Unleash your curiosity and sense of adventure with the TD Summer Reading Club

Posted on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 10:05 AM

The TD Summer Reading Club is back at the Orangeville Public Library, designed to inspire kids to explore the fun of reading their way. Throughout the summer, kids will have access to exciting programs, activities, and reading challenges.

Registration for the reading club is completely free – and with so many ways to check out books at the Orangeville Public Library, reading materials are endless.

“Empowering kids to discover engaging stories, whatever the format, is the key to building a...

Family fun activities, swimming, and more: Celebrate Canada Day at Alder Street Recreation Centre

Posted on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 12:03 PM

Get your red and white ready because Canada Day is just around the corner. Join us Monday, July 1, at Alder Street Recreation Centre for a fun-filled day of festivities to celebrate Canada. The event kicks off at 11:45 a.m. and runs until 5 p.m., with free activities and entertainment for all ages. A fireworks show over Island Lake will wrap up the festivities at 10 p.m.

"The Town is excited to bring everyone together to enjoy free activities all day," said Mayor Lisa Post. "Canada Day is about...

A group of individuals accepting an award in a building's foyer. 2024 Accessibility Champion Award Winners B Social accept their award from Access Orangeville

2024 Accessibility Champion Award Winners announced at the Town of Orangeville

Posted on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 02:02 PM

On May 29, Mayor Lisa Post and Councillor Rick Stevens hosted the 2024 Accessibility Champion Awards at Orangeville Town Hall, recognizing those who demonstrate a passion for making an accessible community.

“Access Orangeville was thrilled to receive eight outstanding nominations for the Accessibility Champion Awards this year,” said Councillor Rick Stevens, committee Chair. “The organizations and individuals recognized go above and beyond to ensure our community is inclusive and accessible.”

A child splashes down a blue water slide

Join Orangeville Recreation for Free Swim Activities at the new Alder Street Recreation Centre Pools

Posted on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 12:51 PM

Orangeville Recreation and the Town of Orangeville are excited to announce their free programming to welcome the community back to the Alder Street Recreation Centre Pools. Until the end of June, enjoy a variety of programs from Aquafit and Lane Swims, to public swims in both pools.

Want to participate? Here’s what you need to do:

Free Swim Programming Schedule at Alder Street...

Orangeville invites community input to guide local economic development

Posted on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 09:31 AM

Now is the time to share your thoughts about economic development in Orangeville.

As part of its ongoing efforts to support our local business community, the Town of Orangeville is creating a new Economic Development and Culture Strategy.  Gathering input from residents, businesses, and other local stakeholders is an essential part of the project. Everyone is invited to participate and an online survey will make it easy to share your opinions.

This new community-based strategy will create a clear...

A new stainless steel lap pool -- located at the Alder Street Recreation Centre in Orangeville

Ready to make a splash: Alder Street Recreation Centre to welcome swimmers back

Posted on Monday, May 13, 2024 08:55 AM

After a much-anticipated wait, the Town of Orangeville is announcing the re-opening of the Alder Street Recreation Centre pools. Starting tomorrow, May 14, residents will have the chance to register for a mini-series of swimming lessons with free swims and programing starting later this month.

“I’m so excited to share the news that the Alder Street Recreation Centre pool is ready to welcome you back!” said Mayor Lisa Post. “We know it's been a long road to get here, and we’ve experienced some...

Author spotlight for Young Adult Fiction horror fans coming to Orangeville Public Library on May 17

Posted on Thursday, May 09, 2024 02:45 PM

Young Adult(YA) Fiction debut author Matteo L. Cerilli is set to host a special book talk at the Orangeville Public Library in celebration of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. This special event, hosted in partnership with Dufferin Child and Family Services’ GLOW Youth Group, is geared for YA horror fans and centred on Cerilli’s debut book, ‘Lockjaw’.

A small-town ghost story, Lockjaw is set where monsters living and dead haunt the streets, the homes, and the...

The Town of Orangeville’s Water Meter Upgrade Program begins this summer

Posted on Wednesday, May 08, 2024 12:48 PM

As part of its ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure, provide reliable services to residents, and help with water conservation efforts, the Town of Orangeville will begin upgrading water meters in all buildings and residences this summer.

The program, which was announced in 2023, will see older models replaced or upgraded with newer technology that will eliminate the manual reading process.

“This is a big step forward in the way we provide services to our residents,” said Derek Currie, Manager,...

Mayor Lisa Post speaks to students at ODSS

Participation is necessary to make better communities

Posted on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 04:34 PM

In 2023, Mayor Lisa Post established the quarterly Town Hall meetings, aiming to bridge the gap that often exists between a municipality and its residents through connection and productive conversations.

It’s more than just the Mayor and Town that are passionate about these meetings; residents who have attended have also spoken about wanting to see more of the community engaged and attending.

“It’s a wonderful vehicle for residents to understand what is going on in this community,” said Lisa...

The entrance of the Orangeville Public Library Mill Street Branch on Mill Street.

Helping youth lead purposeful, fulfilling lives: New club coming to Orangeville Public Library

Posted on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 01:25 PM

The world is an interesting, ever-changing place that can be intimidating to navigate for youth as they grow. In partnership with the Puslinch Assembly of Bahai’s, the Orangeville Public Library (OPL) is excited to offer a new club for youth aged 7 to 14 to help develop the skills they need to become engaged citizens.

Meeting weekly, the Social Justice Club will empower like-minded youth to connect with one another by learning about different lived experiences and examining common goals and...

Nominations open for the Town of Orangeville’s 2024 Accessibility Champion Awards

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 02:30 PM

Access Orangeville, a Town of Orangeville committee dedicated to facilitating accessibility for all residents and visitors, is accepting nominations for the 2024 Accessibility Champion Awards.

These awards recognize individuals, local businesses, or a community group who have demonstrated a passion for making the community more accessible by continually going above and beyond to achieve this goal.

“There are many champions in our community helping us remove barriers and provide accessible...

A person bent down with a shrub being planted in the ground

Earth Day tree planting event will add trees and shrubs to Orangeville’s Mill Creek Trail

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2024 02:38 PM

Spring has sprung and that means it’s time to add more green to Orangeville’s growing tree canopy.

Join Sustainable Orangeville and Credit Valley Conservation for the Orangeville Earth Day Tree Planting to help plant trees and shrubs in our natural spaces.

“Planting trees is just one of the many ways we can give back to our community,” said Councillor Tess Prendergast, Chair of Sustainable Orangeville. “When we work together to enhance our green spaces, we bond over our community and create more...