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Help shape the future of Downtown Orillia on May 9 and 10
Posted on Monday, April 17, 2023 11:34 AM
City gathering public input and ideas for enhancing downtown over the next 10-20 years
For immediate release (April 17, 2023) – The City of Orillia invites members of the public to take part in upcoming workshops on May 9 and 10, 2023, to provide feedback to help inform an update of the current Downtown Tomorrow Plan, which provides a long-term vision for the City’s downtown.
“We look forward to working with the community to build a vision and direction for the future of our downtown,” said Mayor...
New Boat Trailer Parking Program takes effect May 15 in Orillia
Posted on Tuesday, April 04, 2023 02:14 PM
Residents can park and launch for free with Resident Boat Trailer Parking Permit
For immediate release (April 4, 2023) – As approved during the 2023 budget process, a new Boat Trailer Parking Program will soon begin in Orillia.
The new program will be in effect seven days a week (Monday through Sunday) from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will run from May 15 to Oct. 15 annually. Orillia residents, and those who pay taxes directly to the City, can park their boat trailer for free by displaying a Resident...
Orillia Backyard Hen Pilot program an ‘egg’-straordinary success
Posted on Tuesday, April 04, 2023 10:54 AM
Program made permanent during April 3 Council meeting
For immediate release (April 4, 2023) – After running a pilot program with 12 participating properties, Council has declared the Backyard Hen Pilot Program a success and has authorized a permanent program moving forward in Orillia.
“Council is pleased with the outcome of the Backyard Hen Pilot Program. Allowing residents with appropriate properties to keep backyard hens for the purposes of egg production is one way the City can support food...
Cam Davidson named Orillia’s 2022 Citizen of the Year
Posted on Monday, April 03, 2023 03:10 PM
For immediate release (April 3, 2023) –Cam Davidson is Orillia's 2022 Citizen of the Year, as named at a special presentation during the Council meeting on April 3, 2023.
“On behalf of Orillia City Council and the Citizen of the Year selection panel, I’d like to congratulate Cam Davidson on being named the 2022 Citizen of the Year,” said Mayor Don McIsaac. “Cam’s contributions towards affordable housing in Orillia and other volunteer efforts have had a very real impact on the residents of this...
Clear garbage bag program sees 38% reduction in garbage in first year
Posted on Friday, March 24, 2023 12:33 PM
Organics collection also sees substantial increase
For immediate release (March 24, 2023) – After one year of the City of Orillia’s new garbage bag program, the results are clear; curbside garbage has been reduced by almost 40 per cent and there is a significant increase in diversion rates.
“Council is committed to working with the community for a greener, more sustainable Orillia and I would like to thank residents and businesses for their efforts to make the clear garbage bag program a great...
