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We are conducting a confidential survey to gather valuable feedback from families and caregivers who use our Early Years services.
Whether your children are in a licensed centre, home daycare, or you participate in EarlyON programs, your insights and experiences are crucial in helping us improve and tailor our services to better meet your needs.
The survey is now live and will remain open from May to June. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us. Your...
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Take notice that an application under the above file number will be heard by the Committee of Adjustment on Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 at 05:00 p.m. at Council Chambers at City Hall, 360 Pitt Street, Cornwall, Ontario K6J 4P6 .
The purpose of the meeting is to consider an application for a minor variance from the provisions of the City of Cornwall Zoning By-law 2022-001 as amended, for the lands legally described as Part Lot 9 North Side of Seventh Street, municipally...
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The City of Cornwall is inviting local photographers and community members to take part in Cornwall Capture the Moment, a call for tourism‑focused photographs showcasing Cornwall’s landscapes, experiences, and sense of place.
The selected image will be featured on a new Highway 401 Area Profile tourism sign, welcoming visitors and promoting Cornwall as a destination. The initiative is part of the City’s ongoing efforts to strengthen tourism visibility and highlight...
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The City of Cornwall and the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SDG) are providing one-time funding in 2026 to local food banks and food programs to help support residents facing rising pressures related to food insecurity, housing instability, and affordability.
This one-time funding is fully provincially funded through the Housing Prevention Program. The City of Cornwall and the United Counties of SDG are allocating $79,307 in accordance with program guidelines...
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Please be advised that half-load restrictions will be lifted effective May 1, 2026. 

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The City of Cornwall is proud to announce that the 2027 Curling Ontario Men’s and Women’s Provincial Championships are coming to the Cornwall Civic Complex from January 10–17, 2027.
Co-hosted by the City of Cornwall and the Cornwall Curling Centre, this week-long event will bring Ontario’s top teams to our community. These championships will determine who represents our province at the prestigious Scotties Tournament of Hearts and the Montana’s...
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Please be advised that tonight’s Community Conversations between Cornwall and Akwesasne, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at the Kawehno:ke Recreation Centre, is being postponed.
Due to the passing of a community member on Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island), and in observance of the Mohawk Council's meeting protocol, we are respectfully rescheduling this gathering. We extend our sincere condolences to the community during this time.
We know many were looking forward to tonight’s...
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Provincial gas tax funding will help support and improve Cornwall’s local public transit initiatives.
As part of its plan to protect Ontario, the province is investing $710,246 to support public transit service in Cornwall. This funding through the 2025-26 Gas Tax program can be used for local public transit initiatives such as expanding service hours, increasing routes, purchasing new vehicles and improving accessibility to increase transit ridership.
“Whether...
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The City of Cornwall, in an effort to calm traffic in school zones, increase public safety and create safer intersections are completing the following shortly:
All-Way Stop control at the intersection of Surgenor St. and Joyce St.
All-Way Stop control at the intersection of Queen St. and Robertson Av. including Red Solar Flashers
All-Way Stop control at the intersection of Walton St. and St. Felix St. including Red Solar Flashers
Red Solar Flashers at the...
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The City of Cornwall is delighted to announce an upcoming candidate information session for anyone considering running in the 2026 Municipal and School Board elections. The session will take place on April 22, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, in the City Hall Council Chambers. This valuable opportunity, facilitated by the Clerks Department, is designed to inform, educate, and prepare potential candidates for the election process ahead.
During the session, attendees will receive comprehensive...
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