WHEREAS National Volunteer Week, from April 27 to May 3, 2025, celebrates the generosity and dedication of volunteers who contribute their time, skills, and energy to support and strengthen our community; and WHEREAS the theme for 2025 is Volunteers Make Waves, which highlights the power, impact and importance of individual and collective volunteer efforts across Canada; … Read more
WHEREAS April 9 marks Vimy Ridge Day, a time to honor and remember the bravery and sacrifice of Canadian soldiers who fought during the Battle of Vimy Ridge in 1917; and WHEREAS the Battle of Vimy Ridge is a defining moment in Canadian history, symbolizing unity, courage, and national pride; and WHEREAS the Town of … Read more
Residents must use the Town’s new online ordering system to purchase trees. Please use this link to make your purchase: https://online.carletonplace.ca/bare-root-trees To ensure the Town of Carleton Place’s tree population is maintained and enhanced for years to come, we are making trees available to Town of Carleton Place residents at a subsidized rate. For $25.00, a … Read more
Environment Canada’s Freezing Rain Warning is still in effect. Freezing rain is forecast to continue until early this evening. Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas. Slow down when driving in slippery conditions. Watch for taillights ahead and maintain a safe following distance. Beware of branches or electrical wires that could break … Read more
Environment Canada has issued a Snowfall Warning and a Special Weather Statement for this weekend. Significant snowfall is expected tonight (Friday, March 28th) into Saturday with accumulations of 10 to 20cm. The snow may become mixed with ice pellets at times for some areas overnight. Snow and ice pellets will become lighter Saturday morning, but … Read more
The Town would like to advise residents that the blasting permit for Coleman Central Phase 2, which was issued in December of 2024, has been granted an extension. Blasting is scheduled to commence on April 14th, 2025, and is expected to last three (3) months. We appreciate your patience and understanding while this work is … Read more
The Public Works Department would like advise residents that we are currently undertaking maintenance on the watermain exiting the water treatment plant, which may cause discolouration in the drinking water. Should you experience a discolouration in your drinking water, please allow your cold water taps to run for approximately 20 to 30 minutes or until clear.
Starting today, Wednesday, March 26th, 2025, Mill Street, between the back bridges, will be reduced to a single lane, with traffic control personnel on site. This closure is expected to last for approximately three (3) days and is necessary to provide gas service to the McArthur Island development. Traffic will be diverted to the newly … Read more
WHEREAS April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness about Parkinson’s disease and supporting individuals living with the condition, along with their families and caregivers; and WHEREAS Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects more than 100,000 Canadians and their quality of life; and WHEREAS the Town of Carleton Place recognizes the … Read more
WHEREAS March 21 is recognized globally as World Down Syndrome Day to raise awareness and celebrate the lives, contributions, and rights of people with Down syndrome; and WHEREAS the date, 3/21, symbolizes the triplication of the 21st chromosome, which causes Down syndrome; and WHEREAS the Town of Carleton Place is committed to promoting inclusivity, understanding, … Read more
