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A Capsule History of Goderich When William "Tiger" Dunlop was sent into the Huron Tract by the Canada Company to prepare for opening up the area to settlers, he fell in love with the setting of Goderich on Lake Huron at the mouth of the Maitland River. He made it his headquarters, living north of the river (his tomb is a historical site with a magnificent view of the harbour and the town. It can be reached by following the Tiger Dunlop Trail „ see the story on this site). As the political capital of the county and the site of the largest and best harbour, Goderich has become the largest centre in Huron. Two major industries, the Domtar Salt Mine and Champion Road Machinery (now Volvo), and a number of smaller employers, make it also the industrial capital of the county. Goderich is noted for it's wheel and spoke design, with streets radiating out from Court House Square. As the first town in the county, it is also filled with some of the most beautiful Victorian homes. The combination of its design, its natural setting and the pride homeowners and town officials have shown, has turned the town into a showpiece. In 1998 Goderich was winner in its category in the national Communities in Bloom competition. With its beaches, museums, shopping facilities and special events, Goderich is a popular stop for visitors along the Lake Huron shore. Each Saturday there's a farmers market in the Courthouse Square park and throughout the year there are festivals and carnivals to keep the town busy. |
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