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Council Highlights - June 28, 2021

Posted on Thursday, November 18, 2021 08:55 AM

Official Plan Review Steering Committee – Council received a report about the Official Plan Review Steering Committee and approved the Terms of Reference. Councillor Grant Peters and Councillor Todd Taylor were appointed to the Committee as Council representatives. Council approved the addition of up to two community members with a planning background, and directed staff to proceed with the recruitment of members.

2019/20 Economic Development Report – Council received the 2019/20 Economic Development...

Holiday Lights 2021

Holiday Lights returns to Orangeville for festive season

Posted on Friday, November 12, 2021 09:55 AM

The Town of Orangeville is bringing back Holiday Lights to celebrate the festive season this year in various locations. The Town will light up various streetscapes and provide an interactive map for residents to identify their own Holiday Lights 2021 display.

Holiday lighting exhibits will be created in various parts of the Town with a digital (GIS) map of all locations available to residents and visitors to view the displays from the comfort of their own vehicle. The downtown core will see a variety...

Crystal Queer Utility Box, featuring art by the GLOW Youth Group, a social and support group for LGBTQ2S+ youth operating out of Dufferin Child & Family Services.

New utility box art features work by local artists

Posted on Friday, November 05, 2021 09:00 AM

Holiday Lights returns to Orangeville for festive season

The Town of Orangeville is bringing back Holiday Lights to celebrate the festive season this year in various locations. The Town will light up various streetscapes and provide an interactive map for residents to identify their own Holiday Lights 2021 display.

Holiday lighting exhibits will be created in various parts of the Town with a digital (GIS) map of all locations available to residents and visitors to view the displays from the comfort...

A young boy sitting in the dark with his legs out in front of him. He has a Santa Claus figure in his lap and holding his cheeks with his hands in disbelief at the lit up figurine.

Holiday spirits are bright in Orangeville

Posted on Thursday, November 04, 2021 03:29 PM

As the temperatures drop and the first snowfall settles, a sense of anticipation for the holiday season awakens. Capturing that festive spirit is easy to do in Orangeville, especially this year as we welcome back some of our favourite local traditions. Combine these with new experiences and activities to make the most of this spirited season.

Throughout November and December, check back here for updates and details about all of the festive fun happening right here in Orangeville. We don’t want you...

Dufferin Country Transit Study Public Opinion Survey

Posted on Wednesday, November 03, 2021 10:00 AM

The County of Dufferin is undertaking a Transit Feasibility Study to examine possible transit solutions for County residents, workers, students, and visitors. The objective of the study is to determine whether a new transit service in Dufferin County (outside of the Town of Orangeville) is a feasible idea, and to figure out how it might be done.
We need your help to inform the future of transit in Dufferin County! By completing this survey form, you will provide the project team with important information...

Service Disruption - Accessibility Alert

Posted on Monday, November 01, 2021 09:06 AM

Service Disruption – Accessibility Alert

 

As of Monday, November 1, the elevator at Town Hall (87 Broadway) is currently out of service until further notice. The Town is working on repairs to have the elevator back in service as soon as possible. However, the outage could last several days, pending delivery of a replacement part for the power control board.

Movie filming in Orangeville

Posted on Friday, October 29, 2021 08:36 AM

An independent film company will be shooting scenes for an upcoming movie, “Impasse”, on October 29 at Bythia and Princess Streets and at two private residences. The movie is being produced under the direction of Barett Caplan and features actor Nicholas Campbell who starred in the TV show “Davinci’s Inquest” and currently stars in “The Coroner." The action thriller is expected to be released in the summer of 2022.

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Gary Kocialek named as Interim General Manager of Infrastructure Services

Posted on Thursday, October 28, 2021 04:56 PM

Town of Orangeville Chief Administrative Officer Ed Brennan has announced the appointment of Gary Kocialek as Interim General Manager of Infrastructure Services, effective November 1, 2021. “Gary has many years of experience in the area of infrastructure services and I’m pleased that he accepted this interim role,” Mr. Brennan said. “Gary will be with us as we conduct the recruitment process for a permanent General Manager of Infrastructure Services.”

This appointment follows the resignation of current...

Water - Service Disruption

Water main repairs on Dawson Road

Posted on Thursday, October 28, 2021 04:46 PM

Town water staff are working on water main repairs on Dawson Road, between Broadway and Centennial Road.

A water main break was reported at 12 Dawson Road. Traffic is reduced to one lane, although a road closure to through traffic may be necessary. The watermain may need to be shut off but that won’t be determined until excavation has occurred and if it is necessary affected businesses and the fire service will be notified in advance.

Public Participation During Heritage Orangeville Committee Electronic Special Meeting

Posted on Monday, October 25, 2021 12:26 PM

Public Participation During Heritage Orangeville Committee Electronic Special Meeting - Oct. 27, 2021

The upcoming electronic special meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at 3:30 p.m. and the agenda will be posted online at www.orangeville.ca on Monday, October 25, 2021.

Due to efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19, the Council Chambers at Town Hall will not be open to the public to attend Heritage Orangeville Committee meetings until further notice.

Written Comments

Prior to...

Community Art Mosaic Project

Community Art Mosaic to be unveiled at Town Hall

Posted on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 09:32 AM

Join Mayor Sandy Brown and Councillor Lisa Post on Monday, October 25 at 11 a.m. for a virtual unveiling of the Town of Orangeville’s Community Art Mosaic. The event will be streamed live on the Town’s Facebook page.

Between June 28 and July 9, 500 Orangeville residents of all ages demonstrated their artistic talents by hand painting 4x4-inch tiles. Each mini artwork, when combined together, created an 8x12-foot mural that represents the historic charm of Orangeville and celebrates the unity of our...

Vaccination Policy

Town of Orangeville implementing COVID-19 vaccination policy

Posted on Friday, October 15, 2021 01:29 PM

The Town of Orangeville is implementing a COVID-19 mandatory vaccination policy, given the role vaccinations have in protecting the community and providing a safe working environment for staff, and to be consistent with the best available public health advice to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and variants.

The Town of Orangeville recognizes the tremendous impact that COVID-19 has had on the community, the health system, and on the economy. Throughout the pandemic, the Town has worked actively with...