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First Street South and Chipman Street Sidewalk Closure

Please be advised that the sidewalks fronting the northeast corner of First Street South and Chipman Street will be closed from March 17 to August 31. 

The closure is necessary to allow for the construction of Waasegiizhig Nanaandawe’iyewigamig’s (WNHAC) new facility. 

Pedestrians are advised to use the sidewalks on the opposite side of the streets during this period.  

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

Railway Street Traffic Reduced to Single Lane

Please be advised that traffic on Railway Street from 1401 to 1629 Railway Street will be reduced to a single lane on Thursday, March 13, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for street light installations. 

Flaggers will be on-site to manage traffic flow. 

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

City Launches Backyard Composting Program

The City’s Sustainability Advisory Committee is thrilled to announce plans for an outdoor food waste diversion solution for residents in Kenora. 

As part of the City’s community-wide Sustainability Action Plan, community members expressed that composting is important and should be further explored. The Sustainability Advisory Committee has worked closely with municipal staff, partners, and the community to guide and implement projects outlined in the Sustainability Action Plan. Projects that focus...

Collective Bargaining Community Update

The City and Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 191 have been in collective bargaining aimed at achieving a renewal of the collective agreement for our 140 front-line workers. The bargaining teams have reached a tentative agreement. 

“Council is pleased that the parties were able to reach a tentative agreement. This means that our CUPE Local 191 workers will continue to deliver the day-to-day services that are important to our community. We thank both parties for their determination...

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory Rescind Notice 470 Lakeview Drive and West

Please be advised that the precautionary boil water advisory issued on February 23, 2025, has been rescinded for all persons consuming water from the City of Kenora water distribution system from the following locations: 

• 470 Lakeview Drive and west including homes and businesses in the following areas: Norman, Keewatin, Highway 17 West, and Darlington Drive

The precautionary boil water advisory is rescinded effective February 28, 2025. 

Laboratory testing of the water supply does not indicate the...