grenville County, the area was inhabited by the St. Lawrence Iroquois. During the 17th century, the French began their occupation, starting with a supply depot and fortified outpost named La Galette on the way to Fort Frontenac (now Kingston). This site was ultimately abandoned in favour of Fort Lévis, which was built on Isle Royale (Chimney Island) in the centre of the river. The region transformed into a battleground…
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Almonte, Ontario
Almonte, Ontario, is a stunning town known for its textile history and scenic natural wonders.
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Small Town Canada Spotlight: The Tip to Tip Trail of Burritts Rapids, Ontario
In the second edition of Small Town Canada Spotlight, we'll be learning more about the Tip to Tip Trail, which is located in Burritts Rapids, Ontario.
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Small Town Canada Spotlight: The Mammoth Cheese of Perth, Ontario
The Mammoth Cheese was created for the World's Columbian Exposition, or the Chicago World's Fair, in 1893 to show Canada's cheese-making prowess.
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Perth, Ontario
Perth, Ontario, is a gorgeous town known for its origins in military history.
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Small Town Canada 2023
Hi everyone! It's been another year of adventures for Small Town Canada and I wanted to thank everyone who has read or watched any of my articles or videos in 2023.
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Spencerville, Ontario
Spencerville, Ontario, is a tight-knit community with a fascinating past.
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Merrickville, Ontario
Merrickville, Ontario, known as the "Jewel of the Rideau," is a lively small town that attracts many tourists to the area because of its preserved historic buildings, incredible shopping, and stunning views of the Rideau River.
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Westport, Ontario
Westport, Ontario, is a beautiful village with several natural views that are sure to take your breath away.
