Town Projects

Project Overview

The Youth Arena Feasibility Study, phase 1 has been completed. Nustadia Recreation provided a number of options for consideration to Council, and Council supported, in principle, exploring Option 1B.  Staff have been provided direction to explore potential partnerships and funding opportunities for this regional recreation facility. 

Supporting Documents

Smiths Falls Youth Arena Feasibility Study - Draft Final

Public Engagement

• A community open house took place at the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre on January 29, 2025.
• A feasibility study survey was available in February 2025.

Estimated Completion

Project Contact

Stephanie Clark
Director of Community Service
Phone: 613-283-4124  Ext. 6101
Email: sclark@smithsfalls.ca 

Project Overview

The Town of Smiths Falls is undertaking a comprehensive redesign of Lower Reach Park to enhance its recreational offerings and better serve the community. This initiative is part of a broader effort to modernize parks and recreation facilities across the town.

Supporting Documents

Public Engagement

• A public engagement session was held at the Smiths Falls Community Centre on November 4, 2024. 
• A public engagement session was held at the Smiths Falls Community Centre on February 19, 2025.
• A public survey was available in February 2025.

Estimated Completion

Fotenn Consultants provided us with a conceptual master plan for Lower Reach Park. Over the next ten years, subject to annual budget approval, staff will work to revitalize our community’s premiere park and play space. The first step is to build a new parking lot, allowing revitalization along the shoreline; construction will commence in 2026.

Project Contact

Stephanie Clark
Director of Community Service
Phone: 613-283-4124  Ext. 6101
Email: sclark@smithsfalls.ca 

Project Overview

A Heritage Conservation District is a planning process used in Ontario to identify and evaluate areas with cultural heritage value or interest. The study looks at a neighbourhood’s historic buildings, streetscapes, and overall character to determine whether it should be designated as a Heritage Conservation District under the Ontario Heritage Act. The goal is to understand what makes the area special and how those features can be conserved over time. The Town is undertaking this study to help guide future growth and change, protect valued heritage assets, and ensure that development respects the community’s historic character while allowing it to evolve.

Supporting Documents

Notice of Passing of Heritage Conservation District Designation By-law

By-law No. 10666-2026 - By-law Designating the Downtown Smiths Falls Heritage Conservation District and Approving the Finalized Plan 

Draft Downtown Smiths Falls Heritage Conservation District Plan

Smiths Falls Downtown Area Heritage Conservation District Study

Public Engagement

• An open house was held at the Town Hall Welcome Centre on November 7, 2024.
• An open house was held at the Town Hall Welcome Centre on March 6, 2025.
• A survey was available to the public in September 2025.
• An open house was held in the Council Chambers on September 18, 2025.
• A public meeting was held in the Council Chambers on December 15, 2025.

Estimated Completion Date

April 2026

Project Contact

Karl Grenke
Manager of Development Services
613-283-4124 ext. 1116
kgrenke@smithsfalls.ca

Project Overview

The Town of Smiths Falls is currently engaged in creating a New Official Plan while simultaneously creating a new Transportation Master Plan (TMP). Dillon Consulting has been retained to work with the Town and Stakeholders to define how the Town will grow and develop in the next 25 years and determine the best investments the Town can make in transportation infrastructure with a continued focus on sustainable transportation options.

Supporting Documents

The Draft of the New Official Plan is now available for review at this link: Draft New Official Plan.  

The accompanying map is available at this link:  Schedule A -  Land Use

Public Engagement

• An Open House at Town Hall took place on September 10, 2025.
• A World Cafe Open House at the Youth Arena Hall took place on October 10, 2025.

Estimated Completion Date

Spring 2026

Project Contact

Karl Grenke, MCIP, RPP
Senior Planner
Phone: 613-283-4124 Ext. 1116
Email: kgrenke@smithsfalls.ca

Project Overview

Supporting Documents

Public Engagement

Estimated Completion

Project Contact

Paul McMunn
Director of Public Works
Phone: 613-283-4124 Ext. 
Email: pmcmunn@smithsfalls.ca 

Project Overview

The Town of Smiths Falls is undertaking Phase 1 of the Trunk Watermain and Sewer Separation Project to support the long-term servicing needs of the community and improve municipal infrastructure.

This project; being the first of three phases, includes sanitary sewer repairs on Rideau Avenue South, the construction of a new trunk watermain connecting the elevated water storage tank located at 12 Air Care Drive to the existing trunk watermain on Rideau Avenue South, the construction of a distribution watermain to service properties on Lorne Street, the construction of a multi-use pathway connecting Air Care Drive to Lorne Street, and the full reconstruction of Lorne Street in Smiths Falls.

The project is intended to improve the reliability and performance of the Town’s water and wastewater infrastructure while supporting future growth, active transportation, and long-term service delivery needs.

Supporting Documents

None.

Public Engagement

Project updates and notices related to construction activities, traffic impacts, and potential service disruptions will be provided as required throughout the project.

Residents with questions or comments regarding the project are encouraged to contact the Town using the information provided below.

Estimated Completion

Construction of the Trunk Watermain and Sewer Separation Phas1 Project is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2026.

Project timelines are subject to change based on construction progress, weather conditions, material availability, approvals, and other project-related factors.

Project Contact

Paul McMunn
Director of Public Works & Utilities
Phone: 613-283-4124 Ext. 1152
Email: pmcmunn@smithsfalls.ca

Project Overview

The Corporation of the Town of Smiths Falls is constructing a new Public Works Operations Centre to support the long-term operational needs of the municipality. Following significant fire damage to the existing Public Works Garage in February 2025, Councils previous direction to advance to design for a modern and functional replacement facility solidified this project as a priority for the Town. Capital funds were allocated for the construction of the facility during 2026 Capital budget deliberations.

The new Operations Centre will support Public Works services including roads, fleet maintenance, equipment storage, and winter maintenance activities. The facility will also house offices for Engineering and Public Works staff. The facility is intended to improve operational efficiency, workplace safety, and overall service delivery while providing adequate space for staff, equipment, and future growth.

The project includes the construction of a new operations building and associated site works designed to meet the Town’s current and long-term operational requirements.

Supporting Documents

None

Public Engagement

Residents with questions or comments regarding the project are encouraged to contact the Town using the information provided below.

Estimated Completion

Construction of the new Public Works Operations Centre is anticipated to be completed in Fall 2027.

Project timelines are subject to change based on construction progress, weather conditions, material availability, and other project related factors.

Project Contact

Paul McMunn
Director of Public Works & Utilities
Phone: 613-283-4124 Ext. 1152
Email: pmcmunn@smithsfalls.ca