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Orillia Transit creates new stop at Orillia Recreation Centre
Posted on Friday, June 24, 2022 10:09 AM
For immediate release (June 24, 2022) – Starting next week, the wheels on the bus will be turning towards the Orillia Recreation Centre at 255 West St. S.
Effective June 27, 2022, the South A and South B Orillia Transit Routes will commence service to the Orillia Recreation Centre main entry every 30 minutes during regular transit service hours. (See the Route Map.)
“Our new Orillia Recreation Centre is an incredible facility for the whole community. Adding this stop will...

New owner takes the helm at Orillia's Floor Fashion Centre
Posted on Thursday, June 23, 2022 04:48 PM
By Orillia Matters Staff
Dean and Roseanne Beers have retired and sold business to former store manager; CDC provided 'invaluable' help to smooth the transition
Dean and Roseanne Beers are retired and loving it.
The long-time owners of Orillia’s Floor Fashion Centre handed over the keys to the kingdom to former store manager, Nicole Smith, on Jan. 1, 2022. With the help of the Orillia Area CDC, the transition has been seamless and practically painless.
“My wife and I were starting...

Phase 2 of Centennial Drive Reconstruction Project begins in August
Posted on Thursday, June 23, 2022 03:20 PM
For immediate release (June 23, 2022) – The second phase of the Centennial Drive Reconstruction Project gets underway beginning in August.
“The reconstruction of Centennial Drive is vital to set the stage for the downtown waterfront area revitalization that will take place over the next several years, bringing new vibrancy, jobs and residents to the area,” said Mayor Steve Clarke. “Summer is a busy time down at the waterfront and we appreciate our community’s and visitors’ patience as...

Transit Detour - See You on the Patio
Posted on Thursday, June 23, 2022 02:06 PM
Orillia Transit Service Notice
Detour Notices & Route Modifications
Downtown Street Closures – See You on the Patio
Starting Friday July 1st, 2022, Mississaga Street will be closed between Front Street and Albert Street, with Peter Street South also being closed between Mississaga Street and the Peter Street entrance to the Steenhof Building Services Group’s parking lot. To accommodate these road closures the following transit detours and changes will be implemented and in place on Friday...

Downtown Tomorrow CIP grant provides facelifts for two new business storefronts
Posted on Wednesday, June 22, 2022 01:43 PM
For immediate release (June 22, 2022) – The City of Orillia has awarded $9,100 for two new projects through the first intake of the 2022 City of Orillia Downtown Tomorrow Community Improvement Plan (CIP) grant program.
“The cumulative impact of the Downtown Tomorrow CIP grant program is being noticed by residents and visitors alike,” said Mayor Steve Clarke. “Each and every project supported through this program adds vibrancy to our storefronts and plays an important role in the revitalization...