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Orillia’s Main Street Ambassador program rolls out
Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 10:30 AM
The City of Orillia is pleased to launch its My Main Street Local Business Accelerator program for the 2022-2023 year.
Through the My Main Street Local Business Accelerator program, led by the Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO), in partnership with the City of Orillia, businesses and entrepreneurs in the City of Orillia Business Improvement Area (Downtown Orillia) will have access to a dedicated My Main Street Ambassador who will provide insight and support to help revitalize the...

UPDATE: March 11, 2022 Orillia to remove masking mandate at City facilities effective March 21
Posted on Friday, March 11, 2022 10:15 AM
Masks continue to be required on Orillia Transit
In line with the Province’s recent announcement to remove the mandatory masking requirement for most indoor settings later this month, the City of Orillia will no longer require masks to be worn at City facilities effective March 21, 2022.
“The City of Orillia continues to adapt operations as the Province moves ahead with its phased reopening plan. This next milestone of removing the mask mandate is a big step and has been met with mixed reaction....
EV charging stations available at the Orillia Recreation Centre
Posted on Thursday, March 10, 2022 05:00 AM
The City of Orillia’s first two publicly accessible electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are available for public use at the Orillia Recreation Centre, located at 255 West St. S.
Currently, there are two Ivy Charging Park & Charge level 2 charging stations with four designated parking spaces to accommodate the four charging ports available. A flat rate of $2.00 per hour has been established for the service. The rate is in-line with municipal comparators and other charging station fees and...

City approves programs to incentivize large builds in downtown Orillia
Posted on Tuesday, March 08, 2022 10:30 AM
City Council has approved a new suite of incentive programs geared towards projects that will add jobs and housing to downtown Orillia. The new programs, offered through the City’s Downtown Tomorrow Community Improvement Plan (DTCIP), are expected to roll out later this spring.
“Access to good jobs and housing in the City’s core is not only critical to attracting new investment to the community, but it also benefits our existing community and allows residents to pursue local careers,” said Mayor...

UPDATE: Feb. 25, 2022 Orillia to terminate municipal state of emergency effective March 1
Posted on Friday, February 25, 2022 09:30 AM
Termination aligns with further provincial measures being lifted
In line with the further easing of provincial COVID-19 public health measures effective next week, the City of Orillia’s local state of emergency will be terminated effective March 1, 2022.
“While we are still dealing with the impacts of COVID-19, the need to continue under a state of emergency is no longer necessary. City Council and staff will continue to manage and respond to COVID-19 with the safety of our community top of mind...