Looking to make the most of the holiday season in the SDG Counties? Whether you're a local or just visiting, these 15 festive activities will help you soak up the charm, tradition, and magic this region has to offer. From sparkling light displays to cozy winter...
BERRY GOOD JOB: Avonmore farm feted by The Food Network
AVONMORE, Ontario - The Avonmore Berry Farm is famous for its produce in SDG Counties, with residents from Iroquois to Alexandria diving into fresh fruit and vegetables. Now the rest of the country knows too. The venerable Avonmore institution was recently named...
A LOCAL CHRISTMAS SHOPPING GUIDE FOR CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTIES
Hello, festive shoppers! As the holiday season approaches, it's time to spread some local love and support the small businesses that make our community unique. Skip the big-box stores this year and embark on a delightful journey through the charming shops in Stormont,...
Farm to Table – Summer is Here!
Farmer’s markets are back for the summer! Be sure to stop by and visit our local producers to purchase local produce, meats, cheeses, honey, and handcrafted, one-of-a-kind goods. As pick-your-own strawberry season comes to an end, we look forward to other local...
Christmas Shopping BINGO – Your chance to WIN one of four weekly $100 Gift Cards or the $250 Grand Prize Gift Card
To support local businesses during this holiday shopping season, the Township of North Dundas will be running a Christmas Shopping BINGO contest. This is your chance to get rewarded to shop locally! From restaurants to local stores, a wide range of businesses are...
Family-Friendly March Break Activities in SDG Counties
The birds are singing, the snow is melting, and the days are getting longer – it must be March Break! While the kids are looking at the week-long celebration with eager anticipation, mom and dad might have some concerns about how to fill the time. Fear not, there are...
Winter Classes Now Available at Cornerstone Farm
This winter, Cornerstone Farms is pleased to continue offering classes. Cornerstone Farm, is located in historic Glengarry County, and was established with the intention of reviving many of the homesteading arts that are being forgotten and put aside for the appeal of...
Where will you shop in SDG?
Christmas is just around the corner. Well, it’s actually around the corner and down the street just a bit – but Christmas is coming. Christmas in the Counties is a special time of year, with an array of shopping experiences that will excite your family and make you...
Discover Historic Gems and Local Charm Where Ontario Began
Our first stop was a charming diner situated in the heart of Downtown Cornwall called Spinners Original Downtown Diner. Spinners is a lovely throwback to the classic eateries of yesteryear – complete with the telltale checkered floors, and cushioned booths with shiny chrome edging.
Georgian House Restaurant & Day Spa
Built in 1858, the Georgian House Day Spa and Restaurant found in Alexandria offers authentic European cuisine in a Georgian style home.
Growing up in Austria, Georgian House owner Heinz Kaswurm started working in hospitality when he was a boy and would move on to managing hotels.