Cathy Ryder
Community Building Fund
The Community Building Fund – Operating stream provides support for non-profits and Indigenous communities in the community arts and culture, heritage, tourism, sport and recreation sectors to help sustain their operations and create new attractions, experiences and events.
The fund will enable organizations to remain viable so they can continue to improve quality of life and provide services, jobs, educational opportunities, and programming for Ontarians.
- Applications will be accepted starting March 31, 2021
- Application deadline: April 28, 2021 at 5 PM Eastern Standard
FIRE BAN NOTICE - No Open Burning
Fire Ban Notice - No Open Burning effection April 5, 2021
Fire Ban Update: Starting Monday April 5th, 2021 there will be a complete fire ban in effect for the Townships of Drummond/North Elmsley and Tay Valley, as well as Lanark County.
No open burning of any kind is permitted until the ban is lifted.
We thank you for your cooperation in dealing with this matter.
Road Closing Between Lots 20 & 21 Drummond Concession 2
Notice of Public Meeting Concerning
Proposed Road Closing of Unopened Road Allowance
Between Lots 20 & 21, Concession 2 Drummond
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley will hold a public meeting at 5:00 p.m. on April 27, 2021, to consider a request to stop up, close and convey a portion of an unopened road allowance between Lots 20 & 21, Concession 2, Drummond.
Worker Impact Survey
Today, the Labour Market Group of Renfrew and Lanark launched the Worker Impact Survey in Renfrew County and Lanark County, in conjunction with five other local workforce planning boards in Eastern Ontario. The survey, open from March 15th to April 30th, allows individuals to share information about their employment challenges over the last year. This survey will help to support local recommendations for training and skills development initiatives. To learn more and take the survey please click on the following link:
Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail Temporary Closed to Motorized Vehicles
Notice from Lanark County: OVRT temporary closed to motorized vehicles
As a result, effective immediately (Tuesday, March 16, 2021), the OVRT is closed to motorized vehicles until early April to allow for the trail to dry out. Your patience is appreciated.
Spring Closure Notice can be found here: https://www.lanarkcounty.ca/en/roads-trails-and-transit/recreational-trails.aspx
In accordance with the OVRT Trail Management Plan, this is an annual occurrence and as per the By-Law, no ATV’s are permitted on the trail prior to April 1st (or later depending on the weather and trail conditions).
For further information and rules regarding the OVRT:
Web: www.ottawavalleytrail.com
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Phone: 613-267-1353
Valley Heartland Loans for Businesses
COVID-19 Regional Relief and Recovery Fund
Valley Heartland is accepting applications for business loans with 0% interest and no principal payments until December 2022. Please click on the following link for additional information including program quide and applications:
Internet Coverage
Internet Service Providers:
Please note that the contents and information provided below are meant to provide general information only to interested parties. The Township does not promote any specific Internet Service Provider.
Coverage Maps:
- Bell Internet (Map) Opens in new window
- Cogeco – check availability by address – there is no map Opens in new window
- National Broadband Internet Service Availability Map Opens in new window
- Storm Internet Coverage (Map) Opens in new window
- WTC Communications (Map) Opens in new window
- Xplornet (no map) Opens in new window
Interactive Online Mapping Tool
NEW Online Mapping Tools Available on Township's Website
The Township of Drummond/North Elmsley has released mapping tools on their website to help both residents and visitors explore assets and opportunities in Drummond/North Elmsley.
Interactive Community Map
The Interactive Community Map highlights a range of recreational and cultural points of interest including canoe routes and snowmobile trails, walking and cycling trails, and points of interest such as cemeteries, beaches, boat launches, and parks. Fire hall locations and buffers allow residents to find out how far their property is from the nearest fire hall.
The icon for the Interactive Community Map is on the home page at www.dnetownship.ca/, making it easy to find.
Official Plan and Zoning Maps
The Official Plan and Zoning Map allows you to see these designations for any property in the Township. The Official Plan Map includes information like flood lines around waterfront properties, and municipal drains serving agricultural areas. The Zoning Map indicates the type of development allowed according to zone. Designations such as general commercial, residential, agricultural and environmental protection provides valuable information to realtors, potential buyers, and residents considering development on their property.
The Official Plan and Zoning Map is found at dnetownship.ca/doing-business/official-plan-and-zoning-map.
Whether enjoying a ‘close to home’ adventure, or welcoming visitors in a post-pandemic future, these interactive mapping tools will provide valuable information about local features and opportunities.
For more information:
Cindy Halcrow, Clerk Administrator
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Municipal Offices Now Open to the Public
Municipal Offices Now Open to the Public
For appointments with staff between the hours of 9:00 AM - 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday.
For your healthh and safety, please continue to conduct as much business as possible online, by email and/ or by telephone. We recommend making payments via online banking or by using the drop box outside the front door in order to minimize Interpersonal contact.
The following health and safety measures are in place for anyone entering this building:
-A maximum of 2 visitors will be admitted to the municipal office at one time.
-Anyone entering the building will be asked to provide inform at ion f or contact tracing.
-Masks are mandatory inside the building (except for medical exemptions.)
-Hand sanitizer must be used upon entrance to the lobby.
-Social distancing must be maintained while await in g access and once inside the building.
-The drop box outside the front door will continue to be available for delivery of documents and building plans. The secure wall slot is available to deliver cheques and money orders.
Bethel United Church Zoning Amendment Public Meeting
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley will hold a virtual public meeting at 5:00 p.m. on March 9, 2021 to consider a proposed site-specific amendment to Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2012-060 related to 1500 and 1502 Rideau Ferry Road, Part of Lots 22 and 23, Concession 7, North Elmsley.