Amanda Charania WHEREAS Earth Day reminds us of our shared responsibility to protect the natural environment and preserve the planet for future generations; and WHEREAS the Town of Carleton Place is committed to sustainability, environmental stewardship, and reducing our collective impact on the environment through thoughtful policies and community action; and WHEREAS protecting our air, water, forests, … Read more
WHEREAS Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement and impacts more than 110,000 Canadians and their families, each with their own unique story; and WHEREAS April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month—a time to amplify the voices of people living with Parkinson’s, shed light on the realities of Parkinson’s across Canada, and challenge misconceptions … Read more
WHEREAS on April 9, 1917, Canadian forces achieved a remarkable victory at the Battle of Vimy Ridge during the First World War, marking a pivotal moment in our nation’s military history; and WHEREAS all four divisions of the Canadian Corps fought together for the first time at Vimy Ridge, demonstrating the strength, courage, and unity … Read more
A romantic adventure movie for the Lifetime Network titled ‘When I Said I Do’ will be filming in Carleton Place tomorrow, Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026. Filming will occur as follows: Note: There will be intermittent pedestrian stoppages for these Walk and Talks. Note: There will be intermittent traffic stoppages on Bridge Street. OPP will be on site. … Read more
WHEREAS World Down Syndrome Day is observed annually on March 21st, a date chosen to represent the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome; and WHEREAS individuals with Down syndrome are valued members of our community who enrich our lives through their unique perspectives, talents, and contributions; and WHEREAS World Down Syndrome … Read more
Youth swims are for ages 12 to 17 years. All swimmers need to pre-book their spot by calling the pool, even up to the day of the event. Friday, February 27th, 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sponsored by Corcann Friday, March 13th, 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Love 4 Reesie Foundation Friday, … Read more
As planning for the 2026 Road Reconstruction and Overlay Project is gearing up, we wanted to acknowledge a Federal funding stream that helps significantly offset the cost of undertaking this work. The Town received the following Federal funding under the Canada Community Building Fund (CCBF), which is a stable, predictable, and indexed source of funding … Read more
WHEREAS Pink Shirt Day is an annual anti-bullying campaign that began in Nova Scotia in 2007 when students stood up against bullying by wearing pink shirts in solidarity; and WHEREAS bullying has serious and lasting impacts on the mental health, well-being, and safety of children and youth in our communities; and WHEREAS the Town of … Read more
WHEREAS Lunar New Year, also known as Spring Festival, is one of the most significant cultural celebrations observed by billions of people around the world; and WHEREAS the Year of the Horse symbolizes energy, freedom, and optimism, and is a time for families to gather, honor their ancestors, and welcome prosperity for the year ahead; … Read more
WHEREAS International Women’s Day is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women throughout history and around the world; and WHEREAS the 2026 theme of International Women’s Day is ‘Give to Gain’ which encourages a mindset of generosity and collaboration, emphasizing the power of reciprocity and support; and WHEREAS ‘Give … Read more
