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Fire Ban in Effect
No Outside Burning Until Further Notice
Please be advised that the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) has announced a Restricted Fire Zone is in effect as of Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 12:01 a.m. local time for the Northwest region.
In collaboration with this announcement, City of Kenora Fire and Emergency Services has issued a City-Wide fire ban for the City of Kenora.
All outside burning is prohibited, including brush and grass burning, backyard fire pits, or cook stoves that use solid fuels (wood or charcoal). BBQs that use propane are permitted with extreme caution.
All burning permits are cancelled until further notice.
The City of Kenora fire ban will remain in effect until the Restricted Fire Zone is lifted by MNRF.
Transfer Station is Open
The Transfer Station has reopened following the flood clean-up. All services have resumed and the facility is operating its regular hours.
Please be advised that all City buildings and facilities, except Moncrief Construction Sports Centre, will be closed on Tuesday, June 23, between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for a staff appreciation event.
You're invited to engage with members of the Council regarding issues that matter to you. Everyone is welcome to attend the Town Hall Meeting on Monday, June 22, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Moncrief Construction Sports Centre,18 Mike Richards Way, in the Rotary Room. Pre-registration is required for in-person attendance.
The City's recreation department is hosting a Lifesaving Society Recertification course on June 26 to keep your lifeguarding skills current.
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 for 253 Anderson Road, Kenora, File D14-26-07.
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Kenora will hold a Public Meeting to consider a proposed Application for Temporary Use under City of Kenora Zoning By-law 101-2015 for 1060 Lakeview Drive and 832 Lakeview Drive, File D14-26-08.
Please be advised that there may be traffic delays along the Harbourfront on Monday, June 15, between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Local high schools are hosting the first annual Community Grad Parade.
Please be advised that a culvert will be replaced on Austin Lake Road on Tuesday, June 9, starting at 9:00 a.m. There may be traffic delays during the replacement work. Motorists are advised to follow traffic control in the work area.
Please be advised that a culvert will be replaced on Duffus Road on Monday, June 8, starting at 9:00 a.m. There may be traffic delays during the replacement work.
Please be advised that work on the Coney Island – Kenora Rotary Playground replacement project will commence the week of June 8. Removal of the old playground is expected to start around Wednesday, June 10.
Please be advised that the Kenora Rotary Splash Park in Norman Park will open by the end of the day on Friday, June 5, weather permitting.
Contact Us
City of Kenora
1 Main Street South
Kenora ON P9N3X2
Phone: 807-467-2000
After hours: 807-467-2080
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday to Friday
Closed on Holidays
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