Midland, Administrative town in Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada
Midland is a town in Simcoe County located at the southern end of Georgian Bay, where approximately 30,000 islands shape the landscape. The town features large harbor installations and grain elevators that support maritime operations in the region.
The Midland Railway of Canada established its terminus at Mundy's Bay in 1871, which spurred settlement in the area. This railway development led to the town's official incorporation in 1890.
The town center displays murals by Fred Lenz that tell stories of the region's past, including a detailed painting of an encounter between an Indigenous person and Jesuit missionary Jean de Brebeuf. These public artworks reflect the area's complex heritage and connections to its early inhabitants.
The Simcoe County LINX bus system connects Midland to neighboring areas and nearby towns. A local airport and 125-bed hospital serve the region's transportation and healthcare needs.
The annual Butter Tart Festival in June draws large crowds to the town with vendors selling thousands of these classic Canadian pastries. The event has become a beloved local celebration that fills the streets with visitors each year.
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