Orangeville, Ontario rests at the headwaters of the Credit River system and is surrounded by picturesque communities. Located in the County of Dufferin, Orangeville is situated approximately 50 mins North-West of Toronto, Ontario, making it a great location for commuters who like living in a small-town atmosphere. Orangeville posseses a proudly perserved culture and heritage. Mature trees and historic buildings and homes line the main streets of the town, which feature an endless variety of restaurants, a restored Opera House and plenty of shopping opportunities.  As you wander through the streets, you will see many unique tree carvings, part of the Art Walk of Tree Sculptures, designed to give trees new life after they have been declared beyond hope.  Orangeville also offers a continually expanding multi-use trail system.  Orangeville is located at the headwaters of the Credit River system and is surrounded by picturesque communities.  The current population is approximately 28,000 residents. Motto of Orangeville, ON: “Historic Charm—Dynamic Future” Longitude of Orangeville, ON: -80.08333 (80° 4' 60 W—DMS) Latitude of Orangeville, ON: 43.91667 (43° 55' 0 N—DMS) Time Zone of Orangeville, ON: Eastern Standard Time (EST): Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) minus 5 hours Summer Daylight Savings Time (DST): Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) minus 4 hours Population of Orangeville, ON: The current population is approximately 28,000 residents. Government of Orangeville, ON: The mayor of Orangeville, Ontario is Rob Adams. The current member of provincial parliament of Orangeville, Ontario is Sylvia Jones. The current member of parliament is David Tilson, Conservative Party. Famous Residents of Orangeville, ON: Ryan Cooley, actor who portrayed J. T. Yorke on Degrassi: The Next Generation Adam Copeland (Edge), Canadian professional wrestler for World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) Jeff Cowan, NHL player currently playing with the Buffalo Sabres Dan Ellis, NHL, goalie currently playing with the Tampa Bay Lightning Ron Howden, Nordic skier Colin Lichti, lead singer of Hostage Life Bryon Mackie, professional boxer Eric Nagler, child entertainer Al Pilcher, Nordic skier Jason Reso (Christian Cage), Canadian professional wrestler for Total Nonstop Action Wrestling Michelle Ruthven McKendry, Alpine skier National Lacrosse League players from Orangeville, ON: The Sanderson family, including Terry, Josh, Phil, and Chris Brodie Merrill, NLL Rookie of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year in 2006 Pat Coyle, NLL Defensive Player of the Year in 2002 Brandon Miller Rusty Kruger Orangeville, ON website: www.orangeville.org History of Orangeville, ON: Orangeville, Ontario was settled in the 1830s. The first patent of land was issued to Ezekiel Robinson, a land surveyor, on August 7, 1820.  One of the earliest settlers was John Corbit, who acquired land in the Brown’s Farm area in 1829. Years later, in 1844, Orange Lawrence and his wife, Sarah, arrived from Connecticut. He bought 300 acres of land, purchased Grigg’s Mill and built a second mill. A true entrepreneur, Orange Lawrence also opened a general store and a tavern, founded the first school, and became the village’s first postmaster in 1847. The town was named “Orangeville” in his honour.  In 1863 the village of Orangeville, Ontario was incorporated. In 1868 the Toronto, Grey and Bruce (TG&B) Railway proposed a rail line that would run from Toronto to Owen Sound, which would pass through Orangeville. The first train arrived in Orangeville, Ontario in April 1871.  The town of Orangeville began its rapid rise in popularity. In fact, the 1871 census shows that the population in Orangeville was 1400 residents, doubling in less than 10 years. Orangeville, Ontario was incorporated as a town in 1873. However, in the early 1900s the population began to decline as crown land in Dufferin County became scarce and soil quality deteriorated, making it harder to farm. People began to move west in search of better land. Water levels decreased and so did water-powered enterprises. In recent years Orangeville has experience tremendous growth, mostly as a result of its great location for commuters to the greater Toronto area. Many of the historic buildings of Orangeville, Ontario remain today.  Buildings such as the Town Hall, Fire Hall, Jackson Block, Sun Office, Ketchum Block, Fead Block, Greystones, and the Public Library can still be appreciated while strolling down Orangeville’s picturesque Broadway. For a Heritage Walking Tour brochure of Orangeville, Ontario pointing out significant historical buildings and outlining the story of their importance, please click here. For more detailed information on the history of Orangeville, Ontario, please click here. Hiking and Outdoor Adventures in Orangeville, ON: Orangeville, ON Trail System: Orangeville, Ontario offers many multi-use trails for your enjoyment.  Since 1998 the town has built 8 kms of trails, mostly on the west end of Orangeville. The goal is to form a 15 km loop around town and to eventually link the town’s trail system to Island Lake, Monora Park and the Credit River trail. For more information on the Orangeville, Ontario trailway system, please click here. Orangeville, Ontario is also surrounded by many other hiking trails for enjoying the natural beauty of the Headwaters area. The Bruce Trail winds through Mono Cliffs Provincial Park, the Hockley Valley and offers access at various other spots throughout Dufferin County.  Monora Park offers 18 km of walking trails which are groomed in the winter for cross-country skiing. For an interactive map of the Bruce Trail, including photos, click here. 4-Season Recreation at Island Lake Conservation Area: Fish, boat, picnic, hike, bike, cross-country ski and study nature at Island Lake Conservation Area, located in the towns of Orangeville, Ontario and Mono, Ontario. The 332 hectares of lake, wetland, forest and meadow which are home to an abundant variety of wildlife and plants provide interesting and educational hikes and outings. The first 2 km of the Vicki Baron Lakeside Trail was opened to the public in 2001, with long-term plans to circle island lake and link to local trails in Orangeville, Caledon and Mono, Ontario. In 2007 the first 920 metre linkage to the trail was opened built by Mono in cooperation with Credit Valley Conservation, the County of Dufferin, the Nottawasaga Conservation Authority and with funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation. Don’t Miss These “Things To Do” in Orangeville, ON: Credit Valley Explorer Tour Train through Orangeville, ON: Orangeville, Ontario is the loading place of the Credit Valley Explorer Train Tour, which runs through the Forks of the Credit and the Hills of Headwaters, traveling from Orangeville to Brampton. The train runs all year long, offering unique views each season. Travelling the 130-yearold 74 km route with stunning views of the Niagara Escarpment, the Credit Valley Explorer is sure to be an adventure you won’t soon forget. For more information and to book your tour please click here. Theatre Orangeville: Be sure to visit the talent performing at Theatre Orangeville, our unique 276-seat opera house. The Opera Hall was restored in 1993 and Theatre Orangeville opened for its first season in 1994. Some of the best theatrical artists from all over Canada have performed on stage, including Michael Burgess, Michael Therriault, Rod Beattie, Avery Saltzman, Douglas Chamberlain, Lally Cadeau, and Ted Follows. Theatre Orangeville has also developed and premiered various Canadian works that have gone on to be successful across this country, such as The Last Resort, War Brides, Dear Santa, Little Women - The Musical and Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun. For what’s playing and other information on Theatre Orangeville please click here. Orangeville, ON Blues and Jazz Festival: If you like free concerts, be sure to stop by and visit the Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival. Since its creation in 2003 the festival has grown to include hundreds of performances by artists from all across Canada. The festival takes place each year in June.  For more information on the Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival please click here. Art Walk of the Trees in Orangeville, ON: As you walk through Orangeville, Ontario you may notice old trees carved into sculptures as a tribute to historical figures. These are part of the Art Walk of the Trees, an idea introduced by Mayor Drew Brown after seeing similar creations in Truro, Nova Scotia. The program allows old trees to continue to contribute to the character of our community. The first tree was carved in Orangeville in 2002. Carvers throughout Ontario have participated in the program, and new carvers are eager to take part. Subjects include a judge near the court house, Christmas sculptures by Kay Cee gardens (which hosts “Christmas in the Park” each year), a nurse located in front of the old Orangeville Hospital, and many more.  New statues are added each year. For a brochure with photos, maps descriptions and artists’ bios please click here.

Don’t Miss... ·       Famous Residents of Orangeville, ON ·       History of Orangeville, ON ·       Outdoor Adventures in Orangeville, ON ·       Credit Valley Explorer Train Tour ·       Theatre Orangeville ·       Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival ·       Art Walk of the Trees What's Great About Orangeville, ON We asked our clients to tell us what they like about Orangeville, Ontario--favourite parks, events, restaurants, gyms, etc.  Here is what they have to say... The most amazing thing about Orangeville is the numerous beautiful hiking trails--the Mono Cliffs and the many trails in Hockley Valley as well as the Cararact Falls.  Hiking and exploring the area is one of our favourite weekend family activities!  We love Monora Park to just go for a quick family hike or for a picnic.  We love Joppa Lounge for coffee and we're very excited to have 2 sushi places to choose from in Orangeville--Rebekah Sushi being our favourite!  Our favourite restaurant is One99 but we also love the Mono Cliffs Inn, Thai for You and South88.  Also, the blues and jazz festival is full of great music and fun for the whole family!  Orangeville is full of all the modern conveniences and the incredible beauty of nature.  It is the best of both worlds! -Hannah and Shawn Campbell Originally from beautiful Muskoka we are now happy to call this area our home.  It has the perfect combination of outdoor activities, nature, arts and culture, shopping, a deep sense of environmental responsibility, recreation and beautiful homes all within a quick commute to the city.  The best local park is the one on Ashwood on Purple Hill.  The kids can play on the beautiful playground and then we can head into the conservation area and hike all the way to the lake.  It's gorgeous!  Coffee at Mochaberry is a must!  Oooh and at Joppa!  Service and quality products are equally fabulous in both places.  Of course, if you need drive-thru--Starbucks!  One99 restaurant is my favourite here or anywhere.  We also love Greystones Inn, the Bluebird Cafe and Il Corso.  There are also a fair number of chain restaurants that are family friendly.  We are skiiers, so the Hockley Valley Resort is for us!  Great spa, great food, great service!  Although the MillCroft Inn is also pretty special!  Community events that we love include the lighting of the tree at Christmas, First Night, Jazz Festival, and the Buskers Festival, and the Dufferin Youth Festival of the Arts each year in May.  All of these days are special for our family and are just another reason why we love to live here.  Theatre Orangeville is a little jewel in the arts community here too!  Acts is a great facility for an active family!  Lots of sports programs for kids and grown-ups alike.  But, the best yoga is Barb Ferguson's "Yoga Fusion" run out of her home studio and Teen Ranch, Citrus Dance has been a great place for our kids. -Jaime and Greg Wouters What I like about Orangeville and always have is that you can walk up to a complete stranger on the street and say hello, or ask them what they are doing, or help them lift something into their car for them, and they will say hello back, tell you what they are doing, and say thank you for your help.  And they most likely will remember you and return the favour to you or someone else. -Saskia Post Since welcoming my two young daughters into the world, Orangeville has been re-invented for me.  We now embrace wonderful community events that involve us as a family unit...the Santa Claus Parade, Founder's Festival, Children and Youth Festival, First Night Celebration, as well as participating in family swims and library classes.  It's an entirely different Orangeville, eperienced from the eyes of a child! -Jacki Irwin My "look forward to every Friday morning" treat is when I go to Second Cup for a medium vanilla bean latte on my way to work!  This drink is the highlight of my Friday morning and then end of the work week, and even though I might occasionally have one another morning or afternoon, the Friday morning one tastes the best!  (Second cup has wonderful almond croissants and white chocolate raspberry scones too!) -Ardith Merton I commute to Toronto and with the highway 410 expansion it's going to get even easier!  Orangeville is a great spot to live when you don't want to live in the rush fo the city.The best park in Orangeville is Every Kid's!!!  They have a great splash pad, an easy to find location, and lots to do for kids of all ages!  The best place for coffee, drinks and night food is Second Cup and Starbucks--two essentials for good conversation locations!  My favourite restaurants are One99, the Bluebird, Rebekah Sushi and South88.  I enjoy community events like the Home and Garden show at the community centre, Candy Cane Festival at the hospital and the Market on Broadway.  My kids and I go to a mom and tot dance class at Citris Dance Club--it's great!  -Marcia Duiker