Cultural & Community Updates

The Mississippi Mills Poppy Project is in its third year as a collaborative community art project of remembrance, honouring Canadian Veterans who have served, and personnel currently serving in the Canadian Armed Forces for their service and sacrifice to our country.

Due to a high level of participation and sustained public interest, Alto is extending the online public consultation period until Monday, April 24, 2026, bringing the total duration of the process to 100 days.

Environment Canada has issued storm warnings for some of our communities. As a precaution, the following Southeast Public Health offices will be closed on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, due to the Orange Weather Alert for freezing rain. 

The Mississippi Mills Public Library will be closed on Wednesday, March 11. Curl up with a good book and stay safe!

Vendor applications for the Lanark County Harvest Festival are open now!

Community Living Association Lanark County (CLA) is inviting compassionate individuals and families to consider becoming Family Home Providers through its Family Home Program.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is alerting residents across the region to an emerging scam trend involving suspects who pose as police officers to defraud victims of substantial amounts of money.

The deadline for the second intake of the new Mississippi Mills Community Impact Grant Program is March 15, 2026.

Here’s the latest news from the Mississippi Mills Public Library (MMPL).