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Members Required for CSWB Plan Implementation Committee

City of Kenora Council is seeking citizens interested in serving as a Member of the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Implementation Committee. 

The term of appointment is up to November 30, 2026 (at the pleasure of Council). 

The Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Implementation Committee is responsible for overseeing the execution of the recently approved Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, securing new funding, and exploring opportunities for system-wide improvements.

If you are interested...

Residents Encouraged to Be Prepared and Know the Risks During Emergency Preparedness Week

In recognition of Wildfire Preparedness Day on May 3, Kenora Fire and Emergency Services invites the community to a free BBQ at Fire Station One, located at 100 Fourteenth Street North, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. During the event our team will share recommendations about making your home and property safe from wildfires. The BBQ is provided by FireSmart™ Canada in support of Wildfire Preparedness Day. 

Following Wildfire Preparedness Day, we will also observe Emergency Preparedness Week from May 4 to...

Members Required for Committees of Council

City Council is seeking citizens interested in serving as a Member of the following: 

• Sustainability Advisory Committee
• Accessibility Advisory Committee 

The term of appointment is up to November 30, 2026 (at the pleasure of Council). 

Sustainability Advisory Committee

The role of the Sustainability Advisory Committee is to implement the City’s Sustainability Action Plan with a focus on local perspectives. The Committee develops work plans to advance recommendations in the Plan and raises awareness...

Canadian Navigable Waters Act Application

The City of Kenora hereby gives notice that an application has been added to the Minister of Transport, pursuant to the Canadian Navigable Waters Act for approval of the work described herein and its site and plans.

Pursuant to paragraph 7(2) of the said Act, The City of Kenora has deposited with the Minister of Transport, on the on-line Common Project Search Registry and under the NPP File Number 2015-400204, a description of the following work, its site, and plans:

• Bridge in, on, over, under,...

Now Accepting Special Events Grant Applications

The City of Kenora is excited to launch to the 2025 special event grant process as part of the Municipal Accommodation Tax program.

Interested organizers are encouraged to apply for funding support of up to $5,000 for events that will be hosted between June 1, 2025 and May 31, 2026.

Application forms and additional information can be found by contacting Tourism Kenora at tourism@kenora.ca or by dropping by the Lake of the Woods Discovery Centre, 931 Lakeview Drive. The deadline to apply is May 19,...