News and Notices

The City's recreation department is excited to announce that the Lane Pool will be staying open for one more week before closing for the summer.

Please be advised that the Matheson Street bridge will be closed to all traffic and pedestrians on Monday, June 29, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Hydro One will be replacing poles and requires a planned power outage in our community on June 25, from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Please be advised that a section of First Street North at Matheson Street North will be reduced to a single lane on Friday, June 26, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to remove a hazardous tree.

Please be advised that Norman Park beach will be temporarily closed from Monday, June 22 to Wednesday, June 24 to allow for the installation of Hoopla Island.

Join us as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, which celebrates beautiful, simple, and seasonal cooking with 85 recipes adapted from India and Sri Lanka’s best family spice farms.

Notice is hereby given that Council of the Corporation of the City of Kenora proposes, at its meeting to be held July 21 at 5:00 p.m., to consider a By-law to Stop Up, Close, Surplus and Sell a portion of an undeveloped road allowance identified as a portion of Spence Street, Plan M35 and Sell certain lands within the municipality. 

The Muse’s Lake of the Wood Museum is to receive roof improvements this summer, with the upgrade prioritizes efforts in renewable renewable energy and green infrastructure. Access to The Muse's Lake of the Woods Museum and the Douglas Family Art Centre will continue during the construction.