Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority

A DRAFT of the Land Conservation & Resource Strategy is now available for review.  The comment period ends November 22^nd, 2024.

Sign-up for our Virtual Information Session scheduled 4:30 – 6:30 pm for October 29^th, 2024 during which we will present key elements of the Strategy and be available to answer questions and receive feedback.

Following the consultation period, the document will be amended as needed and rise to MVCA’s Board of Directors for approval December 9^th, 2024.

For more information, including the draft document and to sign-up for the virtual information session, visit: Land Conservation & Resource Strategy – MVCA

Notice of

2025 Municipal Budget and Fees

The Township of Drummond/North Elmsley Council has scheduled a Special Meeting in the Council Chambers on November 1^st, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. to consider the 2025 Operating and Capital Budget and any changes in fees.

A Public Meeting to hear comments and answer questions from the public will be held on Tuesday, November 26^th, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. The Township strongly encourages written comments to be submitted prior to the public meeting.

The Township of Drummond/North Elmsley Council intends to adopt the 2025 Budget at the Council meeting to be held on December 10^th, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

Your participation at these meetings is welcome and encouraged. Copies of the draft budget will be available on the Township website as of October 28^th, 2024 or by contacting the Treasurer.

DATED at Township of Drummond/North Elmsley this 15^th day of October, 2024.

 For Further Information contact:                     

Angela Millar, Treasurer                                 
Township of Drummond/North Elmsley               
310 Port Elmsley Road                                      
Perth ON K7H 3C7     
Phone: 613-267-6500 Ext. 215
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Mark your calendars! Antiques in the Attic is back! On October 26th from 2-4pm.

Do you have treasures in your attic or perhaps items handed down from generations past? Have you ever wondered if those vintage pieces have more than just sentimental value?

Janet Carlile will be at the Drummond Centre Hall to appraise your antiques. Please pre-register your items by emailing us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The cost is $10 per item or 3 for $25. Our Archive will be open from 1-4pm for those wishing to visit.

Check out this great opportunity for Lanark County youth in grades 7-12 for the upcoming PA Day on October 25^th!

Register NOW for the October 25^th Youth Summit in Smiths Falls (Memorial Community Centre – 71 Cornelia St) hosted by Planet Youth Lanark County!

Join the young people in Lanark County who are already making a difference for a day of interactive problem solving and fun.

Free to attend. Transportation (to and from Lanark County Youth Centre’s) and food provided. Get volunteer hours!

More information at the registration link:

https://tinyurl.com/vv72axsp

https://www.perthunionlibrary.ca/event/storytime-with-heidi-at-the-fergusons-falls-hall/2024-10-11

Lanark County to Host Free Tree Seedling Giveaway: 

Lanark County will be giving away tree seedlings on Saturday, October 19th in partnership with Rideau Valley Conservation Authority. The annual Fall giveaway will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. (or until supplies last) at two locations: the Almonte Depot, 4752 County Road 29 North, Almonte and the Public Works Garage, 99 Christie Lake Road, Perth.

To take part in the giveaway, participants must be a Lanark County resident and bring a bag or box in order to transport the seedlings. There is a maximum of 10 trees per household. Seedlings available include red maple, bur oak, red oak, white oak, hackberry, white birch, yellow birch and tamarack.

At the Perth location, explore the Learning Centre for information on wildflower seed, tree identification/planting tips, local programs and more. Attendees are also encouraged to use a provided map and enjoy a walk on the property. For more information, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Perth & District Union Public Library

Contact: Emily Fournier, (613) 267-1224

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 Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Library After Dark returns with a night of music with Jeremy Lyall!

Library After Dark returns to the Perth & District Library on Saturday November 9 with a night of music with accomplished local singer-songwriter Jeremy Lyall.

Library After Dark is a special fundraising concert series held at the Perth & District Library, and offers a chance for people who love music to see top notch artists in a unique, alternative space.

"After being hidden away for too long, it’s time to let these songs of mine out into the light of day for Library After Dark," said Jeremy Lyall. "Along with fellow musicians Kalil Bailey and Isaac Matthews, we’ve been cooking them up in the kitchen and look forward to playing them for you this November 9, along with some selected covers, at the Perth & District Library. These songs come of a youth growing up on an apple farm, a career in film production, and a life interested in what lies buried and hidden in us and in the world. They offer a lyrical glimpse of some of the things found, felt, and experienced along the way. The distinct musical voices of Kalil’s percussion and Isaac’s guitar have given them a groove and feel that has me very excited to announce our forthcoming album for the new year".

Doors open at 7:00 pm and music starts at 7:30 pm. You can also enjoy a beverage from the cash bar at the library during the show.

Tickets are $30 and available for purchase online in advance at www.perthunionlibrary.ca/library-after-dark or at the door.