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Mayor Lowry Questions Minister of Finance Over MPAC Assessment Delay

Posted on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 04:24 PM

While attending the annual Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference in London, Ont., Mayor Christa Lowry advocated for Mississippi Mills and a fair and equitable tax system.

During a session with Provincial Cabinet Ministers on Tuesday, August 22, Mayor Lowry was one of 19 representatives to pose a question. She stood to ask Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy why the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation’s (MPAC) reassessment was not being prioritized and is delayed yet...

Pakenham Recycle Depot Closed August 26 and September 2

Posted on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 11:49 AM

Please be advised that the Pakenham Depot (580 Barr Side Road), will be closed on Saturday, August 26 and Saturday, September 2.

The Howie Road Depot (1470 Howie Road) is open to all Mississippi Mills residents on Wednesdays (3 to 7 p.m.) and Saturdays (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.)

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Almonte Wellness Trail Enhances Municipality’s Existing Public Spaces

Posted on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 11:43 AM

Some new features are ready to be unlocked in Mississippi Mills’ parks and public spaces.

Community partners joined Mississippi Mills Ramsay Ward Councillor Vicki Lowe along the Almonte Alameda to cut a ribbon, officially opening the Almonte Wellness Trail on Thursday, August 17.

“This trail is an incredible asset for Mississippi Mills and enhances the existing public recreational spaces in our beautiful Municipality,” stated Mississippi Mills Mayor Christa Lowry. “It provides access to all and...

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Mississippi Mills Fire Department is Recruiting Volunteer Firefighters

Posted on Monday, August 21, 2023 04:07 PM

The Mississippi Mills Fire Department is recruiting Volunteer firefighters, please take the time to read through the recruitment package as it explains the process, expected commitment level, application process, fitness requirements and required documents. 

Applications must be received by Sunday, September 10th, 2023 at 12:00 a.m. For more information, visit https://www.mississippimills.ca/fire

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Council Members Join OPP 'Bail Out' Fundraiser to Support Food Bank

Posted on Friday, August 18, 2023 03:54 PM

Mississippi Mills Council launched its Bail Out Fundraiser, in partnership with Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), at the August 15th Council meeting with a special video.

During summer recess, some of our members of council have gotten themselves into hot water! The OPP has ‘charged’ the following council members:

  • Mayor Christa Lowry for over the limit caffeine consumption

  • Councillor Bev Holmes for always overscheduling herself

  • Councillor Vicki Lowe for being an underaged grandma

Public Notice – By-law – Proposed Name Change Laroque Street to LaRocque Street

Posted on Thursday, August 17, 2023 10:05 AM

During the registration of the Mill Run Subdivision, the spelling of “Laroque” Street, was incorrect.  To honor the veterans whom the street was named after the street will be correctly registered as LaRocque Street.  Comments were solicited from the residents through a previous notice issued December 28, 2022, and comments received were presented to Council.

Please be advised that a by-law to officially change the name of Laroque Street to LaRocque Street will be on the agenda for the September...

Council Highlights - August 15th, 2023

Posted on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 03:20 PM

Council launched its Bail Out Fundraiser, in partnership with Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), at Tuesday evening’s meeting with a special video. During summer recess, some of our members of council have gotten themselves into hot water! The OPP has ‘charged’ the following council members:

  • Mayor Christa Lowry for over the limit caffeine consumption

  • Councillor Bev Holmes for always overscheduling herself

  • Councillor Vicki Lowe for being an underaged grandma

  • Councillor Jane Torrance for...