Territorial Acknowledgement
The Town of Fort Frances respects and truly acknowledges that we are on treaty three territory, the traditional land of the Anishinaabe and the Métis Nation. We give gratitude and honour to the Ancestors, Elders and all Anishinaabe and Métis People for sharing their resources and knowledge.
What’s Happening in Fort Frances
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Public Notice: Indigenous Relations Advisory Committee Updates
The Terms of Reference for the Committee have been revised, and we're looking to recruit new members! Click on the title to learn more.
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Media Release: Fire Department Water and Ice Rescue Program Update
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FROM: Fort Frances Fire Rescue Service
TO: Town of Fort Frances
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Public Notice: Fort Frances and Regional Leaders meet regarding Wanagekong-Biiwega'iganan Clean Energy Project
Town officials joined Chiefs of ten area First Nations of Southern Treaty Three, Highbury Energy, MP Marcus Powlowski, and others to discuss a proposed biorefinery. Federal financial support has been committed.
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Public Notice: Certified List of Applicants - Councillor Vacancy
TOWN OF FORT FRANCES
CERTIFIED LIST OF APPLICANTS
Councillor Vacancy – Open CallMunicipal Elections Act, 1996 s. 35 (1) (2)
Frequently Visited
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Business Licence
Any business operating in the Town of Fort Frances must have a Business Licence. Complete the form here: 2025 Business Licence Application.
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Bids and Tenders
Interested in submitting a bid and tender? Find all our current posted bids and tenders through the Bids and Tenders portal.
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Council Meetings
Find regular meeting agendas, minutes, and watch meetings live from the comfort of your home (link to stream in agenda): Regular Meetings of Council
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Complaints & Compliments
Send the Town a Complaint or Compliment
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Moffat Family Fund
Accepting applications between Monday, January 20, 2025 to Friday, February 28, 2025 by 4:00pm. Final reports from 2024 due by January 31st, 2025 to be eligible. Find out more!
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Garbage & Recycling
Find out your garbage and recycling collection area and schedule.
NEW You can also put glass with your recycling.
Find out more information on the Waste Management page.
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Employment Opportunities
We post positions for all departments of the Town of Fort Frances.
Find them on our Employment Opportunities page.
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Elopement Days
February 14th and April 4th are available for your Town Hall elopement wedding. Book online or find more information here: Elopement Days.
Current Town Projects
About Fort Frances
Fort Frances is a community rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. As a border town, we sit at a unique crossroads, where tradition meets innovation. Rooted in Treaty 3 territory, we acknowledge that this land is the traditional home and continuing land use area of the Anishinaabe people and the Métis Nation, whose contributions and presence have long shaped this region.
Fort Frances has been a cornerstone of Northwestern Ontario's industrial landscape. Our strength has always been in our diversity—thriving in forestry, mining, agriculture, and tourism. With access to affordable energy and land, our community continues to foster entrepreneurial spirit and innovation. We are a place where craftsmanship is honoured, where people build with their hands and their hearts, creating something greater from the land we call home.