Mayor Proclaims April 22nd, 2024 as Earth Day

PROCLAMATION
EARTH DAY WHEREAS Earth Day was initially celebrated on April 22, 1970, marking the inception of the environmental movement and has since evolved into the largest participatory environmental movement on the planet; and  WHEREAS with urban areas set to become home to two-thirds of the world population by 2050 and as climate change is being observed and experienced, municipalities find themselves at the frontline of the battle against climate change; and  WHEREAS Earth Day is a key time to...

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Mini Forest Coming to Corbett Park!

To help celebrate their 35th Anniversary, the Rideau Environmental Action League, in partnership with the Town of Smiths Falls is bringing a mini forest to Smiths Falls in 2024. The mini forest will be located at Corbett/Hyland Park, the greenspace between Empress, Sussex, Elgin and Chambers Street, with the planting of 300 trees and shrubs which will take place this fall.

A mini forest — also known as a micro forest or tiny forest — is a community of native trees and shrubs planted tightly...

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Fire Department Bidding Opportunities

The Smiths Falls Fire Department will be accepting submissions until 2:00 PM on Monday, April 29, 2024 for the following Request for Quotations:

Request For Quotation - Positive pressure fans with Integrated Battery and Fold Design

Request for Quotation - Turnout Gear Specification

For further information, please contact Paul Bisonette, Lieutenant at 613-283-5869 Ext. 1301 or pbisonette@smithsfalls.ca 

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SF Local Subscription Boxes

The Smiths Falls & District Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Town of Smiths Falls and the Downtown Smiths Falls Business Association, is excited to announce the return of the award-winning SF Local Subscription Boxes, now better than ever! Just in time for Mother's Day, these curated boxes offer the perfect opportunity to celebrate local craftsmanship while treating yourself or a loved one to a truly memorable experience.

“Our SF Local Subscription Boxes aren't just full of amazing...

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Town Reminds Residents of Solar Eclipse Safety

Town of Smiths Falls Reminds Residents of Solar Eclipse Safety

On Monday, April 8, 2024, the Moon’s orbit will position it directly between the Earth and the Sun, causing a solar eclipse. While other areas will experience a total eclipse (which will result in darkness in the daytime), this will not be the case in Smiths Falls. To view a Map of the path of totality, please visit the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit website.

Staring at the Sun without protection, may cause damage to...

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