Collingwood

Collingwood is a town located along Nottawasaga Bay at the southern edge of Georgian Bay in Ontario. It spreads along the waterfront with residential neighborhoods, waterfront properties, and natural landscapes that form its layout.

The town was founded in 1858 and became a major shipbuilding center, launching Canada's first steel-hulled ship in 1901. This maritime tradition shaped its economic development for generations.

The name refers to its waterfront setting, where the bay shapes how the town looks and how people gather in central areas near the water. Local life revolves around these shoreline spaces, where residents and visitors naturally congregate throughout the day.

The local transit system Colltrans connects different neighborhoods to the town center and major facilities. Highway 26 provides road access to surrounding communities for those arriving by car.

A former grain elevator that operated from 1929 until 1993 remains a landmark on the waterfront skyline. This structure stands as a reminder of the era when grain trading was central to local commerce.

Location: Simcoe County

Shares border with: The Blue Mountains

Website: https://collingwood.ca

GPS coordinates: 44.50000,-80.21667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:33