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Richards Landing
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he Township of St. Joseph, which includes
Richards Landing, was incorporated in 1876.
Richards Landing is the largest settlement on the Island
and provides a wide range of recreational, cultural, health,
entertainment, business and financial services to the
Island community. You’ll find unique shops and eateries in
Richards Landing, historic sites of interest, as well as many
exciting events and festivals during the summer and fall
months such as annual art shows, music festivals, maple
syrup festival and the “Just Passin’ Through” concert series
to name a few.
The Richards Landing Municipal Marina is a full-service
marina with showers and laundry, pump-out, free internet
service for boaters and exceptional waterfront dining, all
within steps of the downtown business area. The view of
the Bridge and the St. Joseph Channel is not to be missed.
Contact The Township of St. Joseph at 1669 Arthur Street,
Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0 or phone (705) 246-2625.
Email: clerkadmin@stjosephtownship.com
Johnson Township
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stablished in 1889 Johnson Township is located
60 km east of Sault Ste. Marie on the TransCanada Highway 17 and home to the hamlet of Desbarats.
With access to the beautiful North Channel of Lake
Huron, we are home to several freshwater lakes excellent
for fishing, paddling, swimming, boating, and more.
Johnson Township is a vibrant agricultural community
with a seasonal Farmers’ Market supported by the local
Mennonite community.
Home to the wildlife preserves of The Kensington
Conservancy including walking trails and scenic lookouts.
The Central Algoma Elementary/Intermediate/Secondary
School(s) and the Johnson Township Community Centre
and Arena. We provide a full range of recreational events
and programs including winter and summer community
festivals, the annual Fishing Derby, ATV Poker Run, and the
Big Buck Contest. Along with the North Shore (youth) SloPitch & Soccer Associations, the Adult Recreational Hockey
League and the Youth Recreational Hockey Association.
The Voyageur Trail, the Waterfront Trail Cycle Route
and major snowmobile and ATV trails pass through the
township.
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Contact Johnson Township at 1 Johnson Drive, PO Box
160, Desbarats ON P0R 1E0 705-782-6601
www.johnsontownship.ca
