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Council Regular Meeting January Date Change

Please be advised that City of Kenora Council will hold its January Council regular meeting on Wednesday, January 22, at 5:00 p.m. rather than on the third Tuesday of this month. 

The meeting date change is to accommodate members of Council attending the Rural Ontario Municipal Association conference. 

The meeting agenda and documents can be found at Kenora.ca on our Agenda and Minutes page for viewing.

Members of Council Attending 2025 ROMA Conference

Mayor Poirier along with Councillors Bernie and Manson and City CAO Kyle Attanasio will join more than 1,600 participants from across the province at the 2025 Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Conference. The conference is being held in downtown Toronto, from January 19 to 21, 2025.

Key presenters include Ontario Premier Doug Ford, opposition leaders, and provincial ministers. Keynote speakers at this year’s event include political columnist Chantal Hébert who is passionate about...

Committee and Board Members Wanted

Are you looking to make a difference in your community?

Joining a Board or Committee of Council is a great way to get involved, provide valuable insight, and gain experience with local government. City Council is seeking citizens interested in serving as a Member of the following:

• The Muse Board
• Accessibility Advisory Committee

The term of appointment is up to November 30, 2026 (at the pleasure of Council). 

The Muse Board

The Muse Board controls and manages the Lake of the Woods Museum and the Douglas...

Interim Tax Bill Notice

2025 Interim Tax Bills have been sent by mail as of Friday, January 10, 2025 for all City of Kenora property owners.

Due date for payment is February 20, 2025. 

Tax bill payments may be made in person at City Hall, by mail, using PaySimply, through your personal telephone banking, or on-line banking service. Please allow three to five business days if paying on-line or directly at your financial institution.

Should you require a receipt, please send payment along with the entire bill; do not detach...

Snow Removal Second Street North and Brinkman Road

Please be advised that snow removal operations will take place on Second Street North and Brinkman Road on Tuesday, January 14, and Wednesday, January 15, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The work plan may be adjusted if there are weather changes or if emergencies and other snow event priorities develop. 

Signs will be posted in the snow removal area to indicate ‘No Parking’ zones.  Vehicles parked in a signed snow removal zone may be ticketed and towed at the owner’s expense. 

As the City works to clear...