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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. 

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Mayor's Corner - February 17, 2023

Mayor's message Random Acts of Kindness Day 

In last week's post, I shared that I would be participating in International Random Acts of Kindness Day and I encouraged you to do that same. This morning I set out downtown to hand out delicious and beautiful cupcakes (masterfully created by a local baker). Here are a few photos of the happy folks I met along the way. 

Kudos to our Water Division staff

In last week's edition, I noted that our drinking water systems received 100 per cent compliance and our...

Family Day Closures

Residents are advised that municipal administrative buildings will be closed and transit services unavailable on Monday, February 20, 2023 for the Family Day Holiday. 

Administrative buildings will open and transit services will resume at their usual operating hours on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. 

For urgent services related to water or roads, call 905-885-2431 and press * to reach our after-hours emergency line.

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...