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Fire Ban Status & Enforcement

For Immediate Release                                                                                   

The Township would like to remind residents that effective March 20, 2020, a total fire ban has been in place across the Township. Fire bans are enacted by the Fire Chief in accordance with the Fire Protection & Prevention Act and applicable local by-laws.

A total fire ban means absolutely no open air burning unless you are using a cooking appliance with a mechanical shut-off (e.g. barbeque or propane stove). Most neighbouring municipalities have instituted similar total fire...

South Frontenac Fire & Rescue Free Brush Drop Off

For Immediate Release                                                                                   

A fire ban can seem like an unnecessary inconvenience at a time when many people are stuck at home and seeking to burn yard waste; however, dry grass, windy conditions and a moment’s distraction are the perfect recipe for disaster when burning in the spring.

This is one of the reasons that the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) has put a total fire ban in effect for the provinces restricted fire zones, and why the Township and all surrounding Municipalities...

COVID-19 Response: Building Department Services

For Immediate Release 

Effective April 4, 2020, the Township of South Frontenac is temporarily suspending the issuance of building permits for non-essential construction projects. This decision has been made in accordance with the Provincial Regulation made under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act.  A complete listing of essential workplaces is available from the Government of Ontario.

This decision will be in effect until further notice and will be updated pending further direction...

COVID-19 Response: Weekly Update

For Immediate Release                                                                                   

It is our goal to keep residents of South Frontenac up to date on all changes and information related to municipal service delivery and enhanced precautions that have been put in place to protect the community and slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.

Garbage & Recycling: Protect your Collector
As municipalities across Ontario continue to collect garbage & recycling, remember that the individuals delivering these services are doing their best to stay healthy as well. We...

News Release: Two (2) Township Employees Test Positive for COVID-19

Early last week the Township was notified that two (2) of its Public Works employees had been unknowingly exposed to a single confirmed case of COVID-19. This exposure occurred outside of the workplace and was not work-related.In response, the Township immediately directed those two (2) employees to self-isolate as per current public health protocols.As a precautionary measure, the Township also directed six (6) other Public Works employees that came in contact with those individuals to...