About Manitoulin Island

Manitoulin Island is the sort of destination most folks gravitate to because they're looking for a change of pace. With cities spreading all the time and big-name fast food franchises popping up on every corner, Manitoulin invites visitors to slow down, take a breath, and embrace the natural environment....swim, sail or fish in its many inland lakes; enjoy its numerous wilderness trails; or simply walk down the main street of one of its old-fashioned small towns. We locals often tell visitors: "You're on island time now.", which means that it's time to stop rushing and simply "live". 

Manitoulin Island is perhaps best known for its remarkable natural beauty, generations-long farming tradition, and the warmth and friendliness of its communities. Maple syrup production may not be the first thing that enters people's minds when they think of the island, but nonetheless our syrup-making tradition here is long, rich and varied. With large areas of maple forest and families who have been collecting and boiling sap into this Canadian delicacy for generations, Manitoulin syrup making is here to stay. Maple Ridge Farm is proud to add its own brand of 100% organic syrup to this rich tradition. We combine modern methods and know-how with old-fashioned dedication to the very best quality and taste. Give Maple Ridge Farm syrup a try and see for yourself why satisfied customers tell us our brand is a fine addition to Manitoulin Island culture. You won't be disappointed.