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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.
You’re invited to participate in our upcoming Town Hall event! We are excited to offer you another meaningful opportunity to engage with members of the Council regarding issues that matter to you.
The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) depot at the Transfer Station is conveniently moving to Saturdays, starting June 7 and continuing every Saturday until the end of September. The HHW depot hours will remain the same - open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to each of you who attended and supported the Spring Feast ceremony at Tunnel Island, in recognition of the Common Ground partnership between Wauzhushk Onigum Nation (WON), Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation (NAN), Washagamis Bay First Nation (WBFN), and the City of Kenora. Your presence brought positive energy, strength, and unity to our efforts to revitalize these sacred gatherings.
The City of Kenora hereby gives notice that an application has been added to the Minister of Transport, pursuant to the Canadian Navigable Waters Act for approval of the work described herein and its site and plans.
The City is pleased to announce that Council has approved budget spending for key infrastructure projects during this evening's Regular Meeting, including the roof replacement for the Keewatin Public Library and repairs to the Portage Bay Bridge.
City of Kenora water services customers can now view the 2024 Kenora Drinking Water System Annual Report.
The Kenora Age-Friendly Committee, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Kenora, RTOERO District 26, and the City of Kenora, is thrilled to invite you to a Volunteer Fair on February 19, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Moncrief Construction Sports Centre in the Multipurpose Room.
An official statement from the City of Kenora Mayor Poirier regarding respectful language on social media. Learn about the Community Code of Conduct, how to share feedback constructively, and where to get reliable City of Kenora information.
The City of Kenora is proud to announce the appointment of Gordon Howard as its new Director of Fire and Emergency Services and Fire Chief.
On November 19, Council approved the 2025 Capital, Solid Waste, and Water and Wastewater Utility Budgets including their respective 10-year Capital plans.
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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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