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Youth Photo Contest: My Community, My Lens

The City and FIREFLY invite the youth of Kenora, ages 12 to 25, to submit photographs to show what they love most about living in Kenora. 

The photographs will help contribute to the City of Kenora’s Crime Prevention and Community Well-Being (CPCWB) Advisory Committee’s understanding of what youth view as positive parts of Kenora, which will be incorporated into the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan. The Committee will feature and use some photos in future publications. 

A total of three top...

Temporary Disruption to Garbage and Recycling in Norman

Please be advised that garbage and recycling curbside pick-up was temporarily affected today in select areas of Norman due to severe weather conditions. Bad weather and fallen trees impacted electrical lines, leading to disruptions. 

The City could not complete garbage and recycling pick-ups in areas near the Norman Dam and First Avenue West while Synergy North was on the scene removing the trees. 

Service to Norman will resume on Thursday, September 5, 2024, as per the regular schedule for garbage...

Notice of Complete Application and Public Meeting D09-24-02 and D14-24-06

Notice of Complete Application and Public Meeting for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment, File Number D09-24-02 and D14-24-06 Section 17 and 34, Planning Act, R.S.O 1990

Take notice that the City of Kenora Planning Advisory Committee (PAC), who hears applications and provides recommendations to Council, will hold a regular meeting on September 18, 2024, at 6 p.m. As part of this meeting, PAC will hold an open house to consider a recommendation on a proposed Official Plan Amendment...

Garrow Park Beach Closure for Dock Installation

The City is pleased to announce that new docks will be installed at Garrow Park beach on August 28, 2024. Installation work will commence at 8 a.m. and is expected to be completed by 4 p.m.

If you plan to visit Garrow Park, please stay clear of the work zone as indicated on the map. 

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we make these valuable improvements.

Maple Street and Tenth Avenue South Road Closures

Please be advised that progress on the sewer and water upgrade project will continue on Park Street with the following road closures: 

• Maple Street from Park Street to the dead end will be closed on Tuesday, August 27, and reopening at approximately 7:00 p.m. 

• Tenth Avenue South from Park Street to the back lane will be closed starting Tuesday, August 27, until Monday, September 9.

Vehicle access and parking will not be available during this time; however, pedestrian access will be maintained.

If you...