September 30, 2026 WHEREAS Orange Shirt Day grew from the experience of residential school Survivor Phyllis Webstad, whose new orange shirt was taken from her on her first day at residential school; and WHEREAS the orange shirt has become a symbol of the loss of culture, freedom and self-esteem experienced by Indigenous children and affirms … Read more
October 2026 WHEREAS breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Canadian women and can affect people of all genders, as well as their families, friends, caregivers and communities; and WHEREAS approximately one in eight Canadian women is expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime; and WHEREAS increased awareness, access to … Read more
September 18, 2026 WHEREAS Big Brothers Big Sisters organizations across Canada help children and youth build meaningful, supportive relationships with caring adult mentors; and WHEREAS mentoring relationships can help young people develop confidence, resilience, social skills and a stronger sense of belonging; and WHEREAS volunteers, families, staff, donors and community partners contribute to the success … Read more
September 20–26, 2026 National Tree Day: September 23, 2026 WHEREAS forests and trees are an essential part of Canada’s natural heritage and provide habitat for wildlife, support biodiversity, protect watersheds, improve air quality, store carbon and contribute to a healthy environment; and WHEREAS forests and trees support communities and economies through recreation, tourism, employment, renewable … Read more
October 2026 WHEREAS a circular economy seeks to eliminate waste and pollution by keeping products, materials and resources in use for as long as possible and supporting the regeneration of natural systems; and WHEREAS transitioning from a linear “take-make-waste” model to a circular economy can conserve natural resources, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, protect biodiversity and … Read more
September 28, 2026 WHEREAS, between 1869 and the late 1930s and 1940s, more than 100,000 children were sent from the British Isles to Canada through child migration programs operated by charitable, religious and philanthropic organizations; and WHEREAS, many of these children were placed with Canadian families, particularly in rural communities, where they worked as farm … Read more
Construction activities anticipated for the upcoming week include the following: Public Works Yard 97 Franklin Street Civil works, including excavation, grading, and base preparation, are underway as structural steel for the new five (5) bay garage is scheduled to arrive in early September. Asphalt paving is expected to be undertaken next week. Lake Avenue West … Read more
The Carleton Place Town Hall (175 Bridge Street) will be closed for the statutory Labour Day holiday on Monday, September 7th, 2026, and will reopen with regular business hours on Tuesday, September 8th, at 8:00 a.m.
The following candidates have been declared elected by acclamation in the 2026 Carleton Place Municipal Election: MayorEdward Patrick (Toby) Randell Deputy MayorAndrew Roy Tennant As only one (1) candidate was certified for each of these offices, no vote will be required for Mayor or Deputy Mayor in the October 26, 2026, Municipal Election. Toby Randell … Read more
Take notice that the Council of the Town of Carleton Place will hold a public meeting as part of the Committee of the Whole meeting on September 22nd, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. for the proposed changes to the 2027 Building Department fees as determined by the Chief Building Official. The public meeting is required to … Read more
