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For immediate release (July 16, 2019)  - The City of Orillia has received notice from the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit that a swim advisory has been issued for Couchiching Beach, located at Couchiching Beach Park, due to a higher than normal bacteria count.
A swimming advisory is issued when the bacteria levels exceed those considered acceptable by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit.  An advisory is a warning to swimmers, but it is not...
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For immediate release (July 4, 2019) – As we continue to ride this recent heat wave, the City of Orillia would like to share some ways you and your family can stay cool.
The Orillia Fire Department recommends the following tips to stay cool and hydrated during the heat wave:

• Drink plenty of water and fluids to prevent dehydration.
  
• Avoid strenuous outdoor activity and exercise.
  
• Take a cool shower or bath.
  
• If you go...
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For immediate release (July 3, 2019) – The City of Orillia has installed 42 banners, highlighting five themes, that celebrate the spirit of Orillia on street side light poles along Mississaga Street East and Centennial Drive.
“The new banners bring vibrancy to one of Orillia’s greatest tourist destinations – our beautiful downtown and waterfront,” said Mayor Steve Clarke. “Seeing a unique artistic interpretation of some...
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For immediate release (June 27, 2019) – Orillia has reached another milestone in the downtown waterfront redevelopment project as the City shortlists three development proponents to advance to the next phase of the 70 Front St. N. property sale. 
The three successful proponents invited to submit a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the waterfront redevelopment project are Amico Properties, Fram Building Group and TPI Acquisitions (Tribal).
“Our...
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City administration offices are closed Monday, July 1, 2019 for Canada Day. This includes:
Orillia City Centre – 50 Andrew St. S.
Municipal Operations Centre - 20 James St. W.
Wastewater Treatment Centre - 40 Kitchener St.
Waste Diversion Site - 100 Kitchener St.
Orillia Opera House (Administration and Box Office) – 20 Mississaga St. W.
Orillia Public Library...
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