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Notice of Passing - Community Improvement Plan

Notice of Passing of a Community Improvement Plan and Community Improvement Plan Area Maps for Embrun & Russell

A decision was made on the date noted above to approve a Community Improvement Plan for Villages of Russell and Embrun in the Township of Russell as adopted by By-law 2025-035 & By-law 2025-036 as adopted on March 10, 2025, under Section 28 of the Planning Act. By-law 2025-035 designates certain areas in the Villages of Embrun and Russell as Community Improvement Project Areas, as shown in...

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Youth Infographic and Video Challenge

“Our Community” Youth Infographic and Video Challenge Contest Description and Assessment Criteria: 

Community, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

February  2025

Sponsoring Councillor: Lisa Deacon

Project Team: Kimberley Kargus (Lead), Ash Babber & Rev. Dr. James McKeown Quainoo.

As one of the fastest growing communities in the region (18.6% population growth rate), Russell Township is welcoming more and more people...

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Recreation Complex Update - March 7, 2025

Last fall, we saw the completion of the underground drilled Controlled Modulus Columns (CMC) which provide building support. The construction of the building foundations, piers, and grade beams has continued to progress over the winter months, with Rinks #2 and #3, including the central core change rooms, now completed. Site crews are now nearing completion of Rink #1 under-slab drainage/grade beams and the pool filtration and change rooms.

Crews are now moving into the community centre and the...

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Local March Break Activities

Find local activities during March break within the Township of Russell! To view a visual calendar with all activities, download here.

8 Blais Street, Embrun. Fees apply, see www.russell.ca/bowling for more details.

• Saturday March 8 from 6:00p.m. to 10:00p.m.
• Sunday March 9 from 12:00p.m. to 4:00p.m.
• Friday March 14 from 1:00p.m. to 4:00p.m. and 7:30p.m. to 10:00p.m.
• Saturday March 15 from 6:00p.m. to 10:00p.m.

150 Sportsplex Road, Embrun

Access to the walking and running track is...

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Registration for Spring Pickleball

Registrations for the spring pickleball session will open on Tuesday, March 11 at 9a.m. for residents and on Friday, March 14 at 9a.m. for non-residents.

We are returning to the previous method of online registration and first-come, first-served. We ask that you limit your registration to two sessions in order to ensure equitable participation by allowing more participants to register.

• Register at: https://app.univerusrec.com/munrussellpub/
• View the Winter/Spring Program and Activity Guide for all...

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Half-Load Restrictions in effect as of March 7, 2025

Half-load restrictions are now in effect for the spring thawing season. These restrictions apply to vehicles with a weight exceeding 5,000 kilograms or five tonnes per axle.

Signs indicating the weight restrictions have been installed on all municipal roads where they apply. Road and weather conditions are routinely reviewed to determine the end date for the restrictions.

Please note that emergency vehicles are exempt from these restrictions.

Temporary weight restrictions are implemented to...

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Green Bin Delivery Begins

Starting March 5, the Township will begin home deliveries of 120-litre green bins and 7-litre kitchen bins in preparation for the organic waste collection starting April 7. Bins will be placed at the bottom of driveways.

We ask for your patience as deliveries will continue throughout March and into early April.

For more information and to consult our frequently asked questions (FAQ), visit www.russell.ca/organic. We will continue updating the FAQ section as we receive questions from residents.

If...

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Hazardous Waste Collection

Good news! After discussions with our provider, we now have a date for the 2025 hazardous waste collection. It will take place on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the municipal garage (857 Route 400, Embrun).

Take the opportunity to get rid of your paint, aerosols, oil filter, oil, fuel, pesticides, batteries, light bulbs (including fluorescent), propane, fertilizer, antifreeze, acids, fire extinguishers etc.

This event is for residents of the Township...

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Ramadan

Today marks the beginning of Ramadan, a special time for prayer, charity, reflection, and fasting from sunrise to sunset. For our Muslim residents, Ramadan holds deep spiritual significance, as the fast is seen as a way to purify the body and soul, cultivate self-discipline, and foster empathy for those in need. It is also a time for increased acts of kindness, generosity, and seeking forgiveness, as Muslims strive to strengthen their faith and deepen their connection with God.

Fasting begins...

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Winter Parking Ban in Effect - Feb 28

An on-street parking ban is in effect tonight, until 7:00 a.m. Saturday, March 1, 2025.

During this period, no person shall park a vehicle or permit a vehicle to remain on a street between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., regardless of the weather conditions. Any person who does so is liable to a fine and/or will have their vehicle towed at the owner’s expense.

During a winter parking ban, please park in your driveway or use one of our designated overnight parking areas. Learn more about 

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Winter Parking Ban in Effect - Feb 27

An on-street parking ban is in effect tonight, until 7:00 a.m. Friday, February 28, 2025.

During this period, no person shall park a vehicle or permit a vehicle to remain on a street between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., regardless of the weather conditions. Any person who does so is liable to a fine and/or will have their vehicle towed at the owner’s expense.

During a winter parking ban, please park in your driveway or use one of our designated overnight parking areas. Learn more about 

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Important Reminder for Dog Owners

Keeping your dog’s information up to date is essential! If you have moved, changed your phone number or email, or if your dog has passed away, please notify us as soon as possible. This ensures that we can reach you easily and maintain accurate records.

• For Tenants: The deadline to renew your 2025 dog tag is March 31. Be sure to renew at www.russell.ca/dogtags before this date to avoid an additional $10 fee.
• For Homeowners: New this year – 2025 dog tag renewal fees will now be...

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Pink Shirt Day 2025

Pink Shirt Day is celebrated annually on the last Wednesday of February. This year, it falls on February 26, 2025. On this day, we honour the small act of kindness that took place in Berwick, Nova Scotia, back in 2007 when a boy was bullied for wearing a pink shirt and two grade 12 students bought 50 pink shirts and encouraged their classmates to wear pink. The next day they went to distribute the shirts to all the boys in their school, and to their surprise, hundreds of students arrived...

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Council Meeting Highlights – February 24, 2025

Here are some highlights from the February 24, 2025, Council meeting. For more information on these and on the other topics discussed at this or other meetings, the meeting schedule, agendas and minutes are available on our website.

The video of the full meeting can be viewed here.

The next Council meeting will be Monday, March 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

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Class Environmental Assessment Study – Notice of Project File Report

Road Network Expansion, 417 Industrial Park, Township of Russell

The Township of Russell has initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) study for the proposed expansion of the road network within the 417 Industrial Park located right next to Highway 417.

This study includes the problem/opportunity statement, evaluation of alternative solutions, and documentation of existing geotechnical, traffic, transportation, and archaeological conditions in the study area. A preferred solution...

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Transportation Master Plan Public Information Session

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study
Transportation Master Plan Update for Russell Township

Public Notice – First Published on February 19, 2025

• Date/Time: Tuesday, March 18, 2025, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Location: Council Chambers, Township of Russell Office, 717 Notre-Dame St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W1

The update of the Transportation Master Plan for the Township of Russell is nearing completion . This is an important...

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NEW DATE: Understanding Property Assessments and Taxes

Please note that the date has been changed and the representative from MPAC will now give a presentation at the April 28, 2025, Council meeting at 6:00 p.m. This session will offer a brief but informative overview of how property assessment values are determined, helping both Council members and residents gain a clearer understanding of the process.

For more detail on MPAC see full article.

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A $50 000 grant for the Embrun Station and Museum

February 19, 2025 — The ‘Société historique d’Embrun’ (better known as the Embrun Station committee) is very happy to announce a $50 000 grant from the Desjardins Ontario Credit Union Community Development Fund. The funding will enable continued rehabilitation and renovation of the station leading to the creation of the historical museum of Embrun and the activities connected to it.

"The Community Development Fund supports the realization of impactful projects in Ontario. We are proud to offer...

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Overnight Snow Bank Removal - February 19 & 20

Crews will be removing snow banks from main roads overnight on Wednesday, February 19 and on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Please do not park on the road tonight to allow for safe and efficient snow removal. Please be patient with snow removal operations as we received a lot of snow!

Please park in your driveway or use one of our designated overnight parking areas.

Thank you for your cooperation!

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