Dufferin County facts for kids
Dufferin County is a special area in Ontario, Canada. It's like a large district that helps organize local services and communities. The main town, or county seat, is Orangeville. Dufferin County covers about 1,486 square kilometers (574 square miles). In 2011, about 56,881 people lived there.
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Discovering Dufferin County's Past
Dufferin County has an interesting history. It was officially created in 1881. Before that, its land was part of Grey County, Simcoe County, and Wellington County, Ontario.
How Dufferin County Got Its Name
The county was named after a very important person. This was Frederick Hamilton-Temple-Blackwood, 1st Marquess of Dufferin and Ava. He was known as Lord Dufferin. He served as the Governor General of Canada from 1872 to 1878. A Governor General is the King or Queen's representative in Canada. They play a big role in the country's government.
Exploring Dufferin County's Communities
Dufferin County is made up of several towns and townships. These are different types of local communities. Each one has its own unique feel and history.
Towns in Dufferin County
There are four main towns in Dufferin County:
- Grand Valley
- Mono
- Orangeville
- Shelburne
Townships in Dufferin County
A township is another type of local government area. It often includes smaller villages and rural areas. Dufferin County has four townships:
- Amaranth
- East Garafraxa
- Melancthon
- Mulmur
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Built around 1871, the Orangeville Town Hall has an opera hall. It is used by the Theatre Orangeville company.
