www.augusta.ca
Augusta is one of the oldest townships in Ontario with roots dating
back to the 1700s. Here you will find both historic houses and ultramodern estates. Augusta communities include Algonquin, Domville,
Maitland, Maynard, North Augusta, and Roebuck. Algonquin is a
quiet residential community and is home to the township's library.
Domville is a hamlet north of Prescott and boasts the Community
Park. Maitland is a riverfront community that is also known for its
recreational facility (MERC) and its ski trails. Attractions
include Homewood Museum, Blue Church, Point Baril, Antique
Wheels in Motion and the North Augusta Labour Day Festival.
The Township of Augusta boasts such large industries as the Ultramar Maitland Terminal, Nitrochem, PraxAir, E.I. du Pont Canada Company, Invista Canada and Evonik Industries. Augusta is where many small
businesses and agricultural operations thrive. The Business Park in Augusta is strategically located on
County Road 2 near Highway 401. An increasing number of small businesses are calling Augusta Township
home. Entrepreneurs from many business sectors are drawn to the quiet country ambiance of the area.
Total Population: 7,430 (2011 Census)
Mean January Temperature: -8 ⁰C (27 ⁰F)
Mean July Temperature: 26 ⁰C (70 ⁰F)
Average Annual Precipitation: 784 mm rain, 198 cm snow
Per Capita Income: $64,551
Average Household Income: $71,540 (Statistics Canada 2010)
Average Unemployment Rate: 6.4 %
Adults with High School Education: 2578
Adults with College or University Diploma: 2,452
Average 2-Bedroom Monthly Apartment Rental Cost: $650 to $750
Average 3-Bedroom detached Bungalow: $230,121 (2014)
More information:
Ray Morrison, CAO/Clerk
Township of Augusta
3560 County Road, 26, RR 2 Prescott, ON KOE ITO Canada
613-925-4231 / [email protected]
www.leedsgrenville.com
www.NewcomersInfo.ca