Freecycle Weekend – June 5th-7th, 2026

Help the planet and your pocket at the same time! Reduce the number of items sent to landfill and help them find a new home. To participate in the Carleton Place Freecycle weekend, label items you wish to give away with a FREE sign and place them at the curb in front of your home on Friday, June … Read more

Seniors Month – June 2026

WHEREAS June is recognized as Seniors Month in Ontario, a time to honor and celebrate the contributions and hard work that Ontario’s older adults have done all their lives; and​ WHEREAS the 2026 provincial theme for Seniors Month is Let’s Get Moving, the Town of Carleton Place acknowledges the importance of considering older members of … Read more

Pride Season – June 2026

WHEREAS Pride Season refers to the wide range of Pride events held from June through September, when 2SLGBTQI+ communities and allies come together to spotlight resilience, celebrate talent, and recognize the many contributions of 2SLGBTQI+ individuals and communities; and WHEREAS Pride gatherings originated from the first large-scale protests for 2SLGBTQI+ rights, with Canada’s first demonstrations … Read more

National Indigenous History Month

WHEREAS the month of June is recognized across Canada as National Indigenous History Month, a time to honour and celebrate the rich histories, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples; and WHEREAS this month provides an opportunity to deepen our understanding of Indigenous cultures and the foundational role Indigenous Peoples have … Read more

National AccessAbility Week May 31 to June 6

WHEREAS the theme for National AccessAbility Week 2026 is “Building a Strong, Accessible Canada“, emphasizing collective efforts to create a barrier-free Canada; and WHEREAS National AccessAbility Week is an opportunity to recognize and promote the inclusion and contributions of persons with disabilities in our community; and WHEREAS accessibility is a fundamental right that ensures equal … Read more

Spring/Summer Newsletter

As we shake off the winter season and spend more time outdoors getting ready for summer, this newsletter is your guide for everything from upcoming important dates to municipal facilities that will help you get active outdoors, to fun events planned this summer! Summer is a time to enjoy the warmer weather while it’s here, … Read more

Household Hazardous Waste Depot Opening This Weekend

The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Depot, located at 128 Patterson Crescent, will be open each Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon, starting on May 16th, 2026. The HHW is limited to the residents of Carleton Place, Beckwith, Drummond/North Elmsley, Montague, Mississippi Mills, Smith Falls and Perth. Residents will be required to provide proof of … Read more

National Public Works Week May 17 – 23  

WHEREAS National Public Works Week recognizes the hard work and dedication of the public works professionals who maintain and enhance the quality of life in our community; and  WHEREAS this year’s theme is “Rooted in Service, Powered by Community”; and  WHEREAS these essential workers ensure the safety and functionality of roads, water systems, and more; and  WHEREAS … Read more

Personal Support Worker Day – May 19  

WHEREAS Personal Support Worker (PSW) Day recognizes the invaluable contributions of PSWs in providing care, dignity, and support to individuals in need; and  WHEREAS PSWs play a crucial role in healthcare by assisting seniors, persons with disabilities, and others requiring personal care, allowing them to live safely and comfortably; and  WHEREAS the Town of Carleton Place appreciates … Read more

Attention: Residents of O’Donovan Drive, Mississippi Shores Subdivision

RE: Mississippi Shores Apartment Block – Underground Utility Upgrades Please be advised that Thomas Cavanagh Construction Ltd. will be undertaking construction work within the municipal right-of-way in front of your property as part of utility upgrades to service the adjacent apartment block on the west side of O’Donovan Drive. This may include shallow excavations within … Read more