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      History:

      Blackstock was originally called Williamsburg. The name was changed in the late 1800s when the local post office was opened. The name Blackstock was chosen by the community in honour of George Tate Blackstock a respected local politician and lawyer. Blackstock was originally part of Cartwright Township which amalgamated with Durham Region in 1974.

      Overview:

      Blackstock is a historic rural hamlet located in the south part of Scugog Township. It is best known for The Blackstock Fair hosted by the Blackstock Agricultural Society. This popular country fair is held annually in the last weekend of August. Blackstock was the home of Bill Lishman an award-winning sculptor, inventor, naturalist and filmaker. The Oscar nominated film “Fly Away Home” is based on Lishman’s work with the migration of Canadian geese, a story that captivated audiences worldwide.

      Lifestyle:

      The Blackstock Agricultural Society hosts an annual tractor pull in July and a Demo Derby and Fair in August. These events draw hundreds from the surrounding community who meet to enjoy great food and entertainment. There are also competitions for the best preserves, vegetables, flowers, knitwear, cattle and horses.

      Homes:

      Blackstock consists mostly of ranch-style bungalows with attached garages situated on premium size lots. There are also a few dozen Victorian homes situated in the core around Old Scugog Road and Church Street that feature pretty front porches and picket fences.

      Recreation:

      Blackstock has three neighbourhood parks including a skateboard park. Nearby Lake Scugog offers a myriad of water based recreational activities. Local conservation areas are popular with cyclists, hiking enthusiasts, bird watchers and x-country skiers. There are also designated trails for horseback riding and snowmobiling.

       

      Arts:

      The annual Christmas Craft Sale held at the Blackstock Recreation Centre is an eagerly anticipated annual event.

          Blackstock Stats

          Walkability:

          Medium

          Bikeability:

          High

          Public Transit:

          Low

          Affordability:

          Medium

          Greenspace:

          High

          Recreation:

          Medium

           

          Legend: Low, Medium, High

          Commute Times

          Time to Closest Shopping Mall:
          20 Minutes
          Time to GO Bus or Train Station:
          30 Minutes
          Time To Hospital:
          20 Minutes
          Time to Toronto Pearson International Airport
          60 Minutes
          Time to Closest Highway:
          15 Minutes

          * All commuting times provided are approximate times only. Commute times may increase or decrease depending on where you live within the neighbourhood and the time of day i.e rush hour versus off hour commutes. Time estimates to public transit are based on walking distance or bus line connection whichever is quicker. All other commute times on the chart above are based on drive times.