Brockton, located in Bruce County, was incorporated in 1999, when the townships of Brant and Greenock and the town of Walkerton amalgamated. What is now known as Brockton includes, Bradley; Cargill; Chepstow; Dunkeld; Eden Grove; Glammis; Little Egypt; Malcolm; Maple Hill; Narva; Marle Lake; Lake Rosalind; Pearl Lake; Pinkerton; Portal; Riversdale & Solway.
Although elegant historical buildings line the streets and Walkerton’s downtown (a great shopping destination) can be best described as Victorian, Brockton is also home to one of the largest natural wetlands in Southern Ontario, Greenock Swamp, along the banks of the Saugeen River.
Brockton also houses both, the Saugeen and Teeswater Rivers, which are surrounded by countless scenic spots and an abundance of multi-use trails. In addition, numerous feeder streams and spring fed lakes (full of brown trout, bass & pike) are helping Brockton to become one of the greatest fishing destinations in the world.
An outdoor wonderland, Brockton has a number of activities to offer including fly-fishing; canoeing; kayaking; swimming; cycling; hiking; camping; hunting; skiing; snowmobiling and ATVing. With countless parks; ball diamonds; soccer fields; swimming pools; gardens; walking paths; picnic shelters; pavilions and two golf courses, there is always something to do.
Known for Agriculture and farming, Brockton offers the best of Bruce County beef, maple syrup, dairy, fresh local fruits and vegetables.
Walkerton Clean Water Centre safeguards water for people all over Ontario and offers extensive education & training in the field.
Walkerton is home to two high schools as well as the Saugeen Municipal Airport.
Fun Fact: Walkerton was placed in the Guinness Book of World Records for having a church on each corner of their jail & courthouse complex.
 

MUNICIPAL CONTACT INFORMATION

http://www.brockton.ca/en/index.asp

Phone: 519-881-2223
Email: info@brockton.ca
Address: 100 Scott Street, P.O. Box 68, Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0
 

CHAMBER & BIA

Walkerton BIA

ACTIVITIES & EVENTS

Saugeen Home & Recreation Expo; Annual, Spring (http://saugeenexpo.ca)
Walkerton Royal Winter Fair; Annual, Autumn (www.wagsoc.ca)
Brockton Busker’s Festival; Annual, August (www.walkertonchamber.ca/buskersfestival.cfm)
Walkerton Juried Art Show; Annual, April (http://www.brockton.ca/en/visit-us/Juried-Art-Show.asp)
Independent Film Screenings, Bruce Grey Film Society (Hanover & Walkerton) (http://www.bgfs.ca)
Music in the park; Walkerton Heritage Water Garden Park, Summer (http://www.brockton.ca/en/be-active/Music-in-the-Park.asp)
Walkerton Midwestern Ontario Rotary Music Festival; Annual (www.omfa.info)
Pickin’ by the Pond, Cargill’s Country & Bluegrass Music Festival; Annual (https://www.facebook.com/pages/PICKIN-BY-THE-POND-Cargill-Ontario/339513790819)
Cargill Bike Bash; Annual (https://www.facebook.com/CargillBikeBash)
County Towne Players theatre group & live entertainment, Victoria Jubilee Hall (www.vjhall.on.ca)
Self-guided Heritage Tours (driving & walking), Walkerton Legion (http://www.brockton.ca/en/visit-us/heritage-tours.asp)
Lobies Park Campground, Walkerton (email: recreation@brockton.ca)




 

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There are many avenues for funding open to small businesses and entrepreneurs.

The Bruce Community Futures Development Corporation (Bruce CFDC) is a community based not for profit corporation, committed to small business and community economic development. Affiliated through Industry Canada’s - Community Futures Program, this independent corporation embraces initiatives and activities in support of economic diversification and community prosperity.

Incorporated in 1986 as a not for profit corporation in the Province of Ontario, a volunteer Board of Directors continues to govern the directions, priorities and policies of the Bruce CFDC. Board members are representative of a broad geographic area and bring a variety of skills including strong small business experience and expertise. Board meetings are held monthly, with a full review of operating matters as well as detailed consideration of eligible loan requests. All are dedicated to the health and prosperity of the area. A core staff of four manage the daily affairs of the corporation. Contract and/or part-time staff are hired as required to implement special projects.

Under agreement with the federal government, the mandate of the Bruce CFDC is to help develop and diversify the local economy through:  a. community strategic planning  b. business counselling  c. investment in small business

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