Amanda Charania Starting this week, the Compost Yard (now located at 1 Bates Drive) will be open each Wednesday, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., until the end of August and each Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., until early November. Directions to 1 Bates Drive:• Townline Road to Industrial Avenue• Industrial Avenue to Smythe Road• Smythe Road … Read more
Jim McCready, from the Carleton Place Urban Forest River Corridor Advisory Committee, will be hosting a free webinar at 7:00 p.m. this Wednesday, April 30th, for anyone thinking about planting a tree on their property this spring. Jim will go over best practices and cover the basics like how to prepare the site, plant, stake, … Read more
Due to recent weather conditions, the Public Works Department is extending the curbside leaf collection period by one (1) week, ending on Friday, May 9th, 2025. Please place leaf bags at the curb for collection and follow these guidelines: We are appealing to residents to please be patient with Public Works staff as they do … Read more
In accordance with Section 34 and 70.2 of the Planning Act for the Amendment of the Development Permit By-law TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Carleton Place passed By-law 27-2025 on the 22nd day of April 2025, under Section 34 and 70.2 of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990. THE … Read more
For residents with homes in close proximity to the Princess Street Pumping Station and the Findlay Street Pumping Station, the Town of Carleton Place would like to advise residents we will be undertaking upgrades to both pumping stations in the coming months. As part of the construction program, crews working on behalf of Black & MacDonald … Read more
WHEREAS the 700+ museums, art galleries, and heritage sites, and the over 8000 museum workers and 16,000 volunteers contribute to Ontario’s $26 billion cultural sector; and WHEREAS museums, as trusted local organizations, create healthy and connected communities, and by ensuring all Ontarians have access to culture and heritage, inspire lifelong learning; and WHEREAS museums promote … Read more
WHEREAS Earth Day, observed annually on April 22, is a global event to promote environmental awareness and inspire actions to protect our planet for future generations; and WHEREAS the Town of Carleton Place is committed to sustainability, environmental stewardship, and fostering a healthy and resilient community; and WHEREAS the global theme for Earth Day 2025 … Read more
WHEREAS Mental Health Awareness Week highlights the importance of mental well-being and aims to reduce stigma, promote education, and encourage support for those experiencing mental health challenges; and WHEREAS the 2025 theme, “Unmasking Mental Health,” aims to encourage Canadians to look beyond the surface and see the whole person, recognizing that the heavier the stigma, … Read more
WHEREAS Emergency Preparedness Week serves as a reminder of the importance of being prepared for potential emergencies and disasters; and WHEREAS the theme “Be Prepared. Know Your Risks” and is a national awareness initiative encouraging Canadians to take action to prepare for emergencies; and WHEREAS the Town of Carleton Place is dedicated to ensuring public … Read more
WHEREAS every year, thousands of workers are killed, injured, or suffer illness as a result of work-related incidents in Canada; and WHEREAS the National Day of Mourning is observed annually on April 28 to remembering those who have lost their lives, suffered injury or illness on the job, or experienced a work-related tragedy.; and WHEREAS … Read more
