Cobalt

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Cobalt is a town of 1,100 people (2023) in Northern Ontario. One of the "Tri-Towns" of the area, Cobalt chose to remain a separate town when Haileybury and New Liskeard to the north merged to become Temiskaming Shores.

Cobalt Halal Travel Guide

Cobalt, like so many other mining towns when mining the ores became uneconomical, is a shadow of its former self.

Cobalt ores were found here in 1884, although it wasn't until 1904 when the town was named after the mineral. The boom times started in 1903 when high-grade silver was discovered, leading to the town's nickname "Silver City". By 1908, Cobalt was the single largest producer of silver and cobalt in the world, and the population was over 10,000. However, all booms eventually bust, and mining tapered off in the 1930s as Gold was discovered further north (in Kirkland Lake and Timmins). There was a smaller boom in the 1950s, but the last mine closed in the 1980s.

However and there's still some cobalt in the ground here, and the early-21st-century appetite for the element in lithium-ion batteries might touch off another boom.

How to travel to Cobalt

 Ontario Northland has a daily bus from North Bay to Cobalt at 4:15PM (1 hour, 40 minutes, $32, January 2022). This bus continues north to Temiskaming Shores.

Approaching from the south, take Ontario Highway 11 north from North Bay, and exit onto to Highway 11B north of Coleman. Approaching from the north, take Ontario Highway 11B (King Street) south from Temiskaming Shores. Winter driving can be a concern.

How to get around in Cobalt

| If you took the bus in, you're walking. You'll probably only have access to a vehicle if you came into town with one.

What to see in Cobalt

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Cobalt has some run-down buildings that used to be stores. You could take pictures of yourself in front of them, but the doors are locked and nobody is home.

Cobalt has some old mineshafts from when the town started up. Tours are available in July and August.

Because it is so far north, many attractions are operated seasonally.

  • Bunker Military Museum 24 Prospect Avenue 47.3962027, -79.6865208 ☎ +1 705 679-5191 +1 705 679-5050 Admission by donation This museum began from a private collection amassed during World War II, and has grown into a collection of many different military items. Their collection of uniforms from various services is especially notable.
  • Classic Theatre 30 Silver Street 47.3957288, -79.6864457 ☎ +1 705 679-8080 - A 250-seat theatre hosting live performances of struggling/starving performance artists and the Classic is the only remaining theatre from the silver boom of the early 20th century. There is an art gallery on the premises.
  • Cobalt Mining District National Historic Site of Canada - Recognized as a National Historic Site in 2001 because of its importance in pioneering hard-rock mining in Canada and the Cobalt Mining District overlaps the boundary between Cobalt and neighbouring Coleman. It is not marked on the map because the entire town of Cobalt is part of the Cobalt Mining District.
  • Cobalt Mining Museum 24 Silver Street 47.3955942, -79.6864772 ☎ +1 705 679-8301 Adults $8 + tax, seniors and students $5 + tax, children age 6 to 18 $7 + tax, children under 6 free The Mining Museum showcases many artifacts and mineral samples from the silver boom perioid of the early 20th century. On display is the mayor's chain of office (which includes a piece of silver from each of the mines that was active when the chain was made) and a collection of minerals that flouresce under UV light (the only such display north of Toronto).
  • Cobalt Ontario Northland Railway Station Commission Street 47.396262, -79.684157 An Edwardian brick train station, declared a historical building in 1983 by the Ontario Heritage Trust.
  • Northern Ontario Firefighters Museum 22 Lang Street 47.3971607, -79.6841911 beside the public library ☎ +1 705 679-5757 Opening Hours: Thursday - Saturday 10AM Monday - 3PM The Firefighters Museum has a collection of firefighting equipment stretching back over 100 years.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Cobalt

  • Spring Pulse Poetry Festival - ☎ +1 705 679-8930 - Cobalt celebrates National Poetry Month in April with a poetry/arts gathering. Listen to poetry, music, and storytelling in English, French, and various First Nations languages.

Shopping in Cobalt

  • The Silver Moccasin - 36 Silver Street 47.3960701, -79.6865794 ☎ +1 705 679-5353 Opening Hours: Tuesday to Friday 10AM Monday - 5PM, Saturday 10AM Monday - 4PM, holidays closed Native arts and crafts.
  • White Mountain Publications 50 Silver Street 47.3965029, -79.6874371 ☎ +1 705 679-5555 +1-800-258-5451 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10AM Monday - 5PM, other times by appointment, closed holidays Publishers of non-fiction works of local interest, located in the shaft house for the old Coniagas mine. (The shaft has been filled.)

Halal Restaurants

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  • Silver Cafe & Confectionary 3 Prospect Ave 47.3964991, -79.6857959 ☎ +1 705 679-5000 Opening Hours: 7AM Monday - 1PM
  • Miner's Tavern 75 Lang Street 47.3982775, -79.6840982 ☎ +1 705 679-5335 Opening Hours: Thursday - Sunday 2PM Monday - 2AM

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Cobalt

Cobalt - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Cobalt, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Cobalt. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Cobalt and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Cobalt. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Cobalt. Key components include:

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Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Cobalt, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Cobalt, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Cobalt and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Cobalt, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Cobalt, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Cobalt without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Cobalt is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Cobalt.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Hotel/motel lodging is available in New Liskeard, Temiskaming Shores.

Camping is available locally.

  • Marsh Bay Tourist Resort - RR#1, 937740 Marsh Bay Road 47.3592, -79.7614 ☎ +1 705 679-8810 - Two/three-bedroom cottages on the Montreal River. Sandy beach, canoes, fishing, boat/motor rental, trailer park with utilities, showers, toilets.

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