elcome to Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada!

orged from the limestone outcroppings of the Niagara Escarpment and located in the northern section of Lake Huron, Manitoulin is the largest lake island in the world at over 2,766 square kilometres in area.

ome to approximately 12,000 permanent residents, the Island's population swells each summer with folks looking to escape the turmoil of modern urban living and recapture a forgotten world of fresh waters and untouched forests. Manitoulin is famous for its secret hideaways and endless days spent relaxing in the summer sun and breathing in the refreshing Lake Huron breezes.

major feature of "The Manitoulin Link" is our popular and long-running Message Board, which links "Haweaters" (a nickname given to those born on the island), island residents and Manitoulin fans from all over the world together to discuss their favourite freshwater island.

lso, hot off the presses for 2008 is our brand new illustrated history magazine: Manitoulin Illustrated. Volume 1 is now available and focuses on the area surrounding the beautiful region of Bridal Veil Falls and Billings Township, as well as having many general interest stories, read more about Manitoulin Illustrated Volume 1 and future publications today!