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Canada Post labour disruptions, Municipal Budget 101 and the latest job opportunity

Posted on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 08:33 AM

Canada Post labour strike and municipal operations: What you need to know

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) strike continued as of the end of the day on November 19, impacting mail services.

If you typically rely on mail for payments, here’s what you can do:

For property taxes:

  • Pay your bill in person at Town Hall (87 Broadway)
  • Pay your bill online at orangeville.ca/PayMyTaxes
  • Pay your bill online through your banking institution

For parking tickets:

  • In-person at Town Hall (87 Broadway)
  • Online...

Inspire your sense of adventure: Words the Orangeville Way presents Women Talk Travel

Posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 10:04 AM

When it comes to travel and adventure, there are many ways to get your fix. Maybe it’s climbing aboard a train, paddling a peaceful river, or hiking to a mountaintop. Perhaps it’s walking in Paris, seeing the pyramids in Egypt, and experiencing new cultures. Or maybe that sense of adventure is satiated by cozying up in your favourite chair and reading about these adventures from others.

Regardless of what makes a perfect travel adventure for you, this year’s Words the Orangeville Way literary...

Orangeville Briefs

Orangeville Transit Blue Route resumes Townline at Broadway service

Posted on Monday, November 18, 2024 11:33 AM

Great news Orangeville Transit riders!

Construction has wrapped up on Townline and the road has re-opened.

This means the Blue route will resume regular operation.

As of 2 p.m. today, the Blue route will return to making its right-hand turn at the base of Broadway, onto Townline.

Thank you to all of our riders for your patience during the disruption!

For schedules, maps, and disruption notices visit orangeville.ca/RoutesAndRides

Public Notice - Consolidated User Fees and Charges By-law

Posted on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 04:32 PM

The Town of Orangeville will be considering the implementation of a new User Fees and Charges By-law, pursuant to Section 391 of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001.

A council meeting is being held to review the fees and charges bylaw:
Monday, November 18, 2024 at 7 p.m.
Town Hall (87 Broadway)

Anyone interested in making verbal or written comments regarding the proposed amendments is invited to provide them by:
Monday, November 18 at 10 a.m.
Email: [email protected]

Public Notice - 2025 Water and Wastewater Rates Study

Posted on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 04:27 PM

The Town of Orangeville’s proposed 2025 Water and Wastewater Rates By-law is being reviewed by Orangeville Council. 

A council meeting is being held to review the bylaw: 
Monday, November 18, 2024 at 7 p.m. 
Town Hall (87 Broadway) 

Anyone interested in presenting to Council regarding the proposed amendments is invited to register to present by: 
Monday, November 18, 2024 at 10 a.m.  
Email: [email protected]

Notice of Project Commencement - Transportation Master Plan

Posted on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 12:39 PM

The Town of Orangeville has retained Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited to complete the Town of Orangeville Transportation Master Plan. 

A Transportation Master Plan (TMP) is one of several strategic policy documents that direct how a municipality will grow and develop over the long term. It works together with a municipality’s Official Plan, which directs land use and development patterns, as well as other master plans such as those concerning municipal servicing, parks and recreation,...

Notice of public meeting - False Alarm By-law

Posted on Monday, November 11, 2024 12:27 PM


Take notice that a public meeting will be held to provide the public with an opportunity to comment and provide input in relation to the False Alarm By-law, on: November 25, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. (electronic and in-person participation) Members of the public Members of the public are welcome to attend public meetings: In person: at Council Chambers, Town Hall, 87 Broadway, Orangeville; or Online: through the Town’s live broadcast at https://www.youtube.com/c/OrangevilleCouncil; or By phone: please call +1-289-801-5774 and enter...

In Their Memory: Veterans Stories Featured on Tales on the Trail in November

Posted on Wednesday, November 06, 2024 12:35 PM

Every November, Canadians are encouraged to take time to learn the stories of Canadian forces personnel in remembrance of their contribution and sacrifice. This year, a unique partnership between the Orangeville Public Library and the Museum of Dufferin (MoD) brings local veteran stories to the Island Lake Conservation Area.

Throughout November, the Tales of the Trail installation will feature photographs and text about Dufferin County veterans.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for families to...

Public Notice - 2024 Development Charges Background Study Meeting

Posted on Wednesday, November 06, 2024 09:52 AM

On Monday, December 16, 2024 the Council of the Town of Orangeville will hold a public meeting, pursuant to section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended, to present and obtain public input on the municipality’s proposed amendment to the 2024 development charges (D.C.) by-law and underlying background study.

All interested parties are invited to attend the Public Meeting of Council and any person who attends the meeting may make representations relating to the proposed amendment to the...

Notice of Public Meeting - Official Plan and zoning bylaw amendments

Posted on Friday, November 01, 2024 01:21 PM

Notice of Public Meeting
Town Initiated
Official Plan Amendment & Zoning By-law Amendment
(File No. OPZ 2024-01)

Pursuant to Sections 17, 21 and 34 of the Planning Act, the Town of Orangeville has initiated an amendment to its Official Plan to conform to provincial legislation and policies regarding additional residential units. A related Zoning By-law amendment has also been initiated to amend regulations for additional residential units and make other housekeeping changes and will hold a Public...

Where would we be without recreation? Respect YOUR Rec invites community to take the Respect Pledge

Posted on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 09:35 AM

How important are parks, libraries and recreation centres in making the places we live, work, or play feel like a community? The answer is they’re vital.

But when the staff, users, and spaces we rely on are treated disrespectfully, it impacts all of us, putting access to crucial services at risk. In 2024, holes in the Saputo Centre walls, flooded toilets, a trashed washroom at Rotary Park, and broken water features at the Harvey Curry Splash Pad are examples of the continued vandalism occurring...

Can you crack the case? Experts in the Library welcomes Crime Writers of Canada authors

Posted on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 12:58 PM

From political crime thrillers to paranormal novels and noir mystery, there’s something for every literary crime enthusiast at the next Experts in the Library.

On November 3, join the Orangeville Public Library for a special guest panel featuring six authors from the Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) for a thrilling discussion.

“Whether you’re a reader or a writer, this is such a great opportunity to discover some insight into the minds of these incredible authors and learn more about writing in this...