gananoque - Study Upper Canada

GANANOQUE
Gananoque welcomes you to the natural beauty
of Ontario Canada’s 1000 Islands. Designated as a
World Heritage and National Geographic location,
the St. Lawrence River and the surrounding area
is a destination of choice for visitors from all over
the globe.
Discover the many talented artists, unique shops
and restaurants, take in a play or step back in time
with a historical walking tour, experiencing some
of the most intriguing and charming heritage
sites in eastern Ontario.
If you’re looking for adventure, go exploring,
take one of the many hiking or water trails and
discover the natural beauty that abounds in
Gananoque.
UCDSB Schools
In the town of Gananoque, there are two
Upper Canada District School Board schools.
Elementary Schools
Linklater Public School
High Schools
Gananoque Secondary School
LOCATION
ONTARIO, CANADA
Gananoque is
about 3 hours from
Toronto, 2 hours
from Ottawa and
about 3 hours
form Montreal.
Gananoque is about
15 minutes from the
border crossing into Upper New York State. The town
is accessible from Highway 2 along the St. Lawrence
River or from Highway 401. From the 401 westbound,
take exit 645 or 648. Traveling eastbound exit at 645 or
647.
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Town of Gananoque Activities and Events
Organization
Description
Contact
Gananoque Boat Line
Boat tours of Boldt Castle, Singer Castle, and surrounding
river attractions in Gananoque
1-888- 717-4837
www.ganboatline.com
Concerts in the Park
Live music
www.gananoque.com
1000 Islands Playhouse
Contests, Community Events, and Artistic Plays for the
community
613-382-7020 ext. 36
www.1000islandsplayhouse.com
Dreams in Motion
Dance and Theatre Classes, Music and Painting Workshops
613-382-6700
www.dreamsinmotion.ca
Gallery VAGA
Display of Canadian artists' paintings
http://www.vagagallery.com/
Downtown Murals
www.gananoque.com
1000 Islands Playhouse Office
Box
Gananoque Concert Series
613-382-7020
Gananoque Golf and Country
Club
Golf Course
613-382-1670
gangolfclub.com
GreeneAcre Golf Club
Golf Course, Golf Lessons
613-382-4653
www.greeneacregolfclub.com
Heritage Park Splash Pad
www.gananoque.ca
Dream Catcher Farm
Horseback Riding Lessons
www.dreamcatcherfarm.ca
Putt'n Play Mini Golf
Miniature Golfing
613-382-7888
www.the1000Islands.com
Arthur Child Heritage Museum
of the 1000 Islands
Museum
613-382-2535
www.1000islandsheritagemuseum.com
Gananoque Historical Museum
Museum
613-302-2149
www.museevirtuel-virtualmuseum.ca
Explore Gananoque
Nature Trail on the Waterfront for walking, running, biking
613-382-2149
www.gananoque.ca
Landon Bay Centre
Outdoor nature site for camping, kayaking, bird watching
and trail hikes
(613) 382-2719
www.landonbay.org
Keys Job Centre
Volunteer Initiative Program
613-382-2492
www.keys.ca
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Interested in other activities?
The list of activities above has been compiled for UCDSB
international students studying in the Gananoque area. If there
is an activity that you are interested in that is not listed, please
contact us at international@uclc.ca and we will be happy to
assist you.
If you require transportation, please ask your homestay family or
use the city’s taxi service: (Gananoque Taxi: 613-382-3399).
For More
Information About
Gananoque, visit:
www.gananoque.ca
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