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EP Week 2022: Creating A Safe Home

Posted on Thursday, May 05, 2022 08:00 AM

May 5, 2022

So you’ve created an Emergency Plan, but have you considered existing hazards in your own home? Make sure you have a working smoke alarm, carbon monoxide detector, fire extinguisher and a well-stocked first aid kit.

Smoke Alarms
All residential homes are required to have working smoke alarms on every storey of their home and outside all sleeping areas. Newer homes may have strobe lights and additional alarms in the bedrooms.  The Fire Code requires alarms to be maintained and in...

Director of Protective Services and Mayor

Council Highlights: May 3, 2022

Posted on Wednesday, May 04, 2022 04:42 PM

Highlights of the May 3rd, 2022 Council Meeting

Last night, Council appointed Mike Williams as the new Director of Protective Services. Chief Williams was the unanimous candidate of the hiring committee after a thorough selection process which included input from Council, senior staff and Mississippi Mills Fire Fighters. As our former Deputy Fire Chief, the transition has been seamless as he takes the top leadership position for the critical work of our Fire Department.

The Director of Protective...

Notice of Public Meeting-Zoning By-Law Amendment- June 7, 2022 at 6:00 pm- 7307 & 7317 County Rd 29

Posted on Wednesday, May 04, 2022 02:47 PM

TAKE NOTICE that a Public Meeting will be held virtually on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at 6:00 p.m., virtually via Zoom in the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Municipal Office, 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte, Ontario, to consider a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.13. 

Please be advised that the Corporation of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills has received the following Zoning By-law Amendment request for the property legally described as...

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EP Week: Make An Emergency Plan

Posted on Wednesday, May 04, 2022 08:00 AM

Every household should have an emergency plan. Creating a plan will help you and your family know what to do in case an emergency. Your family may not be together when an emergency occurs. Plan where to meet or how to contact each other and discuss what you will do in different situations. Take 20 minutes and create a document, including an electronic version and photocopies to keep in your car and/or at work and one close to your phone. As you create your emergency plan, consider hazards and...

Notice of Public Hearing - Minor Variance Application - Wed.,May 25, 2022 at 6:00 pm -66 Gale Street

Posted on Tuesday, May 03, 2022 03:52 PM

TAKE NOTICE that a Public Meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 6:00 p.m., in the Municipality of Mississippi Mills to consider a proposed Minor Variance under Section 45 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.13.  The Minor Variance application concerns the property, which is known as Plan 56, Lot 4, Municipality of Mississippi Mills, known municipally as 66 Gale Street  (Almonte Ward).

AND TAKE NOTICE that as the Province of Ontario declared a State of Emergency and continues to...

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EP Week: Know The Risks

Posted on Tuesday, May 03, 2022 08:00 AM

May 8, 2023

Across the country, we face number of natural hazards which can vary from region to region. Knowing what to do in each situation is an important part of being prepared. The following is a short list of hazards and emergency situations that could happen in our region, and instructions on what to do should you encounter them.

Earthquake:

  • If you are indoors, stay inside and DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON.
  • Drop under heavy furniture such as a table, desk, bed or any solid furniture.
  • Cover your head...

Museum Month in Mississippi Mills

Posted on Monday, May 02, 2022 08:50 AM

May is Museum Month in Mississippi Mills

The Council of the Municipality if Mississippi Mills has proclaimed May as Museum Month. Council encourages all residents and Tourists to visit our local museums throughout the month of May.

Click here for some local museum suggestions.