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Curbside Garbage and Recycling Service

Please be advised that garbage and recycling curbside pick-up times will temporarily extend past 4:30 p.m. this week, for the following routes: 

• Tuesday – Lakeside and Jaffray Melick South of the by-pass; and
• Wednesday – Downtown and south of Ninth Street North to Laurenson Creek 

While the pick-up may be later than usual, please ensure your items are at the curbside by 8:00 a.m. on your collection day, understanding that they may sit out all day. You can take action to keep your items secure while...

Round 2 of the Active Transportation Master Plan Survey

While the City is in the process of creating its Active Transportation Master Plan, we are seeking input from residents and visitors to gather valuable insights on improving infrastructure and promoting increased walking, biking, and physical activity participation in our community.

Complete our survey for a chance to win a prize!

The online survey will remain accessible until Friday, September 20, 2024.

In addition, members of the City's Planning team and experts in Active Transportation Planning,...

Tenth Avenue and Park Street Traffic Delays

Please be advised that there will be traffic delays through the intersection of Tenth Avenue South and Park Street from Monday, August 26 to Friday, August 30, to continue the water and sewer upgrade project in this area.

Flaggers will be controlling traffic intermittently throughout the week. Motorists are reminded to obey the signs and traffic controls. Use caution when heavy equipment is working. 

Questions or concerns can be directed to Titan Contactors at 807-548-5666. 

We thank the public for...

Coker Road Reopens

The City is excited to announce that Coker Road, from Kelly Road to the east side of Rice Bay, is now open to the public.

The road was temporarily closed due to increasing water levels on Black Sturgeon Lake, specifically in Rice Bay. This closure was implemented to ensure the safety of motorists and to maintain the integrity of the road.

Thank you for your cooperation and patience. We are pleased to have Coker Road open once again.

City Unveils New Microtransit System

The City is excited to announce the launch of an improved transit service called "The Wave" on October 15, in partnership with service provider Via. This updated service aims to help residents and visitors seamlessly reach their desired destinations within the community.

The new transit system will migrate from a conventional fixed route system to a modernized microtransit model, utilizing smaller vehicles for on-demand service. Microtransit is an upgraded model of transportation that collects...