Treasures of Minto

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Wesley Bates

Wesley Bates is an artist and wood engraver whose work is nationally renowned. He owns the Wesley Bates Gallery and West Meadow Press in Clifford. He also works closely with the Minto Arts Council and other community organizations.

Clifford Rotary Park

Next to the highway, the Clifford Rotary Park runs along Park Street. Its pavilion and meditation circle are separated by a covered wooden bridge over the local creek.

Harriston Kinsmen

The Harriston Kinsmen support a number of parks and recreation projects, including Harriston’s Public Pool. They raise funds for these and other good causes through fundraisers like the Harriston Christmas Parade, curling bonspiels, slow pitch tournaments and an annual comedy night.

Tuffy MacDougall

Don “Tuffy” MacDougall served “B” Troop of the 100th Light, Anti-Aircraft Battery out of
Guelph from March 1941 through “Cease Fire” May 8 1945 into September of 1945. The
100th was part of the 4th Canadian Infantry Division. Tuffy’s military story is mostly about
times with people away from the war and with those he served. He spoke less about combat
details. Those who knew Tuffy said he was about people and his experiences around them.

Wesley Bates Gallery

The Wesley Bates Gallery is owned and operated by Wesley Bates, a renowned artist and wood engraver. The gallery is located in downtown Clifford and it features paintings, prints and other creative imaginings.

Minto Dance Academy

The Minto Dance Academy is a dance studio located in the rear of the Town Hall Theatre. Jazz, tap, ballet, highland and hip hop classes are available.

Palmerston Lions Heritage Park

Palmerston’s Lions Heritage Park is built along the old railway tracks. It includes a playground, splash pad, pool, tennis court, pavilion and walking path, as well as the Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum, the Pedestrian Bridge and Old 81.

Chantal Heroux

Chantal is a local artist of many talents who bounces back and forth from Palmerston, where her main personal studio is located, and Toronto. She explores ideas of re-purposing and recycling materials in order to add value to objects that could be considered trash.

Steckle's Produce and Flowers

Growing high quality food is not just a business, but a way of life. As farmers, we are motivated by a deep love for the land and a desire to share the goodness of homegrown with you and your family. Visit our farm and experience the benefits of choosing family farm fresh.

Greenway Trail

The Greenway Trail winds through Harriston’s downtown and parks areas as it follows the contours of the Maitland River.

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