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First Avenue South Temporary Sidewalk Closure

Please be advised that a portion of the sidewalk on the west side of First Avenue South will be closed on Tuesday, September 26, and Wednesday, September 27, to accommodate site work at the Rotary Peace Park. 

Please use the sidewalk on the east side of the street during this scheduled work. Signs will be in place to support the closure. 

Thank you for your cooperation and patience as we complete the final stages of the beautiful new Rotary Peace Park.

Underwater Sanitary Main Replacement in Safety Bay

Please be advised that Moncrief Construction Limited (MCL) will be completing the replacement of an underwater sanitary main in Safety Bay from Monday, September 25 to Friday, September 29. 

Boaters should proceed with reduced speeds and caution while travelling through Safety Bay as the Contractor and their divers complete the replacement. 

We thank the public for their patience and cooperation during this reconstruction project.

Splash Park Closing for the Season

Please be advised that the last day of operation for the Rotary Splash Park will be Sunday, September 24.

City staff will begin winterizing the water features on Monday, September 25.

Thank you to Kenora Rotary Club for their ongoing support of the Splash Park.

We look forward to the re-opening in the spring of 2024.

Utility Services During Power Outage on October 1, 2023

Please be advised that Synergy North has scheduled a city-wide power outage on Sunday, October 1, 2023, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The power outage will impact City Utility Services as follows: 

Water and Wastewater

• The City’s Water and Wastewater Systems will remain active but on reduced standby power. Customers may notice reduced flow and water pressure during the outage. Please limit all water usage as much as possible, including showers and baths, clothes washing, dishwashing, and flushing...

Residents Urged to Participate in Test Your Smoke Alarm Day

The City of Kenora Fire and Emergency Service is proud to announce its participation in “Saved by the Beep”, Ontario's first Test Your Smoke Alarm Day scheduled for Thursday, September 28th! This initiative aims to raise awareness about the vital role that smoke alarms play in keeping residents safe during a fire emergency. 

Last year there were 133 fire fatalities in the province. Fires can occur unexpectedly and can devastate homes and endanger lives within minutes. Properly working smoke...