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Press Release: Flood recovery

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 were damaged and not salvageable. ...

Emergency Preparedness Week, May 5-11, 2019

Emergency Preparedness Week, May 5 - 11, 2019
Are You Ready?

Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) is a federal-provincial-territorial initiative to promote emergency preparedness across Canada. This year, EP Week runs from May 5-11 and the provincial theme for Ontario is: Are You Ready?

Governments at all levels work hard to keep Canadians safe, and to promote resilience of individuals and communities through being adequately prepared for emergencies. Municipalities play an integral role in ensuring...

Notice: Health unit in L'Orignal

THE HEALTH UNIT WILL VISIT TODAY DIFFERENT SITES IN THE FLOOD ZONE Champlain, May 1st, 2019 – A nurse practitioner is working today from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Champlain (L’Orignal sector). She is in an ambulance and working with a community paramedic. They will visit different sites in the flood zone. The nurse practitioner can give tetanos vaccine to people who request them. It is also possible to request a vaccine by calling 211. Valoris and Hawkesbury General Hospital – Mental Health staff...

SPRING FLOOD - CHAMPLAIN UPDATE 8

NEW UPDATE ON RISK OF FLOODING.

Champlain, April 28, 2019, 9:30 a.m.– Champlain Township is providing an update on the risk of flooding.

The water level has only slightly risen during the night; there is no cause for immediate concern. We have a large amount of sandbags ready to adjust to any change in the situation. We will not call for a solidarity blitz to fill sandbags today. Many thanks to all the volunteers who filled sandbags yesterday.

Municipal crews are closely monitoring the entire territory...

SPRING FLOOD - CHAMPLAIN UPDATE 7

NEWS RELEASE
NEW UPDATE ON RISK OF FLOODING.

Champlain, April 27, 2019, 7:30 p.m.– Champlain Township is providing an update on the risk of flooding.

The Township of Champlain wants to reassure the population that although the water level has risen, there is no cause for immediate concern. We have a large amount of sandbags ready to adjust to any change in the situation.

Municipal crews are closely monitoring the entire territory to ensure the safety of the residents. Firefighters are helping protect...