North Frontenac, Ontario


North Frontenac is a township in Frontenac County in eastern Ontario, Canada.

History

North Frontenac was created in 1998 by the amalgamation of three municipalities: the Township of Barrie; the Township of Clarendon and Miller; and the Township of Palmerston, North and South Canonto.

Geography

North Frontenac is in the heart of eastern Ontario's cottage country. Cottages and campsites dot the shores of the Township's many clean lakes. Located entirely on the Canadian Shield, the landscape can often be rough and unpredictable, but at the same time provides scenic vistas. Residents, both permanent and seasonal, enjoy a wide variety of outdoor activities.

Communities

The township includes the communities of Ardoch, Beatty, Beech Corners, Canonto, Coxvale, Donaldson, Fernleigh, Harlowe, Mississippi Station, Myers Cave, Ompah, Plevna, Robertsville, Snow Road Station and Wilbur.

Demographics

The Township of North Frontenac is a 1,164.73 square km lower-tier municipality, part of Frontenac County, and home to over 1,842 permanent residents. In addition, there are an estimated 5,000 seasonal residents. The low density of the population makes for the preservation of a scenic landscape. North Frontenac is set in the heart of eastern Ontario's cottage country. For these reasons it is one of the best destinations for outdoor activities and relaxing living in southeastern Ontario.
According to the 2016 Statistics Canada Census:
Populations prior to amalgamation :
North Frontenac is governed by a mayor, a deputy mayor who serves as both mayor and councillor and five councillors. Each municipal ward is represented by two councillors. The deputy mayor serves as both councillor of Ward 1 and deputy mayor. The Mayor of North Frontenac represents the town on the Frontenac County Council, which consists of four mayors, each with a chosen councillor from their township. As of the 2018 election, the elected council members are:
Mayors of the Township of North Frontenac:
See below for the reeves of the pre-amalgamated townships of North Frontenac.

Reeves of the former Township of Barrie

Amalgamated in 1998 and now exists as Ward 1 of The Township of North Frontenac.

Reeves of the former Township of Clarendon and Miller

Amalgamated in 1998, a now exists as Ward 2 of The Township of North Frontenac.

Reeves of the former Township of Palmerston, North and South Canonto

Amalgamated in 1998, and now exists as Ward 3 of The Township of North Frontenac.