Nestled in Peterborough County, you’ll find the quaint township of Cavan-Monaghan. Just a 10-15 minute drive to Peterborough, the Cavan-Monaghan Township has a population of just 10,016 according to the 2021 Canadian Census. Up until 2007, this Township used to be called Cavan-Millbrook- North Monaghan until it was given its recent name change.
Residents love spending weekends exploring Millbrooks Historic Downtown. There’s boutique shopping, local shops and small businesses that will excite and delight shoppers. Even just strolling the vibrant streets of Millbrook is a fun and pleasant pastime.
You’ll be hard-pressed to find a better trail system than the popular Millbrook Valley Trails. Located just south of Millbrook, Ontario, there’s an impressive network of trails to explore year round. There isn’t a better way to enjoy some fresh air, get active and get in touch with nature.
The Granny Transit will lead you to Southern Ontario’s largest forest, the Ganaraska Forest, which is 12,000 acres with 680 km of hiking and biking trails. Thrill-seekers can enjoy the designated off-road motorcycling, ATV-ing, and snowmobiling or you can hike, cross-country ski or snowshoe.
Ready to indulge in the ultimate Canadian dessert? Cavan-Monaghan Township is home of some of the best butter tarts in Ontario, so if you have a sweet tooth, the butter tart tour in Millbrook is an absolute must.
Running from April to October, Millbrook hosts a Farmers Market on the 4th Sunday of the Month. Explore local artisans, produce, bakers and food producers. You’ll find these farmer’s markets at Old Millbrook School, located on 1 Dufferin Street.
Open since 1894, the Cavan Monaghan Libraries will transport you to new worlds through their extensive library. Whether you love to curl up with a tangible book or you love to explore the digital realm, there is something for everyone looking to expand their cultural connections and literacy skills. They also offer free public Wi-Fi, computer labs, printers and fax machines.
If horse harness racing, playing the slots, events and concerts and exhilarating date night dining are more your speed (see what I did there?) then you will love to check out the Kawartha Downs Speedway in Fraserville. With a calendar packed full of events, you will never run out of entertainment.
If you’re a movie buff, Cavan-Monaghan is the place to be. Millbrook- the biggest population centre of Cavan-Monaghan happens to be the site of numerous films including: Anne with an E, Music Man, Let it Snow, Ice Princess and A History of Violence.
While exploring Cavan-Monaghan, don’t forget to check out these places!
North Cavan Public School
Located 12 km Southwest of Peterborough in Cavan, North Cavan Public School is part of Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board. They offer their students from grades kindergarten to grade 6 both English and French courses. This school is serving students from Cavan, Ida, Mount Pleasant and the surrounding areas.
Millbrook/South Cavan Public School
Serving Southern communities in Cavan-Monaghan, Millbrook/South Cavan Public School is also part of Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board. They also serve students from kindergarten to grade 6.
Within the township of Cavan-Monaghan, there are a number of small hamlets, communities and villages, including: Carmel, Cavan, Ida, Millbrook, Fraserville, Cedar Valley, Five Mile Turn, Mount Pleasant, Cavan Station, Dranoel, Fairmount, Kendry, Murray Hill and more!
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