Champlain Township boasts diverse tourist attractions and recreational facilities in each of our four wards.
From our quaint Victorian and historical sites in Vankleek Hill, to the agro-tourism in West Hawkesbury, to the waterfront playgrounds and campgrounds in L'Orignal and Longueuil, Champlain Township has something for everyone.
Enjoy the peace and tranquility of a West Hawkesbury country inn after biking along the scenic country and riverside roads in Longueuil...
If you're looking for accommodation information, try checking the Business Directory under Bed and Breakfasts, Hotel/Taverns and Motels.
For more information on tourism in the area, contact the Township: 613-678-3003.
Every Saturday (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
VANKLEEK HILL FARMERS' MARKET
Location: Vankleek Hill Collegiate Institute
www.vankleekhillfarmersmarket.ca
Last Sunday of month September to May
SENIORS' CLUB LE RÉVEIL BREAKFAST
Location: 122 Bond Street, Vankleek Hill
January to April, 2012
ARBOR GALLERY SPEAKER SERIES
Location: 36 Home Avenue, Vankleek Hill
www.arborgallery.org or
click here for list of events
(seasonal)
HIGGINSON TOWER VISITS
Location: 5843 Church Street, Vankleek Hill
Seasonal hours - Info:
www.higginsontower.ca
Visitors can go inside this 175-year-old restored Higginson Observation Tower. This restoration, involved heritage stonemasons and timber frame construction. Interior stairs allow visitors to climb to the top of this 56-foot-high tower for a spectacular view of the surrounding countryside.
Info: 613-678-3327
(seasonal)
VANKLEEK HILL MUSEUM
Location: 94 Main Street East, Vankleek Hill
Seasonal hours: Wednesday through Sunday 11: 00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Info: 613-678-2323
(seasonal)
VANKLEEK HILL TOURIST CENTER
Location: 94 Main Street East, Vankleek Hill
Seasonal hours - Info: 613-678-2323
June to August
ZUMBA DANCE FITNESS
Location: Vankleek Hill Community Centre
Tuesday & Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 pm.
June to August
L'ORIGNAL OLD JAIL (1-888-632-5245)
Location: 1023 Queen Street, L'Orignal
Guided tours - The Old Jail in L'Orignal was in continuous use from 1825 right up to 1998. It has now been reopened as an attraction during the summer and special events. The associated court house continues to this day.
CLUB DE L'AMICALE DU VILLAGE DE L'ORIGNAL
Calendar of activities 2011-2012 (French version only)
February 2 to 4, 2012
POND ROCKET CLASSIC
Location: Vankleek Hill
Third annual tournament at the Vankleek Hill Community Centre (3 divisions - open, recreational and emergency services). Sign up soon and receive an early bird discount.
Info.: Derek at 613-678-2396 or email
derek.duval@avirocorp.com.
February 3-12, 2012
CARNIVAL 2012
Click here for Carnival Program.
February 18-20, 2012
ONTARIO FAMILY FISHING WEEK (licence-free fishing week in Ontario)
Info: http://www.familyfishingweekend.com/
March 16,17, 2012
POND ROCKET CUP
Location: Vankleek Hill Community Centre
Eighth annual tournament at the Vankleek Hill Community Centre and the hockey at this 4 on 4 men's tournament has gotten better every year.
Sign up soon and receive an early bird discount.
Info.: Derek at 613-678-2396,
www.pondrocket.com or email
derek.duval@avirocorp.com.
March 17, 2012
VANKLEEK HILL ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE
Vankleek Hill will be the setting for the first annual St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Info: Phil at 613-678-5086
April 14-15, 2012
2012 CHAMPLAIN COMMERCIAL FAIR
INVITATION TO EXHIBITORS 'If you've got it - Flaunt it ! We are 'on the map'. (pdf)
Drop by and see what products and services local business people/entrepreneurs/contractors offer to the consumers.
Location: Vankleek Hill arena
Info.:Phil Arber at 613 678-5086 or by e-mail
arberphil@gmail.com
April 21, 2012
ANTLER CONTEST
Location: Vankleek Hill Community Centre
Info.:Yves Chouinard at 613 632-7649
May 6, 2012
RUSSELL GAULEY CANCER BREAKFAST
Cancer Society Fundraiser
Location: Vankleek Hill Community Centre
All proceeds go to Canadian Cancer Society
Cost: $6 adults & $3 children
For information: Evelyn at 678-3760
May 12, 2012
SQUARE DANCE COMPETITION, SHOW AND JAMBOREE
Location: Vankleek Hill Community Centre
Vankleek Hill Fiddle and Dance invites the public to come and watch contestants as well as former contestants put on a show, followed at 8 p.m. by an old-time dance open to the general public.
Info.: Kelly at 613 675-4955
Visit:http://www.hawk.igs.net/~fiddleanddance/
May 19-21, 2012
MAY SHOW FESTIVAL
Location: Vankleek Hill
Art shows at art galleries in Vankleek Hill during the Victoria Day long weekend, a fixture since 1982. Entertainment and craft vendors in the street, closed to traffic on Sunday and Monday.
Info.: Phil at 613-678-5086.
June 2nd, 2012
TRASH 'n TREASURE DAY
Location: Vankleek Hill
Held on the first Saturday in June, everybody in Vankleek Hill is invited to set up a table to sell items no longer used or needed. The saying holds true: someone's trash becomes another's treasure !
Info: Louise at 1-877-678-3327
July 1st, 2012
CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS
Location: Various
Verify with the municipal office as to activities in your area.
Info: 613-678-3003
July 7, to July 15 2012
LICENCE-FREE FISHING WEEK IN ONTARIO
Info: http://www.familyfishingweekend.com/
July 8, 2012
HORSE & BUGGY PARADE
Location: Vankleek Hill
An annual invitation to a horse and buggy only parade along Vankleek Hill's Main Street.
It's an event not to miss !
Info: Phil at 613-678-5086
July 21, 2012
FIDOFEST
Location: Vankleek Hill fairgrounds
Presented by Excellent Events. For you and your companion: toys, treats and lots of fun!
Info: Phil at 613-678-5086
August 12, 2012
GOLF TOURNAMENT – L’ORIGNAL FOOD BANK
Location: To be held at the Cité Golf Club.
The proceeds of this tournament will be donated to the L’Orignal Food Bank.
Info: Jacques 613-675-2218
August 16,17,18 and 19, 2012
VANKLEEK HILL FAIR
Location: Vankleek Hill
One of the oldest fairs in Ontario, people from all over and former Township residents come in to partake in the festivities. Featured are grandstand shows, a demolition derby and many agricultural contests.
Info: Evelyn 613-678-3760
September 8, 2012
"RAY OF HOPE" FISHING DERBY
Location: L'Orignal
Come and join us in L’Orignal for this annual fishing derby. Relax and enjoy your fishing experience and help us raise money for sick children. Register early .... a spaghetti dinner is included.
Info: Jacques 613-675-2218
September 23, 2012
FESTIVAL OF FLAVOURS
Location: Vankleek Hill, on Main Street.
In Vankleek Hill, vendors sell specialty food products on Main Street. Music, and lots of goodies to stock the larder for winter!
Info: Phil 613-678-5086
September 23, 2012
CAR SHOW AT SYLMAR AUTO VILLE
Location: Place Marie, 6500 Highway 34, Vankleek Hill
The first edition of the Paul-Émile Séguin Memorial Car Show (for the benefit of the Alzheimer Society, Cornwall and District) will be held on the grounds from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A $5 donation is suggested for participating vehicles. The public is welcome and donations are also encouraged.
Info: Martin Villeneuve at 613 632-6363 or visit
www.sylmar.ca/events.
September 28-30, 2012
OKTOBERFEST
Location: Vankleek Hill.
Come and taste some locally brewed beer and the ever popular German delicacies...
Info: Beau's All Natural Brewery - 1-866-585-2337
October 6, 2012
L’ORIGNAL - LONGUEUIL HERITAGE WINE AND CHEESE
Location: Knights of Columbus Hall, L’Orignal.
L’Orignal - Longueuil Heritage is organizing its 7th annual Wine and Cheese on Saturday, October 6st, 2012 at the L’Orignal Knights of Columbus Hall. Great selection of wines, cheeses and pâtés.
Info and tickets : Louise at 613 675-2237 or
louise.bedard@bellnet.ca.
November 3, 2012
VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS HOME TOUR
Location: Vankleek Hill
Vankleek Hill, gingerbread capital of Ontario, is the perfect setting for this popular Victorian home tour. The interior of some private homes is decorated for Christmas. It's a feast for the eyes !
Info: Louise 1-877-678-3327
November 23-25, 2012
CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
Location: Vankleek Hill's Community Centre
The Holiday season is ushered a month early with this annual show. Decorations, clothing, exterior ornaments, jewels and more are displayed. The perfect place to find that perfect gift !
Info: Phil 613-678-5086
December 7, 2012
VANKLEEK HILL's PARADE OF LIGHTS
Location: Vankleek Hill at 7:00 p.m.
A feast for the eyes ! Vankleek Hill's Main Street is closed for this special parade of well-lighted floats. Bystanders, yound and old, have a ball !
Info.: Phil 613-678-5086.
March 10, 2011
LADIES LEISURE NIGHT
For more information,
click here
Location: Pleasant Corners Public School, 4099 Highway 34, Vankleek Hill
Info: 613-678-2030
March 14 to 18, 2011
MARCH BREAK PROGRAM – “THINK GREEN, THINK SPRING!”
Location: Arbor Gallery Centre for Contemporary Art
(children from 7 to 12)
Info: Jessica 1-877-616-5086 or
contact@arborgallery.org ,
www.arborgallery.org
May 14, 2011
CHILDREN’S FLOWER SHOW
Location: Vankleek Hill Community Centre lobby
(Registration : 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.; viewing as of 1:00 p.m.)
Info.:Monica Vogel at 613 678-6603
May 14, 2011
« A CELEBRATION OF WEDDING GOWNS » (1867-1992)
Location: Vankleek Hill Community Centre (upstairs) – 7:30 p.m.
For information: Evelyn at 678-3760
Info.:Vankleek Hill Museum at 613 678-2323
June 4, 2011
TRASH 'n TREASURE DAY
Location: Vankleek Hill
Held on the first Saturday in June, everybody in Vankleek Hill is invited to set up a table to sell items no longer used or needed. The saying holds true: someone's trash becomes another's treasure !
Info: Louise at 1-877-678-3327
July 3, 2011 (following the Horse & Buggy Parade)
STRAWBERRY SOCIAL
Following the Horse and Buggy Parade, you are invited for a strawberry and ice cream snack at the fairgrounds.
July 3, 2011 (1:00 P.M.)
CHAMPLAIN COLLECTORS & SPORTSMEN ARMS FAIR
Location: Vankleek Hill Community Centre, 36 Mill Street
Admission: $6
Info: George at 613-632-5219
July 17, 2011
VANKLEEK HILL AND DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY FLOWER SHOW AND TEA
Location: Vankleek Hill Community Centre, 36 Mill Street
(from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.)
Admission: $7
Info: Monica at 613-678-6603
November 19-20, 2011 (10 am to 4 pm)
CHRISTMAS MARKET
Location: L'Orignal Old Jail, 1023 Queen Street
More than 20 artisans will offer their original creations for unusual Christmas gifts for friends, family and .... Yourself !
Info: Louise 613-675-2237 or Madeleine 613-675-1234
November 19, 2011
OLD-FASHIONED DINNER IN L’ORIGNAL
Location: École élémentaire catholique Saint-Jean-Baptiste’s gymnasium
Come taste typical old time offerings in École élémentaire catholique Saint-Jean-Baptiste’s gymnasium as of 6:30 p.m. This is one layman’s event in celebrating the end of the Saint-Jean-Baptiste parish’s 175th anniversary.
Tickets : $35 in limited numbers, please phone Louise Bédard at 613 675-2237.
December 3, 2011
CHÂKIDOR - CHORALE DE L'AMITIÉ CONCERT IN L'ORIGNAL
Location: Saint-Jean-Baptiste Church, L’Orignal
Châkidor is a man-woman duo which has taken many stages by storm ; it will share the stage with L’Orignal’s Chorale de l’Amitié on December 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the Saint-Jean-Baptiste church. Come listen to the show aptly named “Le coeur aux fêtes” (Holiday Season Spirit).
Tickets : $15, please phone Claudette at 613 675-4688.
December 17, 2011
GINGERBREAD COMPETITION
Location: Vankleek Hill Collegiate Institute (VCI) 5814 Highway 34, Vankleek Hill
Come and watch four area high school students battling it out for the top honours of who bakes the best gingerbread delicacies! Judging at 10:30 a.m., prizes awarded at 11:00 a.m.
Info.: Phil Arber at 613 678-5086
December 18, 2011
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Location: Vankleek Hill Community Centre, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Children and those young at heart can have this Sunday morning breakfast with the one and only Santa!
Info.: Phil Arber at 613 678-5086
