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Snow Clearing Reminders

A winter storm is expected in our area overnight. Here are some snow clearing reminders ahead of the winter weather: 

• There is no on-street parking permitted on snow routes from 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. so that our snowplows can clear the streets safely. If possible, please avoid on-street parking during a snow event.
• Snow clearing of the sidewalk outside your home is your responsibility. Please do not shovel the snow onto the street as it creates a safety hazard and is also an Ontario Highway...

Public Information Centre for the Dorset Street West Standpipe

Residents are advised of an upcoming Public Information Centre regarding the proposed replacement of the Dorset Street West Standpipe (elevated water tank). Background and project details are available on the Dorset Street West Standpipe Replacement project page.

Public Information Centre

A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held on Thursday, March 2, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at Town Hall (56 Queen Street). Staff and the consultant from CIMA+ will be on site to...

Snowfall Warning - February 22-23

Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning for our region, expected Wednesday (February 22) afternoon into Thursday. It is likely that significant, rapidly accumulating snowfall and low visibility will occur, along with snow and ice pellets with a risk of freezing rain. 

Storm preparedness

Residents are reminded to prepare for winter storms and power outages, which should include a plan and sufficient supplies to last for a minimum of 72 hours. Visit our emergency preparedness webpage for...

Special Council Meeting - March 1, 2023

Residents are advised that a Special Meeting of Council will be held on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall as part of the ongoing Council Orientation. At the meeting, Council Members will be given a high-level overview of the zoning by-law. 

2023-02-21

Drinking Water System Receives Top Marks

Last week at Council, we learned that our Drinking Water system received 100 per cent compliance for the 2022 year. In Ontario, we are heavily regulated through the Safe Drinking Act and its regulations. As part of those regulations, the Municipality’s drinking water system is closely inspected by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation, and Parks each year to ensure that it complies with the Act.

Additionally, our Drinking Water Quality Management System was audited by an external...