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Downtown Tomorrow Plan wins national award
Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2013 06:45 AM
The City of Orillia’s Downtown Tomorrow Plan has won an Award of Merit for Planning Excellence from the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP).
The City, together with its consultant team led by Urban Strategies Inc., was recognized in the category of Rural/Small Town Planning at the CIP Conference in Vancouver in July 2013.
“Council is extremely proud of the Downtown Tomorrow Plan and the national recognition it has received,” said Mayor Angelo Orsi. “The Plan’s comprehensive vision will guide the...
Solar-project training lands jobs; second session added
Posted on Friday, August 30, 2013 09:15 AM
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More than half of the 35 individuals who attended last week’s free training session at the Orillia City Centre were employed in the solar industry within a few days.
Due to that success, a second free training workshop is scheduled for Sept. 5 from noon to 2 p.m. in council chambers.
“The rate of hiring following the last solar-project training is very encouraging,” said Dan Landry, manager of economic development for the City of Orillia. “Orillia is fortunate to have a strong...
Consumer Fireworks Displays are Not Permitted in Orillia
Posted on Thursday, August 29, 2013 07:30 AM
Throughout the summer months particularly around special events like Labour Day, many families like to enjoy firework displays. However, family fireworks in the City of Orillia are regulated by Chapter 938 of the City of Orillia's Municipal Code. That means it is illegal to use consumer or family-friendly fireworks such as:
- Showers
- Fountains
- Golden Rain
- Roman Candles
- Volcanoes
For more information contact the Orillia Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division at 705-325-5215 or Legislative Services at...
City’s Official Plan approved by OMB
Posted on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 11:15 AM
The Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) recently approved the City of Orillia’s Official Plan.
“The City’s new Official Plan is a forward-looking, progressive policy document that will serve as a blueprint for development in Orillia for years to come,” said Ian Sugden, Director of Development Services for the City of Orillia.
Orillia City Council adopted the Official Plan on March 9, 2010, followed by an approval issued by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing with modifications on March 17, 2011...
Jobs landed after successful solar project training
Posted on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 11:30 AM
More than half of the 35 individuals who attended last week’s free training session at the Orillia City Centre were employed in the solar industry within a few days. Due to this success, a second free training workshop is scheduled for Thursday Sept. 5, 2013, from noon to 2 p.m. in Council Chambers.
“The rate of hiring following the last solar project training is very encouraging,” said Dan Landry, Manager of Economic Development for the City of Orillia. “Orillia is fortunate to have a strong...
