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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From December 9 through December 12, Route 71 will run hourly instead of every 30 minutes.
Please note: No service will operate on Route 71 from December 15 to December 26 for the holidays.

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Cornwall’s economy remained strong in 2025 as the city welcomed a wave of entrepreneurial activity, according to a report prepared by Cornwall Economic Development.
“2025 has delivered more success stories than ever before, and it is a sign of investor confidence in our community,” said Bob Peters,  Manager of Cornwall Economic Development. “Once again, Cornwall has overcome challenges and realized positive investment activity across all sectors....
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The City of Cornwall is pleased to welcome six new physicians to the community as part of the municipality’s Medical Recruitment Programs and Great River, Great Future recruitment campaign.
Dr. Stephanie Amorosa, Dr. Nadina Abdullayeva, Dr. Chloé Rozon, and Dr. Zheng Wen Zhang recently took advantage of the City’s Medical Relocation Program, which supports licensed physicians who want to relocate to Cornwall and establish their practice.
Dr. Karen Poirier...
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Long-term Financial Plan Presented
On November 24, Council received a presentation of the 2025 Long-Term Financial Plan. Bruce Peever, from KPMG LLP, delivered the overview of the plan, which reflects the long-term capital, operating, staffing, revenue sources, and reserve funds needs of the City. Long-term plans map out expenditures, helping municipalities achieve the goals in their Strategic Plan over a longer term.
Water Meter Installation Update
Council was...
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The City of Cornwall marked a significant milestone today with the official ribbon cutting for the newly completed Municipal Works Multi-Use Garage and Administration Building, located on Ontario Street. These projects mark key components of the ongoing Municipal Works Yard redevelopment initiative, which launched in 2016 with a comprehensive environmental assessment. It is designed to meet the city's service needs for decades to come, the initiative will continue with additional...
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  The City of Cornwall’s Planning Advisory and Hearing Committee (PAC) will hold a public meeting on Monday, December 15 th , 2025, at 7 p.m ., in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The purpose of the meeting is to consider an application for a Zoning By-law Amendment and official plan amendment for the lands legally described as Part of lot 13, Concession 2 at 1525 Vincent Massey Drive, the lands legally described as Part of Lot 13 & 14, Concession 2, Part...
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*This application has been deferred at the request of the applicant. Future public meeting date is to be determined.*
The City of Cornwall’s Planning Advisory and Hearing Committee (PAC) will hold a public meeting on Monday, December 15 th , 2025, at 7 p.m. , in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The purpose of the meeting is to consider an application for a Zoning By-law Amendment for the lands legally described as Part Lot 6, Concession 2, Part 1 on...
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