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Effective June 4, Mississippi Mills Fire Department (MMFD) has raised the burn risk to Level 4 (Extreme Risk – Supervised Campfires Only) due to current dry conditions. 

Did you know that vision disabilities affect how clearly a person can see? Very few people are completely blind. Many experience limited vision—such as reduced peripheral or central vision—while others may only see shapes, outlines, or light direction.

From June 6 to July 10, Sivarulrasa Gallery is delighted to present CATHY ROSS: THE SEASONS in Gallery I. HANNAH CRETIEN: DÉRIVE runs in Gallery III.

A public meeting will be held virtually via Zoom on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. to consider a proposed minor variance application under Section 45 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.13. 

Did you know that hearing loss can affect a person’s ability to distinguish certain frequencies, sounds, or words—and, like many disabilities, it varies widely in degree?

The Mississippi Mills Fire Department (MMFD) has raised the burn risk to Level 3 (High Risk) due to dry conditions. The Ministry of Natural Resources' forest fire danger rating for our region is also elevated. 

Residents are urged to use extreme caution when burning. Have extinguishing agents readily available.

An active 2026 burn permit is required before any open air burning. Permit holders must call the burn permit line (613-706-4004) to activate their permit prior to each burn.

Reminder: Brush, drum, and windrow fires not permitted between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. (April 1 – October 31).

A public meeting will be held virtually via Zoom on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. to consider a proposed minor variance application under Section 45 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.13.  

It's National AccessAbility Week (May 31 to June 6, 2026) – a time to highlight the importance of accessibility, inclusion and equal participation for everyone. Throughout the week, we’ll be sharing practical tips and information to help create more accessible spaces for all.

Earlier this year, our club announced the creation of the Archer Lowe Memorial Soccer Scholarship (Bursary) to honor the memory of a truly exceptional young man. Archer was a dedicated teammate, a natural leader, and a player who brought pure joy and energy to every field he stepped on.