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Evelyn Street Waste Collection Changes Due to Road Work - June 21, 2024

The Municipality has contracted Miller Paving Limited to undertake the microsurfacing of Evelyn Street in Almonte.

The works are scheduled to take place Friday, June 21. Residents on Evelyn Street are asked to please ensure your waste is set out before 7 a.m. to guarantee collection. Waste collection will take place from 7 to 8 a.m.

Council Highlights - June 18, 2024

During Tuesday night’s meeting, Council recognized the 2024 Mississippi Mills Photo Contest winners. A total of 274 photos were submitted in the contest, which ran for the month of May. Council selected 10 finalists with the community voting on their favourites. First prize went to Ryan Donovan, who captured Almonte and the Mississippi River at night. Talya Friesen received second place for her photograph of a Bald Eagle at Clayton Lake and third prize went to Chris Knowles for a snapshot of...

Burn Risk Status Raised to Level 2

Due to the extreme heat, the Mississippi Mills Fire Department has raised the burn risk status to a Level 2, effective June 19, 2024. This means conditions for burning are suitable, but caution should be exercised due to dry conditions.

When open air burning, the Mississippi Mills Fire Department recommends residents:

• Avoid burning in areas with brown, dead grass

• Abstain from burning in windy conditions

• Always keep a water source nearby when burning

• Never leave a fire unattended

An active 2024 burn...

From the Office of the Mayor - National Indigenous Peoples Day - June 21, 2024

From the Office of the Mayor

National Indigenous Peoples Day: June 21

June 19, 2024

As the celebration of National Indigenous History Month continues, on June 21st we will mark National Indigenous Peoples Day – a day to honour the heritage, culture, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples across Canada. June 21st also has spiritual significance as the Summer Solstice, bringing forward a new season of life. 

Tomorrow evening on June 20th, our local Truth and Reconciliation group Mississippi...

New Location for Summer Solstice Celebration – June 20, 2024

Due to the extreme heat in the forecast, the Summer Solstice Celebration originally to be held in Riverfront Park on Thursday, June 20 will now take place at the John Levi Community Centre.

Set for 6 to 9 p.m., this National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration is open to everyone in the community and will include an Indigenous ceremony, food, music, jingle dancing, Algonquin craft making, Inuit games and more.

The barbecue, entertainment and games will take place outside and crafts will be done...

Municipal Cooling Centres Open

There are four Cooling Centres within the Municipality for residents to take advantage of to beat the heat during this week’s extreme heat event.

• John Levi Community Centre (182 Bridge Street, Almonte)

• Stewart Community Centre (112 MacFarlane Street, Pakenham)

• Almonte Branch of the Mississippi Mills Public Library (155 High Street)

• Pakenham Branch of the Mississippi Mills Public Library (128 MacFarlane Street)

See above for hours of operation.

The Gemmill Park Splash Pad is also open for residents...

Ontario Opens Nominations for 2024 Excellence in Agriculture Awards

Press Release – Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness

The Ontario government is opening nominations for the 2024 Excellence in Agriculture Awards, which recognize the outstanding efforts driving the agriculture and food industry forward. These awards celebrate farmers, processors, industry organizations, people and businesses who demonstrate excellence in their field and are paving the way towards a more sustainable and profitable industry.

“The Excellence in Agriculture Awards honour...