Media Releases

The Township Fire Chief, has lifted the total open-air fire ban effective immediately following a significant improvement in air quality across the Township.

Due to the current Air Quality Alert, a burn ban will take effect on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 12:00 a.m.

Effective at that time, all active burn permits will be suspended, and no new burn permits will be issued until further notice. Residential and open-air burning will not be permitted while the ban remains in effect.

Woolwich Council has made the decision to discontinue the Elmira sidewalk snow clearing program at its June 23^rd Council meeting. The decision follows a review of service performance, costs, and consistent resident feedback from the most recent winter season, which identified significant challenges with the program. These challenges included contractor performance issues, documented impacts to private property, and ongoing concerns from residents about the reliability of service.

The historic Glasgow Street South steel truss bridge in Conestogo is currently closed to vehicular traffic and will remain closed until after construction on the Scheifele Bridge on Northfield Drive is completed by the Region of Waterloo.

After many rewarding years serving Woolwich, including as your Mayor, I’ve made the difficult decision not to seek re-election and to step away from public life to spend more time with family and friends.

Woolwich is pleased to announce the return of The Woolwich Way Tourism Funding Streams for 2026, supporting initiatives that enhance visitor experiences and strengthen the local tourism sector.

The Township of Woolwich has approved the 2026 Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) allocation of funding, investing in local tourism initiatives that support economic development, enhance visitor experiences, and strengthen the Township’s position as a year-round destination.

Township of Woolwich Council has adopted the 2026 Water and Wastewater Budget, reinforcing the Township’s commitment to long-term financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, and the continued delivery of safe, reliable water and wastewater services.

Today, Enbridge Gas Ontario (Enbridge Gas) and the Woolwich Fire Department announced they are working together to improve home safety and bring fire and carbon monoxide-related deaths down to zero.

The Township of Woolwich has extended the Snow Event – Parking Ban until Friday, January 23 at 11:59 p.m.