Map of Sault Ste. Marie

Map of Sault Ste. Marie, a city on the St. Marys River across from Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, often shortened to "the Soo."

Last reviewed on April 27, 2026

About Sault Ste. Marie

The city is one of Canada's oldest European settlements and home to the Sault Ste. Marie Canal, a National Historic Site, plus a major steel mill (Algoma Steel) and the Algoma University campus. The Agawa Canyon tour train departs from here for one of Northern Ontario's signature day trips.

Geography & Major Routes

Highway 17 (Trans-Canada) runs through the city, and the International Bridge connects to Michigan.

Sault Ste. Marie Districts & Communities

Downtown Sault Ste. Marie along Queen Street, the historic Bayview district, the Steelton area near the mill, the West End, and the Pointe des Chenes area are notable parts of the city.

Region

Sault Ste. Marie is part of Algoma District / Northern Ontario, with a population of approximately 73,000. For broader context, see the Northern Ontario regional map and the Ontario map with cities.