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Lanark County Harvest Festival Returns September 13th, 2026
Friday, 04 September 2026
For immediate release Sept 4, 2026 Lanark County Harvest Festival Returns September 13th, 2026 Perth, ON – Residents and visitors are invited to celebrate the best of Lanark County's agricultural heritage, local food and rural traditions at the Lanark County Harvest Festival on Sunday, September 13, 2026, from 11 am…
Upcoming CoW Meeting - September 8, 2026
Friday, 04 September 2026
A Committee of the Whole meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Link Committee of the Whole Agenda For further information contact: Janie Laidlaw, Clerk613-267-6500 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Addressing effects of homelessness in communities - The following is part of a three-part series about homelessness in Lanark County.
Monday, 31 August 2026
For immediate release Aug. 26, 2026 Addressing effects of homelessness in communities The following is part of a three-part series about homelessness in Lanark County. As homelessness continues to increase in rural communities, the effects can be wide reaching. In a “State of Homelessness” report to Lanark County Council in…
Join Lanark County for a Homelessness Conversation
Tuesday, 25 August 2026
Join Lanark County for a Homelessness Conversation event in Carleton Place on Monday, Aug. 31, 6 p.m. The event is anticipated to be approximately one hour in length, and will feature a short panel discussion with local service providers. The location is Carleton Place Arena (upstairs) 75 Neelin Street, Carleton…
D/NE Community Ad – August 2026
Tuesday, 25 August 2026
D/NE Community Ad – August 2026 Public Notices:Council/Committee of the Whole September 8th 3:00pmCouncil/Committee of the Whole September 22nd 3:00pm Closures: The Municipal Office and Code Road Landfill will be CLOSED on Monday September 7th for Labour Day. There are no changes to the schedule for curbside collection due…
How is homelessness changing in Lanark County?
Monday, 24 August 2026
For immediate release Aug. 24, 2026 How is homelessness changing in Lanark County? The following is part of a three-part series about homelessness in Lanark County. Homelessness has been increasing in Lanark County and across Ontario, particularly in rural Ontario. It is evolving, with visible homelessness becoming more apparent. Homelessness…
Warden’s Golf Tournament supports Active Kids, Bright Futures Program
Monday, 24 August 2026
For immediate release Aug. 24, 2026 Warden’s Golf Tournament supports Active Kids, Bright Futures Program The 2026 Lanark County Warden’s Golf Tournament on Aug. 14 was a great success, with 138 golfers participating and approximately $13,515 raised for the new Active Kids, Bright Futures initiative. The program, proposed by Warden…
Upcoming Council Meeting - August 25, 2026
Friday, 21 August 2026
A Council meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 25, 2026. Links Council Agenda For further information contact:Janie Laildaw, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
2026 Municipal Election – Nomination Day
Monday, 17 August 2026
2026 Municipal Election – Nomination Day Nominations are being accepted by appointment until 2pm on Friday, August 21, 2026. Please contact the Clerk, Janie Laidlaw to make an appointment to file your Nomination Papers.Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone: 613-267-6500 ext 251 An unofficial list of Candidates is available on the Township’s…
Rainy summer leads to elevated flows, water levels across the Rideau Valley watershed
Monday, 10 August 2026
August 10, 2026 (WCS – R06/2026) The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority (RVCA) is issuing a Water Safety Statement advising recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, parents and pet owners to exercise caution near waterways. Water levels and flows remain elevated across portions of the Rideau Valley Watershed following recent…