Election Information

Kenora Residents

The upcoming Municipal and School Board Elections is an opportunity to help shape our community's future. 
Learn about getting on the Voters' List now, voting by phone or online, options for voting while away during the election period, and see the unofficial candidate list. 
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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 or backyard fire pits. Gas or fuel stoves, charcoal, and wood burning stoves or furnaces are permitted with extreme caution and only under specific conditions. 

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.

Have questions? Call Kenora Fire and Emergency Services at 807-467-2090

Transfer Station Update - Depot Open This Weekend, Bagged Waste and Recycling Only

By City of Kenora - Aug 14, 2026

Please be advised that the Transfer Station will reopen this weekend and resume regular operating hours following the successful extinguishment of a cardboard fire:

  • Saturday and Sunday - 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Monday to Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The depot will be open for bagged waste and recycling. The kiosk to purchase bag tags will be open.

The scales, upper construction level, household hazardous waste, and electronic drop off remain closed at this time. 

We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding as services resume.

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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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