Media Release: Drinking Water Update (October 2, 2025)

This release serves as a follow-up to the Town’s September 19 media release regarding the compost site located at 3514 County Road 43. The Town of Smiths Falls is once again reaffirming to residents that the community’s drinking water is safe and remains in full compliance with provincial standards.

On September 11, 2025, the Town received formal approval from the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) for an updated Environmental Compliance Approval (ECA) for the municipal...

Read more

Seniors for Climate Day 2025

WHEREAS Seniors for Climate is a nationwide mobilization calling for urgent action to address the climate crisis and support a livable future for our children and grandchildren.

WHEREAS along with our children and grandchildren, we face a climate emergency and are witnessing the degradation of the natural environment, loss of biodiversity, mass extinction, deadly heat waves, wildfires, floods,
and violent, destructive storms.

WHEREAS we must reduce carbon emission for a livable future and need...

Read more

Media Release: Fire Prevention Week 2025

Did you know most of the electronics we use in our homes every day — smartphones, tablets, power and lawn tools, laptops, e-cigarettes, headphones, and toys, to name just a few — are powered by lithium-ion batteries. In fact, most everything that’s rechargeable uses this type of battery.

If not used correctly or if damaged, lithium-ion batteries can overheat, start a fire, or even explode. To reduce these risks, look around your home — it’s important to know which devices are powered by them....

Read more

Media Release: Drinking Water Update (September 19 2025)

*Update: September 29, 2025

Reports associated with the below release:

1 -ECA Certificate - 09-11-25 - SF Compost Site

2 -Design & Operations Report - SF Compost Site

3 -Hydrogeological Assessment - SF Compost Site

4 -Stormwater Management Report - SF Compost Site

5 a) -SLT Work Plan – Environmental Assessment - SF Compost Site

5 b) -SLT Report No. 25C177 – Environmental Assessment – Update - SF Compost Site

___________________________________________________________________

The Town of Smiths Falls is...

Read more

Media Release - Celebrate Fall at the Heritage House Museum

The Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum is welcoming the season with a celebration of all things autumn. From family-friendly activities to cultural programs and seasonal traditions, the museum will be hosting a variety of fall events that highlight the beauty, history, and community spirit of Smiths Falls.

Fall Fest
On October 5, from 11 AM to 2 PM, the museum hosts Fall Fest! Spend some time outdoors in the changing colours, and celebrate the season with family friendly activities, community bbq...

Read more