Public Notices

Norman Park Accessibility Project

Please be advised that Sierra Construction will begin constructing an accessible paved walkway at Norman Park starting on Tuesday, September 7. 

During the construction period, it may be required to close Norman Beach temporarily to visitors.

The Rotary Splash Park will continue to operate as usual; however, note that the seasonal closing date is mid-September.

The project is expected to be completed by the end of September.

Thank you for your cooperation and patience during this project.

Central Park Construction Zone

Please be advised that beginning on Tuesday, August 17, Titan Contractors will begin construction in the Central Park area.   

A portion of Park Street will be closed for the day on Tuesday, August 17, 2021.

A portion of First Street South will be closed until further notice, with a detour route in place.

A speed bump to protect a bypass pumping line will be installed on Park Street.

A construction speed limit will be posted in the construction zone.

Motorists are asked to slow down and...

Site Work Development Former Mill Lands

Please be advised that beginning Wednesday, June 16, Kenon Builders will begin preliminary site development on the former mill property. The location will be off of Ninth Street North close to Mellick Avenue on the former mill lands.

This preliminary road work development will lead to the eventual use of the property which will be mixed use of residential and commercial developments.

Questions pertaining to the work may be directed to the contractor Kenon Builders at info@kenon.ca.

 

 

 

 

Covering and Securing Loads to the Transfer Station

The Transfer Station is reminding its customers to ensure all garbage and recycle loads are covered and secured to prevent debris from falling, or sifting onto the road.

A large number of nails, screws, nuts, bolts, and sharp metal objects have been collected on a daily basis by City staff and local residents on the roads leading to the Transfer Station.

On your way to the Transfer Station, you can reduce the litter on the road by using a tarp big enough to cover the load and by tightly securing the...

Urban Deer Management Prevention and Personal Protection

This time of year the urban deer population grows as fawns are born on municipal property and in your yard. The City of Kenora reminds you to be aware of what you can do to prevent unpleasant experiences with deer and how we can work together to manage the deer population.

All wild animals, including deer, can present a danger to people. We are also seen as a danger to them especially in the spring when female deer or does are protective of their fawns, and when male deer or bucks are aggressive in...