North Buxton

Among the communities of Ontario, North Buxton stands out for its central place in the history of the Elgin Settlement, founded in 1849 for Black refugees and formerly enslaved people. Set amid the flat farm country of southwestern Ontario, not far from Lake Erie, it became one of Canada’s most important destinations on the Underground Railroad. The Buxton National Historic Site & Museum preserves this legacy, while the former Buxton Mission School recalls the settlement’s commitment to education. Annual Homecoming celebrations bring descendants and visitors together to honour the families who shaped the community. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of southwestern Ontario.

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