Lakeshore, Municipality in Essex County, Canada
Description
Lakeshore is a municipality in Essex County, Ontario, situated along Lake St. Clair's shoreline. The area features agricultural landscapes interspersed with waterfront access that shapes daily life and recreation.
History
The municipality was established in 1999 through the consolidation of Belle River with four townships: Maidstone, Rochester, Tilbury North, and Tilbury West. This merger created the present administrative boundaries.
Culture
French-speaking residents make up nearly 10 percent of the population, marking Lakeshore as one of four Southern Ontario communities with substantial francophone presence.
Practical
The Atlas Tube Centre serves as the main recreation hub, offering three ice rinks, an indoor track, gymnasium, library, tennis courts, and an aquatics facility. Visitors can access diverse activities throughout the year in this centralized location.
Did you know?
During American Prohibition, Belle River became a hub for smuggling alcohol across the border into the United States. This era left an imprint on local storytelling and regional identity.
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St. Clair National Wildlife Area
26.7 km
Church of the Annunciation
12.7 kmTremblay Beach Conservation Area
15.2 km
Lake St. Clair light
24.7 kmSt. Joachim Church
4.7 kmSmith Cemetery
18.1 kmPuce Memorial Cemetery
9.2 km78 Fox Street
14.1 kmLanoue Home
20.5 kmChristopher Dresser House
12.5 kmBig O Conservation Area
11.3 kmOld Boussey Farm
16 kmLighthouse Conservation Area
20.4 km
Lighthouse/Lighthouse Cove
20.4 kmJohn C. Fox House
18.9 kmTilbury Dashwheel
20.4 kmEssex Library Building
14.1 kmBelleview Golf Club
9.7 kmHydeaway Golf
13.4 kmWillow Creek Golf
9.1 kmLittle River Municipal Golf Course
21 kmBeach Grove Golf and Country Club
15.7 kmRochester Place Golf Club
6.9 kmEssex Train Station
14 kmLakeview Park West Beach
5.7 kmHitchhiker Graffiti
18.5 kmBlue Heron Pointe
19.7 kmWork of art, sculpture
17.2 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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