About Strathroy-Caradoc

Description

The municipal logo includes the furrows of the rural landscape as its foundation, representing the agricultural heritage of the community.

The historic city hall building is included above the name and slogan as a recognized landmark of Strathroy-Caradoc and the centre of local government.

Combined, these visual elements reflect the unique relationship of 'urban opportunity' and 'rural hospitality' found in Strathroy-Caradoc.

Resources

Download a high resolution copy of the municipal logo (JPG [749 kB]).

View the logo specifications (PDF [304 kB]).

For more information on the use of the municipal logo, please contact the Communications Coordinator.

Settlement in our region can be traced as far back as 8,000 B.C., with early Native trails laying the groundwork for many of the area's main roads.

The first recorded survey of Caradoc Township took place in 1821 just before settlement by European immigrants. The village of Mount Brydges was a significant early settlement in the Township.

The Town of Strathroy was born on the banks of the Sydenham River, where the water's flow and fall could support a number of mills. At this time the area was populated by settlers who concentrated on agricultural self-sufficiency.

The early growth of both communities was closely linked to the expansion of the railway in the 1850s, and each continued to prosper throughout the 19th Century as a result of their nearness to railway lines.

Immigration to the area increased following the World Wars. Notable backgrounds in this wave of immigration were the Hungarian, Portuguese, and Dutch. The Strathroy-Caradoc community welcomed their arrival and assisted in their adaptation to life in Canada.

The Town of Strathroy and the Township of Caradoc amalgamated in 2001 to form the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc. The community boasts a population of about 20,000 residents, with over 12,000 people located in the urban centre of Strathroy. Rail service and close proximity to provincial Highway 402 helped make possible innovative developments in agriculture and industrial manufacturing that propelled Strathroy-Caradoc into the 21st Century. Today, Strathroy-Caradoc continues to strive for economic and social growth that will benefit its residents.

Heritage Links

• Visit Museum Strathroy-Caradoc to learn more about our local history.
• Ska-Nah-Doht Village and Museum features a village reflective of the Native settlements found in this region close to 1,000 years ago.
• Explore Strathroy with a Heritage Walking Tour that includes 16 historic buildings in our downtown core.
• Discover Mount Brydges (PDF, [4,534 kB]) with a Heritage Walking Tour that includes 13 historic buildings in the village.
• Experience the South Caradoc Driving Tour (PDF, [3,282 kB]) and learn about the early settlement of our community.
• Visit the Strathroy and District Historical Society on Facebook

Strathroy-Caradoc

Access these convenient Google Map links to the commercial districts within our Municipality:

• Strathroy, ON
• Mount Brydges, ON
• Melbourne, ON

Middlesex Maps

Visit the Middlesex County map resource page for current County road maps and walking trail guides, as well as access to the interactive MiddlesexMap feature. Use MiddlesexMap to search for addresses, streets, attractions, schools, community facilities, and more.

Additional Resources

Explore the community using the following maps and guides developed by the Municipality in conjunction with our various community partners:

• Check out the Strathroy Visitor Guide (PDF [1,228 kB]) for a listing of restaurants, accommodations, and everything else you need to plan your next visit.
• Download a copy of the Outdoor Adventure Guide (PDF [2,326 kB]) for an aerial photo map and information on the Rotary Memorial Trail system, Strathroy Conservation Areas, and the Strathroy Water Trail.
• Explore Strathroy with a Heritage Walking Tour (PDF [1,228 kB]) that includes 12 historic buildings in our downtown core.
• Discover Mount Brydges (PDF [4,534 kB]) with a Heritage Walking Tour that includes 13 historic buildings in the village.
• Experience the South Caradoc Driving Tour (PDF [3,282 kB]) and learn about the early settlement of our municipality.

The Village of Melbourne offers a wide array of services to local residents and welcomes visitors to discover its charms.

Nestled in the southern-most part of Strathroy-Caradoc along historic Longwoods Road, Melbourne was first registered and given the name of "Melbourn Village" in 1858. A dividing boundary line allotted the western portion to the Township of Ekfrid and the eastern portion to the Township of Caradoc. Today, this municipal boundary still splits the village in two parts, with the western half included in the Municipality of Southwest Middlesex, and the eastern half in Strathroy-Caradoc.

• Locate the Village of Melbourne within the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc.
• Explore Melbourne Public Library, a branch of Middlesex County Library.
• The Melbourne Agricultural Society owns and operates the community's fairgrounds and plans the Melbourne Fair each year.

Friendly merchants, tree-lined streets, and charming architecture characterize the historic Village of Mount Brydges in the heart of Strathroy-Caradoc.

The pioneer settlement first took shape in 1829 and grew with the coming of the Great Western Railway in 1853. Named Mount Brydges, in honour of surveyor Colonel Roswell Mount and G.W.R. general manager Charles J. Brydges, the community became a major shipping point for local farms. Mount Brydges was declared a village in 1906.

Today, Mount Brydges is a vibrant, modern community with beautiful parks, an active Business Association, and unique events. Experience the charm and hospitality of village life.

• Locate the Village of Mount Brydges within the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc.
• Learn about the Mount Brydges Public Library, a branch of Middlesex County Library.
• Explore Mount Brydges (PDF [4,534 kB]) with a Heritage Walking Tour that includes 13 historic buildings in the village.

The Town of Strathroy is the largest community in Middlesex County and the commercial centre of the region.

First settled in 1832 along the banks of the Sydenham River, Strathroy is named for founder John Buchanan's home estate in Omagh, County Tyrone, Ireland. Business and industry, powered by the river, quickly sprang up. The community continued to grow with the arrival of the railway in 1852, and was incorporated as a village in 1860. With its increasing population and developing business and industrial activities, Strathroy was recognized as a town in 1870.

Today Strathroy is a progressive, fully-serviced community that supports a variety of industries, businesses, schools, sport venues, and cultural offerings.

• Locate the Town of Strathroy within the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc.
• Explore Strathroy with a heritage walking tour (PDF [1,228 kB]) that includes 12 historic buildings in our downtown core.
• Strathroy Public Library is the largest branch in the Middlesex County Library system, and is also home to the Strathroy Employment Resource Centre (including Employment Ontario) and the local Service Canada office.