Fenelon Falls revitalization seeks further support from council
Discover Downtown Fenelon Falls team poised to begin implementation and monitoring of programs, data and community feedback gathered recently for the next phase of a multi-year improvement action plan.
City waives fees to support stormwater disconnection from sanitary sewer system
At a recent regular council meeting, council approved an amendment to a building bylaw that introduces a new fee exemption for property owners who remove illegal stormwater connections from the municipal sanitary sewer system.
City Building 30 New Affordable Housing Units In Fenelon Falls
The City of Kawartha Lakes is building 30 new affordable housing units at 106 Murray Street in Fenelon Falls.
Kawartha Lakes considers local housing support
City council is re-evaluating how it delivers housing support through the Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit (COHB) program after calls to expand eligibility to include people living with disabilities.
Fenelon Falls unites for national birthday party
Activities are planned throughout the day at Maryboro Lodge, Garnet Graham Park and beyond during this year’s Fenelon Falls Canada Day celebrations.
Kawartha Lakes celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21
Kawartha Lakes is proud to recognize and celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21.
The Influencers
This list offers a glimpse of some of the top influencers in Kawartha Lakes in many different categories.
Community raises more than $33,000 in support of hospice services at 21st annual Hike for Hospice
Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes Foundation recently hosted its 21st annual Hike for Hospice event, drawing community members from across the region in support Of local hospice and palliative care.
Pride-themed crosswalk in Fenelon Falls a 1st for Kawartha Lakes
Located at the intersection of May and Water streets, Kawartha Lakes’ inaugural Pride crosswalk celebrates inclusivity and diversity across the municipality.
Kawartha Lakes councillor asks council to push for OW increase
The ice storm that hit Kawartha Lakes in March not only had an impact on thousands of residents, but it hit those already financially struggling even harder.
Kawartha Works Community Co-op Upbeat About New Partnerships
It was like a community spring thaw: smiling neighbours, and local “movers and shakers,” setting aside their chainsaws and ice-storm clean-up for an evening, to attend the 2025 Annual Meeting of the Kawartha Works Community Co-op (KWCC).
Councillors say it’s good to see small town spirit at work in storm’s aftermath
Ward 2 Councillor Pat Warren said she had never personally experienced a more devastating weather event in her life as the recent ice storm that pummelled Kawartha Lakes.
Durham Region Paramedics Assist Kawartha Lakes With Checking In On Vulnerable Residents
The City of Kawartha Lakes Community Paramedic team checked in on 400+ people across Kawartha Lakes providing blankets, water, and info on power outages and warming stations.
Changes to Kawartha Lakes groups aims to increase transparency, streamline awards process
Municipal groups may no longer be able to create working groups and subcommittees, should council formally adopt changes to the terms of reference.
Kawartha Lakes council considers ways to mitigate impact of U.S. tariffs
Kawartha Lakes council is seeking staff input regarding ways to mitigate the impact of U.S.-instituted tariffs at the local level.
Kawartha Lakes to review adding disabilities to criteria for housing benefit
Kawartha Lakes council has taken steps toward ensuring individuals with disabilities are prioritized when it comes to housing assistance programs.
To counter the 'anxious generation' more unstructured playtime is needed
As we begin 2025, there is a 101 of discussion about the health of our children and youth. Last year, Jonathan Haidt released a thought-provoking book called The Anxious Generation