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Rabbit Lake Road Community Safety Zone Extended

Please be advised that the Community Safety Zone on Rabbit Lake Road has been extended, and the speed limit has been reduced, from Valley Drive heading west on Rabbit Lake Road for 2.3 kilometers. 

The speed limit within the Community Safety Zone is 40 kilometers per hour.  

Signs are posted alerting motorists of the new speed limit in the area. 

Due to the narrow road and limited shoulder space, the Community Safety Zone is designed to promote safe road use for both pedestrians and motorists. This...

Keewatin Seasonal Water Service Shut-off

Please be advised that beginning on Monday, October 21, we will start the process of turning off water service to seasonal customers in Keewatin. 

This work is weather-dependent. The shut-off process could start earlier if there are freezing temperatures. 

We appreciate your understanding during this seasonal maintenance and anticipate resuming the water service as usual next spring.

Portage Bay Bridge Closure

Please be advised that detailed assessment and repair works will take place on the Portage Bay Bridge from Monday, October 21, to Friday, October 25. 

The bridge will be closed to all traffic and pedestrians. Motorists are advised to follow the detour routes in place. 

The streetlights will be turned off along the bridge and the south shoreline. 

Thank you for your patience during this infrastructure work and attention to those working on the bridge.

City Wins 2024 Marketing Canada Award

The City’s Economic Development and Tourism Department is excited to announce that it has won a Marketing Canada Award. The Economic Developers Association of Canada (EDAC) revealed the winners of the 2024 Marketing Canada awards at its annual conference hosted September 30 to October 3 in Edmonton, Alberta. 

The City’s Winter Banner project was recognized under the category of Promotional Item which highlights unique pieces created specifically to promote or reinforce business/tourism themes,...

Seasonal Washroom Closures

Please be advised that the seasonal washroom locations will be closing for the season on Tuesday, October 15. This closure date permits time to winterize and close the various facilities for the season, ensuring they are in ready to reopen in the spring. The water at the dog park will be turned off also. 

Washroom facilities are available at the self-cleaning washroom on Chipman Street and the Thistle Pavilion at the Harbourfront, which are open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 

We thank you for...