About the Region Welcome to the 7 jewels in the crown of Waterloo Region. Each of our 7 Communities offer a wonderful tapestry of urban and rural experiences with a rich heritage that is deeply honoured and an unlimited future that is cultivated with creativity.

Township of North Dumfries

With a rich history dating back to the 1800's, North Dumfries Township is a wealth of heritage and connection with the past. North Dumfries has respected and maintained its landmarks with pride and the honouring of our past offers travellers a self-guided inside look into a life forgotten. for those that love to walk the outdoors wandering through some of the most beautiful historical sites in the Region, North Dumfries is a dream come true. Take some time to wander the Ayr Walking Tour and the Roseville Walking Tour. Here you will find the story of some of the 20 designated historical landmarks including stately stone houses, log homes, one-room schoolhouses and barns that are recognized and protected under the Ontario Heritage Act.