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Public input sought for new SDG Tourism strategic plan
October 15, 2024 SDG COUNTIES, Ontario - SDG Counties Tourism, with the support of Cornwall Tourism, is embarking on the creation of a new five-year tourism strategic plan. Aimed at fostering...
Mysteries of October: Events and Haunts to Explore
As October arrives, it brings a fun mix of thrills and chills that draws our community together for Halloween festivities. People of all ages love this time of year, diving into haunted houses,...
The ultimate guide to picking apples in SDG County!
Hello everyone!🍎🍏 With autumn officially here, it’s time to dive into the season's most cherished activities. Apple picking is a fantastic way to gather with friends and family, enjoy the crisp fall...
SEe ON Summit | Hosted by RTO 9
Welcoming tourism business owners, operators & organizations in South Eastern Ontario. Over two days, you'll be inspired by incredible speakers, forward-thinking ideas, and innovative strategies...
GAMES MEDIA RELEASE –THE ROAD TO THE GAMES
JULY 8, 2024 The Worlds Are Coming to the Games When the Glengarry Highland Games comes to mind, the first thought is about the pipe bands and the amazing massed bands. One of the second things is...
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...
2024 Visitor Guide for Cornwall and SDG Counties is now available
Karina Belanger, SDG Tourism, and Kevin Lajoie, Cornwall Tourism The 2024 Visitor Guide for Cornwall and SDG Counties is now available to help visitors find their way to some of the region’s top...
A Guide to Winter Adventures in SDG Counties
As winter blankets The United Counties of Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry with its pristine snow, locals and visitors alike eagerly anticipate the season's array of outdoor activities. From thrilling...
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...
SDG Opens Its Doors!
🚪 Knock knock - it's time for Doors Open! 🏃♂️💨 SDG museums and businesses alike open their doors August 19th and 20th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Carman House Museum Historic SDG Jail Cornwall Community...
Mysteries of October: Events and Haunts to Explore
As October arrives, it brings a fun mix of thrills and chills that draws our community together for Halloween festivities. People of all ages love this time of year, diving into haunted houses, spooky events, and ghost stories that give us just the right amount of...
The ultimate guide to picking apples in SDG County!
Hello everyone!🍎🍏 With autumn officially here, it’s time to dive into the season's most cherished activities. Apple picking is a fantastic way to gather with friends and family, enjoy the crisp fall air, and immerse yourself in the vibrant community spirit. Whether...
A Milestone year: 75th Glengarry Highland Games Recap
Wasn’t That a Games to Remember! The sweltering heat couldn’t keep the crowds away from last weekend’s Glengarry Highland Games 75th Edition. From the opening of the gates on Friday morning to the last notes in the music venues on Saturday night, Games fans celebrated...
GAMES MEDIA RELEASE –THE ROAD TO THE GAMES
JULY 8, 2024 The Worlds Are Coming to the Games When the Glengarry Highland Games comes to mind, the first thought is about the pipe bands and the amazing massed bands. One of the second things is most likely the heavy events where athletes wow the audience with their...
2024 Battle of Crysler Farm Battlefield Re-enactment
The Friends of the Crysler Farm Battlefield are pleased to announce that the 2024 Battle of Crysler's Farm re-enactment will be held on the weekend of July 6 and 7 at the Battlefield Memorial Park adjacent to Upper Canada Village. Sponsored by SDG Tourism and the St....
Celebrate Where Ontario Began with Local Museums
Museums in the SDG Counties are never boring! Whether you’re interested in walking through a functioning 1800s village, touring a spooky decommissioned jail, or just learning a bit more about your...
SDG Fairs Guide 2024
Fair season is back and better than ever with Maxville Fair starting 21st! Join us for an action-packed summer of county fairs, and look for our booth where you'll find great recommendations on events and attractions! For updates and more information regarding...
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...
OPG’s Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre opens for the 2024 Summer Tourism Season
May 22, 2024 Cornwall – Ontario Power Generation’s (OPG) Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre(SHDVC) opened its doors to the public on Tuesday, May 21 for the 2024 summertourist season. Located at 2500B Second St. West, on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in...
STEP BACK IN TIME
Lamoureux Park in downtown Cornwall stretches along the St. Lawrence River and attracts thousands of people for walking, playing, cycling and entertainment. Visitors marvel at so much green open waterfront space so close to the city’s downtown. Few of those people...
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