minto news and stories
“Minto is a good place to start a family”
In 2017, Christopher and Jean Ruela thought they were making a temporary move to Palmerston from Burlington for better jobs. Five years later they’re still here, now with two kids in tow.
From Jamaica to Palmerston
Kelsey and Adrian Campbell chose small town peace and quiet over big city amenities to raise their three children.
How a derailed afternoon drive led this couple to Palmerston
Jennifer and Nikola got lost on an afternoon drive – and just couldn’t stop visiting Palmerston.
A calmer lifestyle drew these retirees to Harriston
“Be prepared for a lot less of the rat race,” says Harriston resident Tony Stroud.
Coming home to Minto
Aaron and Taylor Keunen returned to their Minto roots to grow their businesses and family.
Following love all the way to Minto
Caitlyn and Andrew Turton moved back to Minto from Alberta, and have built their life in Palmerston.
Growing food and community at Reroot Organic Farm
City transplant-turned-farmer Caitlin Hall and her family love Minto’s vibrant community life.
Barreling into Minto
Marla and Pete Bradford moved their lives and their business – The Barrel House – from Picton to Clifford.
“A community that comes together to support support each other”
Nicole and Derrick bought a new build home in Palmerston and love the friendly vibes in their new home town.
“A safe and peaceful community” to grow a family
Originally from Turkey, the Almohommad family came to Canada to escape war and are loving rural life.
These empty nesters found their home halfway to the cottage
John and Cindy say the decision was easy to move to Harriston.
Escape from the city
After 15 years of apartment living, Alicia and Cliff bought their first home in Clifford.