Known for its scenic landscapes and outdoor recreational activities, Sutton is part of the Eastern Townships and a popular destination for tourists.

Like many other towns and villages in the Eastern Townships, Sutton became home to many United Empire Loyalists, following the American Revolution.

The economy has moved from one largely based on farming to one that is heavily reliant on tourism due to the opening of Sutton Ski Resort in 1960.

Sutton is now a popular year-round destination for road and mountain biking, hiking, visits to vineyards and micro-breweries.

The name “Sutton” originates from the Anglo-Saxon language,[7] a combination of two words: “sudh” or “suth”, and “tun”.

Every year Swiss National Day is celebrated at Mont Sutton ski resort on the last Saturday in July.