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Celebrate the Grand Opening of the Updated Central Community Club

The City of Kenora, in partnership with the Central Community Club Board, warmly invites all residents and their families to the Grand Opening of the updated Central Community Club, located at 730 First Street South, on November 8, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. This exciting, family-friendly event promises a delightful evening packed with fun, engaging activities and a chance to connect with your neighbours. 

The celebration will begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and welcoming remarks from Mayor...

Portage Bay Closure Following Detailed Condition Assessment

The Portage Bay Bridge is closed until further notice after a thorough conditional assessment found the bridge no longer safe for vehicle or pedestrian access.

The City advises that this closure is expected to be longer-term as we work towards necessary repairs.

During the week of October 21, the Portage Bay Bridge underwent a thorough conditional assessment conducted by a third-party engineer. The City undertakes regular assessments of its bridges on a schedule.

The preliminary results from this...

Third Street North Area Water Services Interruption

Please be advised that there will be a temporary water services interruption on Tuesday, October 29, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for customers in the areas of Third Street North, Fourth Street North, and Fifth Street North between Main Street North and Matheson Street North. 

See the service area noted in the map. Affected residents include:

• 202, 210, 214, 216 Third Street North
• 307 and 415 Main Street North
• 200 to 312 Fourth Street North
• 318, 319, 325, 414, 415, and 419 Matheson Street North
• 204 to 329...

Portage Bay Bridge Closure Continues for Assessment and Repair Works

Please be advised that Portage Bay Bridge will remain closed to all vehicles and pedestrians while the bridge assessment work continues. An update on the closure status will be provided next week. 

Motorists are advised to continue following the detour routes. 

The streetlights remain 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.

2025 Budget Overview, Understanding Kenora’s Financial Landscape

As we approach budget discussions for 2025, it is important for the community to have insight regarding recent revenue trends, taxation rates, inflation, operating costs, and the challenges we anticipate in the coming year. As Council prepares to review the initial draft of the 2025 Budget overview on October 29, 2024, it is important for the public to understand the financial challenges and decisions that will need to be made.

Did you know?

The City of Kenora manages and maintains 21 bridges,...