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City-wide Garage Sale Day returns June 7
Posted on Tuesday, May 06, 2025 09:45 AM
Residents encouraged to host or shop garage sales to support affordable housing
For immediate release (May 6, 2025) – The City of Orillia is pleased to announce the return of City-wide Garage Sale Day on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Following the success of last year’s event, residents and organizations are once again invited to take part in a day of decluttering, community connection, and support for affordable housing.
In 2024, more than 100 garage sales took place across the city and the initiative...

Celebrate Public Works Week with City at open house on May 24
Posted on Friday, May 02, 2025 03:10 PM
Large equipment displays, games, prizes, paint a plow, tree giveaway and more
For immediate release (May 2, 2025) – The City of Orillia is once again opening its doors – and its garages – to celebrate National Public Works Week with an action-packed open house on Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Municipal Operations Centre, 20 James St. West.
This free event offers residents of all ages a chance to explore City equipment, enjoy interactive displays, and learn directly from...

Reminder to Taxpayers - May 1, 2025
Posted on Thursday, May 01, 2025 08:00 AM
The 2nd instalment of the 2025 Interim Tax Bill is due and payable May 15, 2025. Ratepayers are reminded that penalty is added to all past due instalments or part thereof as follows:
1¼% added on the first working day following the due date and
1¼% per month thereafter beginning June 1, 2025.
Failure to receive the tax bill does not relieve the property owner from payment of taxes or liability for penalty for late payment. Payments for both Tax & Water Bills are accepted at most financial...

Leacock Museum launches season of family fun and heritage discovery
Posted on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 11:08 AM
For immediate release (April 30, 2025) – The Leacock Museum is the destination for family fun this spring and summer. Reopening May 1, 2025, for the season, the museum has plenty of events planned for families and children.
“Spring and summer in Orillia are all about creating memories, and the Leacock Museum offers the perfect backdrop,” said Mayor Don McIsaac. “From hands-on children’s activities to guided tours and outdoor events, the museum blends family fun with a celebration of Orillia’s...

National Youth Week kicks off with free BBQ, games and more
Posted on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 02:34 PM
For immediate release (April 29, 2025) – The City of Orillia is proud to celebrate National Youth Week from May 1 to 7, 2025, highlighting the talents, energy, and leadership of young people within our community.
“Youth are the future of our community, and their energy, ideas, and leadership are invaluable," said Mayor Don McIsaac. “National Youth Week is an important reminder of how vital it is to create opportunities that empower our youth to thrive, and I encourage everyone to come out and...