Dufferin County is composed of eight municipalities — each upholding the welcoming charm Dufferin County is known for.
Our Local Municipalities
Amaranth
The Township of Amaranth (incorporated in 1852) was originally part of Wellington County and is named for the amaranth plant, which grows abundantly on its land. It is occupied by a diversity of landscape features, rivers, wetlands, and wildlife. Hamlets, like Laurel and Waldemar, are nestled amongst a strong and vibrant agricultural community.
In January 1881, the Township of Amaranth along with five other townships and two villages annexed to form Dufferin County.
Council, 2022-2026 – County Representatives:
Mayor Chris Gerrits
Deputy Mayor Gail Little
East Garafraxa
East Garafraxa opened for settlement in 1822, becoming part of Dufferin County in January 1881. It is a predominantly rural community to the west of the Town of Orangeville.
Council 2022-2026 – County Representative:
Mayor Guy Gardhouse
Grand Valley
The Town of Grand Valley had several names including Little Toronto, Village of Manasseh, and Luther Village, finally becoming known as Grand Valley. It incorporated, independent of the Township of East Luther in 1897. The Township of East Luther, including the Village of Grand Valley, remained part of Wellington County until the 1st of January, 1883.
Council 2022-2026 – County Representatives:
Mayor Steve Soloman
Deputy Mayor Philip Rentsch
Melancthon
The Township of Melancthon was incorporated on January 1, 1853 as part of Grey County. It is located north and west of the Town of Shelburne and originally included a portion of this town in its borders. Within the township, there are three hamlets – Horning’s Mills, Corbetton, and Riverview.
Council 2022-2026 County Representatives:
Mayor Darren White
Deputy Mayor James McLean
Mono
Opened to general settlement in 1821 as part of the County of Simcoe, the Township of Mono was mostly settled by 1860. In 1881, the township seceded from the County of Simcoe to join Dufferin County at the time of its creation. On May 14, 1999, Mono changed from a township to officially become the Town of Mono.
Council 2022-2026 County Representatives:
Mayor John Creelman
Deputy Mayor Fred Nix
Mulmur
In 1850, the Township of Mulmur was united with the Township of Mono under one municipal council but this union was quickly dissolved and the Township of Mulmur was incorporated as a separate municipality in 1851. The township comprises a number of villages and hamlets, including Honeywood, Mansfield, Rosemont, Terra Nova, Violet Hill, and Stanton.
Council 2022-2026 County Representatives:
Mayor Janet Horner
Deputy Mayor Earl Hawkins
Orangeville
Named for its founder, Orange Lawrence, and incorporated in 1864, Orangeville was originally comprised of portions of Mono Township and East Garafraxa Township. It became a part of the newly incorporated County of Dufferin in January 1881.
Council 2022-2026 County Representatives:
Mayor Lisa Post
Deputy Mayor Todd Taylor
Shelburne
Shelburne was originally part of Melancthon Township and Grey County; it was incorporated as an independent municipality in 1879. Shelburne joined Dufferin County at its incorporation in January 1881.
Council 2022-2026 County Representatives:
Mayor Wade Mills
Deputy Mayor Shane Hall
