Live in the country with the advantages of the city, without the inconveniences.

Our village offers to our citizens of all ages, young families like senior citizens, services that few municipalities of the same size or even bigger can dispense: public services, elementary and secondary schools, enterprises, businesses and personal services in Ayer's Cliff, in a friendly environment close to nature.

Public services

An aqueduct, sewer system, waste water factory and a fire department serve our territory. Two elementary schools, French and English, and a private College that accommodates more than five hundred (500) boys and girls. A Library with more than 12,000 titles and computers connected to Internet available to 1000 members five days a week. A park for base-ball, soccer and skating.

Businesses and industries

We can find complete bank services, a Post Office, grocery stores offering regional specialities, a gas station, art and antique boutiques, a wood-craft artisan, personal services of hair stylists beauticians, accounting, a Veterinarian, a residence for senior citizens. A marina and contractors in renovation and open-plan offices, have their place in the business world of our municipality. Also, five industries, offering specialized jobs for almost 5 hundred persons in the area, contribute in maintaining jobs in our community. In all, more then 40 businesses and industries lodge in Ayer's Cliff.

Social activities

Many associations like : Âge d'or, Cercle des fermières, Sports Association, offer to youth and seniors many educational, sports and cultural activities.

Tourism vocation

In its privileged situation on the shores of the splendid Lake Massawippi, the tourist reputation speaks for itself. Many services are offered to the tourist and visitors who contribute in doubling the population of our municipality during summer.

From bed and breakfasts to an internationally famous country inn, one of the most beautiful camp-grounds of the province, our visitors have many choices for accommodation as well as restaurants and outdoor activities.

The agricultural fair that is held each summer, at the end of August, welcomes more than 30,000 visitors. The farmers' market, open from June until the end of October, offers local products and constitutes an absolute must on Saturdays. A Tourism Information Center, rest area, boat launch bordering the beach, marina, boat and pontoon rental, a municipal wharf where it is possible to fish or just admire the lake, contribute toward welcoming visitors.

Tomifobia Nature Trail

This trail is on an old railroad bed, beside the Tomifobia river and covers 22 kilometers, from Ayer's Cliff to the U.S. borders. The natural environment is a real delight for the eyes. Deer, turtles, beavers, birds of all kinds abound. Cyclists, walkers, cross-country skiers or snowshoe lovers, enjoy it anytime in the season.