Ontario, California is one of California's first planned communities. Perhaps as a result, it is known as "The Model Colony". It has a population of about 150,000. It was founded in 1882 by
George and
William Chaffey, who grew up in
Kingston,
Ontario,
Canada.
The temperature in Ontario tends to fall between 45 degrees and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. With an elevation of 925 feet, Ontario averages 312 days of sunshine per year. It is near Orange County and San Diego attractions which include Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm and Sea World. It is also near the ski slopes of Big Bear.
You can reach the Ontario, California Chamber of Commerce at the following address:
Ontario, California Chamber of Commerce
421-B North Euclid Avenue
Ontario, CA 91762
Phone: (909) 984-2458
Fax: (909) 984-6439
References:
Website: Ontario Chamber of Commerce (http://www.ontario.org)
Website: Greetings From Ontario, California! (http://ontario-california.com/)