Keewatin Channel Bridge Weight Restriction

The Keewatin Channel Bridge currently has a vehicle weight limit due to scaffolding adjustments.

Load restrictions remain in place at 8,500 pounds (3,855 kilograms) per vehicle. Commercial vehicles over this limit must use the Highway 17A Bypass.

Emergency vehicles and buses are permitted to cross the bridge with the flow of regular passenger traffic, although no more than one emergency or bus may be on the bridge at the same time. When multiple are crossing, these vehicles are to cross only after the preceding vehicle has passed the high mid-point of the bridge.

Notice of Complete Application and Public Meeting for a Temporary Use Zoning By-law Amendment

By City of Kenora - Jan 23, 2026

File D14-25-06

Public meeting 

Council will hold a Statutory Public Meeting under s. 34 and 39 of the Planning Act to consider a Temporary Use By-law as it pertains to Zoning By-law 101-2015. The proposed amendment would rezone the subject lands from RR – Rural Residential Zone to RR-T Rural Residential Temporary Use Zone.

When: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 1 Main Street South, Kenora, ON 

Description of the Proposed Temporary Use By-law

The City of Kenora has received an application for a Temporary Use By-law affecting 88 Jakson Road. The purpose is to permit:

  • Temporary storage of a 43 ft (13.1 m) recreational vehicle on the property from August 2025 to October 31, 2026, and
  • Seasonal accommodation in the recreational vehicle from May 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026 while constructing a permanent residence.

Availability of information

Additional information and material about the proposed temporary use by-law will be available for public inspection at the City of Kenora Planning Department during regular office hours. For more information about this matter, including information about appeal rights, check our Planning Notices page or contact
Ryan Haines, Planner, 60 Fourteenth St N, 2nd Floor, Kenora, ON P9N 4M9, 807-467-2059.

Description of the subject land

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