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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS: Sites, Blogs & An Online Map
The internet is used increasingly as a community-building tool. Here are some examples of Elgin websites that can help you stay connected with your neighbourhood.
This award-winning website contains informtion, resources and links related to industry and tourism in Elgin County.
The Backroading Elgin map was developed by artist Shelley McVittie. It includes many "hidden treasures"--interesting businesses to visit on the eastern side of Elgin County.
Dutton Dunwich Chamber of Commerce
The Dutton Dunwich chamber has a long history of community building initiative. On their recently developed website you will find a business directory, an events calendar, some tips for day-tripping in Dutton Dunwich and a great Earth Week page.
Otter Valley Chamber of Commerce
The Otter Valley Chamber of Commerce is a network for Bayham businesses and organizations. The website includes information about Bayham communities and businesses.
Port Stanley Business Improvement Association
The website includes visitor information and events in the popular Port.
St. Thomas Downtown Development Board
The website offers a directory of businesses, newsletter, information about downtown (read about the story behind the murals) and an events listing. The listing is a free community service designed to be a central source for St. Thomas groups and organizations to let residents know what St. Thomas has to offer.
The Wardsville Blog is a forum for brainstroming in the tiny community situated at the corners of four counties—Elgin, Middlesex, Lambton and Kent. Two volunteers have taken on the task of facilitating the community dialogue arising from the question, "What assets and gifts does Wardsville have to work with?" as a basis for planning the future.
West Elgin Chamber of Commerce
The West Elgin Chamber's tagline is "Central to Everything, Second to None." Their website covers mainly economic and background information. They have partnered with Dutton Dunwich and the EmPoWER (Marketing Partners of Western Elgin Region) group for some unique initiatives and events promoting tourism in western Elgin County.