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| Place | The Island |
| Type | Dispersed Rural Community |
| Province / Territory | Ontario (ON) |
| Location | Grenville |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 44.855278 |
| Longitude | -75.578889 |
| Importance | Village / hamlet |
| CGN ID | FCVQU |
The Island is a locality in Grenville, Ontario, Canada. It is classified as a village / hamlet. The Island is located at 44.8553°N, 75.5789°W.
The Island, nestled in the embrace of the St. Lawrence River, presents a verdant tapestry of rolling farmland and dense woodland, a place where the sky seems to stretch further and the air carries the scent of damp earth and pine. It lies 16.7 km north-north-west of Prescott, ON (from Prescott, ON: bearing 343°T), and is situated 12.2 km south-east of Hutchins Corners. Its terrain, a gentle rise from the water's edge, is sculpted by ancient glacial forces, leaving behind fertile soil that has been coaxed into yielding bountiful harvests for generations. Here, the river itself acts as a constant, murmuring companion, its currents carving a slow, deliberate path, reflecting the deep blue of the heavens and the emerald of the surrounding foliage. Sunlight, particularly in the late afternoon, filters through the mature trees with a golden luminescence, casting long, dancing shadows that lend a quiet magic to the landscape. Historically, The Island's fortunes have been intrinsically linked to the mighty St. Lawrence, serving as a vital passage for trade and settlement since early colonial times. This waterway was the original highway, bringing settlers and their dreams to these shores, and the echoes of that past are still felt in the weathered stone foundations of forgotten farmsteads and the stoic, enduring spirit of its inhabitants. The local economy, while diversified, still leans into the land, with agriculture forming a significant backbone, complemented by a growing appreciation for its natural beauty as a draw for visitors seeking a respite from busier locales. Small, independent businesses thrive, their storefronts lining the main thoroughfares, each contributing to the distinct, unhurried pulse of life on The Island.
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Location data for The Island is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |