In 1873, the village settled on Mildmay. The name is said to be from Sir Henry Mildmay, Master of the Jewel Office during the reign of James I and Charles I, or after Sir Henry s property, Mildmay Park in North London, England. Mildmay is famous for its ever flowing artesian well located at the north end of the village in Coronation Park. The water is very cold, even on the hottest days of the summer. Another famous landmark in village is the Mildmay Cheese Haus.
Travelers can purchase Bruce County's finest cheeses there.
Carrick Township Carrick Township was incorporated in 1856. It boasts some of the best and most productive agricultural land in the County of Bruce. The Village of Mildmay is located in the Heart of the Township and in 1998 the Township and the Village amalgamated to form the municipality of the Township of Mildmay-Carrick. The Hamlet of Formosa is also located in the west of the Township and is home to The Northern Algonquin Brewing Company, which is known around the world and has won many International Competitions for its beer. Also located in Formosa is the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, which is a heritage building.