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Trash to Treasure Returns The City's popular Trash to Treasure event is returning this year, on June 7-8! What is Trash to Treasure? Trash to Treasure Day is an opportunity for residents to share their gently used, unwanted household items with treasure hunters. The goal is to reuse items rather than sending them to the landfill.

May 22, 2025

Cornwall SDG Paramedic Services Welcome New Recruits and Honours Long-Serving Staff Cornwall SDG Paramedic Services is proud to welcome a new group of 18 paramedic recruits who began their orientation and training on May 5, 2025. Their arrival marks a critical step in addressing staffing gaps and enhancing emergency medical services across the City of Cornwall and the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry (SDG).

May 20, 2025

Half load restrictions to be lifted Friday, May 2nd Half load restrictions across Cornwall and SDG will be lifted effective 12:01 AM, Friday, May 2nd. With the restrictions lifted, haulers can now carry full loads in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act.

Apr 28, 2025

Municipal officials, EMS, armed forces practice for disaster THE COUNTIES, Ontario – Dozens of local municipal officials combined with emergency services and members of the Canadian Armed Forces Friday for a training exercise to respond to a major mass-casualty incident in our region. The fictitious incident presumed the disintegration of a massive cargo airliner over the City of Cornwall, raining fiery debris and tens of thousands of litres of jet fuel over an area that included both urban and rural locales.

Apr 25, 2025

Minister Michael S. Kerzner Visits Cornwall's Emergency Facilities On April 23, 2024, Solicitor General Michael S. Kerzner visited Cornwall to tour the future site of the city’s new Fire Headquarters.

Apr 24, 2025

Easter Closures in the City of Cornwall The upcoming Easter long weekend will mean that municipal offices will be closed on Friday, April 18 and Monday April 21. Essential services remain available throughout the weekend.

Apr 16, 2025

City of Cornwall Reaffirms Advocacy Points Amid Recent and Upcoming Elections The City of Cornwall is taking the opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to the key issues that directly impact our community. With a growing need for affordable housing, the urgent requirement for a secondary water intake, and the ongoing threat of US tariffs, these priorities require immediate attention and action from all levels of government.

Apr 09, 2025

Cornwall Civic Complex to Undergo Major Renovations Starting May 2025 The City of Cornwall is set to begin major renovations at the Cornwall Civic Complex starting May 5th, 2025, as part of a city-wide effort to improve public facilities and enhance the visitor experience. These renovations will focus on key areas such as the front entrance, Salon A/B/C, arena roof, and the arena floor.

Apr 07, 2025

Eco Day Marks Its 5th Year of Promoting Sustainability in Cornwall Eco Day 2025 is back for its 5th year, offering Cornwall residents a unique opportunity to explore and engage in sustainable practices on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, from 10:00 a.m.

Apr 02, 2025

Reduced Load Limits Notice Please take notice that, under authority of Bylaw no. 069-1989 and amendments, reduced load limits are in effect from March 14, 2025 to May 2, 2025 on the following streets in the city of Cornwall; Weather conditions will be monitored and the date that reduced loads are removed may change.

Mar 12, 2025