A Brief History of Thorah Township and Beaverton

Settlers, predominantly Scots, began arriving in Thorah Township in the 1820's. Around Calder's mill grew the village of Milton (later called Beaverton) which, in time, had grist, flour, saw and woollen mills, a tannery, a foundry, tradesmen and stores. Churches and schools also appeared. 

In 1870 Beaverton became the terminus, for a time, of Port Hope, Lindsay, Beaverton Railway, and in 1884 an incorporated village. 

Population growth in this area slowed down in the late 1800's with movement to larger centres and to Western Canada. 

By 1900 Lake Simcoe's transportation advantages had waned, but it's recreation benefits increased. The coming of a second railway, the Canadian National, boosted tourism. 

The 20th Century has seen many changes. Lakeview Manor opened in 1967. Today Seeburn Division of Ventra Group Inc. is the largest employer. Beaverton, and it's 5500 residents, provide services for the surrounding countryside, the tourist industry, and a growing retirement and commuter community. Click and learn about our Old Stone Jail, originally built in the late 1840's

Beaverton Community Information

Schools

Beaverton Public School
270 King St., Beaverton L0K 1A0
Phone: (705) 426-9081

Holy Family Catholic School
720 Simcoe St., Beaverton L0K 1A0
Phone: (705) 426-2961
Fax: (705) 426-9793

Thorah Central School
RR#2, Beaverton L0K 1A0
Phone: (705) 426-5858
Fax: (705) 426-5859

Brock District High School
1590-C Regional Rd. 12, Cannington L0E 1E0
Phone: (705) 432-2311
Fax: (705) 432-2080

Beaverton Daycare Centre Inc.
415 Centre St., Beaverton L0K 1A0
Tel: (705) 426-5684

Durham District School Board (DDSB)
www.durham.edu.on.ca 

What's happening in Beaverton

Beaverton Classic Car Cruise Night
Every Tuesday night starting May 13
5:00pm till sunset
location: Terrace Restaurant
phone: 705 426-7670

Beaverton Fall Fair
Sept. 17-19, 2004
contact: Iva Keller
Box 459, Beaverton, Ont. L0K 1A0
phone: 705 426-9444
e-mail: ikeller@encode.com

Beaverton Canada Day Celebration
July 1, 2005
Beaver River Museum
Steve Murray (705) 426-4111
Museum (705) 426-9641 
Simcoe St. is closed off for booths, set up by community groups: sales, refreshments, crafts, baking, ceremonies, parade, entertainment, demonstrations, strawberry shortcake. 
21th Annual Beaverton Antiques & Collectibles Show and Sale
June 4 & 5
phone: 705 426-7808
email: bte.hist.soc@on.aibn.com 

Children's Camp
Registration forms will be available through your child's school, Township of Brock Administration Office, Community Employment Resource Centre, and the Brock Youth Centre.
Contact:
- Brock Youth Centre - 705-432-2778
- Courtney/Debbie Bath 705-357-2350

Beaverton Horticultural Society
Meetings - the 4th Thursday of every month at St. Andrews United Church,Beaverton August Flower Show
August 26,2004, Gillespie Gardens, Beaverton 
Beaverton Thorah Eldon Historical Society House Tour 
Sunday, July 31, 2005, 1:00 - 5:00 pm. 
Contact:
Dorothy Macpherson (705)426-9770
Beaver River Museum (705)426-9641 Tour 6 Local Homes
Refreshments included,
$10.00 - tickets available from:
Maxine's Fashions or at the Meeting Place, 284 Simcoe St. from 11:00 am. on tour day.

Art Association
The East Lake Simcoe Art Association.
From photography to water colours, on canvas or wood. New members are always welcome.
contact: Sheila Davis
phone: 426-7871 
email: sdavis@lindsaycomp.on.ca Shows
Meeting Place, Beaver River Museum
June 4 & 5 
Beaverton Public Library
July 1 Canada Day 
Annual Art Attack Show & Sale
Beaverton Town Hall - August 1 & 2 

Beaver River Museum
The Old Stone Jail
Information: Old Stone Jail page
Weekends: Victoria Day, June and September
Daily: July and August
Hours: 1:30 - 4:00 (except Tuesdays)

Farmer's Market
Victoria Weekend to Thanksgiving
Fridays 2pm to 6pm John St., behind library
click for more info 


Please enjoy a few photos of the homes and views you can see in and around Beaverton. If you live in Beaverton and would like to submit your photos, please send them to Richard@LagoonCityHomes.Com . I will contact you once they have been added to my website. 

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