Media Release: Confederation Bridge Update

The Town of Smiths Falls is pleased to announce that StructureCraft will be lifting the new Timber Bridge into place on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.

Using a 450-ton crane, StructureCraft will hoist the preassembled Timber Bridge onto the new concrete abutments beginning at approximately 11:00 a.m. Residents are welcome to attend outside of the perimeter construction fencing to witness this monumental occasion as this new landmark begins to take shape in Smiths Falls.

At this stage, the bridge is...

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RVCA Watershed Conditions Statement - October 10, 2025

OCTOBER 10, 2025 - Due to persistent rainfall deficits, diminished baseflows and above average temperatures, the Rideau Valley Water Response Team is maintaining a Level-3 Low Water Advisory for the Rideau Valley Watershed after officials met to discuss conditions.

For further information, please visit: UPDATE: Level 3 Low Water Advisory for the Rideau Valley Watershed

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World Mental Health Day 2025

WHEREAS World Mental Health Day serves as a powerful reminder that there is no health without mental health; and

WHEREAS this years' campaign focuses on the urgent need to support the mental health and psychosocial needs of people affected by humanitarian emergencies; and

WHEREAS crises such as natural disasters, conflicts, and public health emergencies cause emotional distress, with one in five individuals experiencing a mental health condition; and

WHEREAS supporting the mental well-being of...

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Water Billing Notice - October 8, 2025

Stay Connected – Sign Up for E-Billing Today! With the ongoing Canada Post strike, the Town wants to ensure you continue receiving your water bills quickly and securely. Please note that bills will not be hand-delivered during the strike. We encourage all residents to sign up for e-billing — a fast, convenient, and environmentally friendly way to receive your statements directly by email. How to Sign Up Visit smithsfalls.ca/e-billing to register. You’ll need your PIN # for both water and property...

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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...

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