WHEREAS International Women’s Day is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, as well as a call to action for gender equality; and WHEREAS the theme for International Women’s Day 2025, “Empowering Change,” underscores the importance of fostering an inclusive world where women and girls have equal opportunities to … Read more
Town Hall Closed Due to the impending storm, Town Hall will be closed to the public tomorrow, Thursday, February 13th, 2025. Staff will be available through phone or email. Please see the Contact Us page on the Town’s website for a list of staff contact information. Carleton Place Childcare Centres Will Be Closed Both the … Read more
The Town is reviewing it’s Built Form Design Guidelines. This will help Carleton Place continue to grow and flourish into an amazing place to live, work and play! Built form design, also known as urban design, is the design of how people, places, and buildings appear, interact, and function. Different neighbourhoods within Carleton Place have … Read more
To make progress towards solving the housing crisis we need to build more homes at prices that Canadians can afford, faster. To do this we need to end restrictive zoning and speed up permitting, and add greater density, especially near transit and post-secondary institutions. The Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) will cut this red tape and … Read more
WHEREAS the Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is celebrated by millions of people around the world, including members of the Carleton Place community; and WHEREAS the Lunar New Year marks the beginning of a new year on the lunar calendar and is a time of renewal, reflection, and hope for the … Read more
WHEREAS Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black Canadians, past and present, who have shaped our country’s history, culture, and identity; and WHEREAS the Town of Carleton Place recognizes the importance of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our community; and WHEREAS we acknowledge the ongoing work needed … Read more
WHEREAS Local Heritage Week provides an opportunity to celebrate and raise awareness about the rich history and cultural heritage of Carleton Place; and WHEREAS the preservation and appreciation of our local heritage foster a sense of identity and pride among residents; and WHEREAS the Town of Carleton Place acknowledges the efforts of individuals, groups, and … Read more
WHEREAS February 13, 2025, marks Wear Red Canada Day, a national initiative to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death in women in Canada; and WHEREAS heart health is vital to the well-being of our community, and education on prevention, detection, and treatment can save lives; and WHEREAS wearing red … Read more
Are you concerned about the environment? Do you want to help make our community a better place? Maybe the Environmental Advisory Committee is for you. We provide recommendations and advice to the Carleton Place Town Council and staff on environmental issues and sustainable solutions. We help the Town adopt and implement policies and actions to … Read more
WHEREAS the Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is celebrated by millions of people around the world, including members of the Carleton Place community; and WHEREAS the Lunar New Year marks the beginning of a new year on the lunar calendar and is a time of renewal, reflection, and hope for the … Read more
