Algoma District

Algoma District is an administrative region in northeastern Ontario that covers a large area characterized by forests, numerous lakes, and shorelines along major waterways. The region includes the city of Sault Ste. Marie and encompasses varied landscapes stretching from water to inland terrain.

This territory was established in the mid-1800s as a judicial area designed to govern Canadian islands in the Great Lakes north of the French River. That early formation laid the foundation for the administrative structure we see today.

The name Algoma combines Algonquin linguistic elements, where 'Al' references the Algonquin people and 'goma' relates to bodies of water.

The region has international border crossings to the United States at Sault Ste. Marie, where visitors can cross between Canada and Michigan. This connection makes the area a travel hub for those exploring the Great Lakes region.

The district contains extensive shorelines along both Lake Superior and Lake Huron, supporting diverse ecological systems and water-based economic activities.

Location: Ontario

Inception: 1858

Capital city: Sault Ste. Marie

Shares border with: Thunder Bay District

Website: http://adsab.on.ca

GPS coordinates: 48.00000,-84.50000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:05