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Fishing and boating on your mind this weekend? - Health Unit reminds you to be safe
Friday, 08 May 2020
Local people often look forward to pike and pickerel fishing as well as getting out on the water to enjoy the many lakes and rivers in the area. Because of this, some local municipalities/cities/towns are opening their boat launches this weekend. Check your local area website for information on which…
Ontario Supports Job Creators as People Start Returning to Work
Friday, 08 May 2020
Government continues to prepare for the next stages of reopening the economy TORONTO — As people gradually begin returning to work, the Ontario government continues preparing for the next phase of restarting the provincial economy through the implementation of its Framework for Reopening our Province. At the same time, the government…
Lanark County Agencies Collaborate to Provide Housing for Vulnerable Amid COVID-19
Monday, 04 May 2020
In true Lanark County style, numerous partners have come together to provide an important housing service for those in need during the COVID-19 crisis. A collaboration of community agencies has developed and is staffing temporary self-isolation centres in two communities for people in precarious housing situations. One is for individuals…
Certain Businesses Allowed to Reopen Under Strict Safety Guidelines
Friday, 01 May 2020
Steady Decrease in COVID-19 Cases Required Before Beginning Next Stage of Reopening TORONTO ― The Ontario government is allowing certain businesses and workplaces to reopen as long as they comply with strict public health measures and operate safely during the COVID-19 outbreak. Those permitted to start up include seasonal businesses…
10 Ways Your Library is Still Here for You
Friday, 01 May 2020
Hard copy library books may be out of the question right now, but as the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy says; “Don’t panic.” The Perth Union Library and its staff are still here for you, even if it is from a socially appropriate distance! Wondering how to use our resources,…
Opening of the Boat Launch
Thursday, 30 April 2020
The Township is re-opening the public boat launch today, April 30, 2020.
More Frontline Workers Eligible for Emergency Child Care
Thursday, 30 April 2020
The Ontario government is further expanding the list of essential workers eligible to receive free emergency childcare during the COVID-19 outbreak. Those who will benefit include people who work in the food supply chain, retirement homes, grocery stores and pharmacies, and certain federal employees, including the military. Read the full…
Notice of Public Hearing for an Application for Minor Variance
Friday, 24 April 2020
TAKE NOTICE that an application under the below file number will be heard by the Committee of Adjustment under the authority of section 45 of the Planning Act on: May 7, 2020. Meeting Date: May 7, 2020 at 5:30pm Location: Council Chambers, Municipal Office, 310 Port Elmsley Road, Perth ON…
Uncovering the Facts on Face Coverings
Wednesday, 22 April 2020
Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit The Government of Canada has recommended the use of face coverings when physical distancing (2m/6ft apart) is difficult to maintain and has mandated that all air passengers use them during travel. With this in mind, now is a good time to uncover the…
Tennyson Road Reconstruction
Tuesday, 21 April 2020
The Province of Ontario’s List of Essential Workplaces identifies critical infrastructure repair of roads as essential work. Drummond/North Elmsley Township will be starting the reconstruction of Tennyson Road the week of April 20. Culvert replacements and ditching will take place first followed by pulverizing and resurfacing of the 14.7 kilometres…