News and Notices

Please be advised that a section of First Avenue South at Matheson Street South for 60 meters will be closed to all traffic beginning Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, October 24.

Preparing for 2026 Municipal Election starts now. If you have ever thought about running for Council – now is your chance to learn more. Register for the Stronger Leaders, Stronger Communities Online Workshop Series today.

The City is proud to announce the renewal of two ten-year license agreements with Mount Evergreen Ski Club and Kenora Nordic and Biathlon Club. These agreements reaffirm the City’s dedication to outdoor recreation, four season tourism, active lifestyles and supporting local businesses.

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Kenora will hold a Public Meeting to consider a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment under City of Kenora Zoning By-law 101-2015, as described below and shown on the attached map.

Please be advised that the Thistle Arena upgrade project is nearing completion, and the arena will open on Tuesday, October 14, with regular ice scheduling resuming for all users.

Please be advised that final paving works have started on Ninth Street North between Mellick Avenue and Scramble Avenue. Paving will occasionally interrupt traffic flow, including reducing traffic to one lane, from October 8 to October 10, between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Please be advised that important scaffolding construction work will begin taking place from the topside of the Keewatin Channel Bridge starting Thursday, October 9, in the Westbound traffic lane for approximately three weeks.

October 5 to 11, 2025, is Fire Prevention Week (FPW). The City of Kenora Fire and Emergency Services is teaming up with the Office of the Fire Marshal and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week (FPW), to promote this year’s campaign, “Charge into Fire Safet: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.” 

Please be advised that the seasonal washroom locations at our parks will be closing for the season on Monday, October 6. Ballfield washrooms will be closed on Monday, October 13. 

Please be advised that the intersection of First Avenue South and Fourth Street South will be closed to all traffic beginning Monday, October 6, at 8:30 a.m. for a watermain repair.