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Notice of two complete applications and a public meeting - April 2025

Champlain Township, April 2 2025 - Take notice that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Champlain received two complete applications and will hold a Public Meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at the United Counties of Prescott and Russell County Council Chambers, 59 rue Court Street, L'Orignal, to consider two proposed amendments to the Zoning By-law No. 2000-75 of the Township of Champlain under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended.

First proposed...

Be More Active Spring Session 2025

Champlain, March 24, 2025 - Registration is Now Open for Be More Active Spring Session Program

Champlain's Be More Active spring session program will be begin on April 7 for 9 weeks. Classes offered this session are:

• Adult Fit, Mondays at 4:30 p.m. (Vankleek Hill)
• Circuit Training, Mondays at 6 p.m. (Vankleek Hill)
• Hatha Yoga, Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m. (L'Orignal), and
• Vinyasa Yoga. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. (L'Orignal)

Register for $80 and gain access to ALL classes offered in Vankleek Hill and L'Orignal....

Invitation to Tender for the Supply and Delivery of Winter Sand

Champlain, March 21, 2025 - The Township of Champlain is inviting bids from qualified contractors for supply and delivery of winter sand. This tender is open to all suppliers who meet the required specifications and qualifications outlined in the tender documents.

All submissions must be received no later than Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. (local time). Late submissions will not be considered.

The following is a general but not necessarily complete description of the works to be constructed...

Free Tree Seedlings Available for Champlain Township Residents

Free Tree Seedlings Available for Champlain Township Residents

Champlain Township is pleased to announce its participation in this year’s spring tree seedling giveaway, an initiative aimed at promoting reforestation and enhancing green spaces within the community.

Residents have the opportunity to receive free tree seedlings, thanks to a partnership with South Nation Conservation. With over 8,000 seedlings being distributed across participating municipalities, supplies are limited and will be...

Budget 2025: Fourth Lowest Tax Bill Among UCPR Municipalities

March 11, 2025, Township of Champlain – At a Regular Council meeting on February 27, the Township of Champlain’s Council approved the 2025 municipal budget of $21.7 million with an operating budget of $15,977,871 and capital projects of $5,704,790.

For 2025, the property tax bill is increased by 4.37%. For a typical residential property with an assessment of $231,258, this represents an increase of $133.65:

• $98.03 for the municipal portion (6%)
• $35.62 for the United Counties’ portion (3.33%)
• No...