Pride Month 2024

WHEREAS The Town of Smiths Falls supports the rights of every citizen to experience equality and freedom from discrimination and accepts and welcomes people of diverse backgrounds and believes a diverse population leads to a more vibrant community; and 

WHEREAS all people regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic characteristics or disability have the right to be treated on the basis of...

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National Accessibility Week 2024

WHEREAS, throughout Canada, in each year the week starting on the last Sunday in May is to be known as National Accessibility Week and is an opportunity to promote inclusion and accessibility in our communities and workplaces, to celebrate our progress and to be inspired to further break down accessibility barriers; and

WHEREAS, many Ontarians live with some form of a disability and as a result there is a need for greater awareness, enhanced service delivery and opportunities for persons with...

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Spirit of the Drum Powwow Cancelled for 2024

The powwow was imagined by the Indigenous Studies program at Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute with the objective of educating and sharing First Nations culture with youth and the community.  The event is in partnership with the Town of Smiths Falls, and an indigenous advisor from Pikwakanagan First Nations Reserve.   Students worked through-out the year to develop art installations and historical exhibits, showcased on Duck Island, which identified issues central to the history of...

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New Online Marriage Application Process

Included in 35 participating municipalities across Ontario, the Town now offers an online marriage application process for soon-to-be married couples. This pilot program brought together by the province is being introduced through a phased-in implementation, with province-wide expansion targeted by early 2025.

“This latest expansion of our Online Marriage Licence Application will make it easier and more convenient for Ontario couples to get married than ever before,” said Todd McCarthy, Minister...

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George Street Reconstruction Update - May 2024

The reconstruction of George Street, between Strathcona Street and William Street West has been awarded to Campbell’s Trucking Ltd. Works commenced on May 21, 2024, and are anticipated to be completed this fall. The works will include the full reconstruction of the roadway including replacement of the water distribution system (including watermain, hydrants, valves, services to property line), removal of the combined sewer system and replacement with a new sanitary and storm sewer collection...

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