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      History:

      The following is an excerpt from the GeorginaIsland.com website:

      The ancestors of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation were inhabitants of the Lake Simcoe region long before the arrival of white settlers. Chippewa Chief, Joseph Snake, and his people first lived on Snake Island, one of three islands (Snake, Fox and Georgina) not surrendered to the Crown. In 1830, Snake and two other Chippewa communities (led by Chief Assance and Chief Yellowhead) were moved to 9,800 acres near what is now Coldwater, Ontario as part of the government’s Coldwater Experiment to colonize the Chippewa people. Then, just six years later, the Chiefs were forced to surrender these lands under treaty. Chief Joseph Snake slowly moved his people back to Snake Island. By 1860, the band had outgrown small Snake Island and Chief Snake moved his people onto the larger and more spacious Georgina Island.The future for the Chippewas of Georgina Island is bright. The island is currently undergoing a growth spurt, which has resulted in the construction of new homes and cottages, and this construction boom has created job opportunities. There is also increased investment by island residents in new businesses that foster our tourist industry as visitors to the area become more aware of this ‘jewel’ of the lake.

      Overview:

      First Nations of Georgina: comprised of 3 islands – Fox, Snake & Georgina. Approximately 185 people reside on Georgina Island, while the other islands only have seasonal cottagers. During open water months, residents & visitors access Georgina Island on the Car Ferry “Aazhaawe”.

      Homes:

      Georgina Island has a mix of year-round homes and seasonal cottages.

      Recreation:

      Nanabush Trails follow the historic paths of the Chippewa Elders who were the first to settle on these lands. These historic trails include four distinct branches that offer interpretive learning opportunities. The Sweetgrass Trail provides an authentic wigwam village as you walk along the serene trails and learn why the Chippewa people hold the sweetgrass plant sacred. The Tobacco Trail provides the opportunity to learn the history of the island and its people. The Cedar Trail introduces you to the diversity of the forests, mammals, amphibians, reptiles and birds that live on the island. The Sage Trail offers robust woodlands that serve as a fine example of our natural heritage and support the growth of rare species of herbs and shrubs.

       

          Georgina Island Stats

          Walkability:

          Medium

          Bikeability:

          Medium

          Public Transit:

          Low

          Affordability:

          Medium

          Greenspace:

          High

          Recreation:

          High

           

          Legend: Low, Medium, High

          Commute Times

          Time to Closest Shopping Mall:
          45 Minutes
          Time to GO Bus or Train Station:
          30 Minutes
          Time To Hospital:
          45 Minutes
          Time to Toronto Pearson International Airport
          75 Minutes
          Time to Closest Highway:
          45 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.