In the early 1900?s, the area of Northern Ontario around what is now called Timmins Ontario became known as the Porcupine Gold Camp. It was, and remains, a prolific gold field where many mines have sprung up over the years; the best known are Dome, Hollinger and McIntyre. Today, 100 years later, the Dome Mine is still producing and there are plans to re-open the other two. This area has produced more gold than any other camp in North America. more... See more text