THE STAFF AT ELMHIRST’S

Please be introduced to some of the staff who form our large Elmhirst extended family. This is only a sample of the friendly faces you will meet… there are many more who make every effort to ensure you enjoy your stay with us.

OUR KITCHEN FOODIES & SERVERS

It takes a team to produce high quality food for every meal…. Stephen Elmhirst (Red Seal), Bruce Melnichuk (Pastry Chef), Dorset Mitchell (Red Seal), Garrett Thomson (cook), Ed Mackenzie, Jay Jennings and Meghan Sinclair are here to prepare the freshest menu ever! Food servers Laura McEwan, Heidi McKnight and their team can be found at the HEARTHSIDE dining room, WILD BLUE YONDER PUB or at a wedding/banquet. Visit our outdoor Patio for tastings and tapas. We are committed to featuring local producers as well as our our own Black Angus beef, turkeys and ducks, free-range chicken eggs, local cheese and produce from our own garden.

“Desserts leave a lasting impression on our guests…my challenge is to make dessert tasty and healthy. I have been experimenting with Red Fife Wheat in my baking…we are now growing our own on site, which is only fitting as it was developed nearby.”

Bruce Melnichuk, Pastry Chef

WEDDING & EVENT SPECIALIST

Call Stephen Elmhirst for weddings, special occasions and motor coach luncheons.
Email Stephen.
“Everything was more than perfect! We were treated like royalty.” Amanda Kennedy and Steve Dumoulin

CONFERENCE & MEETINGS CO-ORDINATOR

Laura McEwan assists with the planning of your next meeting or conference. Call her directly at 705-295-2144.
Email Laura.
“It’s great to plan a meeting and personally greet the delegates upon arrival. Our guests enjoy the food, location and quiet setting for peak productivity. Our cottages allow groups to bond without sacrificing their privacy. I’m happy to recommend a venue or incentive program.”

GUEST SERVICE SPECIALISTS

Check out the on-line booking feature to reserve at your leisure!
Email Wilma.
Call us for reservations at 1-800-461-1940 and chat with Wilma Anderson, Cindy Walker, Victoria Stewart or Laura McEwan. Ask about our special packages.
“Arrive as a guest, depart as a friend. After 20 plus years I’ve made some wonderful friends.” Wilma Anderson, Guest Services Manager

HOUSEKEEPERS EXTRAORDINAIRE

Our Housekeepers are responsible for ensuring all cottages are clean and orderly for every guest arrival. Spring and fall cleaning of each cottage is also a big job. The hardworking team of Theresa, Joan, Tammy, Mallory, Erica and Holly look forward to your arrival.

ENTERTAINER

Weekend entertainment is provided by Ron Goodacre on the piano in the Hearthside Room. www.concert-pitch.com

“Entertaining in the Hearthside Room for Sunday Brunch has been an enjoyable part of my week. Special occasions, like weddings, are fun indoors or outdoors. Any requests?” Ron Goodacre, pianiast/entertainer

PILOTS & FISHING GUIDES

Vanessa Adams can open the skies and take you fishing on remote lakes.

OUTDOOR MAINTENANCE

The maintenance team of Debbie Spencer, Ron Pellerine, Ruth Tombs and Albert Barry ensure the cottages and grounds are ready for your arrival.

“I came to the Resort over 30 years ago as a young kid, met my wife here, watched my children grow up here. Every year we build, renovate or create something new – it’s a challenge but never boring!” Ron Pellerine, Maintenance

OUR FANTASTIC GARDENERS

Great gardens are coming to life under the green thumb of Bob Phillips and Ellen Sweeney, our gardeners. Each cottage has a unique herb garden. Use them when cooking at your cottage.

CARETAKERS OF OUR COWS & HORSES

Albert Barry cares for the Certified Black Angus herd. The Hearthside Dining Room features Elmhirst’s Own Black Angus Beef on the menu. Up at the barn meet Angela Corby for trail rides and lessons.

“Guests love the Clydesdales – on a crisp and sunny winter day it’s great to be on a sleighride.” Albert Barry, Farm Manager