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Amalgamation has
brought the former Village of Eganville and the
former Townships of Grattan, Sebastopol and South Algona to incorporate
the beautiful Township of Bonnechere Valley. Not only can you
witness nature at its finest with its abounding lakes and the
beautiful Bonnechere River entwined in the woodlands of the Canadian
Shield, but you can also enjoy strolling the streets of the Jewel of
the Bonnechere, better known as Eganville. Many parks
throughout the township offer a place for young and old to relax and
feast on the heavenly surroundings that abound. The township
can boast of a world known business such as Black Water
Designs. A Rotary Beach in Eganville as well as a lovely beach
on Lake Clear and numerous beaches on Golden Lake can be favorite
spots for tourists. Several 'Tourist Resorts' throughout the
Valley can be accessed by the public. The area is full of
history. For instance the Historic Stone Fence off the Opeongo
Line makes for an interesting facets of the Township of Bonnechere Valley. For boat enthusiasts, the Bonnechere Public Boat
Launch is the place to go. Popular restaurants bring people from far and wide to visit. You have to visit the Bonnechere
Valley to fully experience the awesomeness of this township. Just one visit will be sure to draw you back to the Township of
Bonnechere Valley |
Municipal Services
(Click on the links provide for rates information)
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Municipal and Private Water Supply
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Municipal and Private Sewage
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Residential
& Commercial Hydro
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Volunteer
Fire Department
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O.P.P.
Police
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Residential & Commercial Zoned Vacant Land
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6 Internet
Access Providers
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Elementary
Education
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5 Municipal Recreational Park
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Access to Area
Commercial and Private Airports, Customs on call
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Municipal Stats (2006 Census) |
Total
Population |
3,665 |
Number of Dwellings |
2,195 |
Area (sq. kms.) |
589.87 |
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Number of Businesses (Renfrew County Business Directory) |
Service |
80 |
Commercial |
30 |
Tourism |
21 |
Manufacture |
14 |
Social Organizations |
N/A |
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Top Area Employers (Renfrew County Business
Directory) |
Ben Hokum
& Sons |
135 |
Black Water Designs |
130 |
Red Pine Camp |
63 |
Opeongo High School |
55 |
Lavern Heideman & Sons |
50 |
Ron Nelson
IGA |
45 |
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