Living & Playing in Renfrew County

Diverse Topography and Tourism

The County of Renfrew is home to over 900 fresh water lakes and 4 major rivers within its boundaries. In addition to its year round tourist destinations and business opportunities, the County of Renfrew is only 45 minutes from the city of Ottawa, and is the largest county in Ontario. To find out more about County of Renfrew tourism opportunities, visit the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA).

The OVTA has been telling Canadians from all walks of life that the Ottawa Valley, and especially the County of Renfrew, is an ideal place to live. Not only can a family enjoy the tremendous nature adventures available throughout the county, but many former residents are returning from big cities to retire and reunite with one of the prettiest rural settings in Canada.

In the News

Harrowsmith Country Life Magazine, one of Canada's leading lifestyle magazines, selected The Ottawa Valley in the top ten of its ideal rural locations to live. The April 2004 edition featured its annual tribute to "ten of the prettiest places you might want to call home". The magazine based its rankings on cost of living, greenspace, quality of life, and historical traditions.

The Ottawa Valley was also featured in the 2005 September/October issue of Canadian Geographic. This issue was so popular that you can't even backorder it anymore!

For more information on other places of interest in Renfrew County please visit the Resources page for links to additional websites pertaining to this beautiful region. If sporting activities is what you're into, you'll find it all right at your back door in the Ottawa Valley.