Orangeville

Orangeville is an administrative center in Dufferin County, Canada, that spreads across rolling hills at an elevation of 450 meters (1,476 feet). The central business district runs along Broadway Street, while residential areas fan out in all directions, creating a sprawling town layout.

Orange Lawrence established the first mill in the area during the 1820s, which attracted further settlement. The community was officially incorporated as a village in 1863 and gradually developed into a regional center over the following decades.

The Art Walk of Tree Sculptures displays more than 50 wooden artworks throughout the streets, created by local artists using deceased trees. The sculptures are integrated into everyday life, transforming ordinary sidewalks into an open-air gallery appreciated by locals and visitors alike.

The community connects to larger urban centers through Highway 10 and offers public transit options for residents and visitors. The hilly terrain requires some extra effort when exploring on foot, while the downtown core along Broadway Street remains relatively flat and accessible.

The community functions as a watershed source for four major lakes: Huron, Erie, Ontario, and Simcoe, with several rivers originating in the region. This hydrographic position makes the surrounding area an important headwater zone for southern Ontario.

Location: Dufferin County

Inception: 1863

Elevation above the sea: 450 m

Shares border with: Mono, Caledon, East Garafraxa, Amaranth

Website: https://orangeville.ca

GPS coordinates: 43.91667,-80.11667

Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:34