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
Last Sunday of month September to May
SENIORS' CLUB LE RÉVEIL BREAKFAST
Location: 122 Bond Street, Vankleek Hill
(seasonal)
HIGGINSON TOWER VISITS
Location: 5843 Church Street, Vankleek Hill
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 52-foot-high tower for a spectacular view of the surrounding countryside.
Info: 613-678-3327
January 16, 2010
JUNIOR "C" HOCKEY ALL-STAR GAME (EAST vs WEST)
Location: Vankleek Hill
This game will be played at the Vankleek Hill Arena à 7 p.m. Selected players from Junior “C” teams from Gatineau to Vankleek Hill will battle it out as a “Eastern” and as a “Western” team.
Info.:
www.eojchl.com.
March 19,20, 2010
POND ROCKET CUP
Location: Vankleek Hill
Sixth 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 613-677-2397.
May 2, 2010
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
April 10,11, 2010
CHAMPLAIN COMMERCIAL FAIR 2010
Location: Vankleek Hill Arena
Held every two years at the Vankleek Hill arena, this event attracts the business and services industry, organizations and potential customers.
Info.: Phil at 613-678-5086.
May 22,23 & 24, 2010
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 1st 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.
June 5, 2010
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
June 19-20, 2010
COLLECTORS' WEEKEND, L'ORIGNAL OLD JAIL
Location: 1023 Queen Street, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Exhibition of various collections assembled by collectors from the region. Hats, tools lamps, corkscrews, key chains, ashtrays, bridal gowns and much more
Guided tours of the L’Orignal Old Jail. Admission: $6. 1 800 667-6307, extension 8107 or
infoprison@hawk.igs.net
Info: 1 800 667-6307, extension 8107 or
infoprison@hawk.igs.net
June 25,26, 2010
FIDDLE, STEPDANCING AND SQUAREDANCING COMPETITION
Location: Vankleek Hill Community Centre
Visit this website to find out more about this two-day event, which features fiddlers and dancers from Ontario, Quebec, other parts of Canada and from the States.
Info.: Harvey at 613-674-5638.
Visit:
http://www.hawk.igs.net/~fiddleanddance/
July 1st, 2010
CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS
Location: Various
Verify with the municipal office as to activities in your area.
Info: 613-678-3003
July 1,2,3, 2010
VANKLEEK HILL COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE ABOUT TO REMEMBER THE OLD AND CELEBRATE THE NEW!
Location: Vankllek Hill Collegiate Institute
Former students and staff of the Vankleek Hill Collegiate Institute are invited to share memories of the present building and to usher in the era of the “new” VCI!
An organizing committee has already started to plan events slated from July 1st to 3rd, 2010. Reunion participants will be able to partake in a golf tournament, a Wine and Cheese, a Silent Auction, a Dinner/Dance and much more.
To attend, former students and staff must register on-line before April 30th, 2010 at
http://vci.ucdsb.on.ca.
The Vankleek Hill Collegiate Institute is located at 5814 Highway 34, in Vankleek Hill. Don’t miss it!
July 3rd to 11th, 2010
ONTARIO FAMILY FISHING WEEK (licence-free fishing week in Ontario)
Info:
http://www.familyfishingweekend.com/
July 4, 2010 (1:00 P.M.)
HORSE & BUGGY PARADE
Location: Vankleek Hill
An annual invitation to a horse and buggy only parage along Vankleek Hill's Main Street, followed by a strawberry and ice cream snack at the fairgrounds.
It's an event not to miss !
Info: Phil at 613-678-5086
July 4, 2010 (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 10, 2010
MURDER MYSTERY WEEKEND, L'ORIGNAL OLD JAIL
Location: 1023 Queen Street, at 7:30 p.m.
Participants must discover who committed the murder in a 1930s setting. Dressing up in a disguise is suggested. Admission: $10.
Info.: 1 800 667-6307, extension 8107 or
infoprison@hawk.igs.net
July 17, 2010
HISTORIC MILITARY VEHICLES TOUR
Location: 6500, Highway 34, Vankleek Hill, at 3 p.m.
Gathering of the historic military vehicles of the Blue Balls Express tour at Place Marie, the location of the Sylmar Auto Ville’s classic vehicle garage. Classic antique and modified vehicles of all kinds are welcome. Free admission for all. Everyone is welcome!
Info.: 613 632-6363
July 17,18, 2010
ART AND MUSIC IN THE COURT YARD, L'ORIGNAL OLD JAIL
Location: 1023 Queen Street, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Local artists exhibit their art: painting, sculpture, jewellery and more. Harp music with Ian Hepburn and Christos Bereris. Admission: $6.
Info.: 1 800 667-6307, extension 8107 or
infoprison@hawk.igs.net
July 18, 2010
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
August 7, 2010
STORIES AND LEGENDS, L'ORIGNAL OLD JAIL
Location: 1023 Queen Street, at 7:30 p.m.
Marc Scott, author of Contes et Récits de l’Outaouais, will enthrall participants with strange and mysterious legends. In French only. Admission: $10
Info.: 1 800 667-6307, extension 8107 or
infoprison@hawk.igs.net
August 19,20,21 and 22, 2010
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
August 28, 2010
THE GOLDEN DAYS OF CALEDONIA SPRINGS, THE MOST ELEGANT THERMAL RESORT IN CANADA, L'ORIGNAL OLD JAIL
Location: 1023 Queen Street, at 2:00 p.m. (English)
Come and discover the fascinating history of the most important thermal spa resort in Canada. You will enjoy the unique collection of photographs and artifacts, giving a new life to this glorious international resort. Watch the documentary Les buveurs d’eau for a glimpse of this Victorian spa where, every year, visitors came from all over Canada and the United States to take advantage of its special waters. Admission: $10
Info: 1 800 667-6307, extension 8107 or
infoprison@hawk.igs.net
September 11, 2010
"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 19, 2010
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
October 2-3, 2010
OCTOBERFEST
Location: Vankleek Hill.
Organizers of the 2009 edition had planned for 1,000 to attend: almost four times that number responded ! Come and taste some locally brewed beer and the ever popular German delicacies...
Info: Beau's All Natural Brewery - 1-866-585-2337
October 2, 2010
FAMILY HISTORY DAY
Location: throughout Vankleek Hill
There will be venues for families to display their family histories; presentations on genealogy how-to; speakers on heritage and local history; walking tours; cemetery walks; several churches will be open. Use this event as a fundraiser.
October 30, 2010
FRIGHT NIGHT, L'ORIGNAL OLD JAIL
Location: 1023 Queen Street, at 7:30 p.m.
A night filled with surprises and unexpected twists that will make for an unforgettable evening. Admission: $10
Info: 1 800 667-6307, extension 8107 or
infoprison@hawk.igs.net
November 6, 2010
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 decoratee for Christmas. It's a feast for the eyes !
Info: Louise 1-877-678-3327
November 26-28, 2010
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 3, 2009
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.
