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Simpson Mine Shaft

This mine shaft is of great importance to Canadian history and metal manufacturing. It is the location of the first copper mine built in Canada in 1846. At this Simpson museum are over 7000 artifacts relating to Canada’s early mining life, domestic life and industry. Today, Canada is one of the world’s major producers of copper, making this the early birthplace of one of Canada’s most lucrative industries making this hidden gem in Ontario well worth a visit.  

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• 9244 Hwy 17 E, Bruce Mines, Ontario, P0R1C0
• 705-785-3493
• http://www.brucemines.ca/mine%20shaft.html

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Meadowview alpaca farm.

This family-friendly Ontarian farm is home to 88 adorable alpacas ready to spend time with you and your loved ones. Guests of this Alpaca Farm can pay for a tour of the facility as well as feeding time with the alpacas. Stop by the gift shop for alpaca-themed merchandise or visit their shearing station to see how alpaca fleece can be turned into different products sold nationally.  

Photo: Meadowview Farm Facebook

• 908 Carter Side Rd, Bruce Mines, ON P0R 1C0
• (705) 785-3389
• https://www.facebook.com/meadowviewalpacafarms/

Historic Mine Trail

A long series of outdoor trails encompass over two hours of walkable trail to discover. The routes follow important historical sites in the history-making of Bruce Mines. For example, one trail is named after a jail site that used to house Ontario prisoners during the early mining era. This might be a small town, but it has a big history hidden in its nature, waiting for travellers to discover.

Photo: Bruce Mines Gallery

• Hwy 638, Bruce Mines, ON P0R 1C0

Bruce Mines United Church

This is a century-old church constructed by early Presbyterian settlers, a relic of history still frequented today and available for public visit. A special attraction that draws visitors is a century-old hand-carved copy of The Lord’s Prayer, made in 1891 as a wedding gift for a parishioner’s daughter.    

Photo: Algoma County Gallery

• 18 Williams St, Bruce Mines, ON P0R 1C0
• (705) 785-3444
• http://www.brucemines.ca/churches.html

Bruce Mines Marina

This beautiful marina is open all summer long and attracts hordes of crowds looking to beat the heat and set sail on the water. Bruce Mines marina offers all the amenities one would need to go boating, so all visitors need to bring is a valid license. A popular destination for tourists and locals alike, stop by the marina and enjoy an evening staring out at the gorgeous sunset on the all-natural Bruce Mines bay.

Photo: Algoma County

• Hwy 17, Bruce Mines, ON P0R 1C0
• http://www.brucemines.ca/marina.html

The Copper Bean Cafe

The Copper Bean is a popular local cafe with a loyal clientele- with good reason; this spot is known in the area for its wide selection of drinks, fresh food, exceptional desserts, and top-notch interior design. This diner also sources ingredients from local farms, making their food extra tasty and fresh. Stop by and enjoy a drink on their patio or a panini sandwich and salad in-house.

Photo: The Copper Bean Facebook

• 9196 Hwy 17, Bruce Mines, ON P0R 1C0
• (705) 908-3032
• https://www.facebook.com/bmcopperbeancafe/

Copper Town Treasures

This is a one-of-a-kind antique market in the Algoma area. If you are in the mood for unique, hand-selected vintage items from furniture to clothes, Tupperware and glassware, Copper Town Treasures is the vintage market to shop at. The owner’s hand selects everything in the store, making this a popular destination for clients looking to discover the unique artisanal treasures of this small county. Bruce Mines sits in a historic area with tons of local history, and by shopping at this vintage market guests can access that history at affordable prices.

Photo: Copper Town Facebook

• 9188 Hwy 17, Bruce Mines, ON P0R 1C0
• (705) 255-8657
• https://www.facebook.com/CopperTownTreasures/

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Group of Seven – Bruce Mines

This Group of Seven interpretive panel located in Bruce Mines in Ontario’s Algoma Country. The interpretive installation depicts the painting of Tom Thomson’s of View Over a Lake, Shore with Houses, c. 1913. Sit and look over the site that inspired this incredible work of art. The Group of Seven was a group of Canadian Landscape painters from 1920 to 1933. They believed that distinct art could be developed through direct contact with the incredible nature of the Canadian landscape and initiated the first major Canadian national art movement.

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Bruce Mines is a quiet town on the shores of the North Channel of Lake Huron. It is located on the Trans Canada Highway (Hwy 17) and is tucked into a sheltered bay. The Town offers all of the support services needed to enjoy a vacation getaway in comfort. You will find a library with internet service, grocery store, LCBO for your liquor, little shops, restaurants, gas stations and places to rest. Bruce Mines is steeped in history, so come and explore this little town.

“Come as a tourist and leave as a friend.”

• Tour the Simpson Mine Shaft ( restored and recreated 1843 Copper Mine )
• Tom Thomson painted the harbour in 1912. Moments of Algoma Group of 7 at the marina
• Explore the Bruce Mines Museum
• Step Back in History and hike the Mine Trail
• Visit the waterfront and check out the little library
• Browse the Library – use the computers to maintain contact with your family and friends.
• Dine at our local Restaurants
• Geocache and find the hidden treasures in our area
• Check out local garage sales and auctions for hidden treasures
• Attend local events such as Cruisin Car Show, Fall Fair, Turkey Suppers, etc
• Use the boat launch, cruise the North Channel or use the  other facilities at the Marina , located downtown Bruce Mines
• The Bruce Mines & District Chamber of Commerce web site offers a complete business directory and everything you need to know about the Town of Bruce Mines
• Relax at Serenity Spa.

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Saturday, September 21, 2024

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Welcome to the 22nd annual Sylvan Circle Artist & Artisan Tour. Travel the picturesque countryside between Echo Bay and Bruce Mines and meet over fifty of the area’s finest artists and artisans. At each location you’ll find unique, one of-a-kind creations, perfect for your home or for gift giving. Come, see, shop, discover!

Look for the Sylvan Circle signs directing you along the tour. Enjoy the day!

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NOTE: Some tour artists are not able to accept credit cards. Please note the ATMs on the interactive map.

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Annual Sylvan Circle Art and Artisan Tour

  September 21, 2024 - September 21, 2024

Fee / admission: free.

Celebrating 22 years in 2024! The Sylvan Circle Tour is a self-guided art tour held each September during the beautiful fall colour season.

Travel the picturesque countryside between Echo Bay and Bruce Mines and meet over fifty of the area’s finest artists and artisans at township & community halls on the tour.   At each location, you’ll find unique, one-of-a-kind creations, perfect for your home or for gift giving.

The route is well-signed. Exhibitors will demonstrate during the day and local groups sell food and beverages at many sites. A complete route map can be found on the Sylvan Circle Tour website.

Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

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Bruce Mines

Revel in serene hills that roll gently in pastoral beauty or taper off to share a big sky view as the Trail guides you to the Town of Bruce Mines. Nestled on the shores of Lake Huron, and located directly on the Trans-Canada Highway, Bruce Mines is a scenic community rich in history that also serves as the civic centre for the neighbouring Township of Plummer Additional. The Town was founded in 1846 as Canada’s first copper mine and is the first Northern Ontario town to be incorporated. Bruce Mines is home to all types of accommodations from camping to full service motels to cottages that include a unique stay in an island lighthouse. The local restaurants serve great food with Northern Ontario hospitality and are known regionally for their homemade pies and butter tarts.

Visitors to this vibrant community can connect to local history with a visit to the museum or a tour of the Simpson Mineshaft , relax on the shores by the public marina, or stage for a rugged excursion on the nearby Voyageur Hiking Trail. In early fall, fortunate travellers in the countryside may catch the exultant rise of Sandhill Cranes as they gather in fields in their hundreds during their annual migration. The community provides several  amenities to visitors including groceries, restaurants and free WIFI at the library, making Bruce Mines an ideal stop on your trip along the Lake Huron North Channel.

Just under 4 km north of the Trail, you can visit the Meadowview Alpaca Farm . They offer tours and sell many products made with alpaca wool. If you miss them on the Trail, you can visit their booth at the Johnson Township Farmers Market in Desbarats.

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Trail Attributes

Distance: 23km

Paved rural and (some) residential roadways

2.5km on Provincial rural Highway 638, which includes an length posted at 80km/h with narrow paved shoulders.

Approximately 5km on unpaved (gravel) rural roads

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The Central Algoma Freshwater Coalition , an organization devoted to the protection, improvement and restoration of watersheds in the Central Algoma Region, has produced an excellent downloadable map with suggested cycling, hiking and cross country skiing experiences.

Sylvan Circle Tour – A drive-focused experience that can be followed via much of the local Great Lakes Waterfront Trail connecting Bruce Mines to Echo Bay and looping back through the scenic Sylvan Valley.

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Trans-Canada Trail – The Trans-Canada Trail network stretches from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific and Arctic Oceans, forming the largest trail network in the world. The Lake Huron North Channel section of the Trail is designated as Trans-Canada Trail.

Voyageur Hiking Trail – The Voyageur Hiking Trail is a collection of wilderness hiking opportunities totaling roughly 1100km in length between Sudbury and Thunder Bay. The Voyageur Hiking Trail and is part of the Trans Canada Trail network. Connect: via Old Garden River Road and Landslide Rd to Hiawatha Highlands Conservation Area.

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Town of Bruce Mines Bruce Mines Chamber of Commerce Township of Plummer Additional

Staging Areas

All staging areas have parking, washrooms (may be seasonal)

• Bruce Mines Marina (South of Hwy 17 / Cunningham Street Intersection)
• Sault Ste. Marie Airport  (88kms distant / Approx 1hr travel by car)
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Tourism (General) Algoma Country, Bruce Mines Bruce Mines Chamber of Commerce Ontario By Bike  – Cycle Friendly Businesses and Trip Ideas

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Stroll through the past by visiting the final resting places of the men and women who helped build our beautiful communities. Explore the various cemeteries located throughout the region and see gravestones dating back to the early 19th century.

Click here to see a map of each cemetery's location.

1. Bruce Mines Cemetery

56 Taylor ST. Bruce Mines

2. Cloudslee Cemetery

Travelling East from Sault Ste. Marie on Highway 17 go to Bruce Mines and turn left on Highway 638 North. Go 2.6 Kilometers to Cloudslee Road. Turn right and Cloudslee Cemetery is 4.9 Kilometers on the right.

3. Humphrey Cemetery

Humphrey Cemetery is located in Plummer Additional. It is 10.5 Km from the turn off at Hwy. 17 at Bruce Mines or 2 Km north east of Rydal Bank on Hwy 638. Turn left at Nethery Road, a dead end road, and the cemetery is located immediately on one's right at the top of the hill beside a large gravel pit.

4. Plummer Cemetery

At Bruce Mines on Hwy 17, turn onto Hwy 683. Proceed approximately 14.5 kms to Rydal Bank and turn left onto Plummer Road. Proceed 5.5 kms then turn right onto West side road for 2kms. The Plummer Cemetery is on the right.

5. Sands Cemetery

Travelling East from Sault Ste Marie on Highway 17 turn North at Bruce Mines on Highway 638. Proceed for approximately 15 kms and the cemetery is on the right.

6. Trunk Road Cemetery

Turn north on to Highway 638 at Bruce Mines, go 1 kilometer and turn right onto Trunk Road.

7. Rock Lake Aberdeen Cemetery

Travelling East from Sault Ste Marie on Highway 17 turn North at Bruce Mines on Highway 638. Proceed for approximately 17.5 kms and the cemetery is on the left.

To find out more about our local cemeteries or to see other cemeteries in the wider community go to genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com