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Test shut down of water tower Feb 23-25

The Town will conduct a test shutdown of the standpipe (water tower) this week in preparation of the upcoming capital project of rehabilitating the standpipe. The test shutdown will occur from Wednesday, February 23 at 9 a.m. to Friday, February 25 at 7 a.m.

Over these two days, the Town will have operators recording pressure readings/measurements on various hydrants. A simulation of the exercise indicated no service disruption to residents. However, there may be some areas where residents notice...

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Parents and guardians asked to review fire safety basics with children

Due to an increase in fires across our regions, the Orangeville, Caledon, Brampton and Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services Public Fire and Life Safety Officers are asking for your help.  In normal times, they routinely meet with students face-to-face to teach them about fire safety. In current times and for optimal impact, parents, guardians and caregivers are urged to regularly review the principles of fire safety with all children in your care and implement the basics of Fire Prevention,...

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New installations added to mural collection at Alder Recreation Centre

Six new pieces of locally created artwork have been installed along the walking track at Alder Recreation Centre. The installations complete a collection of 10 murals that help to brighten the space along the track while contributing to the Town of Orangeville’s growing public art collection.

Each piece stands eight feet tall and features artwork created by:

• Wendy Reid of Melancthon, who painted “Dufferin Funny Farm Chickens,” a piece that celebrates Orangeville’s rural roots and cultural...

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Town provides update on vaccination policy

100 per cent of active Town staff complied with COVID-19 vaccination policy, four volunteer firefighters fail to comply

Today, the Town of Orangeville provided an update on its COVID-19 vaccination policy. One hundred percent of currently active staff are in compliance with the policy; the Town has terminated four volunteer firefighters for non-compliance.

In accordance with the policy, which was implemented in October 2021, Town employees were given until December 31, 2021 to be compliant with the...

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Celebrate February with lights and activities

Light Up For Love runs from February 11-21, during Valentine’s Day and Family Day weekend. Turn on your holiday lights or add some new ones and show your love for Orangeville. Show your spirit and celebrate your love for family and friends, your neighbours and our great community.

On Family Day, February 21, enjoy some fun at the Alder Recreation Centre. A free skate is planned, along with some library fun. Skate with Olaf and visit the Orangeville Public Library to pick up your Family Day Fun...

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Tree clearing near Hansen Boulevard

As part of the Hansen Boulevard connection and creek crossing, the Town has entered into a contract with Robous Farms to clear and remove trees in the area just east of College Avenue through the future Hansen Boulevard corridor. The work involves removing the trees to facilitate the construction of the culvert and ultimately the road between College Avenue and Mason Street to the east, scheduled for later this year. Tree clearing in this area will begin February 7 and be completed by February 28.

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Love, Orangeville tourism brand launches

Love, Orangeville creates conversations with visitors

The Town of Orangeville has created a new way to engage with visitors. A new tourism brand – Love, Orangeville – was launched on January 26, establishing a foundation for all communications and promotions related to tourism in Orangeville. The new brand will support the Town’s development as a tourism destination by creating a consistent and authentic way to attract visitors and engage with the community.

Approved by Council on November 8, 2021,...

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Province eases public health measures starting January 31

The Ontario government has announced an easing of restrictions imposed on January 5 in response to the spread of the Omicron variant. The reduction in restrictions will occur in three phases with 21 days between each step. As of January 31, social gathering limits will be increased to 10 people indoors and 25 people outdoors. Capacity limits will be set at 50 percent in indoor public settings, such as restaurants, retailers, cinemas, meeting/event spaces. Enhanced proof of vaccination...

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Significant Weather Event Ended - January 18, 2022

Yesterday's significant weather event has ended in the Town of Orangeville following heavy snowfall.

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