The township of Scugog, 65 kilometres northeast of Toronto, surrounds Lake Scugog, one of Southern Ontario's largest bodies of water. The township is comprised of four formerly distinct, municipalities: the village of Port Perry, and the townships of Cartwright, Reach, and Scugog (Scugog Island).

Steeped in history, Scugog offers a variety of attractions for residents and visitors alike, including quaint stores and restaurants, country fairs, a casino, winery and an exotic-animal park.

Housing here is affordable and varies from cosy apartments, century homes and waterfront properties to rural acreage. Empty nesters are drawn to many of the current developments, which include subdivisions with golf-course access and recreation facilities.