Waterford, Ontario

Waterford is one of the Communities in Norfolk County, Ontario and had a population of 3,132 at the time of the 2016 Census.

Antiques from different historical eras can be purchased from nearby antique stores. Norfolk FS (formerly known as the Norfolk Co-Operative) also holds a major base of operations here, which provide chemicals and most agriculture-related goods in addition to animal feed for local farmers. Close access to railway and air travel allow local travelers to maintain a low-cost "home base" in Waterford while allowing almost instant access to international destinations, resorts and getaways.

The Townsend Farmers' Mutual Fire Insurance Company has its headquarters in Waterford where it was started by farmers in 1879. As a mutual insurance company, every one of its customers is also a member and owner.

Established in 1794, this community was first established as a saw and grist mill community. Paul Averill would operate the first successful grist mill venture during the start of the 19th century. The earlier names of the settlement included: Sayles' Mills, Sovereign's Mills and Lodersvile, before finally becoming Waterford in 1826 when they opened their first post office. Waterford became the northernmost marketplace in Norfolk County; complementing Simcoe as its center marketplace. The village would become incorporated in 1878 when its population reached 1100 people.

A historic plaque in the area adds specifics. Settlement of this area, with rich soil and large forests, within Townsend Township, started in 1794 and by 1782, Paul Averill was operating saw and grist-mills on Nanticoke Creek. By 1851, Waterford contained the township hall and many industries, including a large agricultural implements factory built by James Green. The railway arrived in 1871 and helped increase growth, to 1100 by the time the village was incorporated in 1871.

The local high school is called Waterford District High School and their teams are collectively called the Wolves. Founded in 1892 and once having its sports teams collectively called the Redmen. The high school started out with only 58 students. A high school rugby program was initiated in 1991 by teacher David Zeldon and is considered to be one of the most dominant teams in the NSSAA boys' rugby league.

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