photo: Telfer Wegg
GREY HIGHLANDS
ONTARIO > BLUEWATER REGION
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Includes the communities/villages of Eugenia, Feversham, Flesherton, Kimberley, Markdale and Vandeleur Population: 9,520
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Approx. 30 km southeast of Owen Sound; 150 km northwest of Toronto
photo: Telfer Wegg
Notable features:
• Geographically, the municipality is a mix of villages, hamlets, rural and
heritage communities, and offers a variety of landscapes from agricultural flat lands, to rolling hills and wetlands.
Small Community
• The Niagara Escarpment World Bio Reserve’s runs through the area. • Agriculture forms the basis of the region’s economy. Farms range from
small family-owned to large and highly automated
• Mennonite families from Waterloo Region have migrated to Grey Highlands and contribute to the prosperity of the area’s agricultural lifestyle
• Businesses also include art galleries—the area has become home to many
artists and musicians
HEARt of tHE bEAvER vALLEY
The Municipality of Grey Highlands is situated in one of the most beautiful parts of Grey County. Made up of the former Townships of Artemesia, Euphrasia, Osprey and the Villages of Markdale and Flesherton, the township proudly boast the natural beauty of waterfalls, the Bruce Trail, the Osprey Bluffs and the Saugeen and Beaver Rivers and encompass the “heart of the Beaver Valley”truly making Grey Highlands the place for all seasons. Recreational and outdoor adventures await from cross-country trails and downhill ski hills, hiking systems, conservation areas and public waterfronts. There is also a multi-use trail corridor which allows for walking, horseback, cycling and ATV riding. Eugenia Lake andthe Beaver River offer boat launch areas for small pleasure craft, rowboats, canoes and kayaks.
• Residents have a deep connection to the roots of the municipality with
many local residents descended from the original settlers to the area
• Agnes Macphail was an early champion of equal rights for women, and Canada’s first female MP. She is a local legend, having lived in the Grey
Highlands Municipality
• Notable alumni also includes Chris Neil, NHL player (Ottawa Senators)
Main Attractions:
• Bruce Trail (hiking and multi-use): www.brucetrail.org • Beaver Valley Ski Club: www.beavervalley.ca
• Eugenia Falls: www.visitgrey.ca/business/eugenia-falls
• South Grey Museum and Historical Library: www.greyhighlands.ca/museum.
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• Flesherton Farmer’s Market: www.fleshertonfarmersmarket.ca • Flesherton also has an arena and community centre
Libraries: 3 branches (Flesherton, Walter Harris, Kimberley) Shopping Malls: Small retail shops and boutiques. Closest shopping mall is in Owen Sound
Movie Theatres: not in town (closest is in Owen Sound or Collingwood)
High Schools: 1 Public High School - Grey Highlands Secondary School
Public Transit: no public transit / local taxi service
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Discover: bluewater
The Bluewater Region. . .
Within a two-hour drive of most major cities in Ontario lies the Bluewater region - a part of Grey County. This is an ideal destination for an international student to experience a true Canadian immersion as the region showcases classic natural Canadian beauty. Over 240 km of the Bruce Trail follow the
Niagara Escarpment (a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve), making
hiking one of the most popular pastimes. The Bruce Peninsula National Park and beautiful Cypress Lake are a short drive north.
Artchitecture reflects the wide cultural heritage of the area’s early
residents, evidencing strong Scottish, English and Germanic features in the many small towns.
SCENIC BEAUTY / OUTDOOR RECREATION
Location: approx. 200 km northwest from Toronto
On an inlet on the southern edge of Georgian Bay Less than half hour drive to Blue Mountain Ski Resort
Outdoor Sports: Boating • Canoeing/kayaking • Cycling • Dog Sledding • Fishing • Golfing • Hiking • Horseback Riding • Rollerblading • Sailing • Skating • Skiing • Snowboarding • Snowmobiling • Snowshoeing
MS Chi-Cheemaun
Passenger and car ferry which traverses Lake Huron between Tobermory and Manitoulin Island
Recreation for students:
• Art Galleries • Coffee shops • Festivals • Libraries • Music Concerts • Museums • Parks • Restaurants (formal and fast food) • Ski Resorts (nearby) • Shopping malls & centres • Sports • Theatre • Youth
recreational centres
SMALL TOWN / HISTORIC CHARM
Why the Bluewater Region?
• Few international students in the towns or schools ensure student
receives a true Canadian immersion experience
• Great outdoor sports and activities • Close to Blue Mountain Ski Resort • Modern methodologies and staff committed to ensuring every student’s success.
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HIGH LEVEL AND WELCOMING HIGH SCHOOLS
OTTAWA
Manitoulin Island Tobermory
Bruce Peninsula National Park
ONTARIO
Georgian Bay
BLUE MOUNTAIN SKI RESORT (55 km)
Wiarton
Meaford
Port Elgin/
Saugeen Shores
Owen Sound
Blue Mountains
Grey Highlands
Hanover
Walkerton
Kincardine
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TORONTO
BLUEWATER REGION
Lake Ontario
Lake Huron
Niagara Falls
TORONTO (200 km)