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Explore the Peter Robinson Land Grants In partnership with the Downeyville Peter Robinson Commemoration Committee, the City has developed an interactive map where you can explore the land grants given to the Peter Robinson settlers in Emily, Ops and Verulam Townships in 1825.
This searchable resource provides information on the grants given to each family, as well as information on family members. The map is still be updated with more information and additional research about these early settler families so check back often as more data is uploaded! To access this resource, visit: http://bit.ly/45NiL6h
Welcome! This special edition of the newsletter is dedicated to commemorating the 200th anniversary of the arrival of the Peter Robinson settlers- courageous families who emigrated from various regions of Ireland in search of a better life. In 1825, they journeyed across the Atlantic and established new roots in what was then Emily Township, an area that has since become part of the City of Kawartha Lakes. Their legacy lives on in the communities they helped build, and we take this opportunity to reflect on their enduring contributions and the rich cultural heritage they brought with them. -Your Kawartha Lakes Arts, Culture and Heritage Team
Vol. 2 September 2025