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A community of over 20,000 full-time residents, the Township of Oro-Medonte is a rural jewel immersed with rich history and countless recreational opportunities. Nestled between the cities of Barrie and Orillia, Oro-Medonte is less than one hour north of Toronto. |
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In one of the fastest growing areas in Ontario, Oro-Medonte is easily accessible through a network including three major highways, nearby Go Train services and is home to the newly expanded Lake Simcoe Regional Airport. A wide range of post-secondary opportunities are available within 20 minutes at Georgian College and Lakehead University. Equally accessible are the health care services that include a Nurse Practioner-Led Clinic, Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre and Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital. |
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Vast history and quality of life surrounds the Township and continues to flourish through a long standing tradition of creative and enthusiastic community volunteers. This tradition extends more than 150 years from the Oro World’s Fair to the building of Ontario’s first outdoor Green Gym. |
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| As a historical tourist destination, Oro-Medonte has a long standing tradition of celebrating cultural diversity with landmarks such as the Oro African Methodist Episcopal Church, Black Settlement Plaque, Sir Sam Steele Monument and many old school houses. |  |
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Oro-Medonte has many opportunities for outdoor recreational enthusiasts, offering first-class ski resorts, golf courses, recreational trails for hiking and mountain-biking, over 550 kilometers of smooth hardtop roads for leisurely cycling tours and access to year-round fishing. For more information, please visit Ontario’s Lake Country. |  |
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The Township is dedicated to preserving quality of life while promoting key economic growth initiatives that will support the families of today and tomorrow. |
