by Wilson-Ford Surveying & Engineering | Feb 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
We will continue our history of surveying and the settlement of the surrounding townships but wanted to focus on Black History Month in this post.Black citizens have been a part of our area since before the very first non-indigenous settlers arrived in the...
by Wilson-Ford Surveying & Engineering | Feb 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
Last week we provided a brief history and information regarding the origination of the Townships in Bruce County from the perspective of a land surveyor, and was not meant to diminish the history of the First Nations, primarily the Ojibway, who predated the Township...
by Wilson-Ford Surveying & Engineering | Jan 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
Prior to 1847-48 the area now known as Bruce County was part of a larger area known as the ‘Queens Bush’. French fur traders were the earliest non-Indigenous in the region, followed by explorers, traders, missionaries and fishermen who exploited the rich...
by Wilson-Ford Surveying & Engineering | Sep 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
Today for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we pause to honour the children who never returned home, Survivors of residential schools, and the families and communities who continue to be affected by this painful legacy. As land surveyors, our work is deeply...
by Wilson-Ford Surveying & Engineering | Sep 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Why would I need a survey if I have title insurance? What the Heck is Title Insurance (and What It Isn’t)?From the desk of a Licensed Ontario Land Surveyor (aka, the guy who reads deeds for fun) You’ve just bought a property in Ontario. 🎉You’re thrilled. The coffee...
