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Ontario

St. Jacobs, Ontario

St. Jacobs, Ontario, is a lovely village that has transformed into a tourist destination because of its entertaining attractions.

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May 31, 2023
Ontario

Vittoria, Ontario

Vittoria, Ontario, is a small village and a precious gem in Norfolk County that prides itself on its community spirit. The area is known for being one of the most…

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March 29, 2023
Canada

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…

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January 1, 2024
  • Nova Scotia

    Lunenburg, Nova Scotia

    November 6, 2024 /

    Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, is a vibrant town with endless possibilities to explore.

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  • Nova Scotia

    Digby, Nova Scotia

    September 4, 2024 /

    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

    July 25, 2024 /

    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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  • Ontario

    Almonte, Ontario

    July 2, 2024 /

    Almonte, Ontario, is a stunning town known for its textile history and scenic natural wonders.

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  • Ontario,  Small Town Canada Spotlight

    Small Town Canada Spotlight: The Tip to Tip Trail of Burritts Rapids, Ontario

    April 12, 2024 /

    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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  • Ontario,  Small Town Canada Spotlight

    Small Town Canada Spotlight: The Mammoth Cheese of Perth, Ontario

    February 21, 2024 /

    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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  • Ontario

    Perth, Ontario

    January 31, 2024 /

    Perth, Ontario, is a gorgeous town known for its origins in military history.

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  • Canada

    Small Town Canada 2023

    January 1, 2024 /

    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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  • Ontario

    Spencerville, Ontario

    November 30, 2023 /

    Spencerville, Ontario, is a tight-knit community with a fascinating past.

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  • Ontario

    Merrickville, Ontario

    October 30, 2023 /

    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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SMALL TOWN CANADA

ABOUT ME

Hi, my name is Shandi and welcome to Small Town Canada! I'm a small-town Canadian girl with a love for history and my community.

The idea for Small Town Canada came to me when I started looking more into my family’s history and the communities connected to their past. I realized how much I loved learning about it and wanted to expand my understanding of small towns in our incredible country.

My plan is to highlight the history of small towns from all over Canada. Many rural regions once thrived by having industry-rich resources and dwindled dramatically in size once they left. 

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