The inclusion of businesses and services on this page is not an endorsement of the products or services promoted, but simply an exchange of links. We will make every effort to screen links so that they will be useful to anyone living, cottaging or travelling in Ontario. To exchange a link with us, contact Gus Zylstra.

ADVOCACY GROUPS

Earthroots A strong advocate and agitator for wilderness preservation in Ontario, combining aggressive grassroots campaign strategies with excellent research and educational programs.

The Peaceful Parks Coalition An Ontario advocacy group promoting ecological and environmental sustainability.

Cats In Kennels Program A word of mouth, educational program designed to educate the public about the environmental impact of domestic cats upon wildlife, especially birds. It promotes responsible pet ownership to protect cats as well as wild animals.

Ethics and Animals — A blog site promoting animal ethics in Ontario.

COMMUNITY RESOURCE SITES
(also, see Ontario Tourism Regions below)

Lanark Highlands, providing a breath of Ireland and Scotland at your doorstep in the Ottawa Valley.

North Hastings, A community resource for the North Hastings region and the southern Algonquin Park region including Bancroft.

Ontario Rural Routes, Your resource for the wealth of products, services and activities in Rural Ontario

Port Carling Boats, your information source for cottage life in Muskoka.

Shop Renfrew County Business Directory featuring some of the finest places to shop and do business in the County of Renfrew, in the heart of the Ottawa Valley.

Visit Muskoka: A continually updated guide of Muskoka and its cottage rentals, accommodations, activities and more.

What's On Ontario.... your free guide to what's on just North of Toronto—event calendar for Orangeville, Caledon, Erin and Dufferin County.

COTTAGE SERVICES

OntarioCottage.com.... your source for Ontario cottage rentals and cottages for sale.

LIFESTYLE

Planet-Friendly: A free, weekly e-mail newsletter about peace, environment, sustainable living, food, community and human rights

Vegan Essentials, Travel Store -- Cruelty Free Luggage, Travel Accessories, and Vegetarian Travel Books

Trash Talk - An inspirational guide to saving time and money through better waste and resource management.

MAGAZINES

Magazines Canada — subscribe to hundreds of magazines on every conceivable topic.

Magazine Digs — A Valuable Magazine Directory and Information Resource.

ONTARIO TOURISM REGIONS

History Alive. Explore the pathways to the past, from Kingston to Cornwall, a rich heritage is waiting for you.

REAL ESTATE

Canada Real Estate Directory

TRAVEL

Green Earth Travel, Vegetarian and environmentally friendly travel.

BikeHike Adventures specializes in small group multi-sport adventures in South and Central America, Canada, New Zealand and Africa.

For travellers looking for Ontario travel advice, go to Ontario Travel Secrets.

Boutique Hotels Ottawa: Ottawa boutique hotels offer unique architecture, design and a warm atmosphere to turn your hotel stay into a personal experience.