City of Orillia News

Orillia Farmers’ Market hosts Customer Appreciation Day

For immediate release (November 13, 2014) – Win prizes, gift baskets and more at the Orillia Farmers’ Market Customer Appreciation Day set for this Saturday, November 15, in the Orillia Public Library.

“The Orillia Farmers’ Market vendors want to thank customers for another great season outdoors,” said Pat Loewen, Market Manager.  “Now that the market has moved inside the library it’s a great opportunity to thank our customers, while showcasing the fun atmosphere indoors.  People are still...

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Overnight Parking Restrictions

For immediate release (November 12, 2014) – The City of Orillia reminds residents that parking is prohibited on any municipal street or parking lot between the hours of midnight and 7 a.m. from November 15, 2014 through April 15, 2015. 

Illegally parked cars can delay or impair the City’s snow plowing or sanding operations. This prohibition is in effect regardless of weather conditions. All illegally parked vehicles will be ticketed and/or towed. 

The City of Orillia is a city of 31,000 people in...

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Annual Business Expo continues to make strides

For immediate release (November 7, 2014) – The fourth annual Orillia & Lake Country Business Expo continued its successful streak this year promoting more than 100 local businesses and providing small business owners with an opportunity to network with peers. 

“We saw an increase in the number of exhibitors from Oro-Medonte and Severn Townships”, said Expo Committee Chair Ken Forbes. “The goal of the event was to highlight thevariety and quality of products and services available locally, and I’d...

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Fire hall grand opening set for November 22

For immediate release (November 7, 2014) – The City of Orillia is excited to welcome the community to attend the grand opening celebrations for the new Orillia Fire Station #1 located at 500 Gill Street, taking place at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 22. 

“After many months of thoughtful research, planning and design, we’re looking forward to celebrating the new fire hall with the community,” said Mayor Angelo Orsi. “The new station will include a 9-1-1 Communications Centre serving five...

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Orillia wins top award for waste diversion efforts

For immediate release (November 5, 2014) – The City of Orillia has won a Gold Municipal Award for waste diversion at the Recycling Council of Ontario’s Annual Gala held during Waste Reduction Week in Toronto on October 23, 2014.

“The City of Orillia is honoured to receive this award which recognizes the waste diversion efforts of city staff and our community,” said Mayor Angelo Orsi. “Environmental stewardship is a vital pillar in extending the life of our landfill; we’re proud to be a leader in...

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