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For more than 30 years, Allan ran Almonte Landscaping — but even after closing his business, his commitment to beautifying Mississippi Mills never stopped. He continues to generously share his expertise with the Municipality, advising on tree planting, species selection, and ideal locations. He also collects and distributes native trees and plants throughout the community, ensuring our natural spaces remain healthy and vibrant.

The 114th EOFA Games in Pakenham are more than firefighter competition — they’re a full day of community fun for all ages.

Mississippi Mills Fire Department (MMFD) has lowered the current burn risk to Level 2 (Moderate Risk) due to recent rainfall and additional precipitation expected in the coming days.

Under this level, open air burning is permitted. Residents must continue to follow all burn permit rules and ensure fires are closely monitored at all times.

The Village of Pakenham will be buzzing with excitement this Saturday, June 20 as the Mississippi Mills Fire Department (MMFD) welcomes hundreds of firefighters for the 114th Eastern Ontario Firefighters Association (EOFA) Games – one of the longest-running and most storied firefighter competitions in Canada.

The Municipality of Mississippi Mills will begin its 2026 microsurfacing program on Wednesday, June 17.

A lifelong resident of Mississippi Mills, Jenny has been woven into the cultural fabric of our community from the very beginning. As a young person, she immersed herself in local arts programs. In adulthood, she became not just a participant, but a builder of our arts community, contributing through the Almonte District High School Drama Club and dancing with several local associations.

After a full day of competition, the excitement continues with the Eastern Ontario Firefighters Association (EOFA) Parade and Awards Ceremony on Saturday, June 20 in Pakenham.

Volunteers, business owners and community champions were honoured for the contributions to making Mississippi Mills a vibrant place to live, work and play at the fifth annual Mississippi Mills Community Awards.

On Saturday, June 20, the Mississippi Mills Fire Department is proud to host the 114th Eastern Ontario Firefighters Association Convention in Pakenham.

Here are the highlights from the Lanark County Council meeting held June 10, 2026.