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Make a (safe) splash
Whether it’s in a pool, lake, splash pad, or river, water safety is key to preventing an emergency this summer!
Never leave a child unattended around water – even if they can swim.
To stay safe, avoid swimming at night or in stormy weather. Don’t dive in shallow pools and always enter water feet-first!
Learn more at www.redcross.ca ... See MoreSee Less
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*NEW DATE ADDED*
Lanark County is developing a new Transportation Master Plan (TMP). Much has changed since the previous TMP in 2010, and so the County requires a new plan to guide investment, address challenges, and support safe, efficient and equitable mobility for residents and visitors.
The TMP study considers components of the transportation system under County jurisdiction, and focuses on improving mobility for residents and visitors across all modes: walking, cycling, transit, driving and goods movement. The outcome will be a plan that is both actionable and aligned with the County’s vision for the future.
We are gathering input about transportation-related needs and priorities in the County, and need your help to confirm our transportation vision and goals. Join us for one of three information-sharing sessions:
Monday June 15, 2026 – 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Conlon Farm Chalet: 125 Smith Drive, Perth
Tuesday June 16, 2026 – 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Beckwith Recreation Complex: 1319 9th Line Beckwith, Carleton Place
Saturday July 4, 2026 – 8:00 to 10:00 a.m.
Market Square: 7 Beckwith Street, Carleton Place
An online survey and detailed project presentation will be available from June 15th to July 12th 2026 for those who are unable to attend in person.
For more information, visit: www.lanarkcounty.ca/government/public-consultation/#TMPUpdate ... See MoreSee Less
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Interested in a career in childcare? Mississippi Mills Childcare Services is hosting a job fair!
⏰Wednesday, June 17, 2026 from 3 to 8 p.m.
📍Municipal Office, 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte (front entrance)
Learn about available positions and benefits at the new facility opening in September. Staff will be on hand for questions, networking and to receive your resume in person. Can't make it? Apply online at www.mississippimills.ca/jobs ... See MoreSee Less
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Environment Canada has issued a Special Weather Statement for our region.
Local rainfall amounts near 50 mm are possible today and into this evening. Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas. Don't drive through flooded roadways.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts through Environment Canada.
Fore more information on how to prepare for flooding visit www.ontario.ca/page/floods ... See MoreSee Less
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Are you looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference?
Lanark Lodge, a 163-bed long-term care home just outside of Perth at 115 Christie Lake Road, is seeking expressions of interest to create a warm, welcoming café onsite. It is converting its main-floor "Tuck Shop" space and invites experienced operators to partner in this service.
The opportunity offers a reliable, built-in market: residents, staff, steady daily visitor traffic from family members, friends, and allied health professionals.
A site visit is planned for Tuesday, June 23 at 3:30 p.m.
If you are interested in helping us to create a social hub that supports connection, enhances quality of life, and contributes to a positive experience for everyone who lives, works, and visits at Lanark Lodge, see more information, including the full Expression of Interest document, at www.lanarkcounty.ca/working/bidding-opportunities/ and respond as indicated in the document by June 28, 2026.
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Please note Lanark County Social Services sub-offices in Smiths Falls and Carleton Place) will be closed this Thursday, June 11, 2026. The main Social Services office at the Lanark County Administration Building in Perth will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for emergencies only and can be reached at 613-267-4200 ext. 2140.
Please see the list below for available community resources during the closure:
- Carleton Place Foodbank: 613-257-8546
- The Table Community Food Centre (Perth): 613-267-6428
- Smiths Falls Community Food Bank: 613-283-6695
- Lanark Highlands Food Pantry: 613-259-3285
- Salvation Army Community & Family Service:
• Perth: 613-267-6260
• Smiths Falls: 613-283-3563
- Lanark County Mental Health: 613-283-2170
- ConnexOntario (24/7 mental health support): 1-866-531-2600
- Victim Services Lanark County: 613-284-8380
- After Hours Homeless Response: (4 p.m. to 8:30 a.m., weekends and holidays): 613-206-1486 ... See MoreSee Less
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SEEKING VOLUNTEERS!
Lanark County is currently running a Business Retention and Expansion (BR+E) program, to support businesses across the county. Over the summer and early fall, we will be interviewing businesses people in the area to determine what they need to remain successful and to grow further.
We will then use gathered data to create an Action Plan to help support the real needs of businesses in the area. This data is extremely important, as it will also inform further Economic Development strategic plans for Lanark County, as well as new grant applications, events and new project development, depending on the needs and opportunities identified.
Lanark County is seeking for volunteers who are active in the community to help us conduct the interviews in their area.
Volunteers need to attend one training session. The first training is on June 12 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Lanark County Administration Building (99 Christie Lake Road, Perth). Please register by emailing Tim Woods (details below) prior to the day.
Following the training, volunteers will be asked to work in pairs and volunteer to interview at least two or three businesses over the next few months. Each interview will last about an hour. More information is available at www.lanarkcounty.ca/grow, and interested businesses can sign up there as well.
Later in the process (January) volunteers will be invited to read through the data to help create an action plan. Attendance at that event will be optional, but it will be an interesting, creative, and important part of the process – and there will be some very good food for us at that event!
If you are interested or have questions about this volunteer opportunity, please contact Tim Woods, BR+E Coordinator, at twoods@lanarkcounty.ca
There will be additional trainings later, so feel free to reach out to Tim if you can’t make the first one, but you’d still like to be a volunteer. ... See MoreSee Less
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Finding child care just got easier!
✅ Apply to participating centres with one application through OneList Lanark County: onehsn.com/lanarkcounty/ux_2_0
❓ Need help with your profile or applications? Contact technical support: support@onehsn.com ... See MoreSee Less
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One week of the Silver Chain Challenge in the books, and you have been showing up. Lanark County is currently in the lead in our active-living competition with County of Renfrew . There is a lot of June left, so let's keep the momentum going!
Go outside and get active with walking, running or cycling, then log your kilometres to support Lanark County and enter to win prizes. Get started on our website: www.lanarkcounty.ca/government/roads-trails-transit/silver-chain-challenge/
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