About Tourism Services
Welcome to Lake Erie's North Shore!
Our home, Elgin County, is in the heart of Southwestern Ontario. Bordered on the south by 120 kilometers of beautiful Lake Erie shoreline and host to the dynamic, yet friendly, community of St. Thomas. Surrounding our home city are numerous picturesque towns, lakeside villages and historic hamlets, each with their own unique charm. Come explore your new Favourite Place!
St. Thomas - Elgin Has It All:
The “Incredible Elgin” County / St. Thomas Tourist Region is bordered to the south by Lake Erie offering beaches, conservation areas and recreational facilities for boating, fishing, and camping. The area offers signed birding, hiking & cycling trails. The region is overflowing with art studios/galleries, museums, three wineries, farm markets and even specialty farming. History abounds with heritage buildings and quaint rural villages offer unique shops. Visit one of the oldest wooden lighthouses in Canada or the smallest jail in Canada. Ride restored steam & diesel trains will take you back in time, County-wide murals & first class sport facilities will welcome you to our diverse urban towns and cities
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It is located halfway between Detroit, Michigan and Toronto, Ontario with easy access to both Highways 401 and 402. Click Here for a National/Regional view of Elgin County.
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Message from the Mayors of St. Thomas and Elgin County
When we started to define just what was available to tourists, it dawned on us what a truly great treasure we have here. Some of the most enthusiastic tourists in Elgin County are the people who live right here. For nature, history, leisure, sports, or just simple peace and quiet, we really have a lot to offer.
Enjoy our web-site. Come visit us!
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Graham Warwick, Warden of Elgin County |
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Robert Habkirk, Mayor of the Town of Aylmer |
Lynn Acre, Mayor of the Municipality of Bayham |
Sylvia Hofhuis, Mayor of the Municipality of Central Elgin |
Bonnie Vowel, Mayor of the Municipality of Dutton-Dunwich |
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John R. Wilson, Mayor of the Township Malahide |
Jim McIntyre, Mayor of the Township of Southwold |
Graham Warwick, Mayor of the Municipality of West Elgin |
Cliff Barwick, Mayor of the City of St. Thomas |
