Mississippi Mills

10/14/2026

Mark your calendar for the annual St. Andrew’s United Church Anniversary Turkey Supper on Saturday, October 24!

Gather with family, friends, and neighbours for a delicious turkey dinner with all the fixings. Choose to dine in or take your meal home.

📍 St. Andrew’s United Church, Pakenham (2585 County Road 29)
⏰Dine-in seatings: 4:30 p.m. and 5:45 p.m.
💲Adults: $25 | Children: $15

Advance reservations are required by October 17 and seating is limited.

📞 To reserve your dine-in meal or place a take-out order, call: Arlene: 613-762-7181 or Patricia: 613-256-4267

Payment can be made by e-transfer to [email protected] or with exact cash at the door.

10/14/2026

Lanark County is seeking local business owners to participate in its Business Retention + Expansion (BR+E) initiative.

Your feedback can help strengthen our local business community and support future economic development efforts. Learn more below!

💡 Help build a stronger business community in Lanark County.

We're inviting local business owners to take part in our Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) Project. By sharing your experiences and ideas, you'll help identify priorities, remove barriers to growth, and strengthen our local economy.

Your voice can make a difference. Join the conversation today.

www.lanarkcounty.ca/working/economic-development/business-retention-and-expansion/

10/14/2026

🗳️ Voting in the 2026 Municipal Election opens Monday, October 19 at 10 a.m.

You can vote anytime by phone or internet between October 19 and Election Day on October 26.

🔔 REMINDER: Due to acclamations, an election will only be held for Ramsay Ward (two councillor positions) and French Public School Board trustee.

Need access to the internet or a phone to cast your ballot? Visit one of our Voter Help Centres listed in the graphic.

Before you vote, be sure to bring:
✔️ Your Voter Information Letter
✔️ Proof of identity and residency (driver’s licence, health card, utility bill, etc.)

Haven’t received your Voter Information Letter yet? Contact the Elections Team at [email protected] or call 613-256-2064 to speak with the Clerk’s Department.

➡️ For everything you need to know about voting, election dates and voter services, visit: www.mississippimills.ca/election.

10/14/2026

⛸️ Extra ice time! A Public Skate has been added at the John Levi Community Centre in Almonte on Saturday, October 17 from 7:00 to 8:20 p.m.

Public Skates in Pakenham:
📍 Friday, October 16 - 7:30 to 8:50 p.m.
📍 Saturday, October 17 - 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Lace up and join us! Public skating fees apply.

10/14/2026

The Howie Road Waste and Recycle Depot will close for the season on November 7, 2026, and will reopen in May.

Need to dispose of items over the winter? Residents can continue to use these year-round facilities:
📍 Pakenham Depot
580 Barr Side Road
⏰ Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

📍 Beckwith Transfer Station
9271 Cavanagh Road, Carleton Place
⏰ Monday to Friday: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
⏰ Saturdays: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Fees may apply.

➡️ For more information about accepted materials and depot locations, visit: www.mississippimills.ca/wasteandrecycledepot

10/14/2026

🏒 Looking for some ice time this fall?

Come out and play some Pick-Up Hockey! This program is open to youth in Grades 6-9 and Grades 10+ (up to age 20).

✅ Full equipment required
✅ $5 cash per session
✅ Fun, recreational play
Grab your friends and come out for a great game of hockey!

📍 ALMONTE 4 – 4:50 p.m.
Mondays – Grades 6-9
Wednesdays – Grades 10+ (up to age 20)

📍 PAKENHAM 4 – 4:50 p.m.
Wednesdays – Grades 6-9
Thursdays – Grades 10+ (up to age 20)

👉 Check out our website for cancelled dates and more: www.mississippimills.ca/hockey

10/13/2026

📚 The Friends of the Mississippi Mills Public Library Annual Book Sale returns October 16-18 and 23-24 at the Rexall Mall in Almonte (430 Ottawa Street)!

Browse thousands of quality books, including:
✔️ Fiction and non-fiction
✔️ Classic and collectible titles
✔️ First editions and author-signed books
✔️ Cookbooks and gardening books
✔️ Popular romantasy titles for youth
✔️ A large children's book selection … and so much more!

Most books are available by donation, with rare and collectible books individually priced.

⏰ Sale Hours
🟩 Friday, October 16: 12 to 6 p.m.
🟩 Saturday, October 17: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
🟩 Sunday, October 18: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
🟩 Friday, October 23: 12 to 6 p.m.
🟩 Saturday, October 24: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Arrive early for the best selection. Popular items go fast!

By shopping the sale, you'll be helping support library programs and services in our community.

10/13/2026

🚶‍♂️ The 14th Annual Hike for Hospice is happening all October long!

Support Home Hospice North Lanark by lacing up your sneakers and hiking when and where it works for you. Every step helps provide care, comfort, and connection to individuals and families throughout our community.

✅ Register as an individual or team
✅ Make a donation
✅ Walk at your own pace, anywhere, anytime this month

➡️ Register or donate here:
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/hhnl-fundraising/p2p/hike-hhnl-oct26/

Pledge sheets are also available at both Mississippi Mills Public Library branches and the Carleton Place Public Library.

💙 Did you know? Every dollar raised stays local, helping Home Hospice North Lanark provide valuable programs and services free of charge to those who need them most.

10/13/2026

Community Organization Luncheon - Thursday, November 5th - https://mailchi.mp/be24093c0d22/community-organization-networking-lunch-nov-5th-10601508

10/13/2026

Voter Information Letters have been mailed!

This letter contains details on how to vote on Election Day, October 26.

Voter Information Letters will only be sent to voters who:
✅ Are eligible to vote in Ramsay Ward, and/or
✅ Are French Public School Board supporters

🙋 If you haven't received a letter by mid-October and believe you’re eligible to vote, or have questions, please contact us:
📨 [email protected]
📞 613-256-2064 (toll-free: 1-888-391-9463)
📌 Municipal Office (3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte)

👉 For more information, visit www.mississippimills.ca/elections