Salting responsibly is about more than just protecting our drinking water. Did you know that road salt can cause harm to your dogs? Salt between their paw pads causes irritation. Licking it, they ingest chemicals. Use salt sparingly and keep our pets safe. orangeville.ca/SaltResponsibly

Be part of Orangeville’s heritage story! If your home or building was built before 1950, you may be eligible for a Historic Awareness Plaque. Plaques are not heritage designations. They help share local history and community stories. Learn more: orangeville.ca/HistoricPlaques

Some achievements stand apart. The Mayor’s Special Achievement Award recognizes an extraordinary contribution that brings distinction to Orangeville. Learn more about how the Community Recognition Awards celebrate local excellence at orangeville.ca/RecognitionAwards

Join our team as Advisor, Special Projects and help turn priorities into action by leading key initiatives, building strong cross-departmental partnerships and shaping projects that advance our Town’s strategic goals over a two-year contract. 🔗 orangeville.ca/jobs

Feb. 16–22 is Heritage Week, a time to learn about Orangeville’s past and how it continues to shape our future. Explore the heritage tour, local history resources or apply for a Historic Awareness Plaque if your home or building was built before 1950. Learn more: orangeville.ca/HistoricPlaques

We will be observing modified hours over the Family Day weekend. Town offices: closed Feb. 16 Libraries, arenas and transit will have some schedule changes over the weekend. View the hours: orangeville.ca/HolidayHours

Rock salt is a popular de-icer for driveways and walkways, working best between 0°C and -10°C. When used sparingly, it can reduce chloride impacts on drinking water. ❄️ using less is safer for pets ❄️ salt responsibly—less is more Learn more: orangeville.ca/SaltResponsibly

Some people make contributions that shape a community for years. The Community Champion Award recognizes someone whose long-term efforts have made Orangeville stronger and more connected. Know someone who stands out? Nominate them before Feb. 27 orangeville.ca/RecognitionAwards

Thanks to the Access Orangeville committee, in partnership with the StopGap Foundation, portable entrance ramps have been provided three local businesses. These ramps help remove single-step storefront barriers. Congratulations to Bluebird Café & Grill, Maggiolly Art and Altered Nation.

❄️This winter keeps piling on. Snowbanks are taller, space is tighter, and many areas across our community are feeling it. Snowbank removal continues through February as crews work around changing conditions. Thanks for your patience. When you see our Winter Warriors, give them a wave or shout-out! ❄️

We have many great residents whose local passions lead them to big achievements. Help us recognize the individuals and teams who have earned recognition beyond the local level in sports or arts and culture. Nominate them today at orangeville.ca/RecognitionAwards

Road salt is part of winter life in Orangeville, but it’s important to salt responsibly, especially near drinking water protection zones around municipal wells. Just 1 tablespoon per m² is enough, and responsible salting helps protect our water and pets. Learn more: arcg.is/1LbanC1

Are you committed to community safety? If you enjoy working outdoors with members of the community, joining our team of dedicated crossing guards may be for you! We are currently accepting applications for this role. 🔗 orangeville.ca/jobs

Volunteers help make Orangeville thrive. The Volunteer Service Awards (Community Recognition Awards) recognize residents who have served in community services, sports & recreation and arts & culture. Know someone like that? Nominate them by Feb. 27, 4:30 PM: orangeville.ca/RecognitionAwards

Passionate about libraries, lifelong learning and creating engaging programming for the community? The Orangeville Public Library is accepting applications for the role of Co-Ordinator, Program and Research. 🔗 orangeville.ca/jobs

Orangeville is a great place to live because it is built by a community that cares. The new Community Recognition Awards celebrate local volunteers and community achievers who help our town thrive. Nominations close Feb. 27 @ 4:30 p.m. 🔗orangeville.ca/RecognitionAwards

ICYMI: Summer student job applications are open! Are you a student looking to work outdoors, support community programs or gain hands-on experience in your field? Come work with us and build skills, meet people & make a difference. Your summer story could start here. orangeville.ca/SummerJobs

Snow days = winter fun Forts, slides and snowy adventures are part of growing up in Orangeville. As crews continue clearing roads/sidewalks, please keep kids safe by avoiding play in snowbanks and keeping toys/gear away. Snow removal equipment has limited visibility. Let’s keep winter fun and safe

Live on or near Green Street? We want to keep you informed on what to expect for this year's reconstruction project. These projects begin before a shovel even breaks ground, with careful planning and conversations. Join us at our public information meeting: Jan. 28 | 4–6 p.m. | Town Hall atrium

Have experience with operating equipment for infrastructure maintenance such as storm drains, snow removal, and transportation? We’re looking for an equipment operator to join our Infrastructure Services department. 🔗 orangeville.ca/jobs

The significant weather declaration for the Town of Orangeville has ended. Thanks to our Public Works crews who have been working hard to clean up after the storm! We appreciate the patience of our community while work is completed.

Street construction projects begin long before a shovel breaks ground, with careful planning and conversations. If you live on or near Green St. join us at our public information meeting to learn what’s planned and how your feedback fits into the process. Jan. 28 - 4 to 6 p.m. - Town Hall atrium

The scheduled Community Improvement Plan Committee meeting for Tuesday, January 20 has been cancelled. To view upcoming committee, council and public meetings, visit orangeville.ca/Meetings

Effective 10 a.m. on Jan. 15, the Town has declared a significant weather event. An Environment Canada snowfall warning remains in effect. Please do not park on roads or block sidewalks so plows can clear snow. orangeville.ca/Snow

Do you have a love of reading, lifelong learning and a passion and enthusiasm for working with a team to serve your community? The Orangeville Public Library has two part-time openings for the role of Public Services Assistant. 🔗 orangeville.ca/jobs

Do you enjoy working outdoors? We’re currently accepting applications for the role of Parks Horticulture/Public Works Operator. 🔗 orangeville.ca/jobs

Are you skilled at providing support for business databases, applications, integrations and reporting systems? We are looking for an Applications Support Analyst to join our team. 🔗 orangeville.ca/jobs

Snow removal update for Orangeville drivers ❄️ Today (Jan 6) crews are clearing snow in Town-owned parking lots. Please watch for equipment and backing trucks. Weather permitting, Broadway (John to Wellington) is scheduled Jan 8, 3-6 a.m. with a detour for vehicles.

We’re hiring a Senior Procurement Professional to provide guidance and administer our procurement program. 🔗 orangeville.ca/jobs

🎄🌟From all of us at the Town of Orangeville, we wish you a very happy holidays and New Year's. 🌟🎄 A quick reminder our offices are closed until Jan. 2 at 8:30 a.m. Please refer to our holiday hours for all other facilities at orangeville.ca/HolidayHours

Experiencing an after-hours municipal emergency? Call 519-941-0440 and press 9 for assistance. ⚠️ For medical, police, or fire emergencies, call 9-1-1 ⚠️ For power outages, contact Orangeville Hydro at 519-942-8000

Pre-holiday reminder: Warming centres are open (on days when recreation centres are open) if the temperatures are below -5 celsius. From 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. drop by: 🟠 Alder Recreation Centre 🟠 Tony Rose Memorial Sports Centre

Snow is in the forecast! Reminder: No on-street parking 2-7 a.m. or until streets our plowed. Learn more about winter parking, overnight lots, and how our team keeps roads safe at orangeville.ca/WinterParking Stay safe & enjoy the holidays! https://youtu.be/IDIPbf65KSM?si=MFiGqFci8LTecf9E

Are you passionate about swimming and water safety? Applications are open for Spring and Summer Swim Instructor/Lifeguard positions with Orangeville Recreation. You must be 15 or older to apply. 🔗 orangeville.ca/jobs

Your summer story could start here. Are you a student looking to work outdoors, support community programs or gain hands-on experience in your field? Come work with us and build skills, meet people & make a difference. Make it a summer to remember! orangeville.ca/SummerJobs

The regularly scheduled council meeting for December 22 has been cancelled. Interested in watching or attending the next council meeting? Please check out the schedule at orangeville.ca/Meetings Agendas are posted the Thursday prior to the meeting.

A note to our Veteran’s Way community: paving is happening on part of Hansen Blvd so construction vehicles can access the new housing site. Part of the subdivision street will also be paved. This is not the final completion of Hansen Blvd. Please watch for crews and equipment over the next few days.

Need to park overnight while winter parking rules are in effect? We have four public parking lots for use: - Fendley Park - Rotary Park - municipal lot behind 168-178 and 82-90 Broadway - municipal lot at 180 Broadway Learn more: orangeville.ca/winterparking

As we reflect on the past year and look ahead, council and Town staff send warm holiday wishes to our community. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice or more, may this season bring joy & connection. Watch council’s holiday greeting: orangeville.ca/HolidayGreeting

We will be observing modified hours over the Christmas break. Town offices: closed Dec. 24 @ noon until Jan. 1 Libraries, arenas and transit will have some schedule changes over the holidays, including closures on statutory days. View the hours: orangeville.ca/HolidayHours

Can you use the lower boulevard portion of your driveway to park in the winter? YES! Here are a few tips: ✅ stay on the pavement ✅ park horizontally ✅ keep to your side ✅ stay off grass, sidewalks and the road

Council has adopted the 2026 budget, focused on finishing key work, strengthening daily services and responsible future planning. The total tax impact is 3.33%. Updated OPP costs and higher assessment growth helped ease pressures. orangeville.ca/budget

We’re still looking for your thoughts on how Orangeville moves! As we advance our Transportation Master Plan, we’re building a vision for a more connected community. Watch our presentation to council: orangeville.ca/Meetings More: orangeville.ca/TMP

❄️If there’s snow, your car must go!❄️ Please don’t park on the street when it snows. You may get a ticket for blocking a plow. 🔗 orangeville.ca/WinterParking

Share your thoughts on how Orangeville moves! As we advance our Transportation Master Plan, we’re building a vision for a more connected community. Watch our presentation to council: 📅 December 8 at 7 p.m. More: orangeville.ca/TMP

Winter parking rules are in place. If you park on the street overnight between 2 and 7 a.m. you could be ticketed. Need somewhere to park? Find locations at orangeville.ca/WinterParking

Are you registered for the 10-month pre-authorized property tax payments? You may have received a letter about upcoming payment adjustments. Please note: the letter incorrectly stated changes would begin Dec. 5 — the correct date for the first adjusted withdrawal is Jan. 9.

Warming centres in Orangeville are open today (Dec. 1) due to temperatures -5C or below. From 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. drop by one of our warming centres: 🟠 Alder Recreation Centre 🟠 Tony Rose Memorial Sports Centre

Overnight winter parking rules start Dec 1! No street parking 2-7 a.m. until Mar 31 so plows can keep roads safe and clear. Daytime rules apply during/after heavy snowfall too. Use one of four overnight lots & check signs on how to park. More tips: orangeville.ca/WinterParking

Environment Canada weather alert issued for our area. Gusting winds and squalls are expected until Sat. Staff are working to keep our streets safe and will continue to respond as the situation changes. Remember to drive safely and according to road/weather conditions.