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Canada Day Festivities in Champlain Township a Resounding Success

July 3, 2024, Township of Champlain - The Canada Day celebrations held at L'Orignal Beach on July 1st, 2024, were a grand success. Organized by L'Orignal Firefighter Association and Champlain's Parks and Recreation Department, the festivities brought together the community for a day of fun, entertainment, and national pride.

From noon to 10 p.m., L'Orignal Beach was bustling with activity as more than 1500 residents and visitors of all ages came together to enjoy the diverse range of events. The...

Champlain Township Announces its 2024 Ontario Senior of the Year

Champlain, June 28, 2024 - Champlain Township Announces its 2024 Ontario Senior of the Year

Last night, during the Council's regular meeting at the UCPR Town Hall, Champlain recognized Mrs. Michelle Larocque of L'Orignal with the Ontario Senior of the Year Award for her outstanding work in the community.

A mother of three, Mrs. Larocque has long been involved in the L'Orignal community. Committed to helping young people enjoy sports, she became a baseball coach, joined the Jeannettes group and...

Champlain Township Awards 12 Bursaries to 2024 High School Graduates

Township of Champlain, June 27, 2024 - Champlain Township Awards 12 Bursaries to 2024 High School Graduates

Mayor Normand Riopel and members of Council are proud to recognize twelve young residents with a $200 bursary for academic achievement. The township is committed to rewarding their efforts throughout the year and to encouraging them to pursue their education in a field in which they are truly passionate. A total of $2,400 was distributed among our young residents.

"These bursaries acknowledge...

Consultation Paused on Update Wetland Mapping

Consultation Paused on Updated Wetland Mapping: a Message from South Nation Conservation

Please be advised that the SNC, RVCA and RRCA are pausing consultation on updated wetland mapping. We appreciate the feedback and comments we have received to-date and support the direction we received from the Ministry of Natural Resources giving us time to work on a local approach.

Over the coming months, the conservation authorities will work with ministry staff, municipalities, and stakeholders to develop...

Canada Day 2024 in Champlain!

Canada Day 2024 at L'Orignal Park & Beach

Mark your calendars! Thanks to our generous partners, we have another day of celebrations filled with activities for the whole family! Check out the schedule below. See you at the beach! 

• 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.: Bouncy castles, water slide, DJ,  popcorn, face painting and activities for children
• 12 p.m. - 7 p.m.:  Food concessions
• 1 p.m.: Cartoonist (Sign up required at the Champlain tent. First come, first served.)
• 1 p.m.: Zumba Fitness with Kim 
• 12 p.m. - 9 p.m.:...