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Following the temporary pause on the newly announced 25% tariffs on Canadian imports to the United States, the City of Cornwall remains committed to supporting local businesses and strengthening cross-border partnerships.
Yesterday, Mayor Justin Towndale met with Mayor Greg Paquin and Deputy Mayor Chad Simpson from Massena, New York, to reaffirm the strong relationship between the two communities. They discussed collaborative approaches to ensure ongoing economic growth and...
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The City of Cornwall is disappointed by the recent announcement from the Seaway International Bridge Corporation (SIBC) regarding the toll increase, effective April 1, 2025. The decision to increase tolls places an additional burden on the many residents and businesses who rely on the bridge, which serves as a critical link between Cornwall and Akwesasne.
I echo the concerns expressed by Grand Chief Leonard Lazore and the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne regarding the detrimental...
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“With President Trump threatening to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian imports to the United States, we must take action to protect our local and national economies. This is why I am proud to stand with my peers across the country as a part of the Border Mayors Alliance . 
These tariffs threaten to disrupt the strong and mutually beneficial relationship we’ve built with our neighbors to the south. The negative economic impacts that these tariffs...
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Mayor Justin Towndale and staff represented the City of Cornwall at the 2025 Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Conference, which took place in downtown Toronto from January 19 to 21, 2025. Alongside over 1,600 municipal leaders from across the province, the City of Cornwall engaged in discussions on key issues with Ministers affecting Ontario communities, with a specific focus on advancing Cornwall’s priorities.
During the conference, Cornwall’s delegation...
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Cornwall, ON – Friday, January 10 th , 2025
The City of Cornwall is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Mills as its new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). With an impressive career spanning more than 30 years, Mr. Mills is poised to bring fresh leadership and a strong sense of community connection to this important role. 
Mr. Mills is no stranger to the Cornwall area, having served most recently as Chief Administrative Officer with the Municipality...
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Cornwall Fire Services responded to several reports of a possible capsized vessel on the St. Lawrence River. Our marine unit was promptly deployed, and we worked in close partnership with the RCMP, Cornwall Police Services, Cornwall SDG Paramedic Services, Akwesasne Mohawk Police, Hogansburg Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department and CBSA as part of a unified command operation.
Marine units and shore-based firefighters conducted several thorough searches but did not locate any...
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The City of Cornwall believes that protecting public safety starts with supporting those who provide it. Today, the City is pleased to announce a new collective agreement with the Cornwall Professional Firefighters Association (CPFFA) Local 849. This agreement, effective until December 31, 2026, marks the first living contract in 30 years, bringing stability, predictability, and significant improvements for Cornwall's dedicated firefighters.
The agreement includes several...
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Public Meeting Date
January 20, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Council Chambers, City Hall
360 Pitt Street, Cornwall, ON, K6J 3P9
 

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The City of Cornwall Council and staff would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year ! City facilities and services will be impacted over the holidays.
Municipal offices will be open on Christmas Eve until noon. They will be closed on December 25 (Christmas Day) and December 26 (Boxing Day), reopening on Friday, December 27. Offices will also be open on December 30 and will close at noon on December 31, then remain closed until January 2 at 8:30 a.m.
For...
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The City of Cornwall and the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry (SDG Counties) are committed to improving health care access for residents through a partnership with Dr. Julie Crevier, a newly-practicing family physician in the region. This collaboration demonstrates the shared responsibility to address primary health care challenges and is another positive step forward to ensuring that everyone in the community has access to quality care.
“I am thankful...
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