Proclamation - Woman Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month Nov 1-30, 2023

WHEREAS, Shine the Light is a campaign that was initiated in London, Ontario by the London Abused Women’s Centre to increase public awareness of the ongoing issue of woman abuse;

WHEREAS, the "Shine the Light on Woman Abuse" campaign is dedicated to shedding light on the darkness of woman abuse, highlighting an unwavering commitment to prevention, support and education;

WHEREAS, The campaign’s signature colour purple is used to symbolize courage, survival, and honour and has come to symbolize the fight to end woman abuse”

Proclamation - Royal Canadian Legion Annual Poppy Campaign

The Royal Canadian Legion Annual Poppy Campaign
Oct 27 - Nov 11, 2023

Whereas, the poppy has stood as a symbol of Remembrance since 1921, our visual pledge to never forget those Canadians who have fallen in war and military operations; and

Whereas, from the last Friday of October to Remembrance Day, poppies blossom on lapels and collars to inspire Canadians to Remember the many blessings and freedoms Canadians enjoy today as a result of the sacrifices of those who serve their country; and

Recreation Master Plan - Community Survey

NOTICE TO RESIDENTS
Town of Fort Frances Recreation Master Plan Community Survey

Please note the survey will be available from October 26 to November 23, 2023.

Waste Collection Area 4 - Error on Calendar

Notice to residents in the Town of Fort Frances Waste Collection Area 4 highlighted in yellow on the attached map.

Applications to Boards and Committees are Now Open

Public Notice

Applications are invited from qualified persons to serve on the following Boards and Committees:             

 

Fort Frances Public Library Board………………..1 member

Sister Betty Kennedy Advisory Committee……1 member

Museum and Culture Centre Advisory Committee….1 member and 1 Youth member (Fort Frances High School)

Proclamation Local Government Week

Local Government Week in Ontario October 15-21, 2023

 

WHEREAS October 15 to 21, 2023 is Local Government Week in Ontario, an opportunity to reflect on the vital services delivered by municipal governments; and

WHEREAS municipal governments play a vital role in helping to define the character, priorities, physical make up, and quality of life of communities across Ontario;

Proclamation Ontario Cadets Week

Civic Centre Closure

Due to ongoing works, the Civic Centre will be closed today (Wednesday, October 4th, 2023) from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. We apologize for the inconvenience.

The Civic Centre main entrance may be inaccessible for the rest of the week. The public may use the North doors of the Church Street entrance to access the Civic Centre during regular business hours.

Franco-Ontarian Proclamation

WHEREAS by the virtue of the Franco-Ontarian Day Act, which was legislated on April 26th, 2010, it is declared that September 25th of each year be recognized as Franco-Ontarian Day throughout the province of Ontario; and

Proclamation - National Truth and Reconciliation Week- Sept. 24th to Sept. 30th.

Proclamation for Town of Fort Frances for National Truth and Reconciliation Week- Sept. 24th to Sept. 30th.

WHEREAS The federal government has passed legislation to make September 30th a federal statutory holiday called the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This important day gives an opportunity for Canadians to learn more about the history of Residential Schools in Canada.