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Flags Lowered for Indigenous Veterans Day
Posted on Monday, November 08, 2021 08:57 AM
November 8th - Indigenous Veterans Day
Flags at all municipal locations will be lowered to half mast in recognition of Indigenous Veterans Day. A day to recognize and acknowledge the many contributions and sacrifices of Aboriginals not only to Canada's war efforts but to its peacekeeping reputation.
From the Office of the Mayor - November 7th Flag Raising
Posted on Sunday, November 07, 2021 12:00 PM
Statement from the Mayor
November 7, 2021
On Friday, Canadian Heritage and Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada released a joint statement providing details about the Canada flag returning to full mast. In Mississippi Mills, we have followed the direction of the Prime Minister and the Federal government with respect to the masting of flags at municipal facilities.
Across the county, the Canadian flag was lowered to half-mast on May 30th after unmarked graves were discovered at a...
Applications Now Being Accepted for Mississippi Mills Community Grants
Posted on Friday, November 05, 2021 01:25 PM
The Municipality of Mississippi Mills recognizes that contributions made by community organizations and volunteer groups improve the well-being of the community and the quality of life for its residents. In recognition of these contributions, the Municipality is committed to providing modest assistance to such organizations through its municipal grant program.
Support is provided each year from the Municipality’s operating budget to qualifying organizations through an annual application process.
Mississippi Mills Remembrance Day 2021
Posted on Thursday, November 04, 2021 10:48 AM
The annual November 11th Remembrance Day Celebration has played a major role in Canada since 1931. Every year, at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, Canadians gather in memorial parks, churches, community halls, workplaces , schools and homes to stand in honour of all who have fallen. Pandemic restrictions last year meant smaller ceremonies in communities across the country. Smaller gatherings also meant broadcasting ceremonies to homes, businesses and schools...
Council Highlights: November 2, 2021
Posted on Thursday, November 04, 2021 10:23 AM
Highlights of the November 2nd, 2021, Council Meeting
In recognition of Veteran’s Week (November 5 – November 11), a special version of O’Canada performed by the six Canadian Armed Forces Bands was played at the beginning of the Council meeting followed by 2 minutes of silence in honour and remembrance of those who have fallen in service to our country and to acknowledge the courage of those who serve today. A video presentation from the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) was also shared highlighting...
Municipal Parking Ban November 1, 2021- April 15, 2022
Posted on Wednesday, November 03, 2021 09:53 AM
In accordance with Traffic and Parking By-Law 02-27 Section 13:
- No person shall park, or stand a vehicle or permit a vehicle to remain parked on any highway or in a municipal parking lot between the hours of 1:30 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. from November 1 in any year to April 15 of the following year, both dates inclusive.
- No person shall park or stand a vehicle or permit a vehicle to remain parked on any highway at any time when the highway is specially marked with signs indicating snow removal or when...
Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week 2021
Posted on Monday, November 01, 2021 08:00 AM
Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week, November 1-7
Beat the Silent Killer: Prevent CO in Your Home
Almonte, November 1, 2021- Ontario’s Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week runs from November 1-7, and the Mississippi Mills Fire Department reminds you to prevent carbon monoxide (CO) in your home by getting all fuel-burning appliances inspected annually.
“In Ontario, more than 65% of injuries and deaths from CO occur in the home,” said Mississippi Mills Fire Chief Chad Brown. “We want to make sure everyone is...
