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Please be advised that beginning Friday, March 12 at 11:59 p.m., reduced load restrictions will be in effect as per the City of Kenora By-law 155-2008 and the Highway Traffic Act R.S.O. 1990, c. H. 8, Section 122.  This restriction is necessary to protect highways, streets, and roads from damage during mild, wet spring conditions.  Signs are posted on each of the impacted roads to notify motorists of the restriction.  

Visit Weight and Load Limits for a list of roads subject to...

As we spring forward one hour at 2 a.m. on March 14, Kenora Fire and Emergency Services recommends residents install new batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms when they change their clocks. 

“In order for smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to do their job, they need to have working batteries,” explained Fire Chief Todd Skene. “Once a year, old batteries should be replaced with new batteries. When you change your clocks on March 14, we want everyone to take the time to install...

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National non-profit is given the greenlight for fundraising campaign

The City is pleased to announce a process to develop its first Sustainability Action Plan is underway, which is due to be completed by the end of 2021.

City Staff and the new Sustainability Advisory Committee will work together to develop an action-orientated plan.  The early stage of the process will involve public engagement opportunities to gather information about how to build a more sustainable community.

Residents and other community partners are encouraged to get involved. There will...