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For king and country: The story of No. 2 Construction Battalion

Learn the untold story of the first, and only, all-Black battalion in Canadian military history. In partnership with the Orangeville Public Library and Dufferin County Canadian Black Association (DCCBA), retired captain Kevin Junor brings the inspiring stories of Black veterans and their lasting impact on the nation.

Junor, who has been recognized with the Member of the Order of Military Merit (MMM), the Order of Ontario (OONT) and the Canadian Forces Decoration, speaks at the Mill Street...

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New Strategy to Guide Orangeville’s Economic Development and Culture

In May 2024, the Town of Orangeville embarked on the development of a five-year Economic Development and Culture Strategy. A four-step development process included extensive stakeholder consultation and a thorough analysis of our local community.

The final strategy was adopted by Town Council on November 18 and is built around three themes: CONNECT with Orangeville, ENHANCE Orangeville, and BUILD Orangeville. It identifies three priority focus areas and has laid out 39 specific actions to support each...

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The Town of Orangeville will observe modified hours for the holidays

Recreation and library programming will be available for those looking for family-friendly activities and fun.

The Town of Orangeville's offices, facilities and services will observe modified hours over the holidays, beginning on December 24th. 

More information on holiday programming for Orangeville Recreation and the Orangeville Public Library online. 

Holiday Hours for all areas are as follows:

• Tuesday, December 24: 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Wednesday, December 25: Closed
• Thursday December...

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Town of Orangeville Fire Services welcomes John Snider as Fire Chief

New chief will focus on aligning community safety with legislative requirements, strategic priorities and Town values and guiding principles

Following the retirement of Chief Morden, the Town of Orangeville welcomes John Snider as its new Fire Chief. Snider will don the Orangeville Fire Service’s uniform beginning January 7, 2025.

“On behalf of the Town of Orangeville, our residents and businesses, we welcome Chief John Snider to our community,” says David Smith, chief administrative officer, Town...

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Animal control services in Orangeville shifting to new provider in 2025

Ontario SPCA continues its primary role of shelter services

The Town of Orangeville will transition its animal control services to a new provider in 2025, as the Ontario SPCA Orangeville & District Animal Centre completes its contract at the end of December.

“We’ve been fortunate to have such a strong partnership with our local shelter, as they provided this essential service to the town,” said James Bramley, supervisor, Licensing and By-law Enforcement. “The Orangeville & District Animal Centre...

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2025 Town of Orangeville Budget prioritizes vital services, infrastructure management, planning

Council approves Town portion of the budget at 3.86 per cent – bringing the overall increase to 4.99 per cent

Throughout the next year, the Town of Orangeville will focus on responsible governance through future planning and the prioritization of services essential to meeting the needs of our community.

While economic pressures continue, staff carefully developed a budget that was mindful of current inflation while identifying ways to keep costs low without impacting services and priority work.

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Proposed 2025 Town of Orangeville Budget invests in public services and infrastructure management

Town-run services less than half – 2.9 per cent – of proposed 6.6 per cent increase

Planning for the future is key to responsible governance. A well-crafted budget ensures the resources are in place to deliver important public services and to meet the needs of our community.

The proposed 2025 Town of Orangeville Budget is about good fiscal management – building an affordable and sustainable budget that balances strategic priorities within the Town’s financial means. Despite economic pressures,...

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Town of Orangeville statement on Vicinity Corp Receivership

The Town of Orangeville is actively reviewing and assessing the implications of our third-party contractor Vicinity Motor Corp’s announced receivership. Earlier in 2024, we awarded a contract to Vicinity for the purchase of two transit buses with an anticipated spring 2025 delivery.

Recognizing early signs of uncertainty, staff proactively started exploring alternative solutions to mitigate risks. It is important to note that no monetary deposits were made to the contractor and there is no...

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Inspire your sense of adventure: Words the Orangeville Way presents Women Talk Travel

When it comes to travel and adventure, there are many ways to get your fix. Maybe it’s climbing aboard a train, paddling a peaceful river, or hiking to a mountaintop. Perhaps it’s walking in Paris, seeing the pyramids in Egypt, and experiencing new cultures. Or maybe that sense of adventure is satiated by cozying up in your favourite chair and reading about these adventures from others.

Regardless of what makes a perfect travel adventure for you, this year’s Words the Orangeville Way literary...

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In Their Memory: Veterans Stories Featured on Tales on the Trail in November

Every November, Canadians are encouraged to take time to learn the stories of Canadian forces personnel in remembrance of their contribution and sacrifice. This year, a unique partnership between the Orangeville Public Library and the Museum of Dufferin (MoD) brings local veteran stories to the Island Lake Conservation Area.

Throughout November, the Tales of the Trail installation will feature photographs and text about Dufferin County veterans.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for families to...

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Where would we be without recreation? Respect YOUR Rec invites community to take the Respect Pledge

How important are parks, libraries and recreation centres in making the places we live, work, or play feel like a community? The answer is they’re vital.

But when the staff, users, and spaces we rely on are treated disrespectfully, it impacts all of us, putting access to crucial services at risk. In 2024, holes in the Saputo Centre walls, flooded toilets, a trashed washroom at Rotary Park, and broken water features at the Harvey Curry Splash Pad are examples of the continued vandalism occurring...

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