News & Announcements

Total Fire Ban Declared

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The Total Fire Ban is in effect as of August 6th at 8 am until further notice. These are dangerous fire conditions and fire may spread quickly. All burning permits are suspended and all open fires are prohibited.

Date: 
August 6, 2025
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Flags at Half Mast

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The flags at all of Town of Mono's facilities have been lowered to half mast in recognition of the passing of former Lieutenant Governor Weston. The flags will remain at half-mast until the morning of Friday, August 8.

Date: 
August 5, 2025
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August 8, 2025

Watermark Trail Closed for Maintenance: August 4 to August 8

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Watermark Trail in Monora Park will be closed during the week of August 4, 2025 for maintenance.

Date: 
August 4, 2025
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August 8, 2025

August 4 Civic Holiday Town Hall Closure & Waste Collection Interruption

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Due to the Civic Holiday, Town Hall will be closed on Monday, August 4th, 2025. Waste collection will also be delayed by one day during the week (August 4 to August 8). For example, if your waste is normally collected on Tuesdays, it will be collected on Wednesday instead.

Date: 
August 4, 2025
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August 8, 2025

Notice of Road Closure: Hockley Road and 7th Line EHS

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Dufferin County hereby notifies and advises all residents that Culvert 004-0904 located at the intersection of County Road 7 (Hockley Road) and 7th Line EHS, will be: Closed for Rehabilitation beginning Monday, July 28, 2025, at 8:00 AM.

Date: 
July 28, 2025
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September 9, 2025

Keep Watch! Turtle Crossings on Roads

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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.

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We Are Hiring! Position: Winter Seasonal Operator

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Public Works Department is currently recruiting for the position of: WINTER SEASONAL OPERATOR Snow clearing experience is an asset. Complete details of this position are available in the Career Opportunities section of this website.

Date: 
August 5, 2025
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Headwater Streams Committee — Giant Hogweed

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Deputy Mayor Fred Nix and Karen Morrison — the co-founders of the Headwater Streams Committee — spent the first week of July destroying several hundred Giant Hogweed plants along the Nottawasaga River. They were assisted by Doug Schaefer (who took the accompanying picture).  The Giant Hogweed — the very tall plants with large white flowers behind Fred and Karen — are an invasive species. 

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2025 Crack Sealing Maintenance Operations: Select Subdivisions

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Starting Monday, July 7, 2025, the Town will begin crack sealing operations in the following subdivisions: Cardinal Woods, Starrview Cres, Cedar Grove Rd, Monora Park Dr, Kingfisher Dr, Madill Dr, Blind Line.

Date: 
July 7, 2025
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Notice: Hydrant Flushing — Week of July 28

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The Town of Mono's operating authority will be performing hydrant flushing in the Cardinal Woods and Island Lake Drinking Water Systems during the week of July 28.

Date: 
July 28, 2025
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August 1, 2025

Ontario's Business Ice Storm Assistance (BISA) Program

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The Business Ice Storm Assistance (BISA) program is an application-based program that provides one-time support to small businesses, small farms, and not-for profit organizations that incurred damage from the ice storm that started on March 28, 2025 that is not covered by insurance. The application deadline for this program is Friday, October 31, 2025.

Date: 
June 19, 2025
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October 31, 2025

TRCA Survey: Niagara Escarpment Parks and Open Space System Properties Management Plan

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A digital survey was developed to provide an opportunity for the public to provide feedback on recreational activities and infrastructure improvements of the Glen Haffy Conservation Park and Glen Haffy Extension.

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Rogers fastest fibre-powered internet and TV is coming to Mono

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Rogers, in partnership with our trusted construction partner, FusionTech Telecommunications, is bringing fibre-powered internet directly to your home.

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