Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley

08/24/2026

The Official List of Certified Candidates for the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley's 2026 Municipal Election is now available.

Mayor:
OOSTERHOF, Henry
SMITH, Rob

Council:
BRAYTON, Earl
DOWNEY, Dan
HERON, Don
KINCH, Leanne
KNAPP, Lawrence
RENAUD, Eleanor Leacock
SALMON, Paul William
THOMPSON, Clint
WOOLLEY, Cam

🗳️ Election Day is Monday, October 26, 2026, with advance voting available from October 19 to 23, 2026.

View the full list of certified candidates and election information on the Township website:

08/21/2026

August 20, 2026 Special Council Meeting

Procedural Update: Integrity Commissioner Report

The Township would like to clarify a procedural error that occurred during last night’s Council meeting regarding a motion to publish an Integrity Commissioner’s report on the Township’s website.

During the vote, two Members voted in favour, two voted against, and one Member abstained. This was initially deemed a tie and the Mayor cast the deciding vote in favour of the motion. Under the Township’s Procedural By-law, an abstention is required to be recorded as a vote in the negative. The motion therefore received three votes against and two votes in favour and should have been declared defeated.

The Township will bring this matter forward at the next regular meeting of Council to correct the official record.

As a result, the Township will not be publishing the Integrity Commissioner’s report on its website or creating an online register of Integrity Commissioner reports as proposed in the motion.

The report was included in the publicly available Council agenda, which satisfies the Township’s statutory obligations under the Municipal Act with respect to making the report available to the public.

We recognize that members of the public attended last night’s meeting and that others watched the proceedings online. We are providing this clarification to ensure that the public is aware of the procedural error and the resulting outcome.

08/13/2026

Drinking Water Wise Webinar: The State of Drinking Water in Ontario 🫗

Interested in learning more about drinking water in Ontario? Join the next Drinking Water Wise Webinar on September 3, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.

This free virtual session will explore the current state of drinking water in Ontario and provide valuable information on drinking water protection and stewardship.

Date: September 3, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom (Virtual)
Cost: Free

Register here: https://www.quintesourcewater.ca/protecting-water/education-and-outreach/drinking-water-webinars/

Presented by the Best Practices Eastern Ontario Working Group.

Drinking Water Wise Webinars offer expert insights on water protection, policies, and best practices to ensure safe and sustainable water sources.

08/13/2026

⚠️ Correction: Household Hazardous Waste Day

Please note that the date listed in our Summer Newsletter for an upcoming UCLG Household Hazardous Waste Day was incorrect.

✅ The correct date is Saturday, August 15, 2026.

The newsletter mistakenly listed August 16. We apologize for the error and any confusion this may have caused.

Please see the updated event poster below for full event details.

If you have any questions about Household Hazardous Waste Days, please contact UCLG at 613-342-3840 ext. 2425.

Thank you for your understanding.

08/06/2026

Interested in making a difference in your community?

Strong communities are built by engaged residents. If you've ever considered serving your community and helping shape local decisions, now is the time to get involved.

Nomination packages for the 2026 Municipal Election are available online or at the Township Office (6544 New Dublin Road, Addison).

✅ Completed nomination papers must be filed in person.
✅ Candidates are encouraged to contact the Township Office at 613-345-7480 to arrange an appointment and ensure staff availability.

Nomination Day Deadline: August 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

For more information, contact the Township Office or visit the election page on our website: ektwp.ca/election2026

08/04/2026

The 2026 Final Property Tax Bills are on their way!

Please allow a few days for your bill to arrive by mail.

If you haven't received your bill by this time next week, please contact the Township Office.

Payment Due Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
ektwp.ca/payingtaxes

07/31/2026

There's still room in the third and final swim session of the season!

Don't miss your chance to register for this two-week session, running August 10 to August 21.

✅ Register in person next week between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
✅ Or register by email at [email protected]

Spots are limited, so sign up soon and finish the summer with a splash!

Swimming lessons are back at Lyn Pit for Summer 2026!

Whether you're just starting out or looking to build confidence in the water, lessons are available for all ages and skill levels. 🏊‍♀️

Session Dates:
• Session 1: July 6 – July 17
• Session 2: July 20 – July 31
Lesson Break
• Session 3: August 10 – August 21
(Note: There will be a break between Session 2 and Session 3)

Cost: $75 per child, per session

For more information or to register online visit ektwp.ca/ektwpswim or contact [email protected]

07/31/2026

Upcoming Holiday Hours: August Long Weekend

Both Township Offices (6544 New Dublin Rd. and 424 County Rd. 29) and the Fire Administration Office (44 Main St. E., Lyn) will be closed on Monday, August 3, 2026, for the Civic Holiday.

The Waste Site will be closed on Monday, August 3, 2026. Regular operating days remain Saturday, August 1, 2026, and Wednesday, August 5, 2026.

All library branches will be closed on Monday, August 3, 2026.

North End (East of CR 29) Collection Changes:

📌Waste Collection:
Monday collection will be moved to Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
Questions?:
Reach out to Limerick Environmental
Phone: 613-345-1891

📌Recycling Collection:
Monday collection is unaffected and will proceed as scheduled.
Questions?:
Reach out to Emterra Environmental
Phone: 1-888-597-1541
Email: [email protected]

07/29/2026

The Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley's Economic Development Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Business of the Year Award!

Do you know a local business that goes above and beyond? Whether they provide exceptional service, support community initiatives, demonstrate innovation, or make a positive impact in Elizabethtown-Kitley, we'd love to hear about them.

❓How to Nominate:
Tell us the name of the business and include a short explanation of what makes them stand out.

❓How to Submit:
Nominations can be sent by mail to the Township Office at 6544 New Dublin Road, RR 2, Addison, ON K0E 1A0, or by email to [email protected].

❗Deadline:
Nominations must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. on Friday, August 28, 2026.

New Business in Elizabethtown-Kitley?

The Economic Development Committee would like to recognize businesses that have recently opened in the Township. If you've started a new business within the past year, please contact the Clerk at [email protected] so your business can be included in the celebration at the 2026 Business of the Year Breakfast this fall.

07/20/2026

Please be advised that the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville will be completing rehabilitation work on Wright's Bridge, located on County Road 7, approximately 0.28 km south of County Road 16 in the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley.

Construction Schedule:
🔸Start: July 21, 2026
🔸Expected Completion: October 16, 2026
Please note that construction timelines are subject to change.

To allow this work to be completed safely, County Road 7 will be closed between County Road 16 and Kinch Street. There will be no through traffic during the closure.

Local access will be maintained:
🔸 Between Wright's Bridge and County Road 16
🔸 Between Wright's Bridge and Kinch Street

A signed detour will be in place via County Road 16, County Road 29, and Kinch Street.

This rehabilitation work will help preserve the bridge, extend its service life, and ensure it remains safe for the travelling public.