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The City of Cornwall’s annual Christmas tree collection runs from January 12 to 16, on your regular collection day. ✔️ Real trees only – no artificial trees ✔️ No decorations, no stands, no bags ✔️ Place at the curb after 7 PM the night before or before 7 AM the day of ✔️ Do not place trees on or in snowbanks
Missed the pickup? You must bring your tree to the landfill for recycling, fees apply.

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The City of Cornwall will be holding an Open House for the proposed Bridge Housing Development on Wednesday, January 14, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Knox-St. Paul’s United Church (800 Twelfth Street East, Cornwall).
The proposed Bridge Housing initiative aims to provide temporary, secure shelter and essential services for individuals experiencing homelessness. The proposed development includes 30 modular sleep cabins designed for privacy and safety, a community...
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We have some important updates regarding the Cornwall Transit Express Route 71 schedule: Tuesday, January 6, 2026: Express Route 71 will operate on an hourly schedule instead of the usual half-hourly service. Wednesday, January 7 to Friday, January 9, 2026: Express Route 71 will not be running during these dates. We want to make sure all riders are aware of these changes to help you plan your travel and avoid any inconvenience. Updates will also be available via our transit app.
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Cornwall Fire Services, in coordination with the Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM), has concluded its investigation into the structure fire at 31 John Street on January 1, 2026. The OFM has determined that the cause of the fire is undetermined.
Tragically, one fatality was confirmed as a result of the incident. The name of the deceased will not be released until next of kin have been notified.
“Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones affected by this loss,”...
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On January 1, 2026, Cornwall Fire Services responded to a significant structure fire at 31 John Street. The call was received at approximately 5:51 p.m. and involved a four-unit residential building.
Fire crews faced extremely challenging conditions, with temperatures near -20°C and icy surfaces impacting firefighting operations and safety. Despite these obstacles and the advanced state of the fire upon arrival, firefighters worked tirelessly to contain the blaze.
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As winter temperatures drop, the City of Cornwall is committed to ensuring that everyone who is cold finds a safe, welcoming place to warm up. Continuing our partnership with the Agape Centre from last winter, the City will again provide overnight warming options for residents in need, along with daytime warming locations at public facilities.
Overnight Warming Centre at Agape Centre- Beginning December 21, 2025 During periods of extreme cold, when temperatures reach -15°C...
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River Institute Provides Update
On December 8, Council listened to the River Institute Annual Update, presented by executive director Dr. Jeff Ridal, and program lead/research scientist Matt Windle. Ridal noted that one of the most exciting occurrences for the year was the expansion of the facility itself, an environmental DNA laboratory that supports a core theme of the research done in Cornwall.
The Institute had a $2.4 million budget for 2024, maintaining its post-pandemic...
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The following Council Committees have open positions for volunteer members through 2026 (end of Council Term):
Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
Committee of Adjustment
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee
Please click here to apply. Deadline to apply is January 5, 2026.

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The City is pleased to announce that the Draft 2026 General Taxation Budget and Draft 2026 Water and Wastewater Budget are now available on the City website by clicking here. We encourage all community members to review these important documents and participate in the upcoming events and meetings.
Key 2026 Budget Dates  Resident Café: Join us on December 11, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Benson Centre. This is an excellent opportunity to ask questions and...
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We would like to inform you that the temporary service interruption for the 71 Express has been extended.
Service will resume on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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