Stretching from west of Thunder Bay to Kakabeka Falls, the Municipality of Oliver Paipoonge ranks, by area, among the largest municipalities in the Thunder Bay District. Established on January 1, 1998, through amalgamation of the Township of Oliver and the Township of Paipoonge, Oliver Paipoonge is a region of startling contrasts. Within its 350 square kilometres, the municipality encompasses both vast stretches of pristine wilderness and one of the most beautiful natural phenomena’s in Canada – Kakabeka Falls. Being one of Northern Ontario’s greatest tourist attractions, the Falls, known as “Niagara of the North”, bolsters over 300,000 visitors per year. Expanding industrial developments create exceptional opportunities for businesses and even broader lifestyle choices for the region’s 6,000 residents. Oliver Paipoonge still carries out is historic function as a farming community and a passageway for travel, but today does much more than that. It’s a focal point for transportation, manufacturing, service and forestry industries. Favourable economic conditions and a safe, healthy environment make for the highest quality of life. Oliver Paipoonge is a caring community of energetic, high-spirited people. Festivals, parades, and a wide range of special-occasion activities blend with the natural attractions. The combination of lush forests, spring-fed water and clear air creates a healthy environment for working and living. Come and experience our many natural wonders and activities: · Tubing down the Kaministiquia River · Golfing – Whitewater Golf Course and Municipal Golf Course · Paipoonge Museum · Forest tours · Pick-your-own-fruit farms · Founders Pioneer Village · Kayaking · White Water Canoeing · Salmon Fishing · And Much More! Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park provides a spectacular view of the waterfall on the Kaministiquia River. For additional information on other local tourist destinations visit North of Superior Tourism
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