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2022 Municipal and School Board Elections
The Township of North Kawartha will conduct the 2022 Election using a vote by telephone or internet method. Voting Day is Monday, October 24, 2022.
Nominations may be filed commencing on Monday, May 2, 2022. If you are interested in running for Council, you are encouraged to register for the Candidate Information Session to be held on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. www.northkawartha.ca/candidate
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Mayor Amyotte video update at Kawartha Nordic Ski club, March 2022.
For More Video Updates or Council Recordings visit us here.
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Regular Meetings of Council are held commencing at 9:30 am:
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
Tuesday, May 3, 2022
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
Regular meetings of Council are being held electronically via ZOOM. Meetings will continue to be posted on the Township YouTube channel as soon as possible after the meeting for public viewing. You may contact the Deputy Clerk for an invitation to join.
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On Tuesday, March 1st, the province of Ontario implemented the next step in “The Roadmap to Re-opening”, which is dictated by O. Reg 364/20 Schedule 4&5. This meant that many common place public health measures were no longer required, including proof of vaccination for patrons. The repeal of these measures signaled that we have reached a turning point in this pandemic, such that our health system is not at risk of being overwhelmed. Due to the high number of people with 2 doses of vaccine (and many of these with their booster dose) the threat of severe illness and disease caused by COVID-19 has been reduced.
As of March 21st mask mandates will end in most places. As of March 28th The Reopening Ontario Act will expire, meaning that legislation can no longer be used to issue new pandemic management orders. Remaining orders under the act will last for another month. As of April 27th essentially all public health measures regarding COVID-19 will end, and directives from the Chief Medical Officer of Health will expire.
While proof of vaccination may no longer be required for patrons, Peterborough Public Health strongly recommends vaccinations. Vaccinations are important to decreasing the occurrence of serious illness from COVID-19. To learn more or to find a vaccine clinic, go to: peterboroughpublichealth.ca.
Please note that some events may have specific restrictions and protocols that must be adhered to, so check with the event organizer or website for more details. If you use the opened amenities, the Township and Public Health Officials remind you of the following, for the continued protection of yourself and others:
- Vaccinations are strongly recommended
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After March 21st wearing a mask while inside crowded facilities is still recommended
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Stay home if you are sick
- Physical distancing (2 metres / 6 feet) from others, where possible, is still recommended, especially when indoors and when many people will be without masks
- Hand sanitization upon entry of a facility is highly recommended
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, or use hand-sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol
We can’t thank you enough for your assistance and cooperation in helping to protect our community over the past two years.
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Parks and Recreation Programs and Events
As of this writing, we are optimistic that we will be back to a great degree of normalcy this Spring and Summer, which will mean the return of programs such as Youth and Adult Baseball, Ball Hockey, Soccer, Lacrosse, and Swimming Lessons.
Additional programs/events returning include Apsley Play to Learn, Seniors Groups (at all 3 Community Centres), Ping Pong, Bridge, Apsley Auctions (final year), the Lions Flea Market, Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Fundraiser, Apsley Firefly Band, Summer Quilters, and more! In the interim, please check our website for currently available programs, or contact the local club/group that you belonged to, as many programs and clubs have either returned, or will be returning soon.
For example, the North Kawartha Fitness Centre is open with its regular hours of weekdays (Monday to Friday) from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm and weekends (Saturday and Sunday) from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
With regard to the Fitness Centre, if you are a current member, your membership duration has been kept up-to-date, and qualifying “Swipe/Access” cards have been re-activated, so please remember to bring them with you. If your Swipe/Access card does not work, please see a staff member to review your membership.
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Garbage and Recycling
re-designed to make it easier to find the information you require, especially if you are trying to access the information on your mobile device. User-friendly icons will help you quickly get the answers to your questions.
For missed curbside garbage collection, please contact Waste Connections at
705-742-4268.
For missed curbside recycling collection, please contact Emterra at 705-742-3139.
Alternatively for missed recycling, you can contact the County of Peterborough at
705-775-2737 as soon as possible.
Reporting without delay will ensure that any concerns are addressed as they occur.
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Sept.13, 2021 to May 29, 2022
- Monday Closed
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Tuesday 1 pm to 4 pm
- Wednesday 9 am to 12 pm
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Thursday 1 pm to 4 pm
- Friday 9 am to 12 pm
- Saturday 1 pm to 4 pm
- Sunday 10 am to 4 pm
Sept. 13, 2021 to May 29, 2022
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday 9 am to 12 pm
- Wednesday 1 pm to 4 pm
- Thursday 9 am to 12 pm
- Friday 1 pm to 4 pm
- Saturday 9 am to 12 pm
- Sunday 10 am to 4 pm
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May 30, 2022 to Sept. 18, 2022
- Monday 10 am to 1 pm
- Tuesday 2 pm to 6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am to 1 pm
- Thursday 2 pm to 6 pm
- Friday 10 am to 1 pm
- Saturday 2 pm to 6 pm
- Sunday 12 pm to 8 pm
May 30, 2022 to Sept. 18, 2022
- Monday 2 pm to 6 pm
- Tuesday 10 am to 1 pm
- Wednesday 2 pm to 6 pm
- Thursday 10 am to 1 pm
- Friday 2 pm to 6 pm
- Saturday 10 am to 1 pm
- Sunday 12 pm to 8 pm
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New Bulletin Board at Anstruther Transfer Station
There is a new bulletin board at the Anstruther Transfer Station. It includes informative posters to answer all your garbage and recycling questions. These posters can also be viewed or downloaded from various Garbage and Recycling pages of the Township website. In addition, anything appearing on the bulletin board is available at the Transfer Station as a hand-out. Simply ask one of our friendly Attendants for a copy of the ones you’re interested in.
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Stay connected with the Finance Department
The 2022 Interim Tax Bill and Transfer Waste Site Pass were mailed out to property owners at the end of February. Keep a look out for yours! This will include two (2) installments that are due on:
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Friday, May 27, 2022
Your green 2022-2023 Waste Site Pass is included in your interim tax bill mailing - Keep this safe, as a replacement pass will cost $20.00. Collect your bag tags by bringing this pass to the municipal office or one of our transfer sites before it expires.
Updating Your Mailing Address
Do you have an RR# mailing address? If you do, your mailing address needs to be updated. Canada Post will no longer recognize RR# mailing addresses and requires all mailing addresses to be a civic address, post office box or General Delivery.
Are you a seasonal property owner who wants their tax bill sent to a different address for part of the year? Please contact Canada Post directly to make arrangements to have mail redirected.
Here's how to update your mailing address with the Township To change your mailing address electronically, please locate our Change of Mailing Address form on our website, fill out the form as directed, and send it in to the office via mail, email, or our 24 hour drop box location to the right of our front entrance. Otherwise you can visit the office in person to complete a Change of Mailing Address form. MPAC and the County of Peterborough are now requesting authorization from property owners to share updated mailing addresses with these institutions. Your authorization allows the Township of North Kawartha, MPAC, and the County of Peterborough to send you important information (when needed) regarding your property.
Please note it is the property owner's responsibility to keep the Township and MPAC informed of any address changes. If you have any questions or concerns about changing your mailing address, please contact the Accounting Assistant through email or call
705-656-4445 ext. 235.
The 2020 MPAC (Municipal Property Assessment Corporation) Assessment update for all of Ontario properties has been postponed until further notice due to COVID-19. Property assessments for the 2021 and 2022 property tax years will continue to be based on the fully phased-in current values. This means your property assessment for the 2022 property tax year will be the same as the 2020 tax year assessment, unless there have been any additional changes to your property. For more information, please contact MPAC at www.mpac.ca or 1-866-296-6722.
If you receive a Property Assessment Change Notice from MPAC due to physical changes to your property you can visit www.mpac.ca where you can log on to AboutMyProperty to:
- Learn more about how your property was assessed,
- See the information they have on file about your property, and
- Compare your property to other properties in your neighbourhood.
For more information about property taxes please visit the Taxation page on our website.
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Property Fire Safety Tips from our
Fire Department
(this includes but is not limited to cottages, cabins, motorhomes/rvs, boats & houseboats etc.)
- Test smoke alarms at least monthly or each time you return to your seasonal home. Pack a new smoke alarm and extra smoke alarm batteries in case they need replacement.
- Install and ensure carbon monoxide alarms in your seasonal home if it has a fuel-burning appliance.
- Develop and practice a home fire escape plan to ensure everyone knows what to do if the smoke alarm sounds.
- Know the telephone number for the local fire department and your seasonal home's emergency sign number, in case of emergency.
- Clean barbecues before using them. Keep an eye on lit barbecues and ensure all combustibles, as well as children and pets are kept well away from them. Fires can happen when barbecues are left unattended.
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Keep barbecue lighters and matches out of sight and reach of children.
- Remember to bring a flashlight with extra batteries.
- Check heating appliances and chimneys before using them.
- Check with your local fire department, municipality, or Ministry of Natural Resources to determine whether open air burning is permitted before having a campfire or burning brush. If open burning is allowed, fires should be built on bare soil or on exposed rock. Remove leaves and twigs from around the fire to keep it from spreading. Always keep a bucket of water, sand, or even a shovel close by and supervise the fire at all times.
- If you must smoke, do so outside. Keep a large can with water nearby so cigarette butts can be safely discarded. If you drink, do so responsibly. Tobacco use and excessive alcohol consumption are contributing factors in many fires and can lead to serious injuries.
- Burn candles in sturdy candleholders that will not tip and are covered with a glass shade. When you go out, blow out!
No Burning during the daytime (8 AM until 6 PM) from April 1 until October 31
Burn permits are required for all open air burning in the Township of North Kawartha. This includes campfires of any size and brush burning.
If you are unable to complete the Burn Permit Online you must attend an issuing location to complete a burn permit in person, which are FREE.
You can visit one of the following locations during operating hours to obtain a burn permit in person:
* Woodview General Store, 6220 Highway 28, Woodview
* Anstruther Marina, 23 Fire Route 63, Anstruther Lake
* Municipal Office, 280 Burleigh Street, Apsley
The following are not permitted:
- Burning during the daytime (8 AM until 6 PM) from April 1 - October 31
- Use of Burn barrels
- Burning of grass or leaves
- Ignition of or use of flying lantern (also known as sky lantern)
- Burning of garbage or hazardous to the environment materials
- Burning without a valid Burn Permit
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Mailing Address: PO Box 550, Apsley, Ontario K0L 1A0
Hours of Operation: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday
Telephone: 705-656-4445 or Toll Free: 1-800-755-6931
Fax: 705-656-4446
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