The Township of Huron-Kinloss Community Profile

January 2019 Table of Contents General Information ...... 4 Location ...... 4 Transportation Networks ...... 5 Land Area ...... 5 Climate ...... 6 Communities...... 7 The Former Huron Township & Kinloss Township ...... 7 Ripley ...... 8 ...... 9 Lucknow ...... 10 Human Resources ...... 11 Labour Force ...... 12 Strategic Plan ...... 15 Business Start-Up/Expansion & Labour ...... 17 Township of Huron-Kinloss Economic Development Department ...... 17 Downtown Improvement Program (Township of Huron-Kinloss) ...... 17 Business to Bruce ...... 18 Spruce the Bruce ...... 18 Bruce Community Futures Development Corporation...... 18 VPI Working Solutions ...... 19 Ministry of Economic Development and Growth ...... 19 Business & Industry ...... 20 Service Canada ...... 20 Education ...... 21 Public Elementary Schools ...... 21 Ripley Huron Community School ...... 21 Area Public High Schools ...... 21 Area Separate Schools ...... 21 Day Care Centres ...... 22 Post-Secondary Schools & Training Facilities...... 22 Health Services ...... 24 Area Hospitals ...... 24 Medical Clinics ...... 25 Chiropractors ...... 26 Dentists ...... 26 Veterinary Services ...... 26 Community Facilities ...... 27 Religious Institutions ...... 27 Libraries ...... 27 Community Centres & Halls ...... 28 Sports Facilities ...... 28

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Parks, Trails & Beaches ...... 28 Media and Communications ...... 30 Township E-Newsletters and Website Notices ...... 30 Online Engagement Website ...... 30 Social Media ...... 30 Newspapers ...... 30 Radio ...... 31 Postal and Courier Services ...... 31 Local Television Stations ...... 31 Local Cable, Digital Television, Telephone and Internet Providers ...... 31 Utilities & Power ...... 33 Garbage and Waste Removal...... 33 Recycling ...... 33 Green Cone Digesters ...... 33 Landfill Site Locations ...... 33 Water & Sewer ...... 33 Electricity ...... 34 Government ...... 35 Municipal Government (lower-tier) ...... 35 Upper-Tier Government ...... 36 Emergency Services ...... 37 Points of Interest ...... 38 Ainsdale Golf Course ...... 38 Black Horse Golf and Country Resort ...... 38 Bruce Botanical Food Gardens ...... 38 Family Funland ...... 39 Kinloss Produce ...... 39 Kinlough Produce Market...... 39 ...... 39 Accommodations ...... 41 Dining & Shopping ...... 41 Annual/Special Events (2019 Dates) ...... 41 Lucknow’s Strawberry Summerfest – June 20th – 23rd ...... 42 Ripley Food Art Craft Festival – August 17th ...... 42 Music in the Fields – August 22nd – 24th ...... 42 Lucknow Fall Fair – September 20th – 22nd ...... 42 Ripley-Huron Fall Fair – September 26th – 28th ...... 42 Ripley’s Christmas Celebrations – November 24th ...... 42 Lucknow Santa Claus Parade – November 29th ...... 42 Contests & Promotions ...... 43 Huron-Kinloss Ice Cream Trail™ ...... 43 Lucknow & Ripley Holiday Shopping Pass ...... 43 Secrets of the Back 40 ...... 43 Contact Information ...... 45

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General Information

In 1999, the former Township of Huron, Township of Kinloss and Village of Lucknow amalgamated to form the Township of Huron-Kinloss. Huron-Kinloss has an economy based largely on agriculture and agricultural services, including food processing, such as the Pine River cheese factory. The Township boasts the friendly villages of Lucknow, Ripley and Point Clark that are full of community spirit and have rich histories dating back more than 150 years. The friendly communities, sandy beaches and beautiful sunsets are just a few reasons why you will want to “stay for awhile… or a lifetime”.

Location

The Township of Huron-Kinloss is located in . It is situated along the picturesque east shore of at the south-end of . Ontario’s Highway 21 links Huron-Kinloss to Goderich, Kincardine and . Wingham is just a short drive heading east down County Road 86. The Township is within 1-1/2 hours of the Province’s main artery, Highway #401, which connects major centres in Canada and the United States.

Approximate Highway Distance from Huron-Kinloss to Nearby Centres Urban Area Kilometres Miles Time (hours) 180 112 2 Buffalo 300 187 3 Detroit 285 177 3 138 86 1.5 Hamilton 190 118 2 Kitchener 129 80 1.5 London 143 88 2 585 363 6 Sarnia 179 111 2 230 143 2.5

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Transportation Networks

Roads

The Township has approximately 381 km of roadway: 201 gravel, 103 tar & chip and 77 asphalt surface. There are 91 bridges/structures as part of the road network.

Kincardine Municipal Airport

The Kincardine Municipal Airport is a Transport Canada registered airport located in the Municipality of Kincardine. It is within a 15 minute drive from Ripley.

Ports

There are two ports located within the Township: Point Clark Boat Club and Pine River Boat Club (members only). Kincardine Harbour is just a short 15 minute drive away and the Goderich Harbour, which is the only seaway depth port on the east side of Lake Huron, is located approximately 50 kilometres (31 miles) away.

Land Area

The Township of Huron-Kinloss covers an area of approximately 440 square kilometres (43,999 hectares/108,726 acres).

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Climate

Average Temperature (C°)

Precipitation

Source: Weather Network –Ripley, Ontario, 2013

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Communities

The Former Huron Township & Kinloss Township

The former Huron Township is nestled between the former Kincardine Township and Township of Kinloss. The sparkling waters of Lake Huron inspired its’ name. Prior to settlement, the area was covered with a variety of tree species and people navigated the Pine River and its tributaries to get around the area. As early as 1848, settlers landed along the shoreline. In 1852, a group of 109 families, who were evicted from the Isle of Lewis in Scotland, settled in what is now Ripley. This group is believed to be one of the largest groups to travel together and settle in one place in Canada. In 1874, the first train tracks crossed the township and established the village of Ripley as a commercial centre.

Joel Eli Stauffer was one of the first settlers in the Township of Kinloss. Perhaps the most enduring legacy in the former Township of Kinloss is the Kinloss S.S. #5 school building on the southeast corner of County Road 1 and the 5th Concession. Typical for its time, one room accommodated all classes with wooden benches for the students to sit on. Improvements were made to the school as attendance grew. By 1960, decreasing attendance forced the closure of the school. Shortly after, the Kinloss-Kairshea Women's Institute began using the school building for their meetings and suppers. By 1995, the membership had shrunk and winter meetings were no longer held in the school building. On September 29, 1995 a local farm owner purchased the property.

Today, the two former townships are home to many farmers who raise livestock, such as dairy and beef cows and/or grow a variety of crops in the area’s fertile land. A number of small hamlets are scattered across the townships; several offer community meeting places.

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Ripley

Ripley is named after a town in Derbyshire, England. Between 1874 and 1880, the community was known as Dingwall. By 1886, approximately

13 years after the Wellington, Grey and Bruce Railway was completed, Ripley was a thriving community. The community now had a post office, barber shop, harness shop, two blacksmith shops, a grain elevator, a carriage works, flax and oatmeal mills, a brick school, a planing mill, a township hall, three hotels, four churches of various denominations, four general stores, two grocery stores, and several other stores. The village was incorporated in 1925.

Over the years, Ripley has become known as the “Hub of Huron”. It is situated at the heart of the Township of Huron-Kinloss and is home to the Township’s municipal offices. It currently has a population of approximately 600 people. The community boasts a post office, legion, retirement home, an arena, soccer fields, a library, a school, tennis courts, two churches, a ball diamond, various stores and a volunteer fire department. The Ripley-Huron Community Centre is well used by seniors and families. Lewis Park is also well used by the community as a play area and community meeting space. It features a pavilion, picnic tables, benches, swings, a multi- play structure and climber, play stations, a splash pad, and an accessible family washroom.

Ripley has recently been identified as a community that is “handcrafted and unique”. Many artists have made Ripley their home and handcrafted items such as woodworking and pottery are available downtown. You can even create something of your own by trying your hand at the pottery wheel. Be sure to visit the new restaurant in town, FIG Studio Kitchen, which features dishes many with local products and ingredients.

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Point Clark

In 1850, this area was known simply as “The Point”. The name was changed to “Pine Point” because a lantern was hung from a pine tree to warn sailors of the offshore shoal in pre-lighthouse days. When settlers arrived from Clark Township (Durham County) in the 1850s, they renamed their new home, Point Clark. A lighthouse was built to warn sailors of the dangers of the reefs about 2 miles off the shoreline. The lantern in the lighthouse was first lit on April 1, 1859. Although gristmills and stores sprung up after the lighthouse was built in the late 1850s, the community did not experience much growth. Eventually, some of these buildings were relocated and used as farmhouses.

Point Clark remains a quiet, pretty residential community tucked into the shoreline of Lake Huron. Point Clark is a welcoming haven for summer residents, young families and retirees. It is best known for its imperial lighthouse tower and sandy beaches. The lighthouse was designated a National Historic Site in 1967 and was the first Ontario lighthouse to be designated as such by . Tours of the lighthouse and museum (located in the former keeper's quarters) are available from the end of June to Labour Day. Special sunset tours are available through pre- booking on Friday and Saturday evenings. There are also a number of activities and events residents and visitors can participate in year-round. The Point Clark Community Centre is home to the Huron Shores Lions Club and the Huron Lakeshore Friendship Club, which enjoys weekly card games, shuffleboard and other activities. There are also several natural trails in the community and parks for families to enjoy.

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Lucknow

Lucknow was named after a town in India where, in 1857, a vicious battle took place between the besieging native rebels and the liberating British army. Several Lucknow streets bear the names of some of the British generals involved in the Indian Mutiny: Ross, Outram, Havelock, Willoughby, Rose and Canning. The first settler, Eli Stauffer, constructed a dam and built a sawmill in 1856. In 1858, Ralph Miller purchased a parcel of Stauffer's land and built “Balaclava House”, a log tavern. James Somerville purchased the Stauffer mill and land rights in 1858 and had village lots surveyed, earning Somerville the title of the “Father of Lucknow”.

Lucknow currently has a population of approximately 1100. The village has a rich Scottish heritage. It is located along a busy highway that leads to Lake Huron. Lucknow has everything to satisfy your needs from unique home décor, restaurants and brand name clothing, to a butcher and a baker! Lucknow truly is Huron-Kinloss’ “general store”! The Lucknow & District Sports Complex has two activity/meeting rooms, an NHL regulation ice surface, Moffitness, and is home to the Recreation and Tourism Offices. As well, its outdoor amenities feature an accessible pool, splash pad, skateboard park, and a gazebo. Residents and visitors can also enjoy the community’s picturesque natural settings, such as Mill Pond. The Lucknow Walk, which is a 5-km trail, follows the banks of three creeks where they meet with the Nine Mile River, and then loops back into town. Anglers can dangle a hook for both warm and cold-water species, including rainbow and brook trout.

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Human Resources

The most recent population data, most of which was collected in 2016 by Statistics Canada, is provided in the tables/figures below.

Population Growth Community 2011 2016 Population Change (%) Township of Huron-Kinloss 6,790 7,069 4.1 Bruce County 66,102 68,147 3.1

Population Comparison to Ontario by Age Group (2016)

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0 0-4 5-19 20-34 35-49 50-64 65+ Age Group

Household Information (2016) Total private households 2,775 Average household size 2.5 Median total income of households in 2015 ($) 75,456

Source: Statistics Canada, 2016 Census of Population

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Labour Force

The most recent labour force data, which was collected in 2016 by Statistics Canada through the National Household Survey, is provided in the tables/figures below.

Education Levels of Residents 15 Years and Over (2016)

1600 Total 1400 Male 1200 Female

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0 no certificate, high school Apprenticeship college, CEGEP or university certificate university certificate, diploma or degree certificate or or trades certificate other non-university or diploma below the diploma or degree equivalent or diploma certificate or diploma bachelor level Level of Education

Labour Force 15 Years and Over by Occupation (2016) Total Male Female All Occupations 3,405 1,830 1,575

Management occupations 495 350 145

Business, finance & administration occupations 430 115 310 Natural & applied sciences & related 210 170 40 occupations Health occupations 275 30 245

Occupations in education, law and social, 250 45 200 community and government services Occupations in art, culture, recreation & sport 70 30 40 Sales & service occupations 665 230 440 Trades, transport & equipment operators & 605 565 35 related occupations

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Occupations in natural resources, agriculture 215 160 60 and related production occupations Occupations in manufacturing and utilities 195 135 55

Labour Force 15 Years and Over by Industry Divisions (2016) Total Male Female All Industries 3,405 1830 1575 Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting 470 345 125 Mining, quarrying and oil and gas extraction 35 30 10 Utilities 445 335 110 Construction 390 320 65 Manufacturing 220 160 55 Wholesale trade 95 55 35 Retail trade 350 140 210 Transportation & warehousing 95 65 30 Information & cultural industries 45 30 20 Finance & insurance 75 25 45 Real estate and rental and leasing 40 15 30 Professional, scientific & technical services 80 45 35 Accommodation & food services 210 50 155 Management of companies and enterprises 0 0 0 Administrative & support, waste management & 75 30 45 remediation services Educational services 135 25 115 Health care & social assistance 330 20 310 Arts, entertainment & recreation 70 30 40 Accommodation and food services 170 50 120 Public administration 100 35 65 Other services 175 75 100

Wage by Occupation (annual wage/salary) Community Province Difference Management occupation $66,822 $94,759 -$27,937 Business, finance, admin. $43,994 $42,040 $1,954 Natural and applied sciences and $56,175 $59,768 -$3,593 related occupations Health occupation $54,308 $45,284 $9,024 Social science, education, government $50,399 $47,907 $2,492 service and religion Art, culture, recreation and sport $11,347 $16,073 -$4,726 Sales and service $25,389 $23,322 $2,067 Trades, transport and equipment $53,191 $43,089 $10,102 operators

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Unique to primary industry $29,221 $10,046 $19,175 Unique to processing, manufacturing $47,795 $29,775 $18,020 and utilities

Source: Statistics Canada, special tabulation, unpublished data, Labour Force Survey, 2010

Wage by Industry (average hourly wage) Industry Hourly Wage Utilities $35.49 Agriculture $13.86 Forestry, fishing, mining, and oil and gas extraction N/A Construction $20.75 Manufacturing $20.21 Wholesale Trade $16.03 Transportation $19.15 Information and cultural industries $18.71 Goods producers $22.50 Professional, scientific and technical $19.75 Management of companies and enterprise $15.96 Finance, insurance, real estate and rental and leasing $20.20 Educational services $27.77 Health care and social assistance $22.91 Accommodation and food services $11.70 Other services $17.72 Public administration $27.79

Source: Statistics Canada, special tabulation, unpublished data, Labour Force Survey, 2010

Major Area Private Sector Employers Business Name Product/Service Employees (approximate) Bruce Power (RR#2 Tiverton – Nuclear power generating 3,700+ Located outside the municipality) plant Hurontel Telecommunications 40 (20-Ripley) Pine River Cheese and Butter Co- Cheese factory and retail 36 operative (RR#4 Ripley) store Snobelen Farms Ltd. Agricultural Services 35 BlackHorse Golf & Country Resort Golf Course 29

For a full list of businesses operating in Huron-Kinloss see: www.huronkinloss.com/business-directory.cfm

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Strategic Plan

Huron-Kinloss completed and released the community’s sustainability plan, “Our Future: Huron-Kinloss” in 2013 and is available for download here: www.huronkinloss.com/sustainability-strategic-p.cfm. The plan outlines the Township’s mission, vision, guiding principles of sustainability, goals, directions and actions.

A total of 567 people participated in and contributed to the contents of the plan. Engagement was through a steering committee, working groups, Township staff, stakeholder meetings and presentations, a community forum and comment cards. The plan also includes a detailed implementation plan for proposed actions, including leads, partners and measures of success. The overall vision, mission and guiding principles of the plan are illustrated in the figures below.

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Business Start-Up/Expansion & Labour

Township of Huron-Kinloss Economic Development Department

The Business and Economic Officer provides assistance to businesses looking to open, relocate or expand a business in the Township. Responsibilities also include: maintaining the business directory; promoting tourism attractions, events and points of interest; assisting local businesses with accessing resources such as grants and training opportunities; and supporting downtown revitalizations committees and business groups. The Business and Economic Officer also organizes the following promotions each year: Huron-Kinloss Ice Cream Trail™; Lucknow and Ripley Holiday Shopping Pass; and Huron-Kinloss Dollars.

If you are interested in knowing what vacant commercial and industrial properties we currently have available, please see Appendix A and Appendix B. These maps are frequently updated online at www.huronkinloss.com/business-centre.cfm. Also see our Development StoryMap online: https://brucecounty.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapTour/index.html?appi d=e2c03321099e401fabc01fda1ee5ef77 To learn more about these properties, please contact Mary Rose Walden (Chief Administrative Officer) or Taralyn Cronin (Business and Economic Officer) at 519-395-3735.

Downtown Improvement Program (Township of Huron-Kinloss)

The Township of Huron-Kinloss offers several financial incentive-based programs, including:

 Façade Improvement Grant Program - This grant matches local cash contributions up to $3,000.00 for façade improvement projects under $10,000.00 with an additional $1000.00 given to projects over $10,000.00.

 Storefront Sign Improvement Program - This grant matches local cash contributions up to $1,000.00 for sign and awning projects.

 Infrastructure Works/Building Restoration and Accessibility Enhancements - This is a Tax Increment Equivalent Grant (TIEG) program to provide tax assistance to private land owners in order to encourage private sector investment in properties and buildings (must increase the assessed property value by at least $100,000).

 Community Energy Efficiency - To assist commercial property owners with improving their energy efficiency and conservation, the Township would match local cash contributions for eligible improvements up to $3,000. 17

The Township partners with Bruce County’s Spruce the Bruce Program to give applicants access to additional funding for façade and signage improvements based on available funding through the County. More information about these programs and application forms are available online: http://www.huronkinloss.com/downtown-improvement- progr.cfm?is=2

Business to Bruce

Bruce County provides assistance to those wanting to start a business and grow a business through their Business to Bruce Program. Clients are provided with easy access to FREE and confidential business consulting services workshops and information covering planning, management, marketing, financing and more.

Contact Information:

30 Park St. Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0 1-800-265-3005 https://brucecounty.on.ca/business/business-to-bruce

Spruce the Bruce

Spruce the Bruce (STB) is a downtown improvement program created by the County of Bruce with its goal to enact positive change to support livable, economically viable communities. The STB program focuses on downtown cores- as Main Streets within Bruce County represent over 2/3rds of our commercial assessment and are main point of contact with tourism dollars. The STB Program has been initiated to assist communities with improvements that make them more attractive, pedestrian-friendly, and distinctive. The Spruce the Bruce program offers more than just grants and includes organizational support for Bruce County communities in the form of design services, policy research and action plan development.

Both of our downtowns in Lucknow and Ripley participate in this program. Please visit: http://www.brucecounty.on.ca/business/grants.php for details on grants available to business owners for signage, facade improvements, awnings and more!

Bruce Community Futures Development Corporation

The Bruce Community Futures Development Corporation is a not for profit organization whose mandate is to develop and diversify the local economy through three activities: community strategic planning, business counselling and investment in small business. They offer business services such as mentoring,

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Contact Information:

P.O. Box 208 233 Broadway St. Kincardine, ON N2Z 2X9 519-396-8141 www.bruce.on.ca [email protected]

VPI Working Solutions

VPI provides employment programs, assessments and supportive vocational services that help residents of Ontario improve job readiness, explore training and get back to work.

As a service provider for the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU), VPI facilitates several Employment Ontario programs to help job seekers find work and training opportunities. They also work directly with employers who are looking to hire. These programs and services are free for job seekers and employers as they are funded by the government of Ontario and, in part, by the .

For more information about VPI and their programs, visit: https://www.vpi- inc.com

Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Growth

The Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Growth:

 delivers a range of programs, services and tools to help businesses innovate and compete in today’s fast-changing global economy, including business support, youth entrepreneurship programs and strategic investments

 helps make investing in Ontario more attractive for businesses, while protecting the public interest

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Visit http://www.ontario.ca/ministry-economic-development-trade- employment for resources relating to business start-ups, business expansions, youth entrepreneurship and accessibility.

Canada Business & Industry

Canada Business & Industry provides resources and information to help Canadians get their businesses going and growing. The Canada Business Network promotes entrepreneurship and innovation, and provides assistance through an organized network of service centres across Canada. There is a centre in each province and territory working with partners in many communities across their region, providing you with numerous service access points. Visit https://www.canada.ca/en/services/business.html for information on starting a business, funding, business planning, market research, succession planning and more.

Service Canada

Service Canada provides Canadians with a single point of access to a wide range of government services and benefits. For example, services to assist you in starting a business, transitioning to a new career, and applying for employment insurance. Visit www.servicecanada.gc.ca

Job Bank is a job listing website provided by Service Canada. It connects thousands of workers, job seekers and employers across Canada and is free of service charges. See www.jobbank.gc.ca

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Education

Public Elementary Schools

Lucknow Central Public School 463 Bob St. Lucknow, ON N0G 2H0 www.luc.bwdsb.on.ca

Ripley Huron Community School

29 Queen St. Ripley, ON N0G 2R0 www.rip.bwdsb.on.ca

Area Public High Schools

F.E. Madill Secondary School 231 Madill Dr. Wingham, ON N0G 2W0 519-357-1800 http://femadill.com

Kincardine and District Secondary School 885 River Lane Kincardine, ON N2Z 2B9 519-396-9151 www.kdss.bwdsb.on.ca

Area Separate Schools

Sacred Heart High School PO Box. 1480 450 Robinson St. Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0 519-881-1900 http://shhs.bgcdsb.org

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Sacred Heart School Teeswater PO Box 220 18 Gordon St. W Teeswater, ON N0G 2S0 519-392-6854 http://tsh.bgcdsb.org

St. Anthony’s School 709 Russell St. Kincardine, ON N2Z 1R1 519-396-4330 http://sta.bgcdsb.org/home

Day Care Centres

Ripley Family Child Care 18 Tain St. Ripley, ON N0G 2R0 519-395-5570 [email protected] http://ymcaowensound.on.ca/Child-Care/?pageid=84

Post-Secondary Schools & Training Facilities

 Huron-Kinloss is located within 1-1/2 to 2 hours of several universities and colleges, which offer both full-time and part-time programs (some distance education classes offered), including:  Georgian College - Owen Sound Campus  Fanshawe College (London) – offers courses in Huron and Bruce Counties. For more information, please visit: https://www.fanshawec.ca/about- fanshawe/locations/fanshawe-huron-bruce  University of Guelph  University of Waterloo  Conestoga College (Kitchener)  Wilfred Laurier University  Western University

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 The Southampton Art School is a non-profit registered charitable organization dedicated to celebrating the joy of creativity and developing artistic talent since 1957. We combine a tradition of excellence with a youthful, energetic approach to bring you dynamic programs emphasizing fun and excitement that the whole family can appreciate. With more than 130 art and creativity classes offered year round, artists from 3-103 are sure to find something to enjoy and spark the imagination. Courses range from single day classes to 5- day workshops. Classes are offered in Southampton and at satellite locations in the area. See https://www.southamptonartscentre.com for more details.

 Get your degree, diploma or certificate or upgrade your skills online through Contact North. For more information visit: https://contactnorth.ca

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Health Services

Area Hospitals

Alexandra Marine & General Hospital

Located in Huron County, the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital is a full service community hospital, which serves the Town of Goderich and surrounding communities. It provides on-call coverage for internal medicine, general surgery, diagnostic imaging, anaesthesia, and obstetrics. The Emergency Department also has a physician on duty twenty-four hours a day, seven days per week.

Contact Information:

120 Napier St. Goderich, ON N7A 1W5 519-524-8689 www.amgh.ca

The South Grey Bruce Health Centre (Kincardine Hospital)

South Bruce Grey Health Centre serves a community of approximately 44,000 people, plus 10,000 seasonal residents and 30,000 tourists across four rural hospital sites located in Chesley, Durham, Kincardine and Walkerton. Staff of close to 400 people provide high quality care in a friendly and safe environment. All of our sites offer 24- hour emergency care. Other services include acute, coronary care, obstetrical, surgical and a full range of diagnostic and ambulatory care services.

Contact Information:

43 Queen St. Kincardine, ON N2Z 1G6 519-396-3331 www.sbghc.on.ca

Wingham and District Hospital

The Wingham and District Hospital is a modern, progressive acute care facility providing hospital services to Wingham and surrounding area including: medical, surgical, paediatric, chronic and rehabilitation bed and other services, including 24-hour emergency coverage. Hospital services include:

 Modern emergency department with 24-hour on-call coverage

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 Surgical Services  Ambulatory care services  Acute, chronic and rehabilitation inpatient beds  Rehabilitation department including physiotherapy occupational therapy and speech language pathology  Outpatient specialist clinics  Oncology clinic in affiliation with South West Regional Cancer Centre, London  Fully integrated electronic patient health record with Family Health Team and Physician offices

Contact Information: Source: www.lwha.ca/Default.aspx?cid= 270 Carling Terr 30&lang=1 Wingham, ON N0G 2W0 519-357-3210 www.lwha.ca/Default.aspx?cid=30&lang=1

Medical Clinics

There are two medical clinics located within the Township of Huron-Kinloss:

Lucknow Medical Centre 691 Havelock Lucknow, ON N0G 2H0 519-528-2810

Ripley and District Medical Centre 18 Tain St. Ripley, ON N0G 2R0 519-395-2601

Clinics located within close proximity to the Township:

Kincardine Community Medical Clinic 44 Queen St. Kincardine, ON N2Z 3C1 519-396-2600

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South Bruce Grey Health Centre 43 Queen St. Kincardine, ON N2Z 1G6 519-396-3331 www.sbghc.on.ca

Chiropractors

Lucknow Chiropractic & Wellness Centre 580 Campbell St. Lucknow, ON N0G 2H0 519-528-5083 www.lucknowchiropractic.com

Dentists

Grundy Family Dental Care operates from two locations: Lucknow and Hanover. They provide family and cosmetic dentistry.

693 Havelock Street Lucknow, ON N0G 2H0 519-528-2621 Source: www.hanoverdentalcare.com [email protected] http://www.hanoverdentalcare.com

Veterinary Services

Lucknow Huron Veterinary Services 623 Campbell Street Lucknow, ON N0G 2H0 519-528-3737

Ripley Huron Veterinary Clinic Bruce Rd. 6 Ripley, ON N0G 2R0 519-395-2906 [email protected]

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Community Facilities

Religious Institutions

The Township is serviced by 10 churches:

 Anglican Church of the Ascension: 519- 396-2185  Kinlough Presbyterian Church (RR#2 Holyrood): 519-395-2290  Knox Presbyterian Church (Ripley): 519-395-2656  Lucknow Community Christian Reformed Church: 519-528- 3133  Lucknow Presbyterian Church: 519-528-3549  Lucknow United Church: 519-528-2607  Pine River United Church (RR#1 Ripley): 519-396-5371  South Kinloss Presbyterian Church (RR#5 Lucknow): 519-528-5344  St. Andrews United Church (Ripley): 519-395-2263  St. Lukes Anglican Church (Point Clark - RR#1 Kincardine): 519-395-0093

Libraries

The Bruce County Public Library is comprised of 18 branch libraries, two of which are located in Huron-Kinloss. The Bruce County Library offers a number of materials and services including electronic databases, e-books, books, periodicals DVDs, audio books of different kinds, music CD’s, public use computers, access to the internet, business information, in-depth reference and information retrieval.

Lucknow Branch Library 526 Campbell St. Lucknow, ON N0G 2H0 519-528-3011 E-mail: [email protected] http://library.brucecounty.on.ca

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Ripley Branch Library 727 Jessie Street Ripley Ontario N0G 2R0 Phone: (519) 395-5919 Fax: (519) 395-5919 E-mail: [email protected] http://library.brucecounty.on.ca

Community Centres & Halls

 Ripley-Huron Community Centre: 17 Queen Street, Ripley  Kinloss Community Centre: 4303 Hwy 9, Kincardine  Lucknow Community Centre: 694 Willoughby St, Lucknow  Lucknow Townhall: 526 Campbell St, Lucknow  Point Clark Community Centre: 344 Lake Range Dr, Point Clark  Purple Grove Community Centre: 788 Sideroad 5 south of Conc 12, Ripley  Whitechurch Hall: 9 Whitechurch St, Whitechurch

For more information see: www.huronkinloss.com/facilities.cfm?categoryid=1

Sports Facilities

 Moffitness: 680 Campbell St., Lucknow  Lucknow & District Pool & Splash Pad: 662 Campbell St., Lucknow  Lucknow & District Sports Complex: 680 Campbell St., Lucknow  Lucknow Kinsmen Soccer Fields: 790 Havelock St., Lucknow  Lucknow Lawn Bowling: 533 Hamilton St., Lucknow  Park Street Soccer Fields: 59 Park St., Ripley  Pine River Boat Club: Point Clark  Point Clark Boat Club: Point Clark

For more information see: www.huronkinloss.com/facilities.cfm?categoryid=2

Parks, Trails & Beaches

There are numerous parks scattered across the Township and several trail networks for recreational use. There are also four sandy beaches in Huron- Kinloss for public enjoyment:  Boiler Beach 28

 Bruce Beach  Lurgan Beach  Point Clark Beach

The two main beaches are Point Clark Beach and Boiler Beach.

Point Clark Beach

Point Clark Beach has ample parking adjacent to the historic lighthouse, which stands guard over a tranquil sandy beach as well as the sometimes turbulent waters of Lake Huron. The playground, picnic area, washroom facilities and small harbour make it an attractive daytrip destination. Ice cream is available at Lighthouse Pizza and Ice Cream Shop, which is just a short walk from the beach and if you are really hungry, Lake Range Restaurant is a great place to grab some fish and chips.

Access Point: The end of Lighthouse Road off of Huron Road in Point Clark

Boiler Beach

In the North of the Township you will find the remains of the Erie Belle, a Steamer that exploded along the shoreline of Lake Huron on November 21, 1883. Built in 1864, it served the USA’s east coast during the Civil War era, and sailed as a packet steamer on Lake Erie for many years, until it sunk and was rebuilt as a tug. At the time of the explosion, the Erie Belle was trying to rescue a schooner that had drifted in the water during a terrible storm. The blast killed four of the twelve men on board and destroyed the ship. All that remains of the Erie Belle today is the boiler (the cause of the explosion), which now rests on the sandy beach. The area has for decades been known as Boiler Beach.

Access Point: The base of Boiler Beach Road where it intersects Concession 12 or where it intersects Huronville Street (just south of Kincardine)

For more information see: www.huronkinloss.com/facilities.cfm

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Media and Communications

Township E-Newsletters and Website Notices

The Township of Huron-Kinloss produces one monthly and three quarterly e- newsletters. Our monthly e-newsletter is for residents and visitors to learn more about current community initiatives, news, and events. We have a quarterly e- newsletter to inform business owners about initiatives that they may be interested in as well as a quarterly e-newsletter about our recreation programs. The third quarterly e-newsletter is about the workings of the Nuclear Waste Community Advisory Committee. You may subscribe to our e-newsletters by visiting: www.huronkinloss.com/newsletters.cfm

You may also subscribe to receive e-mail notifications when new items are added to the Township’s website. Choose what type of information you want to receive; for example, you may choose to receive notifications when new Council Minutes are posted to the website and/or when there is an emergency notice posted. Subscribe for news and updates by visiting: www.huronkinloss.com/subscribe.cfm

Online Engagement Website

The Township of Huron-Kinloss’ online engagement website may be accessed at: www.haveyoursayhk.ca The site allows you to contribute your ideas and feedback on matters that are important to you! We want you to be more active in shaping your community and future. We will listen to what you say, take your opinions into account and report back to you on how community input contributes to decisions. It is free and easy to register.

Social Media

The Township monitors two social media accounts Monday to Friday 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. on Facebook (www.facebook.com/HuronKinloss) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/Huron_Kinloss).

Newspapers

 Kincardine Record – online – www.kincardinerecord.com  Kincardine Times – online – www.kincardinetimes.com  Kincardine News - weekly  Kincardine Independent - weekly  Lucknow Sentinel - weekly  Goderich Signal Star - weekly  The Sun Times - daily  Marketplace Magazine – monthly

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A variety of national and regional papers are also available including the Toronto Star, Toronto Sun, Globe and Mail and London Free Press.

Radio

 CFOS 560 AM – Owen Sound  CKNX 920 AM – Wingham  MIX 106.5 FM – Owen Sound  CKYC 93.7 FM – Owen Sound  97.9 FM The Beach – Port Elgin  101.7 FM The One – Wingham  95.5 MY FM – Kincardine  94.5 The Bull - Wingham

Postal and Courier Services

The Township is served by three area post offices situated in Ripley, Lucknow and Kincardine. A number of major couriers service the area including: Purolator, UPS, CANPAR and Federal Express Canada Ltd.

Local Television Stations

 CTV – Kitchener, London

Local Cable, Digital Television, Telephone and Internet Providers

Hurontel P.O. Box 220 60 Queen Street Ripley, ON N0G 2R0 519-395-3800 877-395-3800 [email protected] www.hurontel.on.ca

Kincardine Cable TV., operated by Rogers Communications 223 Bruce Avenue Kincardine, Ontario N2Z 2P2 519-396-8880 800-265-3064 www.tnt21.com

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Wightman Telecom 100 Elora Street North, Box 70 Clifford, ON N0G 1M0 1-888-477-2177 http://wightman.ca

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Utilities & Power

Garbage and Waste Removal

Both garbage and recycle pick-up for the Township are carried out by a contractor, Bruce Area Solid Waste Recycling (BASWR). Household waste is picked-up on a weekly basis. See http://huronkinloss.com/garbage- recycling.cfm for schedule. All garbage left at the curb-side must have a Huron-Kinloss bag tag attached and not weigh more than 25lbs.

Electronic waste can be dropped off at the Huron Landfill. Please see http://www.huronkinloss.com/garbage-recycling.cfm for further information.

The County of Bruce hosts several Household Hazardous & Special Waste Collection Events in various locations each year.

Recycling

Recycling is picked-up on a biweekly basis. A schedule is available from: http://www.huronkinloss.com/garbage-recycling.cfm Blue boxes can be purchased for $8.00/each at the municipal office or Huron Landfill site.

Green Cone Digesters

A green cone digester is a completely natural system that reduces food waste to its natural components of water, carbon dioxide and a small residue. They can be purchased at the Huron Landfill site or the Municipal Office for $55.00 each.

Landfill Site Locations

Kinloss Landfill: 690 Kairshea Avenue (between Bruce Road 7 and Paradise Lake Street)

Huron Landfill: 2087 Concession 6 E (between Highway 21 and Bruce Road 7)

Water & Sewer

Below is a list of charges for water and sewer services.

Water Systems (Lakeshore, Ripley, Lucknow & Whitechurch): $475/year per unit

Waterworks Distribution Rate: $220 per year

Sewage Service Rate: Ripley $325/year per unit, Lucknow $425/year per unit

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Sewage System Re-Inspection: annual fee for each property with a private septic system

Electricity

Power service is provided by Hydro One (rural) and Westario Power (urban).

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Government

Municipal Government (lower-tier)

The Township of Huron- Kinloss is governed by an elected Council, consisting of a Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and five Councillors, who are elected for a four year term. Council administers the business affairs of the municipality through the Chief Administrative Officer and Management staff, directing a full compliment of community services including: administration, fire, water and waste water, public works, planning and recreational services.

Council meets on the first and third Monday of every month (or at the call of the Mayor), unless it falls on a Statutory Holiday, in such case it will be on Wednesday except for the Statutory Holiday, ‘Family day’ in which the meeting will be held on the Tuesday following at 7:00 pm. Meetings are held at 7:00 pm., in the Council Chambers located at 21 Queen Street in Ripley except for the first meeting during the months of January, February and March, which are held at 9:00 am.

Budget & Taxes

The Township of Huron-Kinloss Council approved the 2019 Budget on March 18, 2019. The 2019 budget contains $8.3 million in operating expenditures and $5.58 million in capital expenditures. After revenues and transfers from reserves are applied, the Township must levy $8,166,013; an increase of $495,940 or 6.5% over the 2018 levy. In order to raise these funds, the residential tax rate will be set at 0.00612500; a 2.6% increase over the 2018 tax rate. When combined with the County and estimated education tax rates, the total residential tax rate has increased by 0.7%.

The budget was developed with every attempt to meet the needs of the community while maintaining affordability. 2019 is the third year of the four year assessment cycle. The current market value property assessment as of January 1, 2016 is used to calculate property taxes for 2017 to 2020, inclusive. Any increases from the previous assessment cycle (market value at January 1, 2012) have been phased in over the four year period. Any decreases to property

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Reassessment has resulted in a shifting between classes. For this assessment cycle, the major increases are in the farmland class. Many farm properties have experienced assessment increases of 15% or greater. According to the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) the average value of a residential single family home is 243,115.

The average* residential single family home paid $2,805.36 in property tax for 2018. Based on the municipal, County and estimated education tax rates for 2019, that amount would increase by $22.54 to $2,827.90; an overall increase of 0.7%.

* Based on reassessment data from MPAC, your assessment may be more or less than the average.

Upper-Tier Government

The offices of the County of Bruce are located in Walkerton, ON. County Council is composed of the Mayors and Deputy Mayors that represent the eight member towns, townships and municipalities. Coinciding with the member municipalities, County Councillors are in office for a four term. Each year, County Council elects a County Councillor to serve as Warden. The County is administered by the Warden, Chief Administrative Officer, Clerk-Treasurer and department heads.

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Emergency Services

All areas of the Township are serviced by the Ontario Provincial Police. Community Policing Offices are located in the Township of Huron-Kinloss municipal office at 21 Queen Street, Ripley and at 482 Ross Street in Lucknow.

Three fire departments serve the Township. The Lucknow Fire Department is jointly operated by the Township of Huron Kinloss and the Township of Ashfield-Colborne- Wawanosh. They service from the easterly border of the Township of Huron Kinloss west to the Huron-Kinloss Township Road for the residents of Huron-Kinloss.

The Ripley-Huron Fire Department responds to calls for the area of Huron-Kinloss west of the Huron- Kinloss Township Road. Excluded in that area are the lands north of 162 Bruce Beach Road, north of 806 Lake Range Drive east to approximately 1 ¼ mile east of Highway 21. Kincardine Fire Department services properties west and north of these lines.

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Points of Interest

Ainsdale Golf Course

Ainsdale Golf Course is a popular course with tourists and residents alike. Our 18 holes lie on scenic, rolling terrain on the shores of Lake Huron, and you are treated to some wonderful views during your round. From the championship tees, the course measures 6442 yards, which is long enough to challenge the best golfers. Ainsdale meets your needs with these services and amenities:

 Fully Equipped Pro Shop  Licensed Lounge  Driving Range, Practice bunkers and greens  CPGA Golf Professional Lessons, Groups and Clinics  Full Scale Driving Range  Designated 19th hole and 100 yard practice area with bunkering  Practice Putting Green

Visit www.ainsdalegolf.on.ca for more information.

Black Horse Golf and Country Resort

Golf magazines and avid golfers have dubbed BlackHorse as one of the “Top New Courses in Ontario and one of the Best Golf Values in the province”. Well known Golf writer John Herbert ranked it as the "Best Public Course in Southwestern Ontario" with the "Best Greens". Offers the following services and amenities:  Beautiful Practice Range  All New Cart Fleet  Lessons and Rentals  Public Play – Groups – Tournaments and Charities  Fully Licensed Café/Patio/Banquet Tent

See www.blackhorsegolf.ca for more details.

Bruce Botanical Food Gardens

The Bruce Botanical Food Gardens is a not-for-profit organization, which was established in 2012. Their goal is to increase Canada's food plant diversity while addressing the issues of food insecurity, reducing environmental impacts and opening up opportunities to sustain small farm operations.

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Enjoy the rustic surroundings, reconnect with food and its sometimes crazy history. Some of the plants date back to 4000BC!

Tour the gardens starting in May (until October). Admission is by donation.

Volunteer Opportunities

The Bruce Botanical Food Gardens is looking for anyone who enjoys digging in the dirt to volunteer their time developing and beautifying the gardens.

More Information

Visit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/BruceBotanicalFoodGardens or visit our website: www.bbfg.org

Family Funland

Family Funland is located 2 miles south of Kincardine across from the Ainsdale Golf Course and features Go-Karts (single, double & kiddie karts), mini golf, and a snack bar. It’s fun for the whole family!

Open 7 days/week 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Closed during the winter season. See www.familyfunland.net for more details.

Kinloss Produce

Buy Local! Buy Fresh! Kinloss Produce has sweet and delicious produce, from peas and cut flowers to corn, peppers, and rhubarb. Take home in-season fruit and veggies today. Open mid-May to the end of October. Located at 1404 Grey Ox Avenue (Concession 4) west of County Rd. 1. Please respect their day of rest on Sunday (NSS). They are also closed on Tuesdays.

Kinlough Produce Market

Open mid-May to the end of October, Kinlough Produce Market sells a variety of in-season produce, planters, preserves, maple syrup, honey and home baking. Open Monday to Saturday.

Point Clark Lighthouse

The Point Clark lighthouse is a National Historic Site and was one of the first “imperial towers” to flash its light. Six of these majestic towers were built by John Brown on Lake Huron and in the 1850s. Built of

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Check out www.sunsets.com for more local tourism information!

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Accommodations

For a list of bed and breakfasts and campgrounds in the area see our online Business Directory: http://www.huronkinloss.com/business- directory.cfm

Dining & Shopping

For an enjoyable dining and shopping experience, visit Huron-Kinloss’ two main commercial areas: downtown Ripley and downtown Lucknow.

Looking for a unique gift or decorative item for your home? Ripley has some one- of-a-kind stores including Susan Nichol Pottery and The Wood Shop. Susan Nichol Pottery also offers classes to those individuals interested in trying their hand at pottery. Ripley is home to a great new restaurant, FIG Studio Kitchen. After a hearty breakfast or lunch, head over to Ripley Variety for delicious baked goods.

Lucknow truly is Huron-Kinloss’ “general store”! Here you will find everything to meet your personal, home and business needs including: clothing, shoes, grocery items, baking, home décor, office supplies and hardware. There is also a bank and three sit-down restaurants.

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Annual/Special Events (2019 Dates)

Lucknow’s Strawberry Summerfest – June 20th – 23rd

An annual event where residents and visitors enjoy dances, markets, licensed festive gardens, a strawberry pancake breakfast and participate in baseball and soccer tournaments. Visit www.strawberrysummerfest.com for more details.

Ripley Food Art Craft Festival – August 17th

This event showcases the work of local artisans and crafters who specialize in crafts such as wood working, stone carving, pottery, glass painting, basketry, knitting, handcrafted jewellery, clay sculptures, and more! Also featuring locally prepared food and local produce! Held at the Ripley-Huron Community Centre. Times to be announced. For more details, visit: www.facebook.com/RipleyArtisansFestival

Music in the Fields – August 22nd – 24th

A three-day country music festival held outside of Lucknow. Visit www.musicinthefields.ca for more details.

Lucknow Fall Fair – September 20th – 22nd

For more info, visit: www.lucknowagsociety.ca

Ripley-Huron Fall Fair – September 26th – 28th

For more info, visit: www.ripleyfair.ca

Ripley’s Christmas Celebrations – November 24th

Enjoy free public skating and a visit with Santa himself at the Ripley Huron Community Centre. Contact Amy Fry at [email protected] for more info.

Lucknow Santa Claus Parade – November 29th

Enter a decorated float or join your friends and neighbours for this lighted parade which runs along Campbell Street ending at the Sports Complex. Visit with Santa following the parade and enjoy a free skate. Contact Connie Jefferson at 519-812-4327 for further information.

For more community events, please visit: www.huronkinloss.com/community-events-calendar.cfm

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Contests & Promotions

Huron-Kinloss Ice Cream Trail™

At the Ontario Tourism Summit in 2013, the Huron-Kinloss Ice Cream Trail™ took home the award for best Tourism Marketing Initiative under $25,000!

This fun family photo scavenger hunt takes participants to nine (9) retailers that sell ice cream in Huron-Kinloss. The objective of this scavenger hunt is to follow the clues at each of the nine (9) stops to find Sammy Sprinkles and take a picture with him. Submit your photos to the Township of Huron-Kinloss to receive a free t-shirt (first 1000 participants) AND this is just for playing! All entries will be eligible for the grand prize of 250 Huron-Kinloss dollars to spend at local merchants. Special prizes will be awarded for the funniest, most creative and largest group photos. Contest runs May to September.

Please visit www.icecreamtrail.ca for more details and “like” us on Facebook!

Lucknow & Ripley Holiday Shopping Pass

Beginning Monday, November 12th, each time you make a retail purchase at a participating Lucknow or Ripley business prior to December 25th, the amount will be punched on a card in $10 increments. Spend a total of $150 and receive a chance to win one of THREE $150 Huron-Kinloss Shopping Sprees. Passes will be available at businesses in the downtown areas and can be downloaded online from: http://www.huronkinloss.com/holiday-shopping-pass.cfm?is=2

Secrets of the Back 40

Interact with and buy directly from local farmers and producers who have a passion for providing you with local harvest and wares.

Off the beaten path in Huron-Kinloss’ “Back 40”, you will find:

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 Fresh Produce

 Maple Syrup

 Home Baking

 Preserves

 Apples

 Eggs

 Flowers, Shrubs and Trees

 Custom Built Furniture

Brochures are available at one of our tourism information locations or download it at: www.huronkinloss.com/farmgatelisting.cfm

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Contact Information

Township of Huron-Kinloss Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30-4:30 21 Queen St. PO. Box 130 Ripley, ON N0G 2R0 Telephone: 519-395-3735 - Fax: 519-395-4107 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.huronkinloss.com

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