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Leamington’s Big Tomato: The Story Behind a 60-Year-Old Landmark

What is the Big Tomato in Leamington, Ontario? The Big Tomato is a giant tomato-shaped landmark on Talbot Street West in downtown Leamington. It was built in 1961 by the town and the H.J. Heinz Company of Canada, and it served as a tourist information booth for nearly 60 years. ...

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Moving to Leamington, Ontario? 11 Things Nobody Tells You

Is Leamington, Ontario a good place to live? Yes. Leamington has one of the warmest, sunniest climates in Ontario, lakefront access at Point Pelee, a strong sense of community, and housing that’s still more affordable than the GTA, London, or Kitchener-Waterloo. Watch the full video below, or keep reading for ...

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