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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.
Kenora's Main Street Christmas Tree Lighting event will begin at 5:30 p.m. on November 22, 2024. This festive occasion on Main Street, hosted by Harbourtown BIZ, Tourism Kenora, and The Muse, welcomes everyone and their families to enjoy an evening filled with holiday joy and community spirit.
The City of Kenora’s Economic Development and Tourism Department is excited to host ‘The Future of Business: It’s a Tall Order’ with keynote speaker Heather Thomson.
The City of Kenora’s Fire and Emergency Services is participating in Take Action on Radon’s ‘100 Radon Test Kit Challenge’ and is encouraging Kenora residents to test their homes for radon.
The City Kenora's Economic Development and Tourism Department wins Marketing Canada Award. The Economic Developers Association of Canada (EDAC) revealed the winners of the 2024 Marketing Canada awards at its annual conference in September.
Kenora will soon experience a new flexible, affordable, on-demand microtransit service, The Wave. The Wave hits the road Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
The City of Kenora is excited to kick off Small Business Month this October, a time to recognize and celebrate the vibrant local businesses that play a vital role in our community.
The City of Kenora is partnering with PSD CityWide over the next 8-to-12-month period to develop an Asset Management Plan. Residents are invited to participate in the Citizen Questionnaire by October 14, 2024.
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.
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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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