Explore Georgetown, Ontario
Georgetown is a community located in the town of Halton Hills. It is roughly 60 kilometers west of Toronto and is part of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Georgetown has a population of around 44,000 people. It's known for its small-town charm, scenic landscapes, and historic downtown core. The town is surrounded by the Niagara Escarpment, which provides numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation, such as hiking, cycling, and skiing.
The main street in Georgetown, known as "Main Street", is home to many shops, restaurants, and historic buildings. On Guelph Street you will find the Georgetown Marketplace (a small shopping mall). The town also has several parks, including Cedarvale Park, which features a pond, trails, and picnic areas, and Glen Williams Park, which has a playground and baseball diamond.
Georgetown is well-connected to other parts of the GTA by several major highways, including Highway 401, as well as public transit services like GO Transit.
1. Our favourite places to eat in Georgetown
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Perfect for a lunch date! My favourite is the avocado toast!
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Our go to spot for a fun evening out with friends and great food!
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Our fav takeaway spot when we don't feel like cooking!
2. Things to do in Georgetown
3. Community Resources in Georgetown
Located in Georgetown South, the Gellert Centre has tons of resources.
Check out all the events hosted by Georgetown's Public Library.
Join the local Georgetown "Tell and Sell" Facebook group.
Click the link above for information on Georgetown Hospital.
4. Schools in Georgetown
Georgetown has several schools that provide education for students of all ages, including:
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Halton District School Board: This public school board operates several elementary and secondary schools in Georgetown, including:
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Centennial Middle School
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Georgetown District High School
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Harrison Public School
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Joseph Gibbons Public School
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Park Public School
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Silver Creek Public School
2. Halton Catholic District School Board: This Catholic school board operates
several elementary and secondary schools in Georgetown, including:
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Christ the King Catholic Secondary School
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Holy Cross Catholic Elementary School
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St. Brigid Catholic Elementary School
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St. Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Elementary School
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St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Elementary School
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St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School
3. Private Schools: There are also a few private schools in Georgetown, including:
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Halton Hills Christian School
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North Halton High School
![Georgetown has several schools that provide education for students of all ages, including: Halton District School Board: This public school board operates several elementary and secondary schools in Georgetown, including: Centennial Middle School Georgetown District High School Harrison Public School Joseph Gibbons Public School Park Public School Silver Creek Public School 2. Halton Catholic District School Board: This Catholic school board operates several elementary and secondary schools in Georgetown, including: Christ the King Catholic Secondary School Holy Cross Catholic Elementary School St. Brigid Catholic Elementary School St. Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Elementary School St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Elementary School St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School 3. Private Schools: There are also a few private schools in Georgetown, including: Halton Hills Christian School North Halton High School](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_af87bbe91778445b82c551db5c144d73~mv2.jpg/v1/crop/x_500,y_0,w_3125,h_3337/fill/w_94,h_100,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_auto/11062b_af87bbe91778445b82c551db5c144d73~mv2.jpg)
In addition to these schools, there are also a few alternative education options available in Georgetown, such as the Gary Allan High School and the Georgetown Learning Centre.
Please note this is just a guide, make sure to connect with the appropriate School Board for up to date resources.