Georgian Bay Musical Theatre Company: Giving a platform for local performers

Lori-Ann Clancy, “Clance”, is well known in the North Simcoe arts community for her commitment to theatre and her 26 year history as a high school drama teacher. Clance’s latest endeavour is the Georgian Bay Musical Theatre Company, encouraging local talent with top quality renditions of popular productions. EDCNS is about growth, attraction and investment. […]

Discovery Harbour: Exploring the skate trail

The Discovery Harbour Skate Trail offers winter fun for the whole family in Penetanguishene, right in the Heart of Georgian Bay! The historic site is transformed into a winter wonderland every weekend in February with a 1km ice skating loop, snowshoeing, a kids tube run and so much more! EDCNS is about growth, attraction and […]

Georgian Shores Catering: Catering to our love of local food

Georgian Shores Catering Company has been open for about a year and the outpouring of community support has been amazing! Chef Dave & Chef Wade have been wowing local foodies with their incredible take-home meals, full-service catering and delectable desserts from their Midland location, literally just steps from Georgian Bay! Georgian Shores Catering is a […]

For the LOVE of North Simcoe

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, let’s feel the love! With thriving businesses and breathtaking views, find out why so many people LOVE living and working in our tight-knit communities.     EDCNS is about growth, attraction and investment. We are committing a significant amount of energy to tell the story of the many successful […]

Mad Cravings: Mad about local food

Sarah and Geoff White left behind the oceans in Halifax for the lakes of North Simcoe and beautiful Georgian Bay to run Mad Cravings when Mad Michael retired. The restaurant continues the delicious, made-from-scratch and locally sourced tradition at the big yellow building in Wyebridge on Highway 93.     EDCNS is about growth, attraction […]

OMG Men & Women’s Fashion: Keeping us stylish in North Simcoe

Loving the local lifestyle, JoAnn Menard moved to Penetanguishene about 10 years ago. She saw the need for cute, casual, comfortable, quality clothing in an affordable price range. With the help of La Clé de l’emploi Employment Services and the North Simcoe Community Futures Development Corporation (NSCFDC), OMG Men & Women’s Fashions now provides fantastic […]

North of Exile Games: Gathering magic in the north

Born and raised in Midland, Jason Malott didn’t ever see a reason to move away but, as a passionate gamer, he dreamed of bringing something bigger to our local community. Jason was able to realize his dream by opening North of Exile Games, a board game cafe and store in Penetanguishene that is nothing like your […]

Murray Van Halem: The artist’s life on Georgian Bay

North Simcoe is home to some of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. For artist Murray Van Halem, that was one of the biggest draws that brought him to the shores of Georgian Bay. With past careers in photography and real estate, Murray semi-retired to our area almost 10 years ago to follow his […]

my GBay: Embracing the Georgian Bay lifestyle

The ideal place for children to grow up and the love of the active, outdoor lifestyle that North Simcoe offers brought Barb Coxworth to the Heart of Georgian Bay over 20 years ago. Barb has taken her passion for Georgian Bay and the outdoor lifestyle one step further with my Gbay, a lifestyle and apparel […]