News and Public Notices

Notification for the closure of the Highway 417 Westbound On Ramp (Both S-W Ramp and N-W Merge Ramp) as well as the Hwy. 417 Westbound Off Ramp at Highway 34.
These ramps will be closed for a duration of three calendar days starting Wednesday May 29th, 2019 @ 7:00 am, and will reopen on Friday May 31st, 2019 @ 9:00 PM. Advance Notification Signs are currently in place. Detour signage will be installed prior to the closure.
In the event that construction is delayed due...
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Ontario Government Activates Disaster Recovery Assistance to Support Residents in the Ottawa River Area May 7, 2019 11:00 A.M. TORONTO - Our government is acting swiftly and notifying the municipalities of Ottawa, Clarence-Rockland, Champlain and Alfred and Plantagenet that we have activated the Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontarians program in areas affected by recent overland flooding from the Ottawa River. The safety of those affected by this natural disaster is our...
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Flood recovery   Champlain, May 10, 2019 - In anticipation of the receding flood water levels, Champlain Township is preparing to assist in the clean-up efforts of those affected by the flood.   The Township will be providing one 30 or 40 yard waste container in each of the following areas; Domaine Chartrand, Dufour St., Montpetit St., and Des Chalets St. These waste containers will be available to dispose of any building, house, and yard materials etc. that...
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Please be advised that as of Monday, May 13, 2019 the Ontario Clean Water Agency, as part of their regular spring maintenance, will begin flushing fire hydrants throughout the Villages of Vankleek Hill, L’Orignal and Laurentian Park.
This procedure ensures proper operation of the fire hydrants and helps remove accumulated rust from the watermain. Consequently, this could result in a temporary drop in pressure or possible water discoloration (slight reddish colour) which...
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CANADIAN RED CROSS PROVIDING FINANCIAL AID FOR FLOODING RELIEF. 
Red Cross is registering impacted residents, assessing needs and delivering support Ottawa - May 3, 2019
The Canadian Red Cross has announced financial assistance for households in affected Quebec, New Brunswick and Ontario communities directly impacted by spring flooding. Affected households may receive $600 to help meet their immediate needs.
All details in the attached press release.

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