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Flags Lowered in Honour of the National Day of Mourning – April 28

Marked annually in Canada on April 28, the National Day of Mourning is dedicated to remembering those who have lost their lives, suffered injury or illness on the job, or experienced a work-related tragedy.

In 2022, there were 993 workplace fatalities recorded in the country, according to the Association of Workers’ Compensation Boards of Canada.

This day remembers those who have lost their lives and is a call to protect the living and ensure safe and healthy conditions are established in the...

Mississippi Mills Fire Department Launches Community Connect Platform

Mississippi Mills Fire Department (MMFD) has introduced Mississippi Mills Community Connect, a platform designed to increase emergency preparedness and response.

Community Connect is a free, secure and easy to use portal that allows residents and business owners to voluntarily share critical information with MMFD that will assist emergency responders in the event of an emergency.

How does it work? Visit www.communityconnect.io/info/on-mississippimills to create a free account. From there,...

Reduced Load Restrictions to be Lifted April 29

Please be advised that the reduced load restrictions will be lifted for the Municipality of Mississippi Mills, effective Monday, April 29. 

Annual Mississippi Mills Exchange Day May 3-5, 2024

Do you have some unwanted items taking up valuable space? Now is the time to declutter your home!

The Municipality of Mississippi Mills’ annual Exchange Day is just around the corner, taking place May 3-5, 2024. This is an opportunity for residents to place unwanted items at the curb or hunt for some new treasures!

Items can be placed at the curb or end of your driveway on Friday, May 3 but if not taken, they must be brought back in on Sunday, May 5.

Some tips if participating in the annual...

Household Hazardous Waste Facility Opens for 2024 Season on May 18

The Household Hazardous Waste Facility will open for the 2024 season on Saturday, May 18.

Hours are: Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon.

The site is located in Carleton Place at 128 Patterson Crescent.

Please note the HHW facility is limited to the residents of Carleton Place, Beckwith, Drummond/North Elmsley, Montague, Mississippi Mills, Smiths Falls, and Perth.  Residents will be required to provide proof of residency.

Tips to reduce household hazardous waste

• Be a wise consumer:

If you purchase a...

Notice - Gravel Road Maintenance Operations

The Municipality's spring gravel road maintenance schedule has been affected by the large amount of rain we have received recently.

We appreciate your patience as our Roads and Public Works Department continues seasonal maintenance operations.

Council Highlights - April 23, 2024

Last night’s meeting began with a delegation from Danielle Shewfelt, Public Health Nurse with the Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit. Shewfelt provided information on the Older Adults of Leeds, Grenville and Lanark Review undertaken by the Health Unit. It assessed the services and supportive tools needed for older adults in order to make our communities more age friendly. 

A Public Meeting was held regarding a Zoning By-law Amendment for 112 Cedar Hill Side Road in Pakenham, to re-zone...