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Notice: Special Meeting of Council- December 18

Champlain, December 15, 2025 - Special Meeting of Council

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Champlain will hold a Special meeting on December 18, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. at the United Counties of Prescott and Russell County Office, 59 rue Court Street, L'Orignal, for closed meeting discussions regarding a Litigation – Appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal for the Larabie application for rezoning. The agenda will be posted on the website prior to the meeting.

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Township of Champlain Assumes Management of L’Orignal Marina for 2026 Season

December 15, 2025, Township of Champlain - The Township of Champlain is pleased to announce that, beginning with the 2026 boating season, the L’Orignal Marina will be managed directly by the Township’s Parks and Recreation Department. This follows the conclusion of the current operating agreement with Riverest Inc.

The Township is committed to ensuring a smooth transition and continued, uninterrupted operations.

“We extend our sincere thanks to Riverest Inc. for their dedication and service over...

Project Zero: Enbridge Gas & Champlain Fire Services Unite for Safer Homes

Champlain Township, November 28, 2025 – At yesterday's Council meeting, Enbridge Gas Ontario (Enbridge Gas), and the Champlain Fire and Emergency Services announced they are working together to improve home safety and bring fire and carbon monoxide-related deaths down to zero.

The Champlain Fire and Emergency Services received 144 combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms through Safe Community Project Zero–a public education campaign with the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council (FMPFSC)...

2025 Remembrance Day Ceremonies

The 2025 Champlain Remembrance Day Ceremonies will be conducted at L'Orignal Cenotaph in L'Orignal Park at 11 a.m. and at Vankleek Hill Cenotaph in Town Square Park at 2:00 p.m. on November 9, 2025, thanks to the Hawkesbury Legion.

At 11:00 a.m. on the 11th day of the 11th month, a moment of silence will be observed to honour all who have fallen and acknowledge those who have served for our freedom. Lest we forget.

Wreaths

​Laying of the wreaths is typically a significant part of the Remembrance...

Champlain is Hiring a Winter Patroller and Equipment Operator

Champlain, October 31, 2025 -  Champlain Township is Hiring a Winter Patroller and Equipment Operator

The Township of Champlain requires a Winter Patrol and Equipment Operator to work split shifts on weekends from November to end of March or beginning of April:

Hours of Work: Saturday and Sunday: 2 AM to 6 AM and four (4) hour afternoon shifts at times as agreed to with the employer.  Some additional hours might be required from time to time.

For more information about the job posting and to apply,...