Less than a hour north of Toronto, Simcoe County is located in the central portion of Southern Ontario, stretching from the beautiful shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching in the east, to the banks of Georgian Bay in the west. The County of Simcoe is a diverse region with a mix of urban and rural municipalities, including fast growing urban settlements, rich environmental areas, and a prosperous agricultural sector. More than 350,000 residents call Simcoe County home and this unique area provides exceptional quality of life and year round access to recreational activities, including cycling, skiing, golfing, boating, paddling and trails. Our neighbourhoods are family friendly, safe and affordable – offering big city amenities in a peaceful setting.  At the County of Simcoe,