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Friday, 22 May 2026 11:36
Rideau Valley Conservation Authority 60th Anniversary celebration with a Community Day
Rideau Valley Conservation Authority is pleased to invite you to their 2026 Community Day in celebration of RVCA’s 60th Anniversary. The event will take place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the RVCA Main Office, 3889 Rideau Valley Drive, Manotick. The day will begin…
Friday, 22 May 2026 08:39
Lanark County - The Silver Chain Challenge returns this June
MEDIA RELEASE For immediate release May 21, 2026 Get ready to move: The Silver Chain Challenge returns this June Lace up your sneakers and pump up your bike tires: the annual Silver Chain Challenge is back this June 2026! This exciting month-long event invites participants from Renfrew County and…
Friday, 15 May 2026 11:56
2026 Municipal and School Board Election – Make sure it’s right before the June 1 deadline.
Your school support designation determines the school board you vote for in the upcoming 2026 Municipal and School Board Election – Make sure it’s right before the June 1 deadline. To ensure your correct school support designation is provided to Elections Ontario in time for the next municipal and school…
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 14:52
D/NE Community Ad – May 2026
Public Notices:Council/Committee of the Whole May 26th 3:00pmCouncil/Committee of the Whole June 9th 3:00pmCouncil/Committee of the Whole June 23rd 3:00pm Closures: The Municipal Office and Code Road Landfill will be closed on Monday, May 18th for Victoria Day. There are no changes to the schedule for curbside collection…
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 09:35
Southeast Public Health Unit - Take precautions to avoid tick-borne diseases when spending time outdoors
For immediate release May 11, 2026 Take precautions to avoid tick-borne diseases when spending time outdoors The warm weather is here, and Southeast Public Health (SEPH) is reminding residents that the region is an established high-risk area for the blacklegged ticks. Blacklegged ticks carry the bacteria that cause Lyme disease,…
Thursday, 07 May 2026 08:43
Drummond/North Elmsley Public Works Staff Participate in 2026 Lanark County Truck Roadeo
The Township is pleased to announce that members of the Public Works Department participated in the 2026 Lanark County Truck Roadeo, an event hosted by the Lanark County Roads Supervisors that was held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at the Civitan Club of Perth. The Truck Roadeo provides an opportunity…
Wednesday, 06 May 2026 09:54
Free Contractor Training - High Performance Homes & Better Homes Lanark
Free Contractor TrainingHigh Performance Homes & Better Homes Lanark Lanark County, in partnership with Building Knowledge Canada Inc., is offering free training for local contractors focused on high-performance homes and the Better Homes Lanark energy retrofit program. Thursday May 28th, 2026 8:00am-12:00pmPublic Works Training RoomLanark County Public Works99 Christie Lake…
Tuesday, 05 May 2026 14:23
Township of Drummond North/Elmsley Partners with Scouts Canada for Successful Sapling Giveaway and Sapling Planting
A major contributor to the initiative’s success was the outstanding support of local Scout troops. The Scouts played an important role in the sapling giveaway, demonstrating their commitment to community service and environmental stewardship. The Township also extends sincere appreciation to the Scouts for planting an additional 750 saplings…
Monday, 04 May 2026 09:40
Friends of the Tay celebrate their 25th Anniversary at the Perth Wildlife Reserve
To celebrate our 25th Anniversary, Friends of the Tay Watershed invite you bring your family and friends for a FREE Guided Tay Walk & Voyageur Canoe Paddle at the Perth Wildlife Reserve, on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 11am – 4pm. Reserve your spot on the tour early! Even if…
Friday, 01 May 2026 11:35
Sapling Giveaway Saturday May 2, 2026
The Township of Drummond/North Elmsley is giving away FREE TREE saplings to Township residents. Local Scouts will be on site helping to distribute the trees. WHEN: Saturday May 2, 2026 TIME: 9 am to 11 amLOCATION: Municipal Office 310 Port Elmsley RoadGiveaway Details Maximum 25 per household While quantities…
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Friday, 01 May 2026 08:54
Are you prepared? Emergency Preparedness Week is May 3rd to 9th, 2026.
Are you prepared? Emergency Preparedness Week is May 3rd to 9th, 2026. Safety starts with being prepared and having a plan. All Ontarians have a part to play in preparing for emergencies. Thunderstorms, hail, blizzards, ice storms, hurricanes, storm surges, tornadoes, and heavy rain can develop quickly and threaten life…
On April 24, 2026, Alto successfully completed the first round of early engagement marking the end of one of the most extensive public consultation initiatives ever conducted in Canada. The input gathered from the public, stakeholders and municipalities will inform the next phase of the project and a report of what was heard during this consultation will be published this summer. In the meantime, a brief summary of the engagement activities and participation can be found here.
During the early project engagement, many concerns were heard from rural communities across the corridor. In response to these concerns, Alto has published their commitment to rural communities that includes how they will:
- prioritize negotiated agreements
- offer fair, long-term compensation
- preserve road access and movement, and
- support agricultural productivity and development.
Updates on this information are now on their website:
Property Acquisition | Alto
Our Dedicated Approach to Agricultural Land | Alto
Working With the Agricultural Community | Alto
Preserving Access and Movement | Alto
Compensation Principles | Alto
Our Property Acquisition Process | Alto
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Wednesday, 29 April 2026 15:38
Reduced Load Restrictions Lifted - Effective Monday May 4th, 2026
REDUCED LOAD RESTRICTIONS LIFTED - Effective Monday May 4th, 2026, Reduced Load Restrictions will be lifted on all Township roads. The restrictions are being lifted as there is no longer a risk of damage to the Township Roads that can occur during the spring thaw. We thank you for your patience.
Wednesday, 29 April 2026 14:06
D/NE Community Ad – April 2026
Public Notices:Council/Committee of the Whole May 12th 3:00pmCouncil/Committee of the Whole May 26th 3:00pm Comprehensive Zoning By-Law Update: The comprehensive zoning by-law update will apply to lands throughout the Township. For more information visit www.dnetownship.ca Public Open House - May 5th, 2026 - 5pm – 7pm, Municipal OfficePublic Meeting - May…