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Stretching  half  way  across  the  continent,  and  with  an 
area  of  more  than  412,000  square  miles,  the  Province  of 
Ontario  offers  a  diversity  of  year-round  attractions  which 
have  won  for  it  the  title  "Canada's  Vacation  Province." 
Within  its  boundaries  are  to  be  found  so  many  features  of 
entertainment,  sport  and  pure  relaxation  that  it  is  difficult 
to  enumerate  them  without  the  details  being  lost  in  the 
tremendous  over-all  picture.  For  this  reason  we  have 
prepared  five  regional  booklets,  each  describing  the  out- 
standing characteristics  of  one  geographic  district  within 
the  Province. 

This  booklet  deals  with  Northwestern  Ontario,  roughly 
that  area  between  Lake  Superior  on  the  south  and  Hudson 
Bay  on  the  north,-  and  the  eastern  shores  of  Lake  Superior 
and  the  Manitoba  boundary  on  the  west. 

The  other  units  in  Ontario's  vacation  picture  are  South- 
eastern Ontario,  Southwestern  Ontario,  Central  Ontario, 
and  Northern  Ontario.  Copies  of  these  publications  are 
also  yours  for  the  asking. 


DEPARTMENT  OF  TRAVEL  AND  PUBLICITY 

Parliament  Buildings,  Toronto  2,  Ontario 

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THE   NIPIGON   AND 

LAKE   SUPERIOR 


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Scene  at  Cavers  Hill,  Highway  17 


Step  over  the  rim  of  civiliza- 
tion into  an  unspoiled  paradise 
created  just  for  sportsmen.  From 
Lake  Superior's  rocky  shores,  far 
into  the  north  stretches  the 
mighty  Nipigon  country,  with 
scenery  to  take  your  breath 
away  .  .  .  game  and  fish  in  in- 
credible abundance  .  .  .  moose, 
geese,  ducks  .  .  .  speckled  trout, 
lake  trout,  whitefish,  pickerel, 
pike  and  sturgeon  that  dare  the 
angler  to  battle.  Lake  Nipigon 
itself,  70  miles  long  by  35  miles 
wide,  is  dotted  with  more  than 
two  thousand  islands.  Magnificent 
promontories  rise  1,000  feet 
straight  out  of  deep  clear  water 
...  a  profusion  of  other  waters, 
rushing  streams,  clearwater  lakes 
...  all  these  challenge  and 
captivate  the  dauntless  fisher- 
man and  have  earned  a  world- 
wide reputation  for  the  lovely 
Nipigon.  Camps  and  resorts 
accessible  from  east  or  west  via 
trans-continental  railway,-  or 
King's  Highway  Number  17  from 
Port  Arthur  and  Fort  William. 


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Mount  McKay 


Haven  for  hay- fever  sufferers  .  .  . 
air-conditioned  by  the  sparkling  blue 
waters  of  Lake  Superior  to  an  average 
•r  temperature  of  60  degrees! 
Since  the  days  of  the  "Company  of 
Adventurers  Trading  into  Hudson's  Bay" 
and   of   the   North  //est    Trading   Com- 


pany, this  has  been  the  doorway  to 
the  west.  Today  on  the  sites  of  the 
old  forts,  the  twin  cities  of  Port  Arthur 
and  Fort  William  on  Thunder  Bay,  serve 
as  key  points  of  entry  to  a  vacationland 
of   many   and   varied   delights.     Every- 


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where  hints  of  the  thrilling  history  of 
the  northwest  add  to  the  rugged  beauty 
of  forest  and  stream.  On  every  side 
are  such  natural  wonders  as  Kakabeka 
Falls,  The  Sleeping  Giant,  towering 
Mount  McKay,  The  Sea  Lion,  Silver 
Islet  and   Sibley  Park.     Especially  de- 


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lightful  is  the  scenery  that  opens  up  in 
endless  variety  along  King's  Highway 
Number  17,  from  the  Lakehead  cities 
to  Schreiber,  and  northward  to  the 
Nipigon,  a  land  where  deer  and  moose 
and  all  kinds  of  wild  life  abound,  and 
game  fish  lurk  in  every  stream. 


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When  you  hit  the  50th  parallel, 
you're  really  in  the  north-  and  this  is 
e  outdoorsmans  newest  stamp- 
ing ground,  with  sporting  thrills  to  last 
a  life-time.  Accessible  by  rail,  or 
via  the  new  trans-continental  highway, 
the  country  around  Dryden  and  Sioux 
Lookout    is   undeniably   "tops"    in    the 


angler's  book.  60-pound  muskies,  25- 
pound  northerns  and  huge  lake  trout 
are  common,  and  bass  fishing  is  ex- 
cellent during  July  and  August  .  .  . 
and  in  these  cold  northern  waters 
every  fish  is  a  real  battler  that  will  fight 
to  the  last  gasp. 


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Log  booms  neor  Sioux  Lookout 


Wildlife  everywhere 


Numerous  wilderness  camps,  nestled 
on  the  shores  of  isolated  lakes,  offer  the 
best  of  accommodation  for  vacationists, 
and  the  vast  water  area  makes  it 
possible  to  travel  throughout  the  district 
by  canoe  with  very  short  portages. 

Directly  north  lies  the  famous  Red 
Lake  mining  district,  while  to  the  south, 


innumerable  water  routes  lead  to 
seldom  visited  lakes  and  secluded 
wilderness  retreats.  The  whole  district 
teems  with  wild  life  and  seldom  is  the 
sportsman  disappointed  when  he  sets 
out  with  camera,  rod  or  gun,  in  search 
of  moose,  deer,  bear,  partridge,  ducks 
or  game  fish. 


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Kenora  and  the 
Lake  of  the  Woods 


On  the  northwestern  border  of  On- 
tario, the  Lake  of  the  Woods — Minaki 
District  is  a  2,000  square  mile  lake  and 
island  playground  of  unsurpassed  beauty 
for  nature-lovers  and  vacation-seekers. 
Kenora,  lovely  Queen  City  of  the  North- 
west, is  its  natural  capital,  where, 
summer  and  winter  alike,  a  holiday 
atmosphere  prevails.  Hundreds  of  lakes 
teem  with  small-mouth  bass,  lake  trout, 
muskies  and  wall-eyes,  providing  many 
a  winner  in  international  fishing  derbies. 
Lake  of  the  Woods  itself  is  probably  one 
of  the  most  beautiful  bodies  of  water 
of  its  size  in  the  world,  with  verdant 
banks  dropping  steeply  to  the  brilliant 


blue  water  along  60,000  miles  of  shore 
line,  where  a  thousand  intriguing  inlets 
tempt  the  canoeist  and  cruiser  to  ex- 
plore. Daily  motor  boat  excursions 
are  conducted  through  scenes  of  breath- 
taking beauty  among  14,000  islets,- 
pleasant  resorts  and  houseboats  tucked 
away  in  the  solitude  of  uncounted  bays, 
offer  excellent  accommodation.  Re- 
nowned for  its  crystal-clear  atmosphere 
and  sunny  days,  this  is  an  ideal  spot  for 
those  who  would  escape  hay  fever  or 
other  asthmatic  troubles.  And  remote 
though  the  area  is,  it  is  readily  reached 
by  train,  car  or  air,  from  east,  west  and 
south  ...  an  ideal  vacation  land  for 
those  who  love  the  true  north. 


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THIS  IS  CANOE  AND 


Lake  and  forest  on  every  tide 


The  evening  is  still 


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Someone  wrote  a  "jingle "  about  Ontario — "How  soon 
you'll  doff  your  daily  cares,  on  the  water  trails  of  the 
voyageurs" — and  whether  you  want  a  cruise  along  fairly 
well-settled    shores,    or    a  idventure    in    the   deep 

wilderness,  you'll  find  it  in  Northwestern  Ontario.     Hen 
ancient  routes  of  fur-traders  are  still  the  main  routes  of  travel, 
and  e  reveals  new  scenes  of  beauty,  new 

evidence  of  the  plentiful   wildlife  in  the  forests,  every    lake 
and  stream  yields  its  sporty  game  fish.     Seasoned  guides  will 


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CAMP  COUNTRY 


And  camp  will  soon  be  madfs 


introduce  you  to  the  thrill  of  white  water,  lead  you  over 
portages  worn  by  the  moccasins  of  generations  of  Indians. 
And  the  evening  meal  of  trout  and  bacon,  around  the  cheery 
gleam  of  the  camp-fire  is  the  time  for  re-telling  of  age-old  tales 
of  the  pioneers,  deeds  of  daring  from  Paul  Bunyan  to  Indian 
legend  .  .  .  stories  to  dream  about  on  a  bed  of  fragrant 
boughs. 

By  train  or  highway  to  the  Northwest — there  drop  your  canoe 
into  the  river — and  you're  off  to   the  vacation  of  a  lifetime. 


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You'll  be   Interested  to   Know — 
Canxuiuut   CuAta+tvL  Kexftdatia+vi  ate  cZuttfUe 

Be  Sore  to  Bring  With  You  Your  State  License  Card 

Tourists  entering  Canada  do  not  require  passports.  It  is  suggested;  however, 
that  the  possession  of  identification  papers  will  facilitate  entry  into  Canada  and 
also  assist  in  establishing  the  visitor's  right  to  re-enter  his  own  country  on  his 
return  there. 

Automobiles  imported  by  non-residents  for  touring  purposes  only  are  admitted 
for  a  period  of  up  to  six  months.      These  permits  ore  obtainable  from  I 
Officers  at  port  of  ■ 

les  comprising  a   tourists   outfit   may   be   brought   h  I  .  ithout 

duty  or  deposit. 

2/ cut  Mcuj,  Sltofi  i+t  OntasUa 

United   States   Customs   Regulations 

Residents  of  the  United  States,  returning  from  Ontario,  are  entitled  to  exemp- 
tion from  duty  on  articles  up  to  the  value  of  $100.00,  acquired  in  Canada,  if 
Such  resident  has  remained  outside  the  territorial  limits  of  the  United  States  for 
at  least  48  hours  on  the  trip  on  which  merchandise  was  acquired  and  have  not 
applied  for  a  similar  exemption  within  the  previous  thirty  days. 

Each  member  of  the  family  in  the  party  is  entitled  to  the  exemption  of  $100.00 
and  when  a  husband  and  wife  and  minor  or  dependent  children  are  travelling 
together,  the  articles  included  within  such  exemption  may  be  grouped  and 
allowance  made  without  regard  to  which  member  of  the  party  they  belong. 

Ontario    Offers    Excellent    Fishing 

A  non-residenf  fishing  license  in  Ontario  costs  $5.50  per  person,-  or  a  family 
license  covering  parents  and  children  under  21,  $8.00.  For  complete  fishing 
information,  wnte  for  copy  of  THE  FISHERMAN'S  ONTARIO. 

The   Canadian    Gallon    is    Equal   to    Five   U.S.    Quarts 


Hudson's   Bay 


Foleyet 

Hornepayne 

Mobert  (Montizambert) 

Long  Lac 

RrtTbdl 

Dine 

Hudson 

Ombobitco 

Nak.na 

Steep  Rock  Lake 

Red  Lake 
Cochenour  W 


Company   Posts  in   Ontario 

McKen.-  • 


Pagwa  River 
Moosonee 
Moose  Factory 
Albany 
Ghost  River 

Weenusk 
Atiaw;: 

Severn 

Nipigon  House 
Osnaburgh 


Lansdowne  House 

Ogok. 

Grassy  Narrows 

Trout  Lake 

Big  Beaver  House 

Bearskin  Lake 

Cat  Lake 

Windigo  Lake 

Pekangekum 

Sandy  Lake 

Gogama 

Mattice 

Deer  Lake 


Hudson's    Bay    Company    Stores — Ontario 

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Other  publications  of  this  Department,  available  on  request: 
ONTARIO,  YOUR  BEST  VACATION  BET 
THE  FISHERMAN'S  ONTARIO 
WATERWAYS  TO  EXPLORE— BOOK  I,  THE  TRENT 
WATERWAYS  TO  EXPLORE— BOOK  II,  THE  RIDEAU  LAKES 
WATERWAYS  TO  EXPLORE— BOOK  III,  LAKE  OF  THE  WOODS 
1948  ONTARIO  ROAD  MAP 
FLYING  FACTS  ABOUT  ONTARIO 
1948— WHERE  TO  STAY  IN  ONTARIO 

AND 
WITH  ROD  AND  GUN  (COMBINED) 


For  your  convenience,  the  Government  of  the  Province  of  Ontario  operates 
Tourist  Reception  Centres  at  main  border-crossing  points. 

You  will  find  uniformed  receptionists  on  hand  to  answer  any  last  minute 
queries  you  may  have,  and  to  help  you  map  your  route  through  Ontario.  These 
centres  are  located  at: 

Kenora-Keewatin Near  Cameron  Bay  Bridge 

Fort  Frances Church  Street 

Pigeon  River Near  Fort  William-Port  Arthur 

Saul t  Ste.  Marie Ferry  Dock 

Point  Edward  near  Sarnia Blue  Water  Bridge 

Windsor Detroit-Windsor  Tunnel 

Windsor Ambassador  Bridge 

Fort  Erie Peace  Bridge  Exit 

Niagara  Falls 534  Bender  Hill,  near  Rainbow  Bridge 

Niagara  Falls Princess  Elizabeth  Building 

St.  Catharines Junction  Queen  Elizabeth  Way  and  Highway  Number  8 

Lansdowne 1000-lslands  Bridge  Exit 

Prescott Ferry  Dock 


The  Province  of  Ontario  is  a  participant  in  THE  NORTHERN  GREAT 
LAKES  AREA  COUNCIL,  together  with  the  States  of  Michigan,  Wisconsin 
and  Minnesota. 

Included  in  the  Council's  objectives  are  the  improvement  of  tourist 
facilities  generally  throughout  this  entire  vast  area  and  the  dissemination 
of  accurate  and  timely  information  for  the  traveller. 

In  planning  your  visit  to  Ontario,  why  not  arrange  your  route  so  as  to 
pass  through  one  or  all  of  these  states.  Complete  information  and  litera- 
ture may  be  secured  by  writing: 

The  Michigan  State  Tourist  Council,  Minnesota  Tourist  Bureau, 

State  Capitol,  State  Capitol, 

LANSING,  Mich.  ST.  PAUL,  Minn. 

Wisconsin  Conservation  Department, 

State  Capitol, 

MADISON,  Wis. 


DEPARTMENT  OF  TRAVEL  AND  PUBLICITY 
Parliament  Buildings,  Toronto  2,  Ontario 

Honourable  Arthur  Welsh,  D.S.O.,  Minister 
Tom  C.  McCall,  Deputy  Minister 


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