Media Releases

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.

The City of Kenora is excited to announce the launch of an improved transit service called "The Wave" on October 15, 2024, in partnership with service provider Via. This updated service aims to help residents and visitors seamlessly reach their desired destinations within the community. The new transit system will migrate from a conventional fixed route system to a modernized microtransit model, utilizing smaller vehicles for on-demand service.