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Press ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Launches at Perth & District Library A new self-directed program, 1000 books before Kindergarten, has launched at the Perth & District Union Public Library. Designed to encourage a love of reading, the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program is just that - a…
A Free program for seniors ( 55+) residing in Carleton Place and the surrounding Townships No Curling Club membership needed. Come join us for a light lunch and social time.  Followed by a variety of card and board games. Mondays at 11:30 for lunch, followed by 1 pm - 3:30…
A Council and Committee of the Whole meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 9, 2025. Links Council Agenda Committee of the Whole Agenda For further information contact:Janie Laildaw, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Possible Algal Bloom on Mississippi Lake

Thursday, 04 September 2025
The Ottawa District Office of the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) received a report regarding a possible blue-green algal bloom that was observed at 1:10 PM on September 1st, 2025, on the Mississippi Lake, within the area of 207 McCulloughs Landing, Perth. Based on conversation with the…

Fire Burn Ban Lifted

Friday, 29 August 2025
 August 29, 2025   The Fire Ban has been lifted for Drummond/North Elmsley Township and Tay Valley Township.   There are still some areas in our Townships that are dry. Do not burn in areas with long dead grass, do not burn on windy days and never leave a fire…
Employment Opportunity - Equipment Operator (6 Month Contract) The Corporation of the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley is accepting applications for an Equipment Operator for a 6 month contract. Reporting to the Public Works Supervisor, the Equipment Operator performs tasks related to regular maintenance and repairs on road equipment, performs winter…
For Immediate release Aug. 21, 2025 First two human cases of West Nile Virus this year identified in the South East Health Unit region The South East Health Unit (SEHU) is reminding residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites after one confirmed and one probable case of West Nile Virus…
Aug 19, 2025 Due to ongoing rainfall deficits and prolonged heat waves, the Rideau Valley Water Response Team has declared a Level 3 Low Water Advisory for the Rideau Valley Watershed after officials met to discuss conditions on Monday, August 18, 2025. Level 3 conditions are triggered when rainfall deficits…
Employment Opportunity - Equipment Operator (6 Month Contract) The Corporation of the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley is accepting applications for an Equipment Operator for a 6 month contract. Reporting to the Public Works Supervisor, the Equipment Operator performs tasks related to regular maintenance and repairs on road equipment, performs winter…
August 11, 2025   Level I Low Water – First indication of potential water supply problems, primarily a warning level. Key focus is conservation of water.  Watershed Conditions: June and July experienced below-average rainfall combined with above-average temperatures, resulting in dry conditions throughout the Mississippi River Watershed. Over the past…
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