Temiskaming Shores

Temiskaming Shores is a town in Timiskaming District along the eastern shore of Lake Timiskaming, with New Liskeard as its main settlement. The surrounding landscape features rich soils ideal for farming, forming a distinctive region within Northern Ontario.

The settlement originated in 1891 when William Murray and Irvin Heard laid the groundwork for what would develop into a farming center. As the fertile soil proved valuable for agriculture, the town grew steadily through the early 20th century.

Farming traditions shape how people here use their land and gather together, visible in the seasonal markets and local events where residents connect over regional harvest and produce.

The town sits on Highway 11 with direct road access to Toronto, and regional bus services link it to neighboring areas. The downtown core is compact and easily navigable on foot for exploring local shops and attractions.

The fertile soils here result from a geological formation called the Clay Belt, which stands apart from the rocky terrain typical of Northern Ontario. This soil composition allowed farming to thrive where most other areas of the region cannot support agriculture.

Location: Timiskaming District

Inception: January 1, 2004

Elevation above the sea: 347.5 m

Shares border with: Kerns, Casey, Harley, Harris, Hudson, Cobalt, Coleman, Unorganized West Timiskaming District

Website: http://temiskamingshores.ca

GPS coordinates: 47.49361,-79.71528

Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:37