Download and print this comprehensive Ontario counties and districts map showing all 52 administrative regions across the province. This printable Ontario counties map clearly delineates county boundaries, regional municipalities, districts, and territorial districts from Southern Ontario's densely populated counties to Northern Ontario's vast administrative districts.
Perfect for educators, students, municipal planners, and anyone studying Ontario's administrative geography. This detailed map includes single-tier municipalities, upper-tier counties, regional municipalities, and northern districts. Whether you're researching local government structure, planning regional projects, or teaching Ontario geography, this free printable map provides essential administrative boundary information.
Ontario Counties and Districts Featured
Printing Instructions
- Paper Size: Legal (8.5" x 14") or Tabloid (11" x 17") for better county detail
- Orientation: Landscape orientation for optimal county boundary visibility
- Print Settings: Select "Fit to Page" and enable color printing
- Color: Color printing strongly recommended to distinguish county boundaries
- Quality: Set printer to "Best" or "High Quality" for clear boundary lines
- Margins: Use minimal margins (0.25") to maximize map area
- For Large Display: Consider printing on 11x17" or larger for classroom/office use
- County Names: Ensure sufficient resolution to read all county labels
All 52 Regions
Complete coverage of all Ontario counties, regional municipalities, districts, and single-tier municipalities.
Clear Boundaries
Distinct county and district boundaries clearly marked with labeled administrative regions.
Educational Resource
Perfect for learning Ontario's administrative structure, government organization, and regional geography.
Planning Tool
Useful for municipal planning, regional analysis, demographic studies, and administrative research.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many counties and districts does Ontario have?
Ontario has 52 administrative divisions consisting of 30 upper-tier counties and regions, 12 single-tier municipalities, and 10 districts in Northern Ontario. This map shows all these administrative boundaries including Essex County, Peel Region, Greater Sudbury, Thunder Bay District, and many others.
What's the difference between counties, regions, and districts?
Counties are traditional administrative divisions in Southern Ontario. Regional municipalities are upper-tier governments created in more urbanized areas (like Peel, York, Durham). Districts are large administrative areas in Northern Ontario. Single-tier municipalities (like Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton) combine upper and lower-tier responsibilities.
What paper size is best for printing a counties map?
Legal size (8.5" x 14") or Tabloid (11" x 17") is recommended for county maps to ensure all boundary lines and county names remain readable. Larger formats like 11x17" are ideal for classroom or office displays where multiple people need to view the map.
Can I use this for educational purposes?
Yes! This printable Ontario counties map is perfect for teaching government structure, administrative geography, civics, and social studies. Students can learn about local government organization, regional planning, and Ontario's diverse administrative landscape.
Should I print this in color?
Color printing is strongly recommended for county maps. Different colors help distinguish adjacent counties and regions, making boundaries much easier to identify. This is especially important for Southern Ontario where counties are smaller and more densely packed.