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Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit (COHB) Application Now Open Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit (COHB) Application Now OpenThe Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit (COHB) is a federal-provincial housing allowance program aimed at increasing the affordability of rental housing. The program provides income-tested, Portable Housing Benefit (PHB) payments directly to eligible households in housing need.

Oct 19, 2025

City of Cornwall Provides Update on Cornwall Arts Centre Progress The City of Cornwall is pleased to provide a public update on the significant progress being made on the Cornwall Arts Centre, a project poised to become a cultural cornerstone for the community. The development, located at 159 Pitt Street, is on track to transform the former BMO bank building into a state-of-the-art, multi-purpose facility.

Oct 09, 2025

Cornwall Fire Services Hosts Public Open House at New Headquarters Cornwall Fire Services is thrilled to announce a Public Open House at the new Fire Headquarters on Saturday, October 18, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Residents will have a special chance to visit the new facility, meet Cornwall's firefighters and staff, and learn more about the vital services that protect the community.

Oct 08, 2025

Municipal Grants Program Now Open The City of Cornwall Municipal Grants Program is accepting applications from October 1 to 31, 2025. Non-profit organizations can apply for grants, in-kind services, and partnerships through the Municipal Grants and Community Partnership Programs.

Oct 01, 2025

Important Updates: Tax Bills, Ontario Works, and Housing Services During Canada Post Strike During the ongoing Canada Post strike, the City of Cornwall is committed to ensuring residents continue to have access to important Tax and Human Services information without interruption. This page outlines alternative methods for receiving your tax bills, Ontario Works statements, and housing services support, so you can stay informed and up-to-date even while regular mail services are disrupted.

Sep 29, 2025

Council Meeting Recap- September 22, 2025 Building Activity Presented by Development Services On September 22, Council received a comprehensive overview of building permit activity for the period June 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025. Christopher Roelofs, Chief Building Official, in his report summary, said that during the period there were 638 permits issued, representing a construction value of $85 million, and permit fees in the amount of $1.

Sep 26, 2025

Cornwall Launches Youth Ambassador Program to Engage Students in Local Government On September 22, Council unanimously approved the Cornwall Youth Ambassador Program, an initiative that will bring together students from each participating high school in Cornwall to act as representatives of their community. Mayor Justin Towndale introduced the motion to strike the initiative, focused on updating the former Youth Advisory Committee, with the goal of actively engaging youth in municipal activities and encouraging their participation in local government decision-making processes.

Sep 24, 2025

Mayor’s Task Force on Medical Recruitment Recommendations Approved by Council On September 22, 2025, Council endorsed 18 recommendations from the Mayor’s Task Force on Medical Recruitment to help improve access to primary and emergency health care services in Cornwall. “For over 30 years, the City of Cornwall has offered funding programs in attempts to attract more physicians to our community,” said Mayor Justin Towndale.

Sep 22, 2025

City of Cornwall Endorses Climate Adaptation Plan Council has officially endorsed the Climate Adaptation Plan, a comprehensive strategy designed to prepare the community for the growing impacts of climate change. The plan, known as Climate Resilient Cornwall (CRC), was developed in partnership with Pinna Sustainability Inc.

Sep 17, 2025

Orange Shirt Day Returns to Lamoureux Park on September 30 Orange Shirt Day returns to Lamoureux Park on September 30 for its fourth year, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. This community event honors residential school survivors and celebrates Indigenous history and culture through dancing, drumming, singing, educational activities, food and stories.

Sep 08, 2025