The amalgamation of Bruce County’s townships into eight municipalities in 1998 was a significant event in the region’s history. This restructuring aimed to streamline government operations and improve service delivery. The amalgamation involved the merger of Bruce Township, Tiverton, the Town of Kincardine, and the Township of Kincardine, among others. The process was formalized through a plan approved by the Municipal Council of the County of Bruce and submitted to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for Ontario. The amalgamation plan included the reorganization of thirty municipalities within the County of Bruce, reflecting the region’s growth and development. The amalgamation of Bruce County’s townships into eight municipalities was a pivotal moment in the region’s history, marking a significant change in the governance and administration of Bruce County. It is a testament to the region’s growth and the efforts made to improve service delivery and governance.
This map shows Bruce County’s townships before the 1998 amalgamations.
The amalgamation also led to the creation of new municipalities, such as South Bruce, which was formed from the amalgamation of the Township of Culross and the Village of Teeswater. This restructuring was part of a broader trend of municipal consolidation in Ontario, which aimed to create more efficient and effective local government. www.brucemuseum.ca
Sincere thanks to the Southern Ontario Tourism Organization
Bruce County Genealogical Society wishes to express our sincere thanks to the Southern Ontario Tourism Organization. They granted permission to use the Bruce County portion of this Grey – Bruce Visitors Map. This map shows details such as the concession roads and township boundaries before the 1998 amalgamation. It also highlights towns and villages of Bruce County. These features make it a valuable tool for everyone doing genealogical research in Bruce County. Map Links: Bruce County North Bruce County South
The Canadian County Atlas Digital Project
The County Atlas Digital Project is a searchable database of the property owners’ names which appear on the township maps in the county atlases. Township maps, portraits and properties have been scanned, with links from the property owners’ names in the database.
Professional genealogists have recognized the importance of these atlases for many years. Although some of these atlases were reprinted during the 1970s, the fact is that many of these reprints are becoming as rare as the originals. McGill’s “Rare Books and Special Collections Division” is fortunate in owning copies of many of the original atlases.
To access their site, click HERE. For the map of Bruce County, click HERE.