Mildmay, Ontario is a vibrant community nestled in the municipality of South Bruce, Bruce County, Canada. This charming town, primarily inhabited by people of English and German descent, is located northwest of Minto and south of Walkerton on Highway 9. With Formosa to the northwest and Neustadt to the east, Mildmay is possibly named after the place in England where the famous Mildmay Evangelical Meetings were held.
The history of Mildmay, Ontario dates back to 1868 when the post office was established. The town has since grown into a prosperous rural Ontario small town, boasting a population growth of +3.5% from 2011 to 2016.
Mildmay, Ontario is a self-sufficient town with a well-stocked grocery store, hardware store, pharmacy, two diners/restaurants, a pub, and many other businesses. The town also houses the Mildmay Veterinary Clinic, a mixed animal practice serving Mildmay and the surrounding area.
For sports and recreation enthusiasts, Mildmay, Ontario offers a recreational complex with an arena, a baseball diamond, and other sports facilities. The town also has a park with a playground and many walking trails for those who enjoy outdoor activities.
Community life in Mildmay, Ontario is vibrant and engaging. The town has a library, a fire station, and several churches of different Christian denominations. Every year, the town celebrates the beginning of the Christmas season with an annual "Hanging of the Green" festival and lighted night parade. The event features free apple cider, a live nativity scene, sausages, a Santa, and Christmas carols. In addition, Mildmay holds an annual fall fair in September in the Rotary park, along with many other community events and activities year-round.
Mildmay, Ontario is home to the Mildmay-Carrick Public School and the Sacred Heart Catholic school, both of which teach students from kindergarten through grade eight. High school students in Mildmay attend school in Walkerton, a larger town 10 minutes away, which has two high schools (Catholic and public).
The town's official mascot is a muskrat named Mildred, named after Mildred Westmay, the first person to open a business in Mildmay, Ontario. This charming mascot is a testament to the town's rich history and vibrant community spirit.
