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enjoy REGIONAL eventsA perfect way to spend the day

CELEBRATE LOCALFind your favourite local businesses

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Parks & TrailsExplore the beauty of the region

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WELCOME TO THE

ALMAGUIN Highlands

“ I look forward to the Chamber participating in another exciting year for our region. Welcome to the Almaguin Highlands, enjoy and come Celebrate Almaguin! ”

CHAMBER PRESIDENTEMILIO FOFFANOEmilio was inducted as President of the Almaguin Highlands Chamber of Commerce in 2013.

President’s Messagehe Almaguin Highlands Chamber of

Commerce has had many successes this

past year. In early 2015, we received

our incorporation and realized our intentions of

representing this wonderful region called the

Almaguin Highlands. Under the direction of our

Strategic Plan we implemented a unique tiered

membership system that allows businesses,

municipalities, community organizations and

interested citizens to provide their input regarding

the directions we take towards building capacity

within our businesses and our communities.

As president, I truly value the relationships that

we have built with the municipalities throughout

the region and the support that they have given to

the Chamber. The Almaguin Highlands Chamber

of Commerce will continue to create and grow

strong partnerships throughout the region and with

senior levels of government. With our partners, we

will continue to deliver on our commitment to the

growth and prosperity of the Almaguin Highlands.

he Almaguin (al-mag-win) Highlands

Region of Ontario is located 200KM

North of Toronto in the East Parry Sound

District. Originally settled in the late 1800s, The

Almaguin Highlands is comprised of unique villages,

rural townships, freshwater lakes and untouched

Canadian wilderness. The name Almaguin comes

from its proximity to the world famous Algonquin

Park and the Magnetawan River that flows from the

Park to Georgian Bay.

With a population of only 24,000 over 5,200 square

kilometers, The Almaguin Highlands is a perfect

destination to enjoy a relaxing natural experience,

or a playground for your inner adventurer. Whether

you are a resident, a returning visitor, or brand

new to the area, there are a multitude of ways to

enjoy and experience the peaceful, yet exciting

surroundings.

The Almaguin Highlands is a region filled with

culture. Experience the unique history of our

villages and townships by visiting one of our

museums. Take in some breathtaking works from

our diverse artists and craftspeople. Enjoy some of

our local music from a variety of talented musicians.

Find what you are looking for at any number of

unique businesses throughout the region.

Looking for an excuse to get outdoors? Walk out

your front door and be greeted by a truly Canadian

experience. Both residents and visitors alike can

enjoy many outdoor activities that the four seasons

have to offer. Whether on foot, on skis, on wheels,

tracks, or simply on the end of a dock there are

experiences waiting to be had and stories waiting to

be told.

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EXPLORE THE ALMAGUIN HIGHLANDSFind information about the 14 municipalities that make up the region

20MIDLOTHIAN ROAD TOUR Take a tour along the enchanting Midlothian Road

26SIXTY FIVE YEARS OF ART The creative evolution of the Burk’s Falls Art & Crafts Club

30GRAND ‘OL GAL Bringing Hollywood to Burk’s Falls at the historical Bluebird Theatre

38MAGNETAWAN BOAT TOUR Get out on the lake and discover some of Almaguin’s landmarks

44OH NO... IT’S RAINING Rain or shine - there’s always something to do in the Almaguin Highlands

62BUSINESS DIRECTORY Find your favourite local spots and services right here

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EVENTS & ACTIVITIESFamily fun in the Highlands

PARKS & TRAILSYour adventure awaits in Almaguin

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enjoy REGIONAL eventsA perfect way to spend the day

CELEBRATE LOCALFind your favourite local businesses

SEASONAL livingActivities for everyone, any time of year

Parks & TrailsExplore the beauty of the region

Unveiling the HighlandsDiscover the Undiscovered

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Almaguin’s Local Station

Local music to local talk and everything in between.

Hunters Bay Radio is the Almaguin Highland’s Local Radio Station

and best music mix in the region.

Tune into Celebrate Almaguin Mondays at 3.30pm.


The South Almaguin Highlands Economic Development Committee. Serving Burk’s Falls, Armour Township and Ryerson Township. Phone: (705) 571-1564Web: www.burksfalls.net/economic-development.htm

Contact us today to learn about how we can support your business or community development

goals.

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SUMMER EVENTSCelebrating our region is about discovering, exploring and uniting our communities to revel in the beauty and uniqueness of the Almaguin Highlands. Every season offers special events, activities and festivals that can be enjoyed by the entire family, any time of year!

CELEBRATE IN SUNDRIDGECANADA DAY CELEBRATIONWhere: Lion’s Park in Sundrige on June 27th, 2015.

Parade, Canada Day Cake, Musical Entertainment, Games, Lakeland Bucket Rides, BBQ, Fireworks.

For more details contact the Sundridge Village Office at: (705) 384-5316

JOIN US IN POWASSAN FOR THE ANNUAL

SUMMER SOLSTICEShop a wide selection of handmade craft from local artists and artisans. Meet the artists, see how they work and enjoy cool summer sips during this unique summer event.

When: June 21st, 2015 from 9AM to 4 PMWhere: Various Locations around Powassan

For details contact: (705)845-6461

“ DISCOVER SUMMER IN THE ALMAGUIN HIGHLANDS REGION. AND celebrate THE BEAUTY OF THAT SURROUNDS US.”

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SOUTH RIVER, MACHAR, LOUNT & LAURIER

CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONParade starts at 11:30AM. Ceremonies start at 12:30AM at the Fairgrounds. Many activities for the whole family.

When: June 30th and July 1st, 2015

June 30th - Much Music Video Dance

Where: Powassan Sportsplex.Ages 12 & Under: 6 PM – 8 PMAges 12 -18: 8 PM – 11 PM

July 1st - Celebration at Lions Park From: 12:00PM – 4:00PM

Inflatables, Live Music, Sara Carson & Hero, free swimming, hot dogs and cake.

JOIN US JULY 1st FOR THE BURK’S FALLS

CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONJoin the Village of Burk’s Falls in celebrating Canada Day at the Stan Darling Park, Ontario St., Burk’s Falls

Call (705)382-3138 for details.

POWASSAN CELEBRATES

CANADA DAY MORE CELEBRATIONSMAGNETEWAN CANADA DAY

When: July 1st, 2015

Where: Downtown Magnetawan

For complete details please call (705) 387-3947

WHITESTONE CANADA DAY

When: July 1st, 2015 | Fireworks at 9 PM

Where: Dunchurch Fairgrounds

For details please visit www.whitestone.ca

OH CANADA

TROUT CREEKANGLERS & HUNTERS FISH FRYWhen: July 1st, 2015

Where: Trout Creek Community Centre (located at 181 Main St. W., Trout Creek)

Canada Day Fish Fry, held annually at the Trout Creek Community Centre - fish, baked beans, salads. Hosted by the Commanda and Area Anglers & Hunters organization.

Fireworks: 8:00PM to DuskLocation: Glendale Park

When: July 4th, 2015

Where: South River/Machar Arena

Contact (705)386-2573 for details.


SUMMER EVENTSFUN IN POWASSANFISHING DERBY & CANOE RACEWhen: July 5th, 2015

Where: Powassan Hydro Pond (at the end of Purdon Line)

Derby from 8:00AM – 12:00PMCanoe Race from 10:00AM – 12:00PMRegister at the Powassan Municipal Office or at the Hydro Pond.

BURK’S FALLS AND DISTRICT

HISTORICAL SOCIETY HERITAGE DAYJoin the Burk’s Falls and District Historical Society in Celebrating the 125th Anniversary of Burk’s Falls. Doors open at 10:00AM.When: July 25th, 2015Where: Watt Farm Museum(827 Chetwynd Rd. Burk’s Falls)

“ EVERY SUMMER HAS A STORY.”

When: July 25th, 2015

Where: Magnetawan Community Centre

For event details and times please call(705)382-5895

MAGNETAWAN

LION’S CLUB PICKEREL DINNER

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When: CIVIC HOLIDAY WEEKEND

Where: Main St, Kearney

Fun for the whole family! From land and water sports to dinners and social gatherings, right through to the highlight Fire Works Extravaganza Sunday night, events for all ages.

For details visit: https://www.facebook.com/KearneyRegatta

When: August 1st & 2nd, 2015

Where: Centennial Park, Magnetawan

Enjoy a weekend of great family activities on the water.

For full details a schedules please visit:

https://www.cecebewaterways.ca/

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JOIN US FOR THE SUNDRIDGE

SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL

JOIN US CIVIC HOLIDAY WEEKEND FOR THE

ARTSCAPE STUDIO TOUR

Discover Art in our Nature as you visit various artist’s studios throughout the beautiful Almaguin Highlands.

For details and locations visit: www.almaguinhighlandsartscouncil.com/

BURK’S FALLS & AREA YARD SALEWhen: August 8th, 2015

Where: Multiple Locations

For a list of sale locations or to add a location please call the Burk’s Falls Village Office at (705) 382-3138.

BURK’S FALLSFALL COUNTRY JAMBOREEWhen: August 7th - 9th, 2015

Where: Burks Falls Agriculture Society Fair Grounds

A full weekend of country and bluegrass music, camping available starting Aug. 6th.

For full lineup and details visit: www.burksfallscountryjamboree.ca

When: August 7th & 8th, 2015

Where: Main St, Sundridge

Children’s Movie on Friday Night, Saturday 10:00AM-4:00PM is the Main Street Vendor’s Market, Lakefront Activities, Luncheon, Musical Entertainment, Food, Pancake Breakfast, Courtesy Shuttle Bus provided.

For more details call Russell (705)980-1288


RBCSUNDRIDGE TRIATHALONWhen: August 9th, 2015

Where: Sundridge Lions Building

For registration or event details please contact Melanie Jolliffe at (705)493-2097 or [email protected]

ENJOY THE ANNUAL

LORUSSOPALOOZA MUSIC FESTWhen: August 7th & 8th, 2015

Where: 747 Nippissing Rd, Magnetawan

Magnetawan’s annual music festival! Enjoy a wide variety of genres including rock,folk, blues and soul. Camping available on site.

For full details and lineup visit:http://www.lorussopalooza.com


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SUMMER EVENTS

CELEBRATE SUMMER AT THE

KATRINE SUMMERFESTCome and enjoy live music, BBQ and outdoor games.When: August 15th, 2015Where: Katrine Community Centre(6 Browns Dr, Katrine)

Visit the Katrine Community Centre Facebook page for details.

“ EACH MOMENT OF THE YEARBRINGS IT OWN BEAUTY.”

When: August 21st to 23rd, 2015

Where: Trout Creek Community Centre(181 Main St W. Trout Creek)

Light horse show, exhibit displays, baby show, tradeshow, kid’s entertainment, music, pancake breakfast, spaghetti supper and car show on Sunday.

TROUT CREEK

AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY FAIR

AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY FALL FAIR

2015 ONE SHOT TACTICAL IDPA

PROVINCIAL CHAMPIONSHIPWhen: August 15th, 2015

Where: South River Machar Arena, South River/Machar Arena, 1 Lincoln Ave, South River

Featuring locally produce meats and cheeses. This year’s theme is “Fresh from the Farm”

To reserve tickets please email: [email protected]

SPRUCEDALE

SUMMER EVENTSPECTACULARWhen: August 15th, 2015

Where: Sprucedale Community Centre31 William St., Sprucedale, ON

Horseshoe tournament, music, entertainment, BBQ and children’s activities.

Call (705)685-7901 for details.

SOUTH RIVER

100 MILE DINNERWhen: August 15th, 2015

Where: South River Machar Arena, South River/Machar Arena, 1 Lincoln Ave, South River. Featuring locally produce meats and cheeses. This year’s theme is “Fresh from the Farm”

To reserve tickets please email: [email protected]

When: August 21st to 22nd, 2015

Where: Dunchurch Community Centre and Fairgrounds

Featuring a hands on Science North Display, livestock displays, kid’s zone, contests and more.

For complete details visit: sites.google.com/site/dunchurchfallfair

DUNCHURCH

EMSDALEAGRICULTURAL SOCIETY FAIRWhen: August 28th - 30th, 2015

Where: Emsdale Community Park and Community Centre

For event details please visit:http://www.emsdaleagriculturalsociety.com

10 ANNUALWINDSONG FESTIVALWhen: August 28th - 29th, 2015

Where: 509 Memorial Park Dr. Powassan

Featuring some of Canada’s best indie artists “up close and personal”. Camping is available from tent to RV, and each year free musical workshops are offered on Saturday before the music begins.

For more details visit:www.windsongmusicfestival.com

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EMSDALEAGRICULTURAL SOCIETY FAIR

10 ANNUALWINDSONG FESTIVAL

CELEBRATE THE SEASON

HARVEST FESTIVAL

JOIN US IN CELEBRATION AT THE

MAGNETAWAN FALL FAIR

For full event details please call (705)387-3947.

When: September 7th, 2015

Where: Burk’s Falls, Armour and Ryerson Memorial Arena (220 Centre St, Burk’s Falls)

Many exhibits, crafts, kids activities, inflatables, live entertainment, heavy horse pull and more.

For more details visitwww.armourryersonburksfallsagricultualsociety.com

When: September 11th & 12th, 2015

Where: South River/Machar Arena, 1 Lincoln Ave, South River

This year will feature the heavy horse pull, contests, parade, and more. Come and see the unveiling of the new Harvey Pinkerton Heavy Horse Ring.

For details please email: [email protected]

When: September 18th - 20th, 2015

Where: 981 Midlothian Rd, Burk’s Falls

The Harvest Festival features a variety of world class performers over four stages.

For complete details visit:http://harvestfestival.org/

FALLEVENTS


Where: Magnetawan Community Centre (4860 Hwy 520, Magnetawan)

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LABOUR DAY WEEKEND

SMOKE N’ SPURS RODEOWhen: September 4th - 6th, 2015

Where: Powassan, ON

The SMOKE ‘N’ SPURS FESTIVAL is an outdoor festival with 3 fun-filled days and nights held in Powassan annually on the Labour Day Weekend.

For all details please visit:http://smokenspurs.yolasite.com/

POWASSANAGRICULTURAL SOCIETY FAIRWhen: September 5th - 6th, 2015

Where: Fairgrounds in Powassan

Parade starting at 11:00AM on Sept 5th. Heavy Horse Pulls, Demolition Derby, Live Music, Exhibit Displays, Vendors & Games, Penny Sale & Bingo, Poultry and Rabbit Show, Car Show & Shine.

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JOIN US AT THE

STRONG AGRICULTURAL FALL FAIRWhen: September18th - 19th, 2015

Where: SSJ Arena (14 Albert St, Sundridge)

For events schedule and complete details please visitwww.strongagriculturalsociety.com


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ARMOUR, RYERSON & BURK’S FALLSAGRICULTURAL SOCIETY MIXED SLOW-PITCH TOURNAMENTWhen: October 3rd, 2015.

Where: Burk’s Falls Fairgrounds (220 Centre Street, Burk’s Falls)

To register or for more information call Dawn at (705)224-3657.

NIPPISSING KENNEL CLUBANNUAL DOG SHOWWhen: October 9th, 2015.


For over 60 years people from all over North America have headed north Thanksgiving weekend to attend the Nipissing kennel club dog show and vie for the top dog.

For more info contactAnne McDougall [email protected]

CELEBRATE OUR LOCAL ARTISTS AT THE

ARTSCAPE STUDIO TOURDiscover Art in our Nature as you visit various artist’s studios throughout the beautiful Almaguin Highlands.



For details and locations visit: www.almaguinhighlandsartscouncil.com/

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9TH ANNUALALGONQUIN WEST ATV CLUB FALL RALLYWhen: September 26th, 2015

Where: Kearney Legion

For online registration and details please visit:http://algonquinwestatv.com

MAGNETAWAN LION’S CLUBHALLOWEEN PARTYWhen: October 31st, 2015

Where: Magnetawan Community Centre (4860 Hwy 520, Magnetawan)

For details please call (705)382-5895.

AHACART SHOW & SALEWhen: October 30th - November 1st, 2015.

Where: To be announced

A diverse and vibrant show of art made possible by the talented people in the Almaguin Highlands.

For details and locationsvisit:www.almaguinhighlandsartscouncil.com/

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NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATIONFree skating, horse drawn sleighs, hot dogs & hot chocolate. Fireworks at 6:15PM.

When: December 4th, 2015@ 6 PM

Where: Stan Darling Park, Ontario St, Burk’s Falls

Join the Almaguin Highlands Chamber of Commerce in welcoming the holiday season.

WHITESTONE REC COMMITTEE

CHRISTMAS SALEFind everything on your list for the holiday season!

When: November 20th & 21st, 2015

Where: Dunchurch Community Centre

For hours please visit: www.whitestone.ca/calendar/2015-11

BURK’S FALLS

TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY

When: December 6th, 2015 @ 4:45 PM

Where: SSJ Arena (14 Albert St, Sundridge)

A Parade of Lights will start at 4:45PM and proceed to the SSJ Arena. Lighting of the Christmas Tree, Wagon Rides, Santa, entertainment, refreshments.

WINTER EVENTS

POWASSANCHRISTMAS ARTISAN MARKET

CHRISTMASCRAFT & BAKE SALE

When: November 21st, 2015


Shop a wide selection of hand-made craft from over 20 juried artists and artisans. Enjoy Christmas Cream Tea in a beautiful century home on this festive walking tour.

For a map of all locations call 845-6461 or find us on Facebook

When: November 27th - 28, 2015 @ 4PM

Where: Burk’s Falls, Armour and Ryerson Memorial Arena (220 Centre St, Burk’s Falls)

Get your Christmas shopping done early and support local craftspeople and organizations.

Call Wilma at (705)382-2022 for more information and to register.

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When: December 31st, 2015

Where: Trout Creek Community Centr (181 Main St W. Trout Creek)

When: December 5th, 2015

Where: Powassan, ON

Enjoy beautifully lit floats, tractors, truck & trailers, horse & riders and of course Santa. Participate in a family skate at the Powassan Sportsplex following the parade.

SMOKE N’ SPURS

PARADE OF LIGHTS

SUNDRIDGE

TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION

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WINTER EVENTS

TROUT CREEK COMMUNITY CENTRE

WINTER CARNIVALWhen: February 19th -21st, 2016


Tiny Tot Pageant, Jackpot Bingo, Hockey Tournament, Children’s Activities, Dance, Pancake Breakfast.

Find us on Facebook for more information

KATRINE

WINTER KARNIVALWhen: February 26th – 28th, 2016

Where: Katine Community Centre(6 Browns Dr. Katrine)

Featuring Bowling at Riverbowl, family dance, kids activities, outdoor games, live entertainment and more.

Find us on Facebook for more information

BURK’S FALLS

WINTERFESTWhen: January 16th & 17th, 2016

Where: Burk’s Falls, Armour and Ryerson Memorial Arena

Fun for the family including bowling at Riverbowl, games, live entertainment, wagon rides and more! Find Burk’s Falls Winterfest on Facebook for more details.

SOUTH RIVER, MACHAR, LOUNT & LAURIER

WINTERFESTWhen: February 2016

Where: South River/Machar Arena (1 Lincoln Ave, South River)

Many activities for all ages over the Winterfest week. Please contact Anne for full details at (705) 358-2967.

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

KEARNEY DOG SLED RACES

For full event details please call (705) 387-3947.

When: February 12th - 14th, 2016

Where: Main Street, Kearney, ON

From land and water sports to dinners and social gatherings, right through to the highlight Fire Works Extravaganza Sunday night, events for all ages.

“ WHERE THE SNOW IS SO WHITE THAT, ON A SUNNY DAY, IT CAN HURT YOUR EYES.”

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KATRINE COMMUNITY CENTRE

JAMBOREE FOR CANCER

When: April 23rd, 2016

Where: Edgewater Park Lodge, Hwy 518, Kearney

For online registration and details please visit:http://algonquinwestatv.com

When: April 30th, 2016

Where: SSJ Arena, 14 Albert St., Sundridge

Challenge your PAL. Bring your licence and come out to buy. Over 50 vendors. Air gun and Archery ranges on site.

For details visit: http://www.eaglelakegunclub.ca/

When: April 23rd, 2016

Where: Powassan, ON

The West Coast Lumberjack Show, scottish heavy games, live entertainment, sheep shearing, food and craft vendors, bus rides to the sugar bush, children’s events, antique car and tractor display, pancake breakfasts, baked bean lunch and much more.

Information on www.powassanmaplesyrupfestival.ca

SPRINGEVENTS

When: March 26th, 2016

Where: Katrine Community Centre(6 Browns Line. Katrine)

Enjoy an afternoon of live music in support of Cancer research.

8th ANNUAL ALGONQUIN WEST ATV CLUB

SPRING RALLY

SHOOTERS RENDEZVOUS 21st ANNUAL

GUN SHOW & EXHIBITION

SUNDRIDGE

LIONS WILD GAME DINNERWhen: March 5th, 2016

Where: SSJ Arena, 14 Albert St, Sundridge

Featuring a variety of wild game themed foods, dancing, prizes, silent auction and family fun.

For all details please visit:http://smokenspurs.yolasite.com/

7TH ANNUAL ARMOUR, RYERSON & BURK’S FALLSAGRICULTURAL SOCIETY MIXED SLOW PITCH TOURNAMENTWhen: April 23rd, 2016

Where: Burk’s Falls Fairgrounds (220 Centre St, Burk’s Falls)

To register your team call Dawn at (705) 224-3657.

COPEMAN TREE FARMS

EASTER EGG HUNTWhen: Easter Sunday (May 1st), 2016

Where: Copeman Tree Farms, 66 Bloomfield Rd, Sundridge

Fun for kids of all ages. For times please visit:http://freshlycuttrees.wix.com/copemantreefarms

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BURK’S FALLSWhen: Tuesdays 9 AM to 2 PM

From: May 12th to Sept. 1st, 2015

Where: 44 Commercial Dr. Burk’s Falls (Legacy Life Centre)

Contact: Wilma Robert @(705)382-2022

FESTIVAL OF ALMAGUIN BUSINESSJoin the Almaguin Highlands Chamber of Commerce in celebrating the businesses of the region for FAB 16! Featuring a trade show, kids events, great food and more.

When: May 28th, 2016

Where: To be announced

For location and details please visit: www.almaguinhighlandschamber.com


SPRING EVENTS

7th ANNUAL ARMOUR, RYERSON & BURK’S FALLS AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY

BALL HOCKEY TOURNAMENTWhen: May 28th, 2016

Where: Burks Falls, Armour and Ryerson Memorial Arena(220 Centre St, Burks Falls)

To register your team call Dawn at (705)224-3657

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PERRY TOWNSHIPWhen: Fridays 10 AM to 2 PM

From: June 26th to Sept. 4th, 2015

Where: 1695 Emsdale Rd, Emsdale (Almaguin Highlands Info Centre)

SOUTH RIVERWhen: Saturdays 9 AM to 1 PM

From: July 4th to August 29th, 2015

Where: South River Machar Arena(1 Lincoln Ave, South River)

SUNDRIDGEWhen: Fridays 1 PM to 4:30 PM

From: July 3rd to Aug.28th, 2015

Where: 78 Ontario St (HWY 124), Sundridge (Almaguin Highlands Community Living Parking Lot)

Contact: Lauren Ryckman at(705) 384-5384 Ext. 28or [email protected]

POWASSANWhen: Saturdays 9 AM to 1 PM

From: May 16th to Oct. 10th, 2015

Where: 160 Main St, Powassan

MAGNETAWANWhen: Saturdays 10 AM to 1 PM

From: June 20th to Oct. 17th, 2015

Where: Magnetawan Lion’s Pavillion

Contact: (705)387-3947

“ IT’S ABOUT MAKING CONNECTIONS WITH LOCAL FARMS, FARMERS AND OUR COMMUNITY.”

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Zehr’s Bakeryand GREEN PASTURE MEATS

Scottish Highland Freezer Beef, bred and raised in theAlmaguin Highlands.

Tender, lean, flavorful, the BEST!Heritage breeds of pork, Berkshire, Tamworth, English Blacks.

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Begin your tour at the Welcome

Centre on Hwy 520 located

at the falls in Burk’s Falls. The

Welcome Centre offers visitors freshly

brewed coffee or refreshing ice cream

and is a source of information for

surrounding businesses and events.

A covered walk bridge allows the

spectator to view the falls. If you are in

need of water, you can fill your bottles

from a municipal well at the end of the

parking lot. Near the Welcome Centre is

a public dock and boat launch onto the

Magnetewan River.

Heading west on Hwy 520, once you

pass over the North Creek, turn left

onto Midlothian Road. At the corner

is the Township of Ryerson office and

Garage built in 1989. Annually, in June,

the Township of Ryerson hosts a large

community craft and yard sale.

Half a mile further is the Burk’s Falls

and District Museum opened in 1997

and is dedicated to the pioneers who

first settled in this area. The museum

was built in 1893 as a school house and

carried on successfully for about 45

years. The museum recently acquired

the remnants of the old swing bridge

that once allowed large riverboats

passage along the Magnetewan River.

A two lane bridge was completed in

October 2004.

At 981 Midlothian Road is Midlothian

Castle and gigantic concrete sculptures

known as “Screaming Heads”. These

are the artistic creation of local artist

Mr. Peter Camani. Mr. Camani allows

visitors to enter his property to walk

about to view his sculptures. Mr.

Camani’s property hosts many outdoor

events and is the home of Midlothian

Valley Farm. Midlothian Valley Farm

operates on 7 acres of the property

devoted to organic agriculture. The

farm, in its 6th year, is operated by

the Tota family. A farm market is open

from June to October, where you can

purchase fresh vegetables, fruits,

preserves and home baked treats.

Midlothian Road continues to wind

through forest, farmland and 3 his-

torical grave yards ending at Nipissing

Road. At the corner is the Cornball

store, a convenience store well know for

home baked pies and pastries.

Turning right onto Nipissing

Road, one can enjoy the public

beach of Ryerson Township

on Ahmic Lake. Nippissing Road was

the first road leading travelers to the

north. This road will bring you to the

Village of Magnetawan. The Villiage of

Magnetawan is the home of the hand

operated Dam and locks that allow

boats passage from Cecebe to Ahmic

Lake. With the growing water traffic,

the need arose of a marker in the river

entering the locks and a lighthouse was

built. This lighthouse was restored

in 1995 by the Magnetawan River

Heritage Association and can be

viewed at the locks. Just beyond the

locks is a pristine public beach, picnic

area and local historical museum.

Magnetawan also offers a Farmer’s

Market on Saturday morning, from May

to October, at the Community Centre

outdoor skating rink.

Heading east out of Magnetewan on

Hwy 520 after crossing the Distress

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points and look out points to Lake

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ALMAGUIN HIGHLANDS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | ISSUE 2015/201624 ALMAGUIN HIGHLANDS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | ISSUE 2015/201624

Catherine GauthierJim WhiteJohn RehnNghe TranTracy FowlerJodi PaulSusan OlingAnita Atta Mammarazzi OliveiraHelen LamJim SheddenBarbara StewartCyndi CulbertDavid LawesPatricia Turpin-CetinkayaAmy Arra AggusHilary ChambersMel MontpetitSarah MillwardKathy KujalaKerri Percival MurdochAngela DunnettAndrea Chipman JantziCaitlyn LymburnerChris BrayDiana BrusheyDyane BruntonKaren StephensonKathryn HelmondKathy Kujaka IvanyKimberlee Still HallLiana BoomMerry JohnsonOlivia DavisPatricia Turpin-CetinkayaSamatha-Fay GreenTamara MathewsTammy DrooffTerry MannellaTray EdgertonVern NicholsonVictor MartelloWayne Snow

A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO ALL THE TALENTED LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHERS AND THE ALMAGUIN

HIGHLANDS PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECT WHO CONTRIBUTED THEIR WORK THROUGHOUT THIS

PUBLICATION.

If you would like to help

or contribute to the project please

join us on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/AlmaguinPhotos/.

PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECT

ALMAGUIN HIGHLANDS

The Almaguin Highlands Photography Project

(AHPP) is a Facebook group created for people

to share photographs of/about Almaguin

Highlands (from Novar to Powassan and

Dunchurch to the border of Algonquin Park).

Just to name a few of AHPP’s talented photographers:


If you would like to help

or contribute to the project please

join us on Facebook:

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Capturing the beauty of our region.

Thank you everyone, I l

ook forward to seeing all

the beautiful photographs and learning more about the

Almaguin Highlands though the eyes of all the talented

photographers.

- Nghe Tran,

Founder, A

HPPThe Almaguin Highlands Photography Project

(AHPP) is a Facebook group created for people

to share photographs of/about Almaguin

Highlands (from Novar to Powassan and

Dunchurch to the border of Algonquin Park).

Since it’s creation in 2012 the group has attracted over

1200 members, countless photographer, and a vast

collection of photographs from all 4 seasons which

are continuously used in various media (like this

magazine) helping to promote the beautiful and unique

region.



Sixty-Five Years of Art

The Burk’s Falls Arts and Crafts is celebrating its 65th birthday this year. In 1950, 14 area painters joined together to form a club for recreational painters.

The group met in the basement of the United Church where

the membership quickly grew . A number of the new members were teenagers whose enthusiasm and vitality ensured the groups continuation.

The little group from a small northern village quickly began gaining recognition outside the Almaguin area. In 1956, Gladys Stuart and Helen Pink held an exhibition in the Odeon-Carlton theatre in Toronto and many of

the other members won acclaim in various juried exhibitions throughout the province.

In 1957 the Northern Ontario Art Association started its juried exhibition and the Burk’s Falls group was one of the first to be affiliated with it as they had joined 3 years previously.

Classes taught by respected instructors, lectures on art appreciation and workshops continued to add to the growth of the group and their influence in the provincial art scene.

A few of the featured artists “Killarney Rock” by Diane Millar, “Barred Owl” by

Sharon Stock Feren, “The Sugarbush” by Pauline Langmaid, and “Morning Sun” by

Mary Ann Miners


OUR CREATIVE COMMUNITY The Burk’s Falls Art & Crafts Club

As the group moved into the 90’s there was increasing interest shown in the club by those who practiced other forms of arts such as

knitting, wood carving, potters, quilting, jewellery and soap making. They are now an integral part of the group and evidence of the wide variety of artistic talent in the area.

In 2010, the club took another big step forward when they obtained the use of a historic building in downtown Burk’s Falls to display and sell their products. The Centre with its distinctive bright yellow awning quickly became a focus for tourists and others looking for a unique gift or something for their home. It is located adjacent to Stan Darling Park and the artists can often been seen working there on a painting while visiting with each other and those stopping to observe. They are always willing to encourage new painters or explain their technique.

Visitors to the Centre quickly realize that it is going to take much more than a few moments to see all of the articles located throughout the two floors of the building. Each one is encouraged to sign the guest book before leaving and there are few parts of the world that haven’t been represented at least once. The Centre is open from May until the end of September and then again for a Christmas sale in December.

The club now boasts approximately 50 members. Monthly meetings are held at the Burk’s Falls Royal Canadian Legion on the second Wednesday of each month. They have a Facebook page and are in the process of setting up a web site.

The Burk’s Falls area is fortunate to have the Arts and Crafts Club to contribute its talents to the community.

You can connect with the Burk’s Falls Arts and Crafts Club Arts Centre on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/BurksFallsArtAndCraftsClub


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Lmaguin Highlands Arts Council The Almaguin Highlands Arts Council reaches out into our community to promote all

aspects of visual, performing, literary and media arts. We provide opportunities for information sharing and communication within the arts community, and also gather, organize, store and distribute information relating to the arts and encourage tourism in the Almaguin Highlands through the arts.

During the year we host events such as the Artscape Studio Tour on the long weekend of August, and the last weekend of September (Sweater Weather Weekend) and the Artscape Art Show and Sale at the Caswell Resort on the last weekend in October. Our beautiful Arts Directory that showcases our Almaguin artists is available at different locations in our communities for you to pick up and enjoy. If you would like to join us in promoting all the arts, visit Almaguinhighlandsartscouncil.com and our Facebook page.

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FESTIVAL OF ALMAGUIN BUSINESS 2015 May, 23 2015

SUNDRIDGE SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL & RBC TRIATHLON August 7,8 & 9, 2015

SOUTH RIVER-MACHAR AGRICULTURAL FAIR September 12, 2015

STRONG AGRICULTURAL FALL FAIR September 18 & 19, 2015

ALGONQUIN, HIGH ROCK, MIKISEW & TOM THOMSON PARKS

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Lmaguin Highlands Arts Council The Almaguin Highlands Arts Council reaches out into our community to promote all

aspects of visual, performing, literary and media arts. We provide opportunities for information sharing and communication within the arts community, and also gather, organize, store and distribute information relating to the arts and encourage tourism in the Almaguin Highlands through the arts.

During the year we host events such as the Artscape Studio Tour on the long weekend of August, and the last weekend of September (Sweater Weather Weekend) and the Artscape Art Show and Sale at the Caswell Resort on the last weekend in October. Our beautiful Arts Directory that showcases our Almaguin artists is available at different locations in our communities for you to pick up and enjoy. If you would like to join us in promoting all the arts, visit Almaguinhighlandsartscouncil.com and our Facebook page.


Almaguin Highlands Arts Council

The Almaguin Highlands Arts Council reaches out into our community to promote all

aspects of visual, performing, literary and media arts.

During the year we host events such as the Artscape Studio Tour on the long weekend of August, and the last weekend of September (Sweater Weather Weekend) and the Artscape Art

Show and Sale at the Caswell Resort on October 23rd, 24th and 25th. Our beautiful Arts Directory that showcases our Almaguin artists is available at different locations in our

communities for you to pick up and enjoy. If you would like to join us in promoting all the arts visit www.facebook.com/AlmaguinHighlandsArtsCouncil and

almaguinhighlandsartscouncil.com



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Some of the movies shown had been partially filmed in the area which made for another draw as residents watched for familiar scenery.


Historical Bluebird Theatre in Burk’s Falls, ON

In 1947, local businessman, Doug Wark,

brought Hollywood to Burk’s Falls when he

opened the Bluebird theatre. Located on the

main street of the village, it quickly became a

popular place for residents and tourists during

summer evenings and to escape the cold of

winter. State Fair was either the first or one of

the first movies to be featured. Some of the

movies shown had been partially filmed in the

area which made for another draw as residents

watched for familiar scenery.

After the passing of Mr. Wark, the Bluebird

was owned and operated by another family.

Then in 1982, the village bought the theatre

and moved the municipal offices to the front of

the building. The big double doors that were

used by generations of movie goers were now

employed by residents to gain access to the

offices and the entrance to the theatre was

moved to the side of the building. The cinema,

now known as The Towne Theatre continued

but as costs of heating the cinderblock building

was prohibitive it only operated in the summer

months.

The advent of Digital HD for movies made

the old reel format obsolete and the little

theatre faced another challenge. It seemed

that shutting the doors was a very real

possibility but with local fundraising efforts

and government grants a digital projector and

sound system was purchased.

In addition to movies, the building also hosts

live musical performances. Internationally

known entertainers such as Hawksley

Workman, Kevin Hearn of Bare Naked Ladies

fame, Imogene Heap, Wendell Furgeson and

Katherine Wheatley . Many local and area

musicians got their start standing in front of

the red curtains and sharing their talents.

The theatre also provides employment to the

area students. Many of them obtained their

first experience in interacting with the public,

being responsible for the concession stand as

well as the admittance fees.

The Towne Theatre is, in many ways,

indicative of the area in which it is located.

It has survived changes in technology,

entertainment preferences and economic

downturns because people care enough

to stick it out. Citizens, (and the municipal

governments) showed their support by

volunteering many hours of time as well as

money. The biggest factor of all, however, is

the spirit of the community. Working together

is not a new concept when you depend on your

neighbour. As the grand old gal embraces the

digital age, she does so without forgetting her

past and those who make her possible.

by Anna Branch

BRINGINGHOLLYWOOD TOBURK'S FALLS

ESCAPE to ALMAGUINEXPERIENCE THE BEAUTIFUL AND ENCHANTING PARKS & TRAILS OF THE HIGHLAND REGION

PARKSAlgonquin Provincial Park (Back Country)Location 1: Rain Lake Access Point (#4) Rain Lake Rd, Kearney Permits & Maps @ Kearney Community Centre. Location 2: Kawawaymog (Round) Lake, Chemical Rd, South River. Access Point Office on site for Permits.Algonquin, the first provincial park in Ontario, protects a variety of natural, cultural, and recreational features. As one of the largest provincial parks, Algonquin is diverse and offers something for nearly everyone. The Almaguin Highlands offers access to the ‘back country’ of Algonquin Park. These access pointscater to the more experienced outdoor adventurists.For park conditions, maps and other information, please visithttp://www.algonquinpark.on.ca/visit/camping/

Big Doe Lake Public Beach and ParkLocation: 1686 Peggs Mountain Rd, Ryerson Township Situated on the North-West Shore of Big Doe Lake. Complete with picnic area, bathroom stalls and gravel boat launch.

Brook’s Falls ParkLocation: 690 Deer Lake Rd, Emsdale, ONBrook’s Falls is a great place to escape into nature. Sit and relax by the falls, tour the grounds and don’t forget to bring your picnic lunch! Brook’s Falls is an area favourite for visitors and sure to give a great outdoors experience for all ages!

Burk’s Falls Community Park and Playground | Location: Houston St (Behind Health Centre), Burk’s Falls.A great spot for the kids to have fun complete with a playground, shaded picnic area, portable bathroom and badminton net.

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Burk’s Falls Skate Board ParkLocation: Burk’s Falls Fairgrounds, 220 Centre St, Burk’s FallsOffering a variety of features for BMX and skateboarding on a paved surface. Please note that all safety equipment must be worn as this is an unsupervised area.

Checkerboard ParkLocation: Lakeshore Dr/Pevensy Rd, SundridgeCheckerboard Park is a great spot to start your day on Lake Bernard whether you’re swimming, windsurfing or just relaxing! Complete with a sandy beach, picnic areas and washrooms.

Doe Lake Park (McMurrich/Monteith)Location: On Birch Ct off of Almaguin Dr, SprucedaleThis location offer all of the amenities needed for a great day on the lake. Go for a swim on the sandy beach, or have a picnic. Washrooms are available on site. Launch your boat at the nearby boat launch located at 157 Almaguin Drive.

High Rock Lookout Park and TrailsLocation: 843 High Rock Rd, SundridgeBe sure to visit High Rock Lookout Park for one of the most spectacular overviews of Lake Bernard; tour the adjacent walking trail to enjoy the lake and grounds. Also features a covered picnic area, open picnic areas and benches

Kearney Baseball DiamondLocation: 53 Park Rd, KearneyPerfect for a day of pick up baseball with some friends. The on-site parking area can accommodate plenty of cars as well as ATVs and Snowmobiles in-season.

Magnetawan Public Beach and ParkLocation: HWY 520, MagnetawanDock your boat at the Magnetawan Government docks or drive to this beautiful beach on the shore of Lake Cecebe. Offers a playground and public washrooms. Also features a paved boat launch at the docks and access to Ahmic Lake via the Magnetawan Locks.

Doe Lake Municipal Park (Armour)Location: 1014 Ferguson Rd, KatrineHave a perfect family day on Doe Lake! Complete with a paved boat launch, public beach, washroom building equipped with a wheelchair ramp, beach volleyball area, basketball pad and net, swings, and playground equipment.

Emsdale Community ParkLocation: 29 Joseph St, EmsdaleThe Emsdale Community Park offers a playground area, baseball diamond and ice rink. Located beside the public library and community centre, the park is a great choice for a relaxing day outside.

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Novar Community ParkLocation: 54 McCrandle St, NovarVisit our brand new children’s playground! While the kids are playing, take a walk around the community gardens. Also features an ice rink in the winter.

Pickerel Lake ParkLocation: 180 Kent Rd, Armour TownshipOffers public access to Pickerel Lake via a natural, sand and gravel boat launch and beach. Picnic area and public washroom are on site. Pickerel Lake Park is perfect for a day trip and picnic away from the crowds. Powassan Lions ParkLocation: Behind the Powassan Sportsplex (433 Main St, Powassan)This park is a perfect place to spend a sunny afternoon. Offers beautiful flower gardens created by the Powassan Horticultural Society. Benches and gazebo available.

Powassan Memorial ParkLocation: Corner of Main St and Memorial Park Dr East Need a place to have a friendly gathering? We have beautiful flower gardens created by the Horticultural Society. On the warm days there are shady areas with benches for you to relax. Planning to have some entertainment at the gathering? Well, why not reserve the gazebo for free! It comes with lighting and hydro. Please contact the Municipal Office for booking information.

Rainy Lake Beach and ParkLocation: 636 Old Rainy Lake Rd, Burk’s FallsA great location for a day in the sun on Rainy (Bartlett) Lake. Offers a picnic area, washroom and beach. Sand and gravel boat launch available with free parking.

Richard Thomas Memorial ParkLocation: Pickerel & Jack Lake Rd (before the bridge), Burk’s Falls Formerly known as Thompson Rapids. Relax and cool off in the Magnetawan River. Offers great scenery, swimming and picnic areas.

South Himsworth ParkLocation: 7 Glendale Heights Dr, PowassanPerfect place to play a game of soccer, or host a family event in the community centre hall available for rental. Contact the Municipal office for more information.

Mikisew Provincial ParkLocation: 301 Park Rd South, South RiverMikisew is the perfect family camping destination. The park offers private sunny campsites in two campgrounds, near the shores of Eagle Lake. Tent, trailer and RV campsites are available with or without electricity, on a good variety of campsites, in both campgrounds. The Park is open from May to September annually. For a list of all amenities, please visit http://www.ontarioparks.com/park/mikisew or call 705-386-7762.


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Stan Darling Memorial ParkLocation: Yonge and Ontario St, Burk’s FallsAlso known as the Village Green, Stan Darling Park is a great spot to relax and take in some of our history. Enjoy the shade in the covered picnic area, learn about local celebrity Pete the Bear and remember our Veterans at the captured WW1 machine gun.

TRAILS

Burk’s Falls Heritage River WalkLocation: Burk’s Falls Information Center, Ryerson Cres. Burk’s FallsThe Heritage River Walk stretches from the footbridge below the dam to the racetrack at the arena grounds. With the Magnetawan River on one side, and lush forest on the other, it is the perfect place for walking, picnicking, and sightseeing.

Ebertson School TrailLocation: 3033 Hwy 518 E or 674 Stoneway Rd, KearneyThe Ebertson School Trail follows an abandon side road offering a glimpse in to Kearney’s past. Suitable for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, skiing, four-wheeling and snowmobiling.

Highland Trails: The Pines Location: End of Catherine Ave, Powassan; follow the signsThe Pines, including some of the favourite trails in this area, lead up to Powassan Mountain, one of this town’s great natural attractions. A hike to the top of the mountain offers visitors a spectacular view of the surrounding highlands. A trip along the many back country roads in this area will lead you to discover antique treasures, artists, and craft studios.

Sundridge Lion’s Park and Splash PadLocation: 91 Water St, SundridgeOn-site is a playground, washroom, large pavilion, boat launch, docks and parking. The newly installed splash pad was installed in memory of Stacey Stillar (Sullivan). Enjoy a day on Lake Bernard with all the amenities you need in downtown Sundridge!

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Forgotten TrailsLocation: Multiple Locations (See below)The Forgotten Trails Association creates, maintains and promotes safe and ecologically sustainable trails of natural or historical significance in the South River area. These four-season back-country trails are managed for the purpose of non-motorized recreational trail activities. The trails are managed by volunteers and promoted through local resource-based ecotourism initiatives. Visit http://discoveryroutes.ca/south-river for complete trail listing and trail head locations. You can find the Forgotten Trails Association on Facebook.

Suggested Routes:Beaver Meadow (Mikisew Provincial Park) 2.2km Hiking Trail. Starts at 301 South Park Rd, South RiverEagle Lake / South River Circle – 30km bike trail. Starts on Eagle Lake Rd, South RiverLoxton Beaver Trail – 8.5km multi-purpose trail. Starts on Chemical Rd, South RiverTom Thompson Portage – 2km hiking trail. Tom Thompson Park, Ottawa Ave, South River

Lake Bernard TrailLocations: Lakeshore Dr, South Bernard Lake Rd, High Rock Dr, Sundridge Experience natural beauty on the Lake Bernard Trail. This biking trail is comprised of rural road sections and offers a moderate to challenging ride. Some sections are paved where others are gravel. Magnetawan Municipal TrailsLocation: Biddy St (at the Locks), MagnetawanThere are so many sights to see on this short, 3km hiking trail. View sections of Ahmic Lake and Lake Cecebe as they are connected by the Mighty Magnetawan River. The trails connect the Magnetawan Community Park, Village Locks and Historic Downtown Magnetawan.

Park to Park TrailLocation: Access off of 1695 Emsdale Rd, EmsdaleThe Park to Park Trail stretches from Algonquin Provincial Park to Killbear Provincial Park. This trail system has a total distance of over 230km and welcomes both motorized and non-motorized travel. This trail is a four season trail offering access to snowmobiles in the winter. Start planning your route at www.parktoparktrail.com. Passes available at Algonquin Basecamp located in the Almaguin Highlands Information Centre.

The Pines TrailLocation: 62 Big Bend Ave, PowassanFormerly known as the Highland Trail, The Pines is a series of interlocking loops, spanning 4.26km in the Town of Powassan. Starting to the side of the Eastholme Retirement home, the trail winds through a red pine forest that was planted in the 1930s. Interpretative stations are located at various points along the trail which detail the ecology and history of the area. Maintained by the Municipality of Powassan, The Pines is owned by a cooperative of private landowners.

Seguin Recreational Trail (Trans Canada)Location: Perry Township, McMurrich/Monteith TownshipEnjoy walking/hiking, biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling. Motorized vehicles are permitted on the trail. Visit http://tctrail.ca to map your route!


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Sprucedale Recreational TrailLocation: 31 William St, SprucedaleThe trail is approximately 2km and begins on a boardwalk that stretches across a solitary beaver pond and then proceeds into a forest where you will come across broad maples and high ridges. You may encounter deer, moose or beaver and all around you, there will be signs of their activity.

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S panning over 175 kilometres from the

World Famous Algonquin Provincial

Park to the shores of Georgian Bay,

the Magnetawan River has played a crucial role in the early

settlement and development of the Southern Almaguin

Highlands. The ‘Mag’ was an essential trade route that allowed

steamships, such as The Armour, and other vessels to bring

new settlers and the necessities they required to start building

their new lives in Northern Ontario. Stopping at the various

museums within the villages attached to The Mag, such as the

Magnetawan Museum, will provide a deeper glimpse in to the

role that The Mag played in local history.

Today, The Mag serves a more recreational purpose to the

visitors and residents of the area. Beginning at the Government

Docks in Burk’s Falls, you can re-create the journey of the

historic steamships for yourself. Whether by canoe, kayak

or motorized boat, this route will take you through a piece of

our history as it winds over 40 kilometres through Midlothian

Lake, Lake Cecebe, Ahmic Lake and sections of untouched

Canadian Wilderness. Along the way you can see many historic

local landmarks including Pegg’s Mountain, Echo Rock on Lake

Cecebe, and the re-built lighthouse on the west end of Lake

Cecebe. Before continuing through to Ahmic Lake via the Lift

Locks you can stop at the docks in Magnetawan for a rest or to

take a tour of the village.

The Mag continues where Ahmic Lake empties through Knoepli

Falls. Past this point, canoers and paddlers can access the

Magnetawan River Loop (North and South Branches) which

can be found on the Canadian Canoe Routes website. Along

this route there are various rapids such as the Poverty Bay

Chutes and Cody Rapids that will challenge even the the most

experienced paddlers. Make sure to plan your route carefully

before embarking on your journey!

If you’re looking for your next ‘big catch’, The Mag is home to

a variety of species of fish including Bass, Catfish, Perch, Pike,

Trout and many more. Don’t forget to keep your eye out for the

many great locations for swimming as well! The Mag has some

great swimming spots to cool off during your trip.

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EXPERIENCE THE MAGNETAWAN RIVER

No matter what your

interests are, the Magnetawan River is sure to leave a lasting

impression.

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MagnetawanIf you could betied down

anywhere...

57 Ontario Street, Sundridge, ON (705) 384-7540 www.HasRestaurant.ca

Photography by David Lawes


CELEBRATING

Villages Served: Novar, EmsdaleOffice: 1695 Emsdale Rd.P.O. Box 70Emsdale, ON P0A 1J0 (705) 636-5941Open Monday to Fridaywww.townshipofperry.ca

EMSDALE COMMUNITY CENTRE:32 Joseph St., Elmsdale, ON P0A 1J0(705) 636-5941

NOVAR COMMUNITY CENTRE:25 Laurie St., Elmsdale, ON P0A 1R0(705) 636-5941

LIBRARY:29 Joseph St., Elmsdale, ON P0A 1J0(705) 636-5454

RECYCLING &TRANSFER STATION:775 HWY 592N(705) 636-0588Open 8AM to 4PMClosed Wed & Thurs

PUBLIC WORKS:(705) 636-5965

PERRY TOWNSHIP

Office: 8 Main St.P.O. Box 38(705) 636-7752Open Monday to Friday8:30 AM - 4:30 PMwww.townofkearney.ca

KEARNEY COMMUNITY CENTRE:8 Main St., Kearney, ON P0A 1R0(705) 636-0527

LIBRARY:8 Main St., Kearney, ON P0A 1R0(705) 636-5849

RECYCLING & TRANSFERSTATION: 149 King William St., Kearney(705) 636-0588open 9:30AM to 1:30PMclosed Wed & Thurs

SAND LAKE TRANSFERSTATION: 147 Kallio Rd., KearneyOpen 2PM to 6PMClosed Wed & Thurs

TOWN OF KEARNEY

Village Served: SprucedaleOffice: Township of McMurrich/Monteith31 William St.Sprucedale, ON P0A 1Y0 (705) 685-7901Open Monday to Friday 9AM to 4:30PMwww.mcmurrichmonteith.com

SPRUCEDALE COMMUNITY CENTRE:31 William St., Sprucedale(705) 685-7901

LIBRARY:Burk’s Falls and District Public Library 39 Copeland St. Burk’s Falls(705) 382-3327

RECYCLING & TRANSFERSTATION:2161 HWY 518Wopen 9AM to 5PMApril - November1PM to 5PMDecember - Marchclosed Wed & Thurs

ROADS DEPARTMENT:(705) 685-7901

MCMURRICH | MONTEITH


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COMMUNITIES

Village Served: KatrineOffice: 56 Ontario St., P.O. Box 533Burk’s Falls, ON P0A 1C0 (705) 382-3332Open Monday to Friday 9AM to 4:30PMwww.armourtownship.ca

KATRINE COMMUNITY CENTRE:6 Brown’s Dr., Katrine, ON P0A 1L0(705) 382-5019

ROADS DEPARTMENT: (705) 382-5982

LIBRARY:Burk’s Falls and District Public Library 39 Copeland St. Burk’s Falls(705) 382-3327

RECYCLING & TRANSFERSTATION: 141 Chetwynd Rd.Burk’s Falls, ON(705) 382-2682open 10AM to 5PM May - August11PM to 5PM September - AprilClosed Wednesday

ARMOUR TOWNSHIP

Office: 28 Midlothian RdBurk’s Falls, ON P0A 1C0(705)382-3232Open Monday to Friday8:30AM – 4:00PMwww.ryersontownship.ca

Armour, Ryerson & Burk’s Falls Memorial Arena:220 Centre St., Burk’s Falls(705) 382-3318

LIBRARY:Burk’s Falls and District Public 39 Copeland St,, Burk’s Falls(705) 382-3327

RECYCLING & LAND FILL SITE: 141 Chetwynd Rd,, Burk’s Falls(705) 382-2682Open 10:00AM - 5:00PM (May - Aug)11:00AM –5:00PM(Sept - Apr)Closed Wednesday

PUBLIC WORKS SUPERVISOR:(705) 382-3822

RYERSON TOWNSHIP

Office: 172 Ontario St.P.O. Box 160Burk’s Falls, ON P0A 1C0 (705) 382-3138Open Mon, Tues, Wed and Fri @ 8:00AM - 5:00PMwww.burksfalls.net Armour, Ryerson & Burk’s Falls MEMORIAL ARENA:220 Centre St., Burk’s Falls(705) 382-3318

LIBRARY: Burk’s Falls and District Public 39 Copeland St., Burk’s Falls(705) 382-3327

RECYCLING & LAND FILL SITE: Burk’s Falls offers curb-side pickup within the village limits. Please contact the village office for details. 141 Chetwynd Rd., Burk’s Falls(705) 382-2682Open 10:00AM - 5:00PM (May - Aug)11:00AM –5:00PM (Sept - Apr)Closed: Wednesday

PUBLIC WORKS: Contact main office (705)382-3138

SERVICE ONTARIO: 303 Ontario St., Burk’s Falls(705) 382-9711

VILLAGE OF BURK’S FALLS


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Louisa Moffit, broker

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RE/MAX North Country Realty, Brokerage s Burk’s Falls Branch (705) 788-4171 www.louisamoffit.com

Office: 4304 HWY 520 P.O. Box 70Magnetawan, ON P0A 1P0 (705) 387-3947Open Monday to Friday9:00AM - 4:30PMwww.magnetawan.com MAGNETAWAN COMMUNITY CENTRE: 4034 HWY 520, Magnetawan (705) 387-3947

LIBRARY: Magnetawan Public Library4034 Hwy 520 (705) 387-4411 RECYCLING AND LAND FILL SITE: Locations:Chapman Site: 259 Rocky Rd, MagnetawanCroft Site: 218 25th&26th Side Rd, MagnetawanFor Hours, Please Call:(705) 387-3947 or visit: www.magnetawan.com

PARKS & MAINTENANCE:(705) 387-3947

MUNICIPALITY OF MAGNETAWAN

Office: 21 Church St.Dunchurch, ON P0A1G0(705) 389-1855Open Monday to Friday8:30AM - 4:30PMwww.whitestone.ca

DUNCHURCH COMMUNITY CENTRE: 2199 Hwy 124, Dunchurch (705) 389-3211

LIBRARY: Whitestone-Hagerman Memorial Public Library2206 Hwy 124, Dunchurch(705) 389-3311

RECYCLING AND LAND FILL:York Street Landfill Site:110 York St. DunchurchAuld’s Road Landfill Site:5 Auld’s Rd. RR 2, DunchurchPhone: (705) 389-1855

Hours: Summer: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday: 9:00AM to 6:00PMSunday: 10:00AM to 7:00PMWinter: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday: 12:00PM to 5:00PM

PUBLIC WORKS & FACILITIES: (705) 774-3809

MUNICIPALITY OF WHITESTONE

Office: 28 Municipal LaneP.O. Box 1120 Sundridge, ON P0A 1Z0 (705) 384-5819Open Monday to Friday 8:30AM-4:00PMhttp://strongtownship.com

SUNDRIDGE, STRONG, JOLY ARENA: 14 Albert St., Sundridge(705) 384-5571

LIBRARY: Sundridge-Strong Union Pubic Library 110 Main St., Sundridge (705) 384-7311

RECYCLING AND LANDFILL: Site 1: 483 Forest Lake RoadPhone: 705-384-9898Hours: May 1st to Oct 31st9:00AM to 5:00 PMNov 1st to April 30th10:00 AM to 5:00PM

Site 2: 950 Muskoka RoadPhone: 705-384-5690Hours : June 30th to Sept 7thFriday - Tuesday1:00PM to 5:00PMSept 8th to June 29thFriday, Saturday, Tuesday1:00PM to 5:00PM

MUNICIPAL GARAGE:(705) 384-5819 Ext. 203

STRONG TOWNSHIP

2015 AHCC Municipal Information

Village of South RiverOffice: 73 Municipal Rd. NorthSouth River, ON P0A1X0(705) 386-7741Open Monday to Friday8:30AM – 4:30PM www.machartownship.net

SOUTH RIVER-MACHAR COMMUNITY CENTRE:1 Lincoln Ave, South River(705) 386-2622

LIBRARY: South River-Machar Union Public Library63 Marie St., South River(705) 386-0222 RECYCLING AND LAND FILL SITE:111 Municipal Rd. North, South RiverPhone: (705) 386-0001 Open Tuesday to Sunday 9:30AM – 4:30PM

ROADS DEPARTMENT:(705) 386-2837

MACHAR TOWNSHIPVillages Served: Powassan, Trout CreekOffice: 466 Main StPowassan, ON P0H 1Z0 (705) 724-2813Open Monday to Friday8:30AM - 4:30PMwww.powassan.net POWASSAN SPORTSPLEX:433 Main St., Powassan (705) 724-2537 TROUT CREEK COMMUNITY CENTRE: 181 Main St W, Trout Creek (705) 724-2813

MUNICIPALITY OF POWASSAN

Office: 110 Main StSundridge, ON P0A 1Z0 (705) 384-5316Open Monday to Friday8:30AM - 4:30PMwww.sundridge.ca SUNDRIDGE, STRONG, JOLY ARENA: 14 Albert St., Sundridge(705) 384-5571

LIBRARY: Sundridge-Strong Union Pubic Library 110 Main St., Sundridge (705) 384-7311

RECYCLING AND LAND FILL SITE: 483 Forest Lake RoadPhone: 705-384-9898

Hours: May 1st to Oct 31st9:00AM to 5:00PMNovember 1st to April 30th10:00AM to 5:00PM

Village Superintendent and Roads: (705) 384-7227

SERVICE ONTARIO:2A Ontario St., Sundridge(705) 384-7022

VILLAGE OF SUNDRIDGE

Office: 871 Forest Lake Rd. P.O. Box 519, Sundridge, ON P0A 1Z0 (705) 384-5316Open Tuesday to Friday9:00AM – 5:00PMwww.townshipofjoly.com SUNDRIDGE, STRONG, JOLY ARENA: 14 Albert St., Sundridge(705) 384-5571

ROADS DEPARTMENT: Contact main office (705) 384-5428

LIBRARY: Sundridge-Strong Union Pubic Library110 Main St., Sundridge(705) 384-7311

RECYLCING AND LAND FILL SITE: 483 Forest Lake RoadPhone: (705) 384-9898Hours: May 1st to Oct 31st9:00AM to 5:00PMNovember 1st to April 30th10:00AM to 5:00PM

JOLY TOWNSHIP

Office: 63 Marie St.South River, ON P0A 1X0(705) 386-2573Open Monday to Friday8:30AM – 4:30PM www.southriverontario.com

SOUTH RIVER-MACHAR COMMUNITY CENTRE:1 Lincoln Ave, South River(705) 386-2622

LIBRARY: South River-Machar Union Public Library63 Marie St., South River(705) 386-0222

RECYLCING AND LAND FILL:Curb side garbage pickup is available in South River. Please contact the municipal office at (705) 386-2573 for more information.

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT: (705) 386-0245

VILLAGE OF SOUTH RIVER

LIBRARY: Powassan and District Union Public Library 324 Clark St., Powassan (705) 724-5525 Recycling and Landfill Site: 40 Proudfoot Rd.(705) 382-3332Open 8:00AM—12:00PM

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT: (705) 724-3532

SERVICE ONTARIO: 518 Main St., Powassan(705)724-5493

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“ If you wake up and that liquid sunshine is flowing into your day stop and say to yourself....Road trip!!!! “

oh no... it’s Raining

Y ou see, I don’t see rain the same as everyone else! I see rain as an opportunity to explore!

If you wake up and that liquid sunshine is flowing into your day stop and say to yourself. . . . Road Trip!!!! This is your day to find out just what is out there in the Almaguin Highlands. So lets imagine that day has arrived and you are looking at a pile of gloomy faces and wondering what there is to do around here!

The Almaguin Highlands run from approximately the town of Novar to the south and the town of Powassan to the north. The majority of the main centres are just off the Hwy 11 corridor. This area of Ontario I believe is the best kept secret. We are not Muskoka and we are not North Bay. . . .but we are the delightful area in between.. . . .so come let’s “ Celebrate Almaguin”.

Let’s start our rainy day journey together by picking an area to the south. We will travel north through some of these very interesting stopping points. So let’s do our road trip on a rainy through the “Villages of Almaguin”. I will pick Kearney to begin with. In the town there is a downtown park on the lake ( and let’s not forget the entrance to Algonquin Park is right there!). Do you remember the days of “frogging” in the park? Put your boots and coat on and go hunting along the shoreline you might just find more than frogs! Bring a bucket! Travelling west the highway towards Emsdale take a turn on Fern Glen Road and follow it along to Brooks Falls. Rain or no rain it’s worth seeing and there is a great playground there too! Now, off we go to Katrine. Stop into the general store and pick up some hot drinks and a treat and head off to the park on Doe Lake east to the town of Sprucedale. Doe Lake! Yes that’s where the Girl Guides of Canada host their Camp! Take a look! Rain never stops children from running and trying out equipment!

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oh no... it’s Raining

Our next stop is Burk’s Falls. To me this is the most historic town of all the towns. This town boasts of having two things other towns do not have and that’s a theatre and bowling lanes! What great fun on a rainy day. The arena offers summer skating and day camp programs.

The library is open for borrowing books or what about renting an old time movie! The internet is free and available for use. I know the librarian there can fill your day with exciting programs and books! There are art centres on Main Street that display lots of local artists, and that’s always fun to see unique and interesting takes from creative minds! This is your chance to take home a keepsake of the area. Burk’s Falls has a covered walking

bridge right next to the art centre and at the end of the bridge stop in and try one of the tasty butter tarts in the Information Centre!

Travel west on Hwy 520 to the village of Magnetawan. Just before you get there you have a chance to visit one of the many museums in the area on Midlothian Road. If you continue down that road you will see something your eyes will not be able to believe. . .it’s called the “Screaming Heads.” This is a piece of land owned by a retired artist who created from cement sculptures on his property that you have to see to believe! Alrighty back to the Hwy 520 and continue west to Magnetawan. Maybe this is the day of their Farmer’s Market. Each town has one and they

are on different

days, check the web site!

These markets sell fresh produce and local handicrafts. . . .might even meet the town council out shopping! In Magnetawan there is a lock system in use that allows small boats to travel down the Magnetawan river, it’s a very interesting science to watch how that happens! Next to the lock system is the Lions park on the lake. This park has swimming and play equipment for all ages, Participaction Canada set up some workout equipment to keep us all in shape and if you move fast enough you wont get wet!

Rain or shine you can put on a rain coat and travel the adventuresome routes.

“ I see rain as an opportunity to explore. “

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Back east to Hwy 124 to “Sunny” Sundridge, yes they boast this title so rain or shine . . . .its sunny! The town sits by Lake Bernard which is the largest freshwater lake in Canada without an island.

Great beaches which has a new Splash Pad that is right downtown! Its only rain you can swim in rain! There is a historical house as you enter town that has staff that will take you back in time of the founding of the town. The drive around Lake Bernard will take you past a wonderful look out called High Rock. . . .then over to a great sandy beach to build castles in the rain. . . . .and back to the town for lunch at one of the many restaurants. Its a circle drive.

Let’s head north on Hwy 11 to our next town of South River. I always think of South River as the place to see the arts! This town also hosts an entrance to Algonquin Park. Eagle lake is just west of the town with a great sandy beach for kids and a narrows that pleasure boats go by. . . .and let’s not forget a great place to get ice cream! Back in town if you follow the road to Algonquin Park you will go by Tom Thompson park. . . .disc golf any one???

Let’s travel north to Trout Creek. There is a Seniors Centre in the town that prides itself in making quilts! Stop in and see if there is anyone working today. They love to share their stories and have partnered with children to share their skill. There is a real quaintness of this town.

Further north on the hwy is our last stop and that’s Powassan. I think I love Powassan for all their walking trails. Rain or shine you can put on a rain coat and travel the adventuresome routes! Throughout the whole area you can search for artists’ studios to visit and learn. The library hosts many events for children and adults and usually have a community show downstairs!

I realize some of these stops in our road trip seem like sunny day things to do but a lot can be done in the rain! Don’t let the weather keep you inside. Each town is ready for your visit whatever the weather brings! So don’t sit inside saying “oh no it’s raining!”. . . .say “ great it’s raining we can go exploring!”

The “villages of Almaguin”are waiting for you!

TomFreerSALES REPRESENTATIVE

Brokerage - Independently Owned & Operated

North Country Realty Inc.

Turning your Dreams into an Addresswww.TomFreer.ca

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BURK’S FALLS 705-382-2323 RESTOULE 705-729-1028

SUNDRIDGE 705-384-5437 PORT LORING 705-757-2911

SOUTH RIVER 705-386-2342 HUNTSVILLE 705-789-4957

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Brenda Ransome-SluteSALES REPRESENTATIVE

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We hope you enjoyed your tour!

This driving tour is made up of paved and gravel roads and is guaranteed to have something for everyone. Along the way you will pass many places to eat or shop, so make sure to take plenty of time to enjoy the different adventures. Don’t hesitate to stop and check things out! We welcome you to heart of Undiscovered Cottage Country.

We start at the traffic lights in South River, home of Groovy Glass Beads (lampwork glass art) and Corner Wines. Turn East on Ottawa Ave. and drive for two blocks, turn left (north) onto Isabella St. Follow Isabella as it turns into Mill Rd. You can’t miss the two bridges and dam on the South River. After the second bridge, turn around and head back into town. When you get back to Ottawa Ave., turn left (east), past Chocpaw Expeditions (largest dog sled tour company) , The Bear Chair (drop in buy a chair), Highlander Brewery (open for tours), Black’s Guest House and Nature Natives Art Gallery, about 2.9 Km to the entrance of Tom Thompson park.

Tom Thompson Park is the home of the Almaguin Disc Golf Course and boat launch. When you leave Tom Thompson Park turn left, and travel out over the causeway to enjoy some fantastic views of the South River. Now turn around again and head back into town. From Ottawa Ave. turn left on Ena Ave. (just past Chocpaw) and left again (south now) onto Broadway Ave.

Follow Broadway until it turns into Sand Hill Rd. Sand Hill Rd. will cross Peacock Rd. Turn right (west) on Peacock Rd. and you will see the ‘dog yard’ for Chocpaw Expeditions. Peacock Rd. ends at the S&J Boundary Rd. Turn Left (south) and follow the Boundary Rd. to its end at Forest Lake Rd. Turn right (west) and follow until you come into Sundridge.

The Lions Park, in downtown Sundridge (food and shopping) has a government dock, public washrooms, beach, playground and splashpad. From here continue south down Main St. Over the railroad tracks and turn left on Mill St. Further down take a left onto Albert St. which you will follow until you come to High Rock Rd. Turn left, cross the tracks again and you will come to High Rock Lookout and Picnic area. This spot affords beautiful views of Lake Bernard.

From High Rock turn left and head back into Sundridge. Stay on Albert St. this time across Highway 124 and through town, past G.F. Preston’s (if you need a bulldozer) until you get to Hill Valley Road. Turn Left on Hill Valley and cross over Highway 11, continue west. Turn right on Hornibrook Rd. (north) until it ends at M&S Boundary Road. Turn left (west) on the Boundary Rd. and right (north) onto Park Rd. Park Rd. travels past the Hockey Opportunity Camp and Mikisew Provincial Park. Turn right at the end of Park Rd. and follow Eagle Lake Rd. to ‘the Narrows’. There is an excellent swimming area here and the ice cream at the Narrows Store is the best! Continue following Eagle Lake Road east and you will come magically back to the traffic lights in South River. PHOTOS ABOVE:

Corner Wines in South River, Lake sunset at Tom Thompson Park, Cockpaw Expeditions dog sledding, Monument Bay on Lake Bernard (photo by: Sarah Hicks ), Dock on Lake Bernard (photo by: Andrea Chipman Jantzi )

Motoring in the Almaguin HighlandsA perfect way to spend the day. BY TIM HAINSWORTH


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ers alike. Whether you’re returning for the summer or visiting for the �rst time, rejoice in

the natural beauty that this region has to o�er. We know that you will enjoy experiences

that will last a lifetime. Welcome.

Mac Lang (Sundridge) Ltd. has been part of the area for close to 80 years and we invite you

to come and visit us summer, winter, spring and fall. We o�er new and used vehicle sales, a

complete all-makes service department, body shop, parts and bumper to bumper auto

detailing. Mac Lang is pleased to o�er you a courtesy shuttle or service loaner and a car

wash is included with every visit.

Sales Department Hours: Monday to Friday8:30 am - 7 pm

Saturday9 am - 5 pm

Sunday11 am - 4 pm

Monday to Friday7:30 am - 5 pm

Saturday8 am - 4pmService Department Hours:

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Your source for fun on the water!Complete outdoor adventure & convenience store

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Sundridge, Ontario705.386.2997

[email protected]

DB WettinspectionsSpecializing in residential

also offering commercial& industrial services

20 + Years experience

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located minutes fromsouth river & sundridge

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Fully Licensed & Insured

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Photography by Jodi Paul


Supporting women in creating sustainable livelihoods through

achieving economic independence.

Entrepreneurial Skills Training

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Information, Referrals and Support

A community based non-profit agency that has been serving the District of East Parry Sound since 2000

Women’s Own Resource Centre

105 Ottawa Avenue, South River, Ontario

Phone: 705-386-9672 Fax: 705-386-7111 Toll Free: 1-888-640-8668

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Burk’s Falls Volunteer Community-Link Bus Service

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Stewart Coughlin

RidingRanch129 Riding Ranch Rd.R.R.1, South River, ON

705-386-7465coughlinranch.com

(705) 384.736625A Union Street, P.O. Box 636Sundridge, ON P0A 1Z0www.sundridgevet.com

In Case of Emergency Contact (705) 722.0377Huronia Veterinary Emergency Clinic, Barrie

YOGA HEATHER HODGSON CYA-RYT200

214 ONTARIO ST, BURK’S FALLS

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PH: 705-382-0959 e-mail: [email protected]

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1999 Emsdale Rd., Emsdalewww.bizzybzzbookbin.ca • 705-636-9025

Your localU-Haul Dealer

Almaguin Highlands Business DirectoryTELEPHONE EXCHANGE NUMBERS

Huntsville (Cellular) 788, 380, 571, 783, 787

AstorvilleBurk’s FallsCallanderDunchurchEmsdaleKatrineKearney

752382752389636382636

A Touch of Grace B & B

Ahmic Harbour Bar & Grill

AHMIC LAKE RESORTwww.ahmiclakeresort.comAlgonquin Motel

Allendale Tourist Camp

ALMAGUIN CAMPGROUNDwww.almaguincampground.caBayview Rest Cottages

Bellrose Bed & Breakfast

Birch Crest Resort

Birchwood Camp

Black’s Guest House

Briminard Bay B & B

Camp Akomak (girls)

Camp Chikopi (boys)

Camp Katrindo

Camp Kahquah (bible)

Camp Klahanie

Caswell Resort

Cutter’s Cove Cottages

DAYSPRING COTTAGESwww.dayspring.caDeer Lake Lodge

DOE LAKE CAMPGROUNDRIZZORTwww.doelake.on.caDoeView Cottages

Duckrock Resort

Duin’s Pineridge

Echo Ridge B & B

705-783-8261

705-387-3333

705-387-9292

705-382-2557

705-389-3322

705-382-2027

705-636-5228

MagnetawanNovarPowassanSouth RiverSprucedaleSouth RiverTrout Creek

387636724386685384723

ACCOMMODATIONS & CAMPING

Edgewater Park Lodge

Fern Glenn Inn

Granite Ridge Campground

Haven Springs Cottages

Kelceys Mill Cottages

Knoepfli Inn

Lakeside Cottages and Resorts

Lake Bernard Park

Lake’s End Campground

Lawton’s Cove

Lighthouse Landing Camp

Lillie Kup Campground

Lynwood Resort

Maijac Cottages and Marine

Maple Brae Cottages

Mapleton Retirement Village

Mary’s Hideaway

Mikisew Provincial Park

Mitchell’s Bed & Breakfast

Northridge Inn & Resort

Northern Edge Algonquin

Penbrook Resort

Pickerel Lake Cottage Resort

Princess Motel

Quiet Bay Log Motel and Café

Rainbow Bay Resort

Robertson House B&B

Rockwynn Lodge

RUSSELL MEWS APARTMENTSSandhurst Resort

Cottages and Inn

Siesta Cabins

Family Resort

Somerville Place B&B

Southwind Retirement Home

Sprucedale Hotel

T.J.’s Motel

Tanners Inn & Dining

Welcome Pyle’s B & B

West Bear Lake Resort

Westfalenhaus B & B

Whitestone Lake Resort

705-386-2641

705-387-3791

705-382-3802

705-382-0310

705-384-7504

705-382-3136

705-382-9430

705-386-8390

705-384-2092

705-387-3810

705-387-3811

705-382-2155

705-387-3923

705-387-3342

705-384-7600

705-636-5070

705-382-3427

705-386-8848

705-382-2740

705-636-5683

705-636-1391

705-636-1474

647-779-3565

705-389-1612

705-387-3396

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705-386-2933

705-386-8407

705-386-7762

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705-384-2252

888-383-8320

705-382-5975

705-384-5543

705-723-5230

705-387-0115

705-386-2265

705-724-6498

705-387-0181

705-380-1191407-636-7705

705-636-5047

705-384-0925

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705-386-0846

705-685-1260

705-723-5000

705-387-4725

705-384-0176

705-685-7044

705-724-2314

705-389-2770


705-387-3490

705-387-0202

705-382-3949

705-384-7200

705-384-5338

705-636-5000

705-384-5333

705-492-9770

Woodland Echoes Resort

Ye Old Cutter Camp

Ahmic Marine (Marina)

Almaguin Custom Canvas

Another Place Enterprises

Archie’s Auto

Black Motor Sales

Boothill Towing

Bray Motors Limited

Buy the Dock

Almaguin Choral Society

Angel’s Knits & Yarn

Ash Creek Pottery

At Wits End Glass

Blu Moon Artisans

BURK’S FALLS ARTS & CRAFTS CLUBBurk’s Falls and District Museum

Canvas Back Creations

Creative Memories

Groovy Glass Beads

Haviland Studio & Gallery

King’s Framing and Art Gallery

Lin-Cole Clay Art

Nature Natives Art Gallery

Northern Crafter’s Collective

“Of Trees and Wood”

PETER CAMANI’S SCREAMING HEADSPETRA’S POTTERYwww.petraspottery.comRustic Blessings

The Back Woods Quilter

Southern Exposure Woodworks

Shifting Earth Studio & Gallery

Studio 101

Studio by the Lake

Studio in the Grove

Window of the North Gallery

With Nature’s Help

Whisper Cottage Studio

Woodland Studio

ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT & EVENTS

Crosswell Marine

Danny’s XTR & Service Centre

Eagle Lake Marine

Emsdale Service Centre

Fetterly Garage

G.F. PRESTON SALES & SERVICEwww.gfpreston.comGarland’s Service Centre

Giesler Automotive & Marine

Giesler Boat Shop

Gilroy’s Tire Sales and Service

Griffith Bros. Service Centre

Groulx Equipment

Hilton’s Service Centre

I. E. Smith Bus Lines & Jim Detta Bus Lines

J & C Trucking - Flatbed Service

J & J Farm Equipment Repair Inc.

KATRINE MARINEwww.katrinemarine.caLeigh’s Service

MAC LANG SALES & SERVICEwww.maclang.caMainly Tires

Mason Restorations

Mel’s Auto Sales & Service

Mikes Service Centre & Shell

Muskoka Auto Parts

Paul’s Auto Service,NAPA Auto Pro

Pete’s Small Engine Repairand Saw Sharpening

Phil’s Diesel Repair

Phillip’s Country Service

Phillip’s Towing

Pinehill Auto Wreckers

PNP Precision Mechanical

Port Carmen Marina

Powassan Auto Service

Rickwards Small Motors

Stack Fuels Ltd

Stewarts Recreation

Sundridge Auto Tech

Sundridge Car Wash

Sundridge Motor Sales

Wright’s Tractor & Equipment

AUTOMOTIVE, MARINE & SMALL ENGINE

888-661-3669

705-382-9252

705-387-0267

705-384-5870

705-386-2207

705-636-5966

705-636-5375

705-384-5368705-384-9260

705-386-9393

705-752-3663

705-776-9553

705-382-4008

705-382-3138705-382-3934

705-636-9407

705-724-3460

705-386-9463

705-382-1185

705-752-4211

705-387-3609

705-242-1237

705-386-1167

705-382-6214

705-382-6413

705-382-2289

705-386-2214

705-382-5579

705-386-2705

705-636-9219

705-384-7184

705-386-2279

705-724-3454

705-387-3085

705-685-9971

705-384-7100

705-386-2371

705-724-2531

705-724-1515

705-724-2100

705-636-7012

705-386-2272

705-752-2229

705-724-6046

705-384-0707

705-724-2758

705-724-6565

705-382-3806

705-636-5933

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705-387-4200

705-724-3111

705-636-1596

705-384-7781

705-382-3331

705-384-7960

705-787-8392

705-384-5306

705-724-6644


Almaguin Highlands Business Directory

Al Langman Construction

A.M.J Prince Contracting

Agroff Electric

Ahmic Maintenance

Allen Sohm Contracting

Almaguin Mechanical

Ardot Contracting

Arnica Construction

Arnold Keown Construction

Aultman Custom Homes

Aultman’s Home Heating

Bert Hill Repairs

Blair Flowers Construction

Bob Sohm Construction

Boden Electrical

Boyes, Ted and Sons Construction

Boyes Electric

BrenMar Enterprises Ltd.

Brian Byers Construction

Brian Piper Heating

Burke’s Plumbing

Burksdale Construction

Conditioning

C.A. Boyes & Sons Ltd

CJ Construction

Cedar Croft Maintenance

Ciggies Custom Woodworking

Clare Piper Enterprises

CMI Electric and Heating

Coleson Restorations

Crozier Crete

DB Wettinspections

D.T.R. Enterprises

Darcy’s Drywall & Paint

Dave McCabe Carpentry

Deker Electric

Don Barr Roofing & Supply

Don’s Handyman

Doug Hall Contracting

Dr. Foam

Duchesne Electric

E.J. Williams Surveyors

Evan Hughes Excavating

First Choice Landscaping

Fowler Construction

G. Redmond Construction & Forestry

G Toogood Enterprises

Girard Home Comfort

Grounds Cottage Maintenance

HEART OF STONE LANDSCAPING AND MASONRYIDV Custom Homes

J M Construction

Jamesway Custom Homes & Renovation

JDK Electric

J. Jolliffe & Sons Contracting

Jays Home Improvement

J&S Construction

John Froese Carpentry

Joseph’s Tile & Flooring

Ken Ferris Plumbing & Heating

Klink Enterprises

Larry Geisler Carpentry

Larry’s Econo Sandblasting

Love Glenn Electrical Contracting

Lyall Brayden Painting & Decorating

MTY Electric Ltd.

M Willis Construction

MacFarlane Construction

Maple Hill Construction

Marshall Electric & Plumbing

Marshall Well Drilling

Mazur Electrical Mechanical

McLaren Bros Construction

McMQuillin Maintenance

Michael Moore Contracting Ltd.

Mosmann Carpentry

Muskoka Log Homes

Near North Burner Service

Near North Cabins

705-325-4056

705-571-0429

705-492-7790

705-387-4214

705-386-2224

705-384-1892

705-386-8260

705-382-0183

705-724-3935

705-724-6669

705-724-2589

705-386-8120

705-386-2933

705-386-0531

705-783-3625

705-382-2920

705-382-2030

705-384-7680

705-724-3560

705-724-5921

705-380-0917

705-685-1492

705-724-1118

705-384-0409

705-498-7170

705-387-3027

705-723-2343

705-724-5588

705-382-0000

705-723-1626

705-382-5000

705-386-2997

705-774-1080

705-386-1702

705-840-8348

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705-723-1099

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705-636-9408

705-384-5572

705-636-7835

705-382-2069

705-636-5762

877-487-LOGS

705-387-3479

705-386-8848

CONSTRUCTION, CONTRACTORS & TRADES


East Parry Sound Literacy Council

EMPLOYMENT NORTHwww.employmentnorth.comFairview Early Learning &

Children’s Centre

Land Of Lakes Sr. Public School

M.A. Wittick Jr. Public School

Mapleridge School

NORTHERN LIGHTS CANADAwww.northernlightscanada.caSouth River Public School

St. Gregory’s School

Sundridge Centennial Public School

2 Jacks Pizza

Al’s Diner

Antonio’s Grill

Bean There Café

Bernard’s Bistro

Blue Roof Restaurant

British Boy Fish & Chips

China Garden

Danny’s Justa Pasta

Dee’s Bistro

Double Decker

Ducks Nest

Echoes Restaurant

Edgewater Park Lodge

Fox and Kyte Public House

Laundromat

HA’S RESTAURANTwww.hasrestaurant.caHarbour Tavern

Hawk & Fox

Iron Skillet

Kearney Trailside Cookhouse

Kudo’s Restaurant & Bar

Magnetawan Grill & Grocery

Marc Anthony’s

Michael’s on Main

MIDLOTHIAN VALLEY FARMwww.gypsywholefoodswarehouse.com

Near North Custom Concrete

Neil Brown Well Drilling

Nick Loney Construction/ Dr. Eavestrough

Nick’s Odd Jobs

Northern Comfort Modular Homes

Parker Electric & Pole Line

Paul’s Home Renovations

Paul Sowrey Plumbing & Heating

Peever Masonry/ Muskoka Stoneworks

Pink’s Plumbing and Heating

Pioneer Nook Woodworking

Pullman Excavating and Brushcutting

Purdon’s Heating & Electrical

Rainbow Concrete

RM Sauve Construction Ltd.

RANSOME WELL DRILLINGRay Coughlin Construction

Reutin Construction

Richards Contracting

RLS Controls

Rod Blakelock Renovations

Royal Flush Plumbing

ROYSTON GROUPROYSTON RESTORATIONShttp://roystonrestorations.caSTEPHENSON EXCAVATING & HAULAGESteve Crozier’s Welding &Manufacturing

TEKA HOMESwww.tekahomes.caTrout Creek Log Homes

Trout Creek Planning Mill

Vic’s Welding and Fabrication

W.S. Conrad Construction

Walter Benn Contraction

Weber Plumbing and Electric

Whitmell’s Sand & Gravel

Williams E J Surveying LTD

Wood Products Inc.

EMPLOYMENT & EDUCATION

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

Almaguin Highlands Secondary School

705-387-0957

705-636-0922

705-499-3601

705-783-5638

855-708-4663

705-382-2798

705-636-0555

705-636-7416

705-382-3522

705-382-2301

705-724-9654

705-382-9998

705-724-3113

705-386-0641

705-724-3205

705-382-9355705-386-0030

705-477-5597

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705-384-0011

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705-387-4500

705-792-6000705-382-0924

705-382-2080

705-724-2698

705-384-2000

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705-382-2368

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705-382-2924

705-382-3038

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705-384-5542

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705-389-1120

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705-636-5863

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705-724-5767

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705-636-1970

705-724-1400

705-387-0001

705-384-9621

705-384-5447

705-382-3561


Papa Bear’s Family Café

Red Brick Café & Gift House

Sherri’s Diner

Steirerhut Restaurant

Suds On Main

Sprucedale Hotel

Swisscan Dee Factory

The Sweet Spot

The Swiss Country House Restaurant

The Veggie Stand

T.J.’s Restaurant

TIM HORTON’Swww.timhortons.com/ca/enYETTI’S PIZZAWong’s Delight Chinese

Emsdale Library

Joly Township Office

Kearney Civic Office

Kearney Fire Department

Kearney Public Library

Magnetawan Town Office

Magnetawan Public Library

Magnetawan Fire Department

McMurrich/Monteith Office

Novar Fire Station 201

Ontario Provincial Police

Powassan

Perry Township Library

Perry Township Office

Perry Transfer Station

Powassan & District Union Public Library

Powassan Municipal Office

Powassan Fire Station 1

Powassan Fire Station 2

Ryerson Public Works

Powassan Sportsplex

RYERSON TOWNSHIP OFFICESouth River, Machar Community Centre & Arena

South River, Machar Union Public Library

South River Village Office

South River Visitor Centre

Strong Township Office

Sundridge Village Office

Sundridge, Strong Fire Dept.

Sundridge, Strong, Joly Arena Hall &Ball field

Sundridge, Strong Union PublicLibrary

Trout Creek Arena

Whitestone Library

Whitestone Township Office

Whitestone Township Fire Chief

705-382-2555

705-384-2739

705-386-2490

705-384-1417

705-636-1626

705-685-1260

705-724-5000

705-636-5445

705-387-9292

705-783-1577

705-723-5000

705-382-5151

705-382--9384705-386-7733

705-636-5454

705-384-5428

705-636-7752

705-636-7402

705-636-5849

705-387-3947

705-387-4411

705-387-0148

705-685-7901

705-789-8088

705-382-2015

705-724-2016

705-636-5454

705-636-5941

705-636-0588

705-724-3618

705-724-2813

705-724-3522

705-723-5253

705-382-3822

705-724-2537

705-382-3232705-386-2622

705-386-0222

705-386-2573

705-386-0005

705-384-5819

705-384-5316

705-384-7378

705-384-5571

705-384-7311

705-723-5372

705-389-3311

705-389-2466

705-389-2466


Almaguin Highlands InformationCentre

ARMOUR TOWNSHIP OFFICEArmour Township Roads

Armour, Ryerson, Burk’s Falls Fire Chief

Burk’s Falls and District Fire Prevention

Burk’s Falls and District Health Centre

BURK’S FALLS AND DISTRICTPUBLIC LIBRARYwww.burksfallslibrary.comBurk’s Falls, Armour and Ryerson Memorial Arena

BURK’S FALLS VILLAGE OFFICEBurk’s Falls Welcome Centre

By-Law Enforcement Officer - Perry, Kearney, Burk’s Falls, Strong, Sundridge

By-Law Enforcement Officer - Sprucedale, McMurrich/Monteith

By-Law Enforcement Officer – Whitestone, Dunchurch

Callander Municipal Office

Community Development OfficerBurk’s Falls, Armour, Ryerson

Emsdale Fire Station 101

GOVERNMENT

705-636-0003

705-382-3332705-382-5982

705-382-4010

705-382-2611

705-382-2900

705-382-3327

705-382-3811

705-382-3138705-382-0115

705-382-0503

705-783-6588

705-389-2466

705-752-1410

705-571-1564

705-636-5311

Not listed? PLEASE [email protected]

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Almaguin Palliative Care

ARNICA IDA MEDICAL PHARMACYBurk’s Falls Family Health Team

Clement’s IDA

Cottage Pain Clinic

Dr. Bjork & Stager Optometrists

Dr. Ford Chiropracting

Dr. Terry Starr Dentistry

De Novo Treatment Centre

Eastholme Home for the Aged

Eide’s Residential Lodge

Gorham Denture Clinic

HARENA MARIS HEALTH PRODUCTSwww.HarenaMaris.comHeidi Scott, RMT

Glenn Pharmacy

K’Tiggaaning Midwives

Krep’s Chiropractic

Lady Isabelle Nursing Home

Martel & Mitchell Physiotherapy

MASSAGE MUSKOKAwww.massagemuskoka.comPAYGE WELLNESS CENTREwww.paygewellnesscentre.comHorst Siebert N.D.

Powassan Dental

Powassan Family Health Team (Dr. Houghton/Dr. Woodward/Dr. Salstone/ Dr. Quinn)

South River Medical Centre

Stay Put Companion Care

Sundridge Pharmacy

Vita Novus Recovery Centre

WOMEN’S OWN RESOURCE CENTREwww.womensownresource.org

Almaguin Forest Products

Appliteck Inc.

Arbortech Tree Service

Bear Chair Co.

Beaver Creek Farms

Becker’s Berry Farm

Bella Hill Maple Syrup

Blue Bird Acres Organic Farm

Cambium Group

Cottrell Construction & Forest Products

Darren Young Firewood & Logging

GYPSY WHOLE FOOD WAREHOUSEwww.gypsywholefoodswarehouse.comForrestview Farms

Iron Wheel Farms & Apiary

Kent Trusses Ltdc

Krause Farms Food & Feed

LCBO - Powassan

LOFTHOUSE MANUFACTURINGwww.lofthouse.caLong Farms of Laurier

Longwood Forestry Services

Mandanoodin Farm

MILLER TREE SERVICESwww.jonathanmillercontracting.caNear North Industrial Solutions

Northern Enable

Northern Supply Co.

Nu-Tec Windows and Doors

Over the River Orchards

Powassan Farmer’s Market

Quality Hardwood Ltd.

R.C. Weidmark

R&R Logging & Construction

Rockhill Farms

Schlosser Farms

South River Planing Mill

Springhill Farms

Sugarstone Farm

Sunshine Herbal Farm

Swift Canoe & Kayak

Tim Bryson Forestry Services

Trout Creek Feed & Tack

Waveform Plastics

INDUSTRY AND AGRICULTURE MEDICAL, HEALTH & PERSONAL CARE

Almaguin Choral Society

Almaguin District Snowmobile Club

ALMAGUIN HIGHLANDS ART COUNCILwww.almaguinhighlandsartscouncil.com

NON PROFIT / COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

705-386-0272

705-724-6400

705-724-3640

800-421-1406

705-636-7155

705-724-2305

705-724-3467

705-493-1264

705-386-2371

705-384-7272

705-723-1684

705-382-3561

705-382-9760

705-349-0999

800-461-7592

705-724-2500

705-724-2914

705-382-3637

705-723-5664

705-723-1108

705-382-9804

705-783-0353

705-384-1389

705-386-2000

705-723-1234

705-382-1079

705-724-3144

705-492-7977

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705-387-4953

705-384-7776

705-382-9851

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705-386-7442

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705-723-2329

705-723-5222

705-386-1881

705-384-2224

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705-386-0000

705-636-5912

705-382-2111705-382-4020

705-724-3523

705-571-6618

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705-384-5456

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705-724-2005

705-724-2748

705-384-1765855-586-2862

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705-723-5232

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705-380-0115

705-787-8337

705-382-6600

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705-386-0512

705-724-6848

705-384-5335

877-966-6887

705-386-9672

705-384-7546

705-636-9558

705-384-0590


Almaguin Highlands Community Living (Hillcrest) (Glendale)

Almaguin Quilting Guild

Algonquin West ATV Club

Anglican Church Women’s Group

Armour, Ryerson and Burk’s FallsAgricultural SocietyTrout Creek

Burk’s Falls Army Cadets 3313

Burk’s Falls Brownies

Burk’s Falls District Food Bank

Burk’s Falls and District HistoricalSociety

Burk’s Falls Girl Guides

Burk’s Falls Lions Club

Burk’s Falls Meals on Wheels

Burk’s Falls Rec Committee

Burk’s Falls Royal Canadian LegionBranch 405

Burk’s Falls Scouting

Christian Horizons

Denovo Treatment Centre

Dunchurch Royal Canadian LegionBranch 394

Eagle Lake Gun Club

East Parry Sound Literary Coun.

Emsdale Agricultural Society

Emsdale Lions Club

Emsdale Pioneer Museum

EXPLORER’S EDGE (RTO 12)www.explorersedge.caFriends of the Library Sundridge

Golden Sunshine Club

Harmony Guild

Kearney Lions Club

Kearney Royal Canadian LegionBranch 276

Kearney Senior Citizens Club

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUSwww.ontariokofc.caTHE LABOUR MARKET GROUPwww.thelabourmarketgroup.ca

Magnetawan Agricultural Society

MAGNETAWAN AREA BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONwww.magnetawanarea.comMagnetawan Friendship Club

Magnetawan Historical Society

Magnetawan Lions Club

Magnetawan Ridgerunners Snowmobile Club

Meals on Wheels - East Parry Sound

Near North Snowdrifters

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AM Paul Funeral Home

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Bob Basso Upholstery

Bob’s Broken Bikes

Bonazza Dry Ice Blasting

Bren-Mar Enterprises Ltd.

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MORTGAGE ARCHITECTSALEX PASSASwww.mortgageideas.caInvestors Group

KAWARTHA CREDIT UNIONwww.kawarthacu.caBurk’s FallsEMSDALEPowassanSouth RiverSundridge

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TOP FLOOR WEB DESIGNwww.topfloorwebdesign.comThe Tree Guy

Trig Brendstrup Piano Technician

U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer

Van Der Wijst Law Office

Verzijlenberg Veterinary

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Whitmell Haulage

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YTB TRAVEL NETWORK OF CANADA - KATH ROBERTSwww.ytbt.com/kathroberts

OLDHAM LAW FIRMwww.oldhamlaw.caOlympic Printing

Opatovsky Funeral Services

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Penney & Company

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Pahapill & Associates

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PEACOCK’S SIGNS AND DESIGNSwww.facebook.com/peacocksignsPiggy Banks Storage Units

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Piper’s Technical Services

Powell Cunningham Kennedy and Grandy

Preston Sand and Gravel

Pullman Excavating

Raney Funeral Chapel

Rob Gilson Backhoeing

Robert J. Van der Wijst Law Office

Rock Bottom Enterprises & Docks

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Sandy’s Helping Hand

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Almaguin Highlands Community Guide 2015-16