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Kenora Dog Park Large Dog Area Open Now

Please be advised that following the repair of the watermain break and partial installation of fencing at the Kenora Dog Park, the large dog portion only is open now.

The small dog portion remains closed as we wait for new fencing to be installed to secure that section.

Thank you for your patience as we work to prepare the Dog Park for all dogs to safely enjoy the off-leash space.

City Announces Expropriation of Historic Kenricia Hotel to Support Downtown Revitalization

The City announces, on today’s date, July 24, 2025, that it is proceeding with the expropriation of the historic Kenricia Hotel as part of its efforts to revitalize Kenora’s downtown core. This initiative aims to create a vibrant, inclusive, and thriving community space for residents and visitors alike. 

The City is dedicated to revitalizing Kenora’s downtown and understands that preserving this historic building, which is an iconic feature of Kenora’s skyline, is essential for our community’s...

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory Rescind Notice

Please be advised that the Precautionary Boil Water Advisory issued on July 17, 2025, has been rescinded for all persons consuming water from the City of Kenora water distribution system from the following locations: 

• All residents North of the Canadian Pacific Railway tracks
• 1506, 1507, 1510, 1511, 1512, 1518, 1537, 1629, 1633, 1702, 1705, 1706, 1708, 1712, 1713, 1714, 1716, 1719, and 1723 Railway Street
• 512 Nineteenth Avenue North
• Evergreen and Crawford Road Water Stations

The precautionary boil...

Water Services Line Hazard in Golf Course Bay

Please be advised that a water services line has surfaced in Golf Course Bay near Anicinabe Park docks, causing a floating hazard.

Boat operators are advised to stay clear of the area where the water services line is floating as indicated in green on the map.

Please use caution when navigating Golf Course Bay and follow the boat speed limit or Vessel Operation Restriction Regulation (VORR) of 10 km/hr for Golf Course Bay.

We thank boat operators for their cooperation and for prioritizing safety on...

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory North of the Canadian Pacific Railway and Railway Street

Please be advised a Precautionary Boil Water Advisory has been issued to all persons consuming water from the City of Kenora water distribution system from the following locations: 

• All residents North of the Canadian Pacific Railway tracks
• 1506, 1507, 1510, 1511, 1512, 1518, 1537, 1629, 1633, 1702, 1705, 1706, 1708, 1712, 1713, 1714, 1716, 1719, and 1723 Railway Street
• 512 Nineteenth Avenue North
• Evergreen and Crawford Road Water Stations

Due to repairs/upgrades the safety of the drinking...