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The Town of Smiths Falls utilizes GovDeals for the sale of surplus assets. GovDeals is an online marketplace that provides services to government, educational, and related entities for the sale of surplus assets to the public.

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The Town of Smiths Falls, in partnership with The Smiths Falls Community Theatre, is pleased to announce that they will be hosting a free Community Watch Party for the debut of the Smiths Falls Still Standing episode, on Tuesday, October 22 from 8 PM - 9 PM. Admission to the Watch Party is free, but seating is limited, so reservations are required.

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WHEREAS Circular Economy Month is Canada's public awareness campaign dedicated to educating and empowering Canadians to support an economy that delivers on the most important values of Canadians: protecting the plant and prioritizing people; and

WHEREAS since 2001, hundreds of organizations from Yellowknife to St. Johns proclaimed Waste Reduction Week in Canada and, more recently, Circular Economy Month; and

WHEREAS by making a public declaration, we are committing to take action to support our.

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The Town of Smiths Falls is inviting members of the community to a Public Open House to obtain feedback from residents and economic development stakeholders to help guide the direction of a 5-year Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) and Investment Attraction Strategic Plan.

WHO: All Community members

WHAT: Public Community Engagement Session for the BR&E and Investment Attraction Strategic Plan

WHEN: Monday, October 21, 2024

6:00 – 7:30 PM

WHERE: Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre (upstairs)

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WHEREAS World Mental Health Day is October 10th ,2024; and WHEREAS this years' campaign is "Mental Health at Work; and

WHEREAS unhealthy conditions including stigma, discrimination, and exposure to risks like harassment and other poor working conditions, can pose significant risks, affecting mental health, overall quality of life and consequently participation or productivity at work; and

WHEREAS a supportive work environment fosters mental health, providing purpose and stability; and

WHEREAS..

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To commemorate this year’s Remembrance Day, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95 in partnership with the Town of Smiths Falls and the Downtown Business Association are proud to launch the Annual Veteran Banner Program that will honour and remember local veterans who willingly served or gave their lives in service to Canada and continue to stand for our freedom. 

Installation will begin on October 8^th, and the banners will be displayed until after Remembrance Day.

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The Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Rideau Artist of the Year Competition. Almost 40 area artists braved the weather on September 7^th & 8^th in this en plein air competition.

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WHEREAS October 1st is Canada's National Seniors' Day and the UN International Day of Older Persons. It is a day to recognize the accomplishments and contributions of seniors.

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The Mayor has proclaimed September 30, 2024 as Sep 26, 2024

The Town of Smiths Falls is excited to launch the 2024 “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” photo contest that aims to collect the 12 best photos of Smiths Falls for the 2025 Municipal Calendar.

The 12 photos are selected through an evaluation process by the Economic Development and Tourism department and the photographers of the 12 shots will each receive $50 in Downtown Dollars as well as photo credit in the Municipal Calendar.

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