Hello everyone,

Summer is officially here! We've already had great beach weather this year and the busy summer season is now in full swing. If you're still looking to make your summer plans, don't forget to include some of the great things available right here at home!

From Grand Bend beach days and family picnics at Rock Glen Conservation Area, to day trips with friends in Thedford, trail walking in Port Franks and Ipperwash, or date nights at the Kineto Theatre in Forest, there's a lot to experience in Lambton Shores. I hope you'll join me in encouraging visitors and residents alike to explore all of Lambton Shores this summer. The Lambton Shores Community Guide is a great place to start planning!

Speaking of making plans, if you are still looking for ways to celebrate Canada Day, be sure to take a look at the Municipality's community events calendar to see what's planned.

I hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Canada Day weekend, and a wonderful start to summer.

Stay safe,

Mayor Bill

Lambton Shores Council has passed a by-law that will require all short-term rental accommodations in Lambton Shores to obtain an annual licence to operate. The new by-law includes a comprehensive licensing program and comes into effect on February 1, 2023.

An important reminder that if you currently operate a short-term rental, you must still register it with the Municipality this year. This requirement is separate from the licensing program set to launch in 2023 and is currently in place under By-Law 29-2022. Those currently operating without a registration certificate are operating in contravention of By-Law 29-2022 and will be subject to the Offence and Penalty Provisions outlined in Section 10 of the by-law.

They're back! The Lambton Shores Farmers' Markets returned a few weeks ago with weekly markets in Forest and Grand Bend.

More information about the Farmers' Markets can be found on our Community Events Calendar.

Looking to escape the heat this summer? Lambton Shores operates the following splash pad locations:

Looking for something to do on Canada Day? Be sure to check out our Community Events Calendar for Canada Day events, firework displays, and more.

In case you missed it: nominations are now open for the 2022 Municipal and School Board elections on October 24, 2022.

Offices for which Persons may be nominated:

School Board Trustee Positions (shared with other Municipalities):

In case you missed it, Lambton Shores has earned the prestigious Blue Flag Canada designation at the Grand Bend Beach, Grand Bend Marina, and Port Franks Marina for the 14th consecutive year.

Learn more about what the Blue Flag designation means for our beach and marinas.

Grand Bend Beach Patrol has now returned to their full-time weekly coverage. Here's a look at the 2022 Beach Patrol Season:

Election day is October 24 for the 2022 Municipal and School Board Elections. Ahead of the election, we have launched an Election Page to provide information for voters, candidates, and those thinking about running for office.

We've been talking a lot about how our beaches, parks, and trail systems aren't a garbage can... well, neither are your toilets! Have you heard of "the 4 Ps of flushing"?

Help prevent a back-up of your sewer line or problems within the sanitary collection/treatment system by only flushing "the 4 Ps": poop, pee, puke, and toilet paper (and those "flushable" or "biodegradable" wipes don't count as toilet paper!)

Throughout the spring and early summer, By-Law Enforcement has received an increase in complaints regarding dogs at large or other similar offences.

As a reminder:

In case you missed it last month, Huron Shores Area Transit has launched new routes and a new smart card payment system.

Learn more on the Huron Shores Area Transit website.

The Ontario Street Reconstruction Project has now paused for the summer season. The project team would like to thank the community for their patience and understanding during the first half of the project.

The project team will begin sending weekly updates once the project starts up again in September.

Sign up to receive the updates by email.

The Council Highlights from June's Council meetings are now available.

The next scheduled Council meeting takes place on July 19, 2022 at the Legacy Centre in Thedford. The public is invited to view the meeting in person or online using our Council meeting livestream.

Lambton Public Health continues to offer appointments for COVID-19 vaccinations.

For more information or to book a vaccine, please visit GetTheVaccine.ca

Support local! For local business listings, please check out the links below:

  

Looking for community events this month? Take a look at the local event calendars below:

To get in touch with someone at the Municipality, please visit our

Staff Directory.