News and Notices

The City of Kenora remains dedicated to continuing to provide library and senior programs to the community during the temporary closure of the Keewatin Library. 

The City of Kenora Fire and Emergency Services is calling on all residents to test their smoke alarms on September 28 as part of Test Your Smoke Alarm Day. Be prepared to be Saved by the Beep with a working smoke alarm – it is your best chance to keep you and your family safe in the event of a fire. 

Visit the Moncrief Construction Sports Centre Skatepark Saturdays in September (September 14, 21 and 28, 2024) at for an Urban Art Workshop and Mural Planning Session featuring Nereo Zorro and talented local urban artists.

The City of Kenora is excited to announce the launch of an improved transit service called "The Wave" on October 15, 2024, in partnership with service provider Via. This updated service aims to help residents and visitors seamlessly reach their desired destinations within the community. The new transit system will migrate from a conventional fixed route system to a modernized microtransit model, utilizing smaller vehicles for on-demand service.

The City of Kenora opens application intake for the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) programs in the Harbourtown Centre, Keewatin and the Former Mill Site.

The City of Kenora has appointed Dexter Hupe as Kenora Fire and Emergency Services Acting Fire Chief effective September 23, after receiving the resignation of Chief David Pratt. 

The City of Kenora is pleased to announce a significant contribution from the Municipal Accommodation Tax to the Black Sturgeon Lake Property Owners Association. In a recent gathering, Mayor Poirier and Councillor Barb Manson presented a financial contribution of $40,000 aimed at enhancing local tourism and access to some of our region’s beautiful waterways.

On June 28, the City of Kenora and Kenora Public Library Board announced that the Keewatin Library and Keewatin Senior Centre, located on Ottawa Street, will be closed until further notice due to structural issues with the roof. 

The City of Kenora is pleased to announce that Steve Woolrich has been actively engaging with the community, walking the streets, and meeting with local businesses to analyze community safety issues in the Harbourtown Centre. Woolrich is currently undertaking a three-month residency, which concludes July 31, 2024.

The City of Kenora is pleased to announce that a captivating and vibrant art display will soon appear on Kenora’s harbourfront, offering an interactive experience for locals and visitors alike.