Living Here
Living in Haliburton County
The County of Haliburton is made of four local municipalities:
- Township of Algonquin Highlands
- Municipality of Dysart et al
- Municipality of Highlands East
- Township of Minden Hills.
Rich in adventure and natural wonders, experience artisans, local food, and live entertainment just minutes away from your home or cottage.
Land Acknowledgement
We respectfully acknowledge that the County of Haliburton is located on Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory, and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which are Curve Lake, Rama, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Beausoleil and Georgina Island First Nations. We acknowledge a shared presence of Indigenous nations throughout the area, and recognize its original, Indigenous inhabitants as the stewards of its lands and waters since time immemorial.
Where we are
The County of Haliburton is two hours north of the Greater Toronto Area and just over 4,000 square kilometres in size. Better known as the Haliburton Highlands, it is one of the higher points on the Canadian Shield and is known for its beauty and over 500 lakes. Ten percent of the county is located within Algonquin Park.
What we have
You’ll have all the services you need at your fingertips with an Urgent Care Clinic in Minden and a hospital in Haliburton, six public schools and a world renowned arts college.
What you can do here
To explore all of the adventure, sights and tastes of #MyHaliburtonHighlands, visit our tourism website.