News
Investigation of Gypsy Moth Infestation
Friday, 17 July 2020
Lanark County is investigating this season’s infestation of the gypsy moth and providing information to the public. Gypsy moths are an invasive and destructive species that pose great risk to deciduous trees in Ontario. This year infestations are on the rise; factors may include extended heat, climate change and their…
Starter Company Plus - Applications Now Being Accepted
Friday, 17 July 2020
Has your business been open 5 years or less? Does the possibility of obtaining $5000 in grant funding to expand or enhance your business interest you? If so, this program may be for you. Accepting applications electronically until July 28, 2020 at 4:30pm @ This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Applications are available on their…
Perth & District Union Public Library Re-opens July 27
Thursday, 16 July 2020
On Monday, July 27th, the library will re-open to the public for the first time since March 15th. The health and safety of our patrons and staff continues to be our priority and measures including physical distancing, enhanced cleaning protocols and plexiglass barriers will be in place. As mandated by…
Summer Campaign: Lanark County Love Letter Contest Launched!
Monday, 13 July 2020
Exciting news! Ontario’s Highlands Tourism Organization (OHTO) has partnered with Lanak County to launch an exciting hyper-local marketing campaign. The Love Letter campaign is focusing on highlighting what we love about our home through video love letters. As part of the campaign, OHTO launched a Love Letter contest on July…
COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program: Applications Begin July 13
Thursday, 09 July 2020
The Government of Ontario is making $9 million available to support residential customers struggling to pay their energy bills because of COVID-19. The COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) provides a one-time, on-bill credit to eligible residential electricity and natural gas customers to help them catch up on their energy bills…
Local Health Units Announce Regional Approach to Mandatory Masks
Tuesday, 07 July 2020
Local health units announced a regional approach to mandatory masks. In Leeds, Grenville and Lanark, this Instruction will require businesses to adopt a policy to ensure facial coverings/masks are worn inside enclosed public spaces. This will come into effect July 7, at 12:01am. This is an added measure to the existing public…
Parks Canada Suspends Visitor Services along Rideau Canal
Friday, 15 May 2020
Information Bulletin SUSPENSION OF VISITOR SERVICES ALONG THE RIDEAU CANAL CONTINUES OVER VICTORIA DAY LONG WEEKEND SMITHS FALLS, ONTARIO, May 15, 2020 – Parks Canada is reminding everyone in Ontario that visitor services and vehicle access continue to be suspended at all national parks, national historic sites, heritage canals and…
Valley Heartland just announced that NEW funding will be available Friday, May 15th
Thursday, 14 May 2020
On Friday, May 15th, Valley Heartland CFDC will announce NEW Funding available through the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF) As our Chamber office has received many concerns from our businesses regarding the strict federal subsidy criteria and lack of funding for seasonal, small and sole-proprietor businesses. We are sending you this email to…
Consider the Views before Enjoying the Cottage View
Wednesday, 13 May 2020
With the nicer weather here, it is tempting to head out to a cottage. It may seem like a great place to retreat to for COVID-19 self-isolation. But before heading out, the Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit would like everyone to really think through their decision. “Consider the…
Declaration of Emergency Extended While Ontario Gradually Reopens the Economy
Tuesday, 12 May 2020
New legislation will allow for more virtual or remote transactions during COVID-19 TORONTO — The Ontario government is extending the Declaration of Emergency under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act. This additional time will ensure the province has the necessary tools and health care capacity to contain COVID-19, while gradually…