2024 Heritage Symposium

The Smiths Falls Municipal Heritage Committee is proud to announce the return of its annual Heritage Symposium on Monday, October 28th, 2024 at The Station Theatre (53 Victoria Avenue) from 9 AM to 3 PM.

The Heritage Symposium focuses on expanding the local community’s knowledge of heritage preservation and the importance of heritage protection within the community. Each year’s event explores heritage preservation and conservation themes through presentations, discussion, and tours.

“The...

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Pulmonary Fibrosis Month - September 2024

PROCLAMATION
PULMONARY FIBROSIS MONTH

WHEREAS pulmonary fibrosis is a little-known, progressive, and potentially fatal lung disease that causes scarring in the lungs and shortness of breath, depriving the body of oxygen; and

WHEREAS people living with pulmonary fibrosis and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis could benefit from early diagnosis and treatment to slow down and, in some cases, stop the progression of the disease; and

WHEREAS pulmonary fibrosis affects not just individuals, but their families,...

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Big Brothers Big Sisters Month - September 2024

PROCLAMATION
Big Brothers Big Sisters Month

WHEREAS Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County is an important community organization committed to helping children and youth reach their full potential by matching them with caring, volunteer mentors; and

WHEREAS evidence-based research has shown that for every dollar invested in Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring, society gets a return of $23 dollars. In addition, youth who have a Big Brother or a Big Sisters are less likely to bully or be bullied,...

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Old Home Week Signature Event Announced

Smiths Falls Old Home Week is excited to announce a signature event as part of the upcoming festival, set to take place from August 2-9, 2025. As anticipation builds for this once-every-25-years celebration, we are thrilled to confirm that Northstar Drone Shows will be bringing an innovative and breathtaking display of visual entertainment to Smiths Falls.

On Sunday, August 3, 2025, festival-goers will be treated to a spectacular drone show, lighting up the night sky with dazzling formations and...

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Youth Arena Feasibility Study Survey

Through a third-party consulting firm (Nustadia Recreation), the Town of Smiths Falls is conducting a feasibility study concerning the future direction for the Youth Arena. The survey is anonymous, and individual responses will be kept confidential. We ask for your postal code so as to separate Smiths Falls residence versus non-residence. Thank you for helping shape the future of recreation facilities in our community!

To participate in the survey, please visit: Smiths Falls - Youth Arena...

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