Northern Ontario Map
Complete map of Northern Ontario including Sudbury District.
About Sudbury
Greater Sudbury is a city of approximately 165,000 residents in Northern Ontario, formed through the 2001 amalgamation of several towns and the Regional Municipality of Sudbury. Known globally as a major mining center, Sudbury sits on one of the world's richest mineral deposits, with nickel mining shaping the city's history and economy since the late 1800s. Vale and Glencore operate major mining facilities, while the city has successfully diversified into science, technology, healthcare, and education sectors.
The city contains over 330 lakes within its boundaries, making it unique among Canadian cities. Science North, Northern Ontario's premier science center, overlooks Ramsey Lake and attracts visitors from across the province. The Big Nickel monument and Dynamic Earth museum celebrate Sudbury's mining heritage. Laurentian University anchors the city's education sector, while Health Sciences North serves as the regional medical hub for Northeastern Ontario. The city's regreening efforts have transformed the landscape from barren moonscape to vibrant forests, earning international recognition for environmental restoration.
Transportation includes Highways 17 (Trans-Canada Highway), 69/400 southbound, and regional highways providing connections across Northern Ontario. Greater Sudbury Transit operates local bus service. Ontario Northland buses connect Sudbury to other Northern Ontario communities and southern Ontario destinations. The city formerly had passenger rail service, with current plans discussing potential restoration. Greater Sudbury Airport offers daily flights to Toronto and other destinations, serving as a vital transportation link for Northern Ontario.
Sudbury Neighborhoods & Communities
Greater Sudbury spans a vast geographic area including the central urban core of downtown Sudbury and numerous outlying communities. Former towns like Capreol, Chelmsford, Dowling, Levack, Onaping Falls, Rayside-Balfour, Valley East, and Walden maintain distinct identities within the amalgamated city. Flour Mill, Donovan, Gatchell, and New Sudbury represent traditional city neighborhoods, while suburban areas like Garson, Lively, and Coniston provide residential communities around the sprawling municipality's 330+ lakes.