Search
Winter Parking Regulations Begin December 1 in Orangeville
Posted on Friday, November 25, 2022 02:49 PM
The Town of Orangeville’s winter parking regulations will come into effect at 2 a.m. on December 1, to ensure snow plows are able to maintain roadways throughout the winter season.
Parking on the road during the snowy months can pose problems for snowplows, resulting in streets remaining partially or completely unplowed.
Between December 1 and March 31, parking is prohibited from 2 a.m. until 7 a.m. daily on highways and streets within the Town, and on municipal property and parking lots, unless...
Drop Off a New Unwrapped Toy at Town Hall and Help Support Local Families this Holiday Season
Posted on Friday, November 25, 2022 10:40 AM
The holidays can be a difficult time for many. The Town of Orangeville is pleased to announce we are serving as a donation location for Toys for Tots, the annual toy drive hosted by the Salvation Army New Hope Community Church.
Until December 9, drop off a new, unwrapped toy at Town Hall to help New Hope meet their goal of ensuring every family has a gift to give this holiday season.
“We have seen how hard the last few years have been on families and individuals in and around Orangeville, with more...
The Town of Orangeville Makes History in the GFOA Awards for its 2022 Budget
Posted on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 03:25 PM
The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has recognized the Town of Orangeville for its 2022 Budget, including eight distinction awards. The award recognizes significant achievements in the Town’s commitment to meet a high standard of government budgeting.
The Town is the first municipality in Canada to receive all eight distinctions at the same time.
“This award is an incredible example of the hard work of Town staff and council to create an intuitive, interactive budget that allows residents...
Remembrance Day Ceremony to be Held at Alexandra Park on November 11
Posted on Wednesday, November 02, 2022 03:53 PM
On Friday, November 11, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 233 will host its annual Remembrance Day Ceremony at Alexandra Park. Orangeville schools and residents are invited to attend the ceremony, which will be publicly held for the first time since 2019.
This year, the annual parade from the Legion will resume. The parade will begin down Broadway at 10:30 a.m. from the Legion. A rolling road closure will be implemented for the parade.
The ceremony is set to begin at Alexandra Park at 10:40...
Orangeville’s Opera House to be Part of Filming This Week
Posted on Monday, October 31, 2022 04:43 PM
A small area on Broadway will be affected this week as filming continues on the production of the Popularity Papers.
Between November 2 to 4, additional traffic can be anticipated while the film crew delivers sets and equipment. The filming is set to take place in the Opera House from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on November 3 and 4.
Here’s what to expect on filming days:
• OPP will be on site to provide traffic control as well as to manage any intermittent stoppages that could be required.
• Approximately 24...
The Town of Orangeville receives 5-Bloom Rating in 2022 Communities In Bloom Evaluations
Posted on Thursday, October 27, 2022 11:50 AM
The Town of Orangeville is excited to announce it has received a 5 Blooms - Bronze rating during the 2022 National/International Symposium and Awards Ceremonies for its participation in the Communities in Bloom Program.
A special mention was also awarded for the Bravery Garden at Bravery Park. Bravery Park celebrated its unveiling in 2021, and along with an original monument and its gardens, was created to honour Canadian soldiers.
In their evaluation, judges Larry Hall and Berta Briggs wrote their...
Town of Orangeville’s 2022 Municipal Election Certified Results
Posted on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 03:52 PM
There were 22,111 registered voters and 5,955 votes cast resulting in a 26.93% voter turnout.
The candidates listed below have been elected in the 2022 Municipal Election:
Office of Mayor
Lisa Post 2984 votes
Office of Deputy Mayor
Todd Taylor ...
Broadway Bricks to Wrap Up Ahead of Schedule
Posted on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 11:38 AM
Earlier this year, the Town of Orangeville undertook Broadway Bricks, an accessibility and infrastructure project expected to finish at the end of November. Based on the project timelines, the Town is happy to announce Broadway will return to normal as of October 31, 2022.
“We want to thank all our downtown Orangeville businesses for their co-operation throughout the construction project,” said Ray Osmond, Acting CAO. “Our contractors and project teams at the Town have worked very hard over the last...
First Progress Report Released for Orangeville’s Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Plan
Posted on Monday, October 24, 2022 09:59 AM
In order to help lead the community toward a sustainable future in a cohesive and responsible manner, in 2019 the Town of Orangevile’s Council passed the Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Plan (SNAP).
Over the past two years, the guide has been used for municipal decision-making by focusing on the Town’s important assets – natural resources, environment, and its corporate, economic, and social programs. Through the 124 actions outlined in SNAP, the Town of Orangeville is able to prioritize sustainable...
The Town of Orangeville announces support through the Government of Canada-funded My Main Street
Posted on Friday, October 14, 2022 04:01 PM
The Town of Orangeville would like to congratulate each of the following small businesses for receiving a My Main Street non-repayable funding contribution of $10,000 to support its main street business.
The following businesses were recipients:
- The Village Refillery
- Branching Out Support Services
- The Thistle & Rose Pub
- SONA Skin Studio
- The Craft Pizza Bar & Italian Kitchen
The contributions from the Local Business Accelerator program will allow each of the businesses to support findings from the...
Orangeville Public Library’s Mill Street Location to Close Temporarily for Renovations
Posted on Tuesday, October 04, 2022 04:07 PM
The Mill Street Branch of the Orangeville Public Library will close to the public beginning on October 9 for renovations to the building.
As part of the library’s commitment to providing accessible customer service, a new elevator is being built in the downtown branch. The current 1980s vintage hydraulic lift will undergo a full reconstruction to create an elevator that is AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) compliant.
“This project has been in the planning phase for years,”...
Town Hall to Be Lit Up Orange for Truth and Reconciliation Day
Posted on Thursday, September 29, 2022 12:51 PM
On September 30, the Town of Orangeville will mark the second annual Truth and Reconciliation Day. Together, we will honour those children who never returned home and the Survivors of residential schools, their families, and their communities.
“Publicly acknowledging the tragic and painful history of residential schools in Canada and recognizing the continuing impact on our Indigenous communities is a vital part of pursuing reconciliation,” said Mayor Sandy Brown. “We invite our community to...
SubscribeContact Us
Subscribe to this page