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Residents can register for Norfolk’s spring Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) events starting Wednesday, March 20.  

Norfolk County is asking residents for their thoughts, suggestions, and ideas on the Simcoe Recreation Centre’s multi-purpose floor.

Norfolk County Public Library (NCPL) is pleased to announce an upcoming accessibility project at the Port Rowan Branch that will improve access to library resources and enhance accessibility for all visitors.

March is National Procurement month, and Norfolk County is recognizing the valuable work of its Purchasing team this March as part of National Procurement Month.

Construction of the Waterford Skate Park complex will begin this month, dependent on the mild winter weather continuing.

Provincial funding from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry announced in January will enable Norfolk County to purchase gas monitoring equipment to strengthen Norfolk’s ability to respond to legacy gas well emergencies.

Flags at Governor Simcoe Square have been lowered to half-mast until Tuesday, March 5, in honour of The Right Honourable Brian Mulroney P.C. C.C. G.O.Q., 18th Prime Minister of Canada, who passed away on February 29, 2024.
 

The Canadian Mental Health Association, Brant-Haldimand-Norfolk Branch (CMHA) has partnered with the Haldimand Norfolk Housing Corporation, Norfolk County, and Norfolk General Hospital/Holmes House to provide an alternative location for the Addiction Supportive Housing (ASH) program in Simcoe.

Norfolk County residents are encouraged to mark their calendars for the third annual Norfolk Community Days from June 13 to 16, 2024.

Norfolk County is joining other municipalities across the province in launching its first ever FoodCycler ™ Pilot Program.

Spring swimming registration, and spring and summer recreation program registration opens on Tuesday, February 27 at noon, with summer swimming registration beginning on May 7. 

Norfolk County is calling upon members of the community to get involved in the Mayor’s Affordability Roundtable by speaking at an upcoming meeting.  

Norfolk County is reminding residents of changes to programs and facility closures on Family Day, Monday, February 19. While many buildings, programs, and services are not open or running, there are several recreational opportunities for community members of all ages.

Sections of the Waterford Heritage Trail that were closed during the demolition of decommissioned agricultural silos are now open once again.