News and Notices

Please be advised that as part of the Mellick Avenue Extension Roadway Project drilling and blasting activities will take place within the project area. Blasting operations are scheduled to occur from August 4 to August 18, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily.

Overnight construction will occur at the Parsons Street and Lakeview Drive intersection starting July 27 and is expected to continue until the end of August. Overnight work from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. will see traffic reduced to one lane, controlled by flagging. Please drive cautiously, obey posted signage, and follow all traffic control measures.

Matheson Street South, from the corner of Matheson Street South for approximately 50 meters east on First Avenue South, will be closed to all traffic on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. The closure is necessary to allow a crane to install second-floor materials at the 309 Matheson Street South construction site.

Please be advised the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) has announced a Restricted Fire Zone will be in effect as of Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 12:01 a.m. local time for the Northwest region.

A watermain tie in will occur on Brinkman Road on Monday, July 13. Motorists are advised to follow detours along Ninth Avenue North and Seventh Street North to avoid the work area. The project is expected to be completed by Friday, July 17.

City of Kenora Council approves funding through the new Community Improvement Plan on June 23, 2026. Grants were awarded across 19 successful applicants, supporting projects that will enhance commercial properties, increase housing opportunities, improve accessibility, strengthen community safety, and encourage reinvestment in underutilized spaces.

We are pleased to announce that the repairs have been completed and the Rotary Splash Park is now open and ready for everyone to enjoy!

Please be advised that Main Street, from First Street South to Second Street South, will be temporarily closed and designated as a ‘No Parking Zone’ on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

The closure will accommodate the Main Street Open Air Market,