About our Community

The Town of Erin is a picturesque rural community located in southern Wellington County just north of the Greater Toronto Area. 

It consists of rolling countryside, meandering rivers, small settlement areas and quaint village settings. 
 

A few facts about Erin:

• The Town of Erin covers 360 square kilometres or 140 square miles
• There are 11,439 residents within the Town - 3900 households
• The Town of Erin Roads Department maintains 288.55 km of roads and 50 bridges
• The Town newspaper is "The Advocate", there's also a County wide newspaper, "The Wellington Advertiser"

Activities & Tourism
 

The Town of Erin is part of the Hills of Headwaters tourism region.  Step outside Toronto's back door to the headwaters of four southern Ontario watersheds, the hills of the Niagara Escarpment and the heartland of small-town Ontario. 

For all there is to see and do visit the Hills of Headwaters Tourism Association's website.

Also visit the Wellington County Festivals and Events Guide for lots of fun and interesting things to do within the County of Wellington.

Shopping & Restaurants

Erin has a wonderful collection of shops and boutiques with everything from clothes, toys and bakeries, to housewares and home décor.

Experience Erin’s local artisans of taste as they create delicious food incorporating local produce. The Village has several delicious eateries, and you can relax on the patios to quench your thirst in the summer heat.

It's a great area for cycling, hiking and horseback riding!

The Town Crier

The Town of Erin's Town Crier appears at special events within the Town.

Aerial 360 Tour

Source: Town of Erin