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The City issues a public statement to clarify criticisms being received surrounding the Ukrainian flag raising at City Hall on Thursday, August 21, 2025. City Council and Administration recognizes the significance of Ukraine Independence Day. Event organizers requested flag raising to occur on a date and time that coincided with a pre-scheduled staff appreciation event. City made accommodations and the flag raising commenced after the staff appreciation event.

The City of Kenora and Kenora Rowing Club invite the community to join them in commemorating Olympic Silver Medalist, Abby Dent, at a special community event scheduled for Tuesday, August 27 at the Kenora Rowing Club, located at 110 Birchwood Crescent in Garrow Park.

The City of Kenora is excited to announce the second intake for the Special Events Grant program is open.  Interested organizers are encouraged to apply for funding support of up to $5,000 for events that will take place between October 1, 2025 and April 30, 2026.

Prepare for an exhilarating adventure as the Lake of the Woods Discovery Centre proudly announces the grand opening of its latest exhibit, ‘Beyond Human Limits Lite’, on August 15, 2024.

The City announces, on today’s date, July 24, 2025, that it is proceeding with the expropriation of the historic Kenricia Hotel as part of its efforts to revitalize Kenora’s downtown core. This initiative aims to create a vibrant, inclusive, and thriving community space for residents and visitors alike.

The City is excited to announce upcoming upgrades to the Lakeview Drive intersection at Minnesota Street and Parson Street in 2026. The new intersection improvement plan aims to enhance safety and accessibility for all users, whether you are walking, biking, or driving.

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.