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Champlain Township Celebrates François Bellemare: Honorary Warden’s Award Recipient

L'Orignal, November 26, 2024 — The Township of Champlain is proud to shine a spotlight on an exceptional individual whose contributions to our community have left an indelible mark. Last Saturday, François Bellemare, a dedicated volunteer firefighter and active community member, was awarded the Honorary Warden’s Award, a recognition of his unwavering commitment and selfless service to our region, during the annual Warden’s Banquet of United Counties of Prescott and Russell.

François Bellemare is...

Champlain 2024 Christmas Parade is Around the Corner!

The holiday season is fast approaching, and Champlain’s Christmas Parade is just around the corner! Join us for a magical evening full of festive fun, starting Friday, November 29, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. The parade will begin at the corner of Stanley and Home, travel along Higginson, Derby, Main, and Home, and end at Saint-Grégoire School.

2024 Activities

• Share the Holiday Spirit With Those in Need: Foodland will be collecting non-perishable food items along the parade route for our local food bank....

Champlain Food Drive

Once again is it time for the Champlain Holiday Food Drive. The food and money collected through this effort is always a vital component of our efforts to fight hunger and feed hope. Thank you for your support for the drive either through your donations or through the efforts of the local business partners throughout the township who support our local Food Drive.

L'Orignal Food Drive

There will be no door-to-door collection. People can bring their non-perishable foods and money donations at the...

Firefighter’s Gala Raises Funds for Local and Regional Causes

Champlain Township, November 7, 2024 – Champlain Township proudly hosted the annual Prescott and Russell Mutual Aid Association Firefighter’s Gala on October 5, 2024. Thanks to the generous support of our community, this year’s gala successfully raised funds that will make a meaningful impact across several important causes in our region.

The proceeds have been donated as follows:

• Hawkesbury General Hospital (HGH): $3,000, with $1,500 directed to Mental Health Services and $1,500 toward Cancer...

Retirement Announcement & Open Position for Chief Building Official

After 34 years of dedicated service to the Township of Champlain, Jacques Gauthier, Chief Building Official (CBO), has announced his retirement. Jacques has been an integral part of our township’s development, overseeing numerous projects and ensuring that residents, contractors, and entrepreneurs received the guidance and support they needed.

Jacques’ career in construction began early, working for construction companies during his high school summers. His passion for the field led him to...