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Hybrid open house to review Orillia’s proposed boundary expansion
Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2025 09:55 AM
Jan. 29 marks third open house to consider final boundary expansion options
For immediate release (Dec. 11, 2025) – With available land to meet its growth needs only into the mid-2030s, the City is exploring expansion into the Townships of Severn and Oro-Medonte. A hybrid public open house will take place on Thursday, January 29, 2026, from 6 to 8 PM at the Orillia City Centre in the Council Chamber. This is the third open house on the boundary expansion with the final growth options to be...
Notice of the Passing of Zoning By-Law Amendment - City of Orillia Housekeeping Amendment #12
Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2025 08:30 AM
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Orillia passed By-law 2025-103 on the 8th day of December, 2025 under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P. 13, as amended.
AND TAKE NOTICE THAT no persons or public body shall be added as a party to the hearing of the appeal unless, before the by-law was passed, the person or public body made oral submissions at a Public Meeting or written submissions to the Council or, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are...
2026 Budget Approved
Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 04:34 PM
Cost saving efforts reduces levy increase to 1.48% - one of the lowest property tax increases across the province
For immediate release (Dec. 10, 2025) – Orillia City Council endorsed a 1.48% tax increase for the Mayor’s 2026 Budget at its special meeting on December 10, 2025. The final budget demonstrates a careful, responsible approach to financial planning that minimizes costs for residents while protecting essential services amid ongoing inflation, increased legislative mandates and the...
Celebrate the holidays with free parking in downtown Orillia!
Posted on Tuesday, December 09, 2025 09:15 AM
Celebrate the holidays with free parking in downtown Orillia! Free parking in municipal lots until January 4, 2026.
For immediate release (Dec. 9, 2025) – Celebrate the season and experience the magic of Downtown Orillia with free parking in all municipal downtown parking lots. Free parking starts today, December 9, until January 4, 2026.
The City is bringing back free downtown parking this holiday season to help make holiday shopping easier and more convenient while also supporting local retailers...
Special Council Mayor's Proposed 2026 Operating Budget and Procedural Considerations
Posted on Monday, December 08, 2025 04:35 PM
A Special Council Meeting re Mayor’s Proposed 2026 Operating Budget - Service Partners and Procedural Considerations has been scheduled for Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM in the Council Chamber, Orillia City Centre. A portion of this meeting may be held in Closed Session.
Please Note: Members of the public who wish to attend the open session portions of this meeting are welcome.
Further information is available by contacting:
Corporate Services Department - Council Services Division
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