A Rider's Guide to the Heart of Ontario

From the Grand River to Lake Ontario and back up north to escarpment country, in The Heart of Ontario the roads of Hamilton, Halton and Brant Region lead to diverse scenery and exciting things to do.

By Mike Jacobs Mike is passionate about sharing his love for the North with the rest of the world.

April 12, 2023

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About Mike Jacobs

Mike is an avid Northern traveller, having spent years traversing its backroads, and visiting its remote lodges and fun cities by car, RV, motorcycle, and boat. There's always something new to discover in the North and Mike never shies away from the next great adventure. Mike is the chairman of the board for the Tourism Technology Company.

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