News & Announcements
OPP — Deer Crossing Ahead: Drive Smart, Stay Safe!
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind all motorists traveling through Dufferin County to remain extremely vigilant in areas known for deer activity. As deer are more active, it's crucial to be aware of your surroundings.
2024 Tree Harvesting (1926, Aikens, and Klondyke Forest Tracts)
The Town will be harvesting approximately 4,200 trees from 3 of its forest tracts starting November 2024. Signage and barriers/fencing will be present. Please obey all signage and avoid the designated areas.
2025 Budget Consideration
Council will begin considering its 2025 Budget at its meeting on October 8, 2024. There are six budget meetings scheduled.
Food Bank Challenge
The Town of Mono has accepted a challenge from the Town of Melancthon to host a food drive! The Food Bank Challenge will go from October 1 to November 29, 2024.
Noise Bylaw Survey: Survey Results Published
Council needs your input on a proposed Noise Bylaw! The bylaw provides days of the week and times when activities such as lawn maintenance and the operation of tools can be done. The survey must be submitted before July 31, 2024.
2024 Hunting Season
Hunting on Your Property without Permission, Trespassing, or Suspected Poaching: Call the Natural Resources Violation Reporting Line: 1-877-TIPS-MNR (1-877-847-7667).As well as the Natural Resources Violation Reporting Line, you may also report cases of trespassing or suspected poaching to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Don't Flush These!
Many items we use on a daily basis cannot go down our toilets or drains. Several products, even those labelled “flushable” or “biodegradable” do not dissolve and can cause issues, such as blockages.
OPP: Reminder that Motorists Must Stop for School Buses
The Dufferin Detachment of the OPP along with area school bus drivers would like to remind all drivers that a stopped school bus with its red overhead flashing lights and extended stop arm requires all approaching drivers to stop.
Notice: Hydrant Flushing | August 21, 2024
The Town of Mono's operating authority will be performing hydrant flushing in some areas of the Cardinal Woods and Island Lake Drinking Water Systems starting on August 21, 2024. The flushing is expected to be completed by early next week.
Mono-Adjala Townline Road Closure: Simcoe Road 1 and 15 Sideroad
There will be a road closure along Mono-Adjala Townline between Simcoe Road 1 and 15 Sideroad for a bridge rehabilitation project. The bridge is located approximately 200 metres north of Simcoe Road 1.
Dufferin County Survey: Older Adult Services Review
This work aims to assess the current state of older adult services, identify gaps, and propose tailored recommendations to meet the current and future needs of older adults across Dufferin County.
Keep Watch! Turtle Crossings on Roads
When driving, please slow down and watch for wildlife. Turtles are searching for a nesting location to lay their eggs right now. You will likely see many along the sides of roads and trails, especially close to bridges and wetlands.
Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate the New Accessible Tennis Courts & Infrastructure at Mono Centre Park
May 26: Town of Mono Mayor, John Creelman and CAO Mike Dunmore were joined by Tennis Canada’s Manager of National Events, Marie Davies and Ontario Tennis Association CEO, Richard Mainella for the ribbon cutting ceremony for the two new tennis courts.
Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate Six New Dedicated Pickleball Courts at Mono College Park
Earlier today (May 24, 2024), Dufferin-Caledon MPP Sylvia Jones was joined by Town of Mono Mayor John Creelman , CAO Mike Dunmore, and a host of avid picklers, for the ribbon cutting ceremony for the six new dedicated pickleball courts, complete with nets, posts, fencing, wind break, and LED lighting at Mono College Park in Mono.
Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate the New Accessible Tennis Courts & Infrastructure at Mono Centre Park
On Sunday, May 26th at 2 pm, Kyle Seeback, MP for Dufferin Caledon, and Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier of Ontario and MPP for Dufferin Caledon will be at Mono Centre Park to celebrate the construction of two accessible tennis courts.
Media Advisory: Ribbon Cutting To Celebrate Six New Dedicated Pickleball Courts At Mono College Park
On Friday, May 24th at 10 a.m., Dufferin-Caledon MPP Sylvia Jones will be at Mono College Park to celebrate their receipt of an Ontario government grant funded through the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) for the construction of six dedicated pickleball courts.
Public Meeting: Proposed Development Charges (DC) Bylaw
On June 25, 2024 the Council of the Town of Mono will hold a public meeting to present and obtain public input on the municipality’s proposed development charges by-law & background study.
Press Release: $100,000 Grant from the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program – COVID-19 Resilience Stream Gives Mono Two New Tennis Courts at Lynn Gibson Park
Earlier today, the Hon. Kinga Surma, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure, and Sylvia Jones, MPP for Dufferin—Caledon, were joined by Town of Mono Mayor, John Creelman and CAO Mike Dunmore for the ribbon cutting ceremony for the two new accessible tennis courts at Lynn Gibson Park.
2024 Upcoming Road Gravel Application
The Town of Mono will be conducting its annual road gravel applications, commencing May 13th, 2024 (weather permitting) in the North & East Quadrants.
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health to Apply Larvicide, West Nile Virus Control Program
In the coming weeks, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDG Public Health) will be applying larvicide to catch basins and surface water on locations owned or managed by the Town of Mono.
2024 Upcoming Dust Suppressant Application
The Town of Mono will be starting to apply calcium chloride to the gravel roads on May 9th, 2024 (weather permitting). The application takes approximately one month to reach all Town roads, depending on the weather.
Media Advisory: Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate the ‘love’ of New Tennis Courts at Lynn Gibson Park
On Friday, May 3rd at 12 noon, Hon. Kinga Surma, Minister of Infrastructure, Province of Ontario, a Ministry of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Representative and Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier of Ontario and MPP for Dufferin Caledon will be at Lynn Gibson Park in Mono to celebrate the receipt of a federal and provincial government grant funded through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program, COVID Stream for the construction of two accessible tennis courts.
2024 Load Restrictions: Lifted
Reduced loads are in effect from March 1st to May 15th, each year, on all Town of Mono roads, with the exception of access to Coles Industrial/Commercial developments, via 2nd Line EHS.
Ontario Energy Board: Notice of a Hearing
Enbridge Gas Inc. has applied to renew its natural gas franchise agreement and for a new certificate of public convenience and necessity for the Town of Mono. You must engage with the OEB on or before April 1, 2024 to provide input or apply to be an intervenor.
Media Advisory: $10,000 OTF Grant Provides New Outdoor Recreation Opportunity For Residents
On February 4, 2024 at 1 p.m., Dufferin-Caledon MPP Sylvia Jones will be at Mono Community Centre to celebrate the Town of Mono’s receipt of an Ontario government grant funded through the OTF to create a Snowshoe Lending Library program.
OPP Launch CAMSafe Program in Dufferin County
The Dufferin detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has implemented the CAMSafe program. CAMSafe is a program aimed at creating a database of residential and commercial security cameras within a community that may act as a resource for police when investigating offences/crime.
Rogers fastest fibre-powered internet and TV is coming to Mono
Rogers, in partnership with our trusted construction partner, FusionTech Telecommunications, is bringing fibre-powered internet directly to your home.
Dufferin County: Rain Barrel Program Survey
Dufferin County is exploring the creation of a program to offer low-cost rain barrels. Share your thoughts in a short survey for your chance to win a $50 gift card to a local garden centre of your choice!
Public Notice: September 13, 2024 Update — Fieldstone Wastewater Treatment Plant, Operations
Further to our June 20, 2024 notice, temporary measures remain in place as a result of issues with some of the key operating components. Although these temporary measures may present some odours from time to time
Caring for Your Septic/Wastewater Treatment System
Caring for your septic system/wastewater system is something to keep in mind every day. Whether you are on a private system or a municipal wastewater treatment system, there are many items we use on a daily basis cannot go down toilets/drains.
Notice of Passing of Municipal-Wide Development Charges By-law
Council of the Town of Mono passed municipal-wide development charges By-law No. 2024-28 on the 16th day of July, 2024.
2024 Crack Sealing Maintenance Operations
The Town will begin crack sealing operations on various roads and bridges throughout the Town of Mono, commencing on Tuesday August 20th, 2024. The work is expected to take two weeks to complete, weather permitting.
Pickleball Courts Closed on September 8
The Pickleball Courts at Mono College Park will be closed on September 8th, 2024 for an event.
Notice: Committee of Adjustment July 25, 2024 Meeting Cancelled
The Committee of Adjustment meeting scheduled for July 25, 2024 at 7:00 pm has been cancelled. This meeting will be rescheduled for a later date.
We're Listening: Kite Fighting Bylaw
Council is listening to your comments, suggestions, and feedback about the proposed bylaw. Comments on the bylaw must be submitted before June 11, 2024.
2024 Spring Town Hall Meeting: Watch the Recorded Video
Come out to this year's Spring Town Hall meeting on April 27 , starting at 9:30 am. The topic for this Town Hall is road safety in Mono. There will also be an open forum when residents can ask Council anything.
Located: Tools on Dufferin Road 8, east of Mono Centre Road
Located: tools on Dufferin Road 8, east of Mono Centre Road. The tools were likely lost on May 29 or 30. If you or someone you know lost some tools there, please contact us and be prepared to provide a description of what you are missing.
Changes to the Blue Box (Recycling) Program
All about Invasive Species!
Learn about invasive plants, animals and insects and what we can do to help prevent their spread.
After Hours? Out of the Area? Town Hall Is Closer than You Think
Did you know that many of the services you may come into Town Hall to receive are available online? If you cannot come in during our regular hours or if you are outside of Mono, you can still do lots online.
Lowering Monora Park Pond's Water Levels
Monora Park's Pond water levels will be lowered today (May 25, 2022). The pond levels are being lowered as part of the process in the CVC's Monora Park Dam Mitigation project.