Western Ontario Map
Complete map of Western Ontario including Chatham-Kent.
About Chatham-Kent
Chatham-Kent is one of Ontario's largest municipalities by area, created in 1998 through the amalgamation of the city of Chatham and Kent County's communities. With a population of approximately 105,000 residents spread across 2,500 square kilometers, Chatham-Kent is a predominantly rural municipality known for its agricultural heritage, particularly greenhouse operations and cash crops. The urban center of Chatham serves as the main commercial and administrative hub.
The municipality encompasses numerous small communities including Wallaceburg, Tilbury, Blenheim, and Ridgetown, each with distinct character and history. Chatham-Kent's economy is based on agriculture, greenhouse production, manufacturing, and wind energy. The area is known for its rich Black history, being a terminus of the Underground Railroad, with sites like Uncle Tom's Cabin Historic Site and the Buxton National Historic Site. The Thames River flows through the municipality, providing scenic waterways and recreational opportunities.
Highway 401 runs along the northern portion of Chatham-Kent, connecting the municipality to Windsor (60 km west) and London (100 km east). Highway 40 runs north-south through Wallaceburg, while Highway 2 (formerly the main route) parallels the 401 through the communities. King Street and Grand Avenue serve as major roads through downtown Chatham. The municipality has access to Lake Erie to the south and Lake St. Clair to the northwest, providing waterfront recreation and economic opportunities.