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Waterloo Region – With the recent precipitation that has been received, the Townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich are lifting the open burn ban that came into effect July 28 th , 2022.
Conditions will continue to be monitored this summer and if dry, hot weather returns, additional burn bans could be implemented without notice if the conditions warrant.
While the ban has been lifted, we ask for everyone to remain cautious, attentive, and...
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Roads and Addresses Affected: Reid Woods Drive, Woolwich from Line 86 to Third Line Dates and Times: August 8, 2022, for approximately 2 weeks Reason: Hot mix resurfacing Notes: The road will be closed (local traffic only). Emergency services access will be maintained. Please watch for signs and workers. Thank you for your patience!

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Waterloo Region – In an effort to reduce the increased fire risk caused by continuing dry and hot weather, an Open Burn Ban has been issued in the Townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich.
The ban will begin effective immediately and will remain in effect until further notice. An Open Burn refers to the burning of materials such as wood, cardboard, tree limbs, brush and or garden waste, where the flame is not wholly contained, but does not include...
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Woolwich, ON – The Township of Woolwich Economic Development and Tourism Department has launched a Businesses Retention and Expansion (BR+E) Project. The project is funded in part by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA), Wellington-Waterloo Community Futures (WWCF), and the Township of Woolwich.
In September 2021, a COVID-19 impact survey was sent to our business community to gather results on how the pandemic was impacting our businesses...
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Woolwich, ON – In January 2022, the Township of Woolwich received a $250,000 grant from the Government of Ontario’s Community Building Fund – Capital stream. This 12-month grant, delivered by the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF), supports the replacement of the ball diamond lighting at Lions Park in Elmira. The project is scheduled to be completed in 2022 and will provide Township users and local sports organizations improved lighting and playability for...
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