· Lucy Maud Montgomery, author of Anne of Green Gables, lived in Norval for a large part of her life.
· Mike Holmes, star of the home renovation show Holmes on Homes, is a resident.
· Stompin' Tom Connors lives in Glen Williams
· Allan Jones, founder of "Cartoon excitement" is a resident.
· Shawn Hill, MLB pitcher currently playing for the Washington Nationals.
· Mike Harris (curler), olympic curler
· Adam Bennett, Former NHL Hockey Player & First Round draft pick
· Timothy Eaton, Founder of Eaton's department store once resided in Georgetown.
· John Malinosky, Former CFL Lineman
· Bryan Lewis, Former NHL Director of Officiating
· John McCauley, Former NHL Director of Officiating prior to Bryan Lewis
· Wes McCauley, Current NHL Referree.