Cultural & Community Updates

Health Unit - Enjoy the outdoors and be Tick Smart
The ticks are out! When temperatures rise above 4.
MVCA Seeks Public Input for Future of Mill of Kintail Museum
April 21, 2021. A special advisory committee (SAC) struck by Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) has submitted its report to the MVCA Board of Directors with three options for the future of the Mill of Kintail Museum.
Partial Fire Ban
The Mississippi Mills Fire Department (MMFD) has changed the burning status to a Partial Burn Ban. The Partial Burn Ban will permit campfires in the Municipality in areas that are permitted to burn.
From the Office of the Mayor - Update: Planning Together for Growth and Change
April 19, 2021. Earlier this year, I shared an overview of several important projects and planning processes that will be taking place.
Volunteer Week - April 18 to 24, 2021
This week is National Volunteer Week!. National Volunteer Week is a week that is celebrated across Canada which promotes and applauds volunteers throughout the country.
Frequently Asked Questions - OPA 29 Prime Agricultural Area Designation Review
The Municipality is currently conducting a review of its Agricultural designation in our Community Official Plan!. Referred to as Official Plan Amendment 29 (OPA 29), this project consists of a systematic review of the agricultural areas throughout Mississippi Mills.
Fire Ban Update
The Mississippi Mills Fire Department (MMFD) is reminding residents of the Fire Ban that came into effect on April 4. th.
Ontario News Release - Ontario Moves Schools to Remote Learning Following Spring Break
News Release. Ontario Moves Schools to Remote Learning Following Spring Break.
Pebble Mosaic Art Location Survey
The Municipality in partnership with Red Dress Productions and Lanark County Interval House and Community Support is looking for your input on the choice of a location for a Pebble Mosaic Art project in Almonte!. With community engagement and collaborative cultural production, the Public Art Project works to increase the public’s understanding of sexual and gender-based violence and offers spaces of remembrance, peace, and hope for those who have been affected.
From the Office of the Mayor - Passing of Prince Philip
It is with sadness that I share the news of the passing of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh and spouse of Queen Elizabeth II, at the age of 99. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced, “the thoughts of Canadians are with Queen Elizabeth II and the members of the Royal Family as they mourn such a significant loss”.