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For immediate release (Sept. 13, 2018) – The Orillia Youth Opportunities Committee, in collaboration with the Simcoe County District School Board and Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board, invites you to attend a public forum to discuss options for addressing the issue of youth homelessness in our community.
Come and hear from experts on how other communities use shelter diversion, emergency shelters and transitional housing. Help the Orillia...
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For immediate release (Sept. 17, 2018) –  Cassidy Byers, Alice Stamper and The Couchiching Conservancy were awarded the 2018 Order of Orillia by Mayor Steve Clarke and the City of Orillia’s Commemorative Awards Committee at tonight’s Council meeting.
“On behalf of Council, I’d like to thank Cassidy, Alice and the members of The Couchiching Conservancy for their ongoing dedication and commitment to Orillia,” said Mayor...
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For immediate release (Sept. 12, 2018) – The City of Orillia has 80 lifeguarding positions available at the new Orillia Recreation Centre scheduled to open in the spring of 2019.
The Parks, Recreation and Culture Department is calling on people of all ages, from youth to seniors, to register for upcoming discounted training courses to become certified lifeguards and swim instructors.
“Being a lifeguard is such a rewarding career offering flexible...
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For immediate release (Sept. 11, 2018) – Please be advised that starting Sept. 14, 2018, Matchedash Street South between Mississaga Street East and Colborne Street East will be closed until further notice.
On May 30, 2018 the City of Orillia received a request from Demikon Construction seeking approval to close Matchedash Street South between Colborne Street East and Mississaga Street East for the construction of Matchedash Lofts. Council approved a...
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Please be advised that as of Sept. 14, 2018, Matchedash Street South between Mississaga Street East and Colborne Street East will be closed until further notice. 
On May 30, the City of Orillia received a request from Demikon Construction seeking approval to close Matchedash Street South between Colborne Street East and Mississaga Street East for the construction of Matchedash Lofts. Council approved a motion on Aug. 16 granting the road closure authority to the Director...
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