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Today, members of the Town’s Urban Forest/River Corridor Committee and staff celebrated the 13th annual National Tree Day by planting an Autumn Blaze tree in Dunham Park. National Tree Day is a day for Canadians to celebrate trees, take action on climate change, and connect with nature. For a number of years, the Town of … Read more

WHEREAS Breast Cancer Awareness Month is recognized annually in October, serving as a time to educate, support, and raise awareness about prevention, early detection, and treatment;  and WHEREAS we honor and remember those who have battled breast cancer, celebrate survivors, and stand in solidarity with those currently battling this challenging disease; and WHEREAS early detection … Read more

WHEREAS a circular economy is a way of designing, producing, and consuming that reduces waste and makes the most of the resources we have. It encourages us to rethink our systems and economies so that human activity supports the health of natural systems.  A circular economy challenges us to take less, to use better, and … Read more

Whereas, in 2021, the federal government passed legislation making September 30th a national statutory holiday to commemorate the tragic legacy of residential schools in Canada; and  Whereas, the establishment of a national holiday is in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Calls to Action; and   Whereas, the date coincides with Orange Shirt … Read more

The Public Works Department is anticipating the following construction activities next week. Please keep in mind the supply of materials, availability of staff and weather can adversely impact the proposed schedule. Library & Moore House Parking LotsResidents should be aware the parking lots will have base course asphalt applied next week, and the top lift … Read more

National Forest Week: Each year National Forest Week is celebrated across Canada by many individual governments, companies and organizations for the importance forests has played in the development of Canada and still does across the country. This years theme: Two-Eyed Seeing: Welcoming all knowledge to sustain our forests. Two-eyed seeing is a powerful perspective braiding Traditional … Read more

Library and Moore House Parking Lots The Town appreciates everyone’s patience and understanding while these two (2) lots are under construction. Residents are encouraged to utilize other municipal lots within the downtown core and on-street parking is also available on adjacent streets. Should residents need assistance accessing the Library, please call the Library at (613) … Read more

Take notice that the Council of the Town of Carleton Place will hold a public meeting at the Committee of the Whole meeting on September 24th, 2024, which commences immediately following the Council meeting which starts at 6:00 p.m., for the 2025 Fees for the Municipality including a proposal by the Chief Building Official to … Read more

The Public Works Department is anticipating the following construction activities next week: Library Parking Lot Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited will begin asphalt and concrete removals in the Library parking lot starting Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024. Please note the Library will remain open during this construction.  Please visit the Town’s website for additional information regarding accessing … Read more

The Carleton Place Town Hall (175 Bridge Street) will be closed for the Labour Day holiday on Monday, September 2nd, 2024, and will reopen with regular business hours on Tuesday, September 3rd at 8:00 a.m.