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WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – Low Water
Wednesday, 09 June 2021
LEVEL 1 “MINOR” Drought Condition in Mississippi Valley Watershed June 09, 2021 MISSISSIPPI VALLEY WATERSHED—This statement is to advise that present conditions in the Mississippi River watershed are now at the threshold for Level 1 Minor Drought status
Local COVID-19 Vaccine Status
Tuesday, 01 June 2021
The vaccine status report will be updated every Tuesday. Statistics A new vaccine statistics dashboard is available this week. Booking an Appointment Visit our COVID-19 Protection and Vaccines page for details of how to book your vaccine appointment. *NEW* Use Pomelo – our local online booking system: Leeds, Grenville and Lanark…
Information Bulletin: Rideau Canal 2021 Navigation Season
Wednesday, 26 May 2021
SMITHS FALLS, ONTARIO, MAY 26, 2021 – Parks Canada advises that the Rideau Canal is scheduled to re-open for navigation on Friday, May 28, 2021 at 9 a.m. As part of Parks Canada’s ongoing effort to combat COVID-19 and in the interests of the health and safety of all Canadians, visitors, and…
Amended Notice of Public Meeting Concerning Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment
Tuesday, 25 May 2021
Name: McConnell Property: Part of Lot 12, Concession 2 Drummond File No. ZA-21-05 TAKE NOTICE that the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley has received a zoning by-law amendment application, which was deemed to be a complete application on May 20, 2021. TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township…
Roadside Pollinator Habitat Restoration Pilot Project Underway
Thursday, 20 May 2021
Lanark County is launching a new roadside restoration pilot project in partnership with the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF) to create critical pollinator habitat for species at risk including Monarch butterflies. “The long-term goal of Lanark County’s Vegetation Management Plan is to restore pollinator habitat on roadsides which reduces maintenance costs,…
2021 Connect Lanark
Thursday, 13 May 2021
The Connect Lanark program offers financial assistance to Lanark County low-income individuals and families for initial connection to internet service. The program assists low- income households to access high-speed internet. Who Can Apply? Residents with household incomes below $70,000 Maximum Value of Assets $200,000 House must be primary residence, valued…
Public Meeting Road Closure - Shaw Street
Tuesday, 11 May 2021
Notice of Road Closing - Part of Shaw Street June 9, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. 310 Port Elmsley Road, Perth, Ontario PUBLIC MEETING ROAD CLOSURE: TAKE NOTICE that the Council of Township of Drummond/North Elmsley proposes the passage of a by-law to stop up, close and convey a certain portion…
Emergency Preparedness Week May 2 - 8, 2021
Wednesday, 28 April 2021
Emergency Preparedness Week 2021• May 2 - 8, 2021 Everyone has a role to play in an emergency. Emergency Preparedness Week is an opportunity for you to take action to ensure you are prepared to protect yourself, your family and your community during an emergency. This year, the theme is…
Fire Ban Update: Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Tuesday, 20 April 2021
Drummond/North Elmsley Tay Valley Fire Rescue is moving to a partial fire ban for Drummond/North Elmsley Township and Tay Valley Township. Residents are now permitted to have small, supervised campfires and burn in burn barrels. Please continue to be cautious when burning as there are some areas in both Townships…
Enjoy the outdoors and be Tick Smart
Tuesday, 20 April 2021
MEDIA RELEASE: Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit The ticks are out! When temperatures rise above 4oC ticks will be active. Enjoy the benefits of being outdoors by going for a hike, working in the garden or cleaning up leaf litter in the yard; but remember to be tick…