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Canada Day Road Closures and Parking Restrictions

Canada Day is fast approaching and residents are advised of the following impacts to accommodate this year's celebrations. 

Road Closures

Residents are advised of the following road closures from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 1, 2023, to accommodate the annual Canada Day parade:

• Ridout/Walton Street (from Toronto Road to Mill Street)
• Queen Street (from Walton Street to Robertson Street)
• Augusta Street (from Queen Street to Elias Street) – closed from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

To accommodate...

Brewery Lane Closure Notice

Residents are advised that Brewery Lane will be fully closed beginning July 10, 2023, to complete structural repairs to the adjacent private building. This closure is anticipated to last until September 8, 2023, weather dependent.

Alternative parking during this construction is available in municipal lots, subject to availability.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while this construction project is taking place. 

2023-06-27

Canada Day Closures

Residents are reminded that Municipal administrative buildings will be closed on Friday, June 30 in lieu of the Canada Day holiday. Transit Services will be available on Friday but will be closed on Saturday, July 1.  The Rural Waste Transfer Site will also be closed Saturday July 1. All municipal staff services will resume at their usual operating hours on Monday, July 3, 2023. 

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

Additional Information for Special Council Meeting – June 29, 2023

Residents are advised that the agenda has been published for the Special Council Meeting scheduled for June 29, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. At this meeting, Council will consider a staff report and the Heritage Permit Application for Demolition filed for the property at 65 Ward Street.

Meeting agenda information

The agenda is subject to alteration and adjustment. The Staff report is being finalized and will be posted on the agenda on Monday, June 26, 2023.

A reminder that the decision before Council and the...

Annual Railway Vegetation Management Program

Residents are advised that CN Rail is conducting vegetation control activities in the Municipality until October 2023. Once available, a regularly updated schedule and FAQ will be available at www.cn.ca/vegetation.

If not managed properly, trees, brush or other vegetation can severely compromise public safety. Vegetation can impede the view motorists have of incoming trains, increasing the risk of crossing accidents. Additionally, unwanted vegetation can damage the integrity of the railway,...