Eastern Ontario facts for kids
Eastern Ontario is a special part of Southern Ontario in Canada. It's shaped like a wedge, sitting between two big rivers: the Ottawa River and the Saint Lawrence River. To the north, you'll find Quebec, and to the east and south, it borders the U.S. state of New York. Sometimes, people call it Southeastern Ontario. In 2011, about 1.6 million people lived here. The area covers about 35,296 square kilometers.
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What Counties Make Up Eastern Ontario?
Eastern Ontario is made up of several counties. These are like smaller regions within the larger area.
Main Counties
The main counties in Eastern Ontario include:
- Prescott and Russell
- Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry
- Lanark County
- Renfrew County
- Leeds and Grenville
- Frontenac County
- Lennox and Addington County
Nearby Counties
Sometimes, other counties are also included in Eastern Ontario. These are Hastings County, Prince Edward County, and Northumberland County. However, these three are usually seen as part of Central Ontario.
Major Cities
Eastern Ontario is home to some important cities. The biggest city is Ottawa, which is also the capital of Canada. Other large cities include Cornwall and Prescott.
A Look at Eastern Ontario's History
Eastern Ontario has a rich history. It was first explored by Europeans many years ago.
Early European Visitors
French explorers and fur traders were some of the first Europeans to visit this area. They traveled through the rivers and forests.
French Heritage
A large number of Franco-Ontarian people still live in Eastern Ontario today. These are people in Ontario who speak French and have French roots. Their culture is an important part of the region.
Loyalists Arrive
After the American Revolutionary War, many people known as United Empire Loyalists moved to Eastern Ontario. These were people who stayed loyal to Britain during the war. They helped settle and build up the region.
Images for kids
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Downtown Ottawa is a busy place with many shops and offices.
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The Thousand Islands are a beautiful group of islands in the Saint Lawrence River.
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Queens Theological Hall is a historic building in Kingston, Ontario.
