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Broadway Bricks sidewalk project set for summer start
Posted on Wednesday, July 13, 2022 10:23 AM
July 13, 2022
Broadway Bricks project gears up for summer start
The Town of Orangeville is about to embark on a sidewalk renewal program in the downtown core.
The initial phase of the “Broadway Bricks” project will commence July 18 and involve the temporary removal of trees from the sidewalks (except those near restaurant patios) and decommissioning some unused underground water services.
Sidewalk replacement – with new concrete and bricks – will be completed in sections of the...
Communities in Bloom judges coming to Orangeville
Posted on Thursday, July 07, 2022 03:59 PM
The Town of Orangeville is participating in the 28th edition of Communities in Bloom (CiB), in the Circle of Excellence Evaluated (non-competitive) category for 2022.
The Communities in Bloom judges, Berta Briggs from Wetaskiwin, Alberta and Larry Hall from Buena Vista, Saskatchewan, will be evaluating the Town of Orangeville on July 12-14. The community will be rated from one to five blooms, based on the scoring obtained. The Town will also aim to obtain bronze, silver or gold levels in the CiB...
Orangeville shortlisted as a SiriusXM Music Town finalist
Posted on Thursday, July 07, 2022 08:39 AM
Orangeville has been shortlisted as a SiriusXM Music Town finalist! After receiving nominations from over 400 unique towns across Canada, Orangeville was selected as one of the top 16 finalists thanks to the passionate stories submitted by residents.
The top 16 finalists were announced today across four regions -- Western Canada, Ontario, Quebec, and Eastern Canada, and voting began. Canadians will cast votes at musictown.siriusxm.ca for their top town in each region and finalists can increase their...
Town announces appointment of General Manager of Infrastructure Services
Posted on Monday, July 04, 2022 04:23 PM
Tim Kocialek has been appointed as the General Manager of Infrastructure Services for the Town of Orangeville, effective August 8, 2022.
Currently the Acting Director of Road Maintenance Operations and Fleet for the City of Brampton, Mr. Kocialek was previously the Acting Director of Capital Works, and he served for 12 years as the Manager of Engineering, Public Works and Engineering Department for Brampton. Prior employment includes seven years as the Director of Roads and Public Works for the Town...
Orangeville Northmen celebrated in new public art installation
Posted on Thursday, June 23, 2022 01:16 PM
A piece of public art has been installed as a tribute to the Orangeville Northmen Lacrosse Association. On display at the corner of Alder Street and Riddell Road, the artwork honours the history of lacrosse in Orangeville and recognizes the efforts of the Orangeville Northmen in developing the sport locally.
The Orangeville Northmen sponsored the installation, fittingly located near the Alder Recreation Centre where many lacrosse games are played. Orangeville artist Mark Grice was commissioned...
Orangeville initiates new strategic plan process
Posted on Thursday, June 16, 2022 11:47 AM
The Town of Orangeville is launching the creation of a new Corporate Strategic Plan that will clearly articulate a vision for the municipality, help guide municipal staff and Council in the allocation of priorities and resources over the next term and set short to long-term goals to inform the actions of the municipality. The plan will make recommendations that reflect input by Council, staff, stakeholders, business owners, and residents.
The municipality seeks an innovative Strategic Plan that addresses...
Ontario Senior of the Year Award goes to Orangeville resident
Posted on Monday, June 06, 2022 04:42 PM
Linda Banks of Orangeville is the recipient of a Senior of the Year Award for 2022. The award is part of the larger celebration of Seniors’ Month in June. The Province of Ontario pays tribute each year to seniors who have enriched the social, cultural, or civic life of the community.
Linda moved to Town seven years ago, and has been an active member of our community since then. Some of the community organizations Linda supports include Theatre Orangeville, Heritage Orangeville, and Probus.
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Canada Day celebrations return to Orangeville
Posted on Friday, June 03, 2022 10:56 AM
Canada Day celebrations return to Alder Recreation Centre and Island Lake
Bring your national pride to Orangeville as the community celebrates Canada Day on July 1 at the Alder Recreation Centre and a concert at Island Lake Conservation Area. Fireworks are set for a day later, on July 2, at 10 p.m. over Island Lake.
The fun starts July 1 with opening ceremonies and cake at 11:45 a.m., with free activities planned until 5 p.m., at the Alder Recreation Centre at 275 Alder Street. The main stage, in...
Orangeville CAO on medical leave
Posted on Thursday, June 02, 2022 06:40 PM
The Town of Orangeville’s Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Ed Brennan, has gone on medical leave and the Town’s General Manager of Community Services, Ray Osmond, has been named as the Interim CAO.
Mr. Brennan advised Orangeville Council of the leave in a closed session on May 30 and Council members endorsed the appointment of Mr. Osmond as Acting CAO.
“Ed Brennan has worked closely with myself and Council for the past three and a half years,” said Mayor Sandy Brown. “He has been instrumental...
Accessibility Champion Awards announced for 2022
Posted on Monday, May 30, 2022 03:03 PM
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee (Dufferin and Orangeville) announced the recipients of the 2022 Accessibility Champion Awards.
At a ceremony at Orangeville’s Town Hall today, Committee Chair Lisa Post said it’s a pleasure to recognize organizations and individuals who go above and beyond to ensure our community is inclusive and accessible. She also expressed appreciation to committee members for the work they do in championing accessibility awareness.
The recipients of the Accessibility...
Peel to purchase rail corridor
Posted on Friday, May 27, 2022 09:24 AM
Peel Regional Council has endorsed a report outlining the intent to finalize the acquisition of approximately 51 km of the former Orangeville-Brampton Railway corridor from the Orangeville Railway Development Corporation, for the purposes of a recreational trail and future utility corridor to help meet the needs of a growing Region. The anticipated closing date is July 13, 2022.
The Region entered into a conditional agreement to purchase the lands in August 2021. Recognizing the strategic significance...
Poppy Project coming to Orangeville
Posted on Tuesday, May 03, 2022 03:13 PM
Prepare to see a lot of poppies this November as the Poppy Project comes to Orangeville. Community organizer Laura Austin is inviting residents to help her bring the Poppy Project to Orangeville by knitting or crocheting poppies for a community art installation. The Poppy Project is a grassroots initiative that is working toward a display of poppies on the clock tower in downtown Orangeville in time for Remembrance Day.
Individuals and community groups are encouraged to crochet or knit poppies between...
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