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Understanding Property Assessments and Taxes

Navigating property assessment and taxation can be confusing, and the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) is here to help residents understand the process. If you’re unsure how your property assessment impacts your taxes, MPAC provides the information you need to make informed decisions about your home.

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...

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Overnight Snow Bank Removal - February 17 & 18

Crews will be removing snow banks from main roads overnight on Monday, February 17 and on Tuesday, February 18, 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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Winter Parking Ban in Effect - Feb 15

An on-street parking ban is in effect tonight, until 7:00 a.m. on Monday, February 17, 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. on February 15 and 7:00 a.m. on February 17, 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...

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Community Improvement Plan Update

Following approval at the February 10, 2025, Council meeting, the document for the revised Community Improvement Plan (CIP) is now available on our website.

Supporting local businesses and promoting economic development is one of our priorities.

The Community Improvement Plan (CIP) approved in 2025, for the Villages of Embrun and Russell is a grant program that can offer up to $20,000 for local business owners to renovate and improve their properties. This grant/rebate program helps us:

• encourage...

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Council Meeting Highlights – February 10, 2025

Here are some highlights from the Council meeting on Februrary 10, 2025. For more information on these and on the other topics discussed at this or other meetings, please consult the meeting schedule, agendas and minutes on our website. 

The video recording of the full meeting can be viewed on YouTube.

The next Council meeting will be Monday, February 24, 2025, at 6:00p.m.

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Winter Parking Ban in Effect - Feb 12

An on-street parking ban is in effect tonight, until 7:00 a.m. on Friday, February 14, 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. on February 13 and 7:00 a.m. on February 14, 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...

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Dave Dyer Receives Citizen Recognition Award

Council had the pleasure of presenting a Community Award to Dave Dyer last night for his active participation in local sports and volunteerism. Dave has been involved in the advancement of sports in Russell for many years. He helped champion the first public tennis court facility and helped bring outdoor lighting to the baseball diamonds and soccer fields in Russell.

Dave was one of the key builders of the Russell Soccer Club which has grown from 50 youth participants to over 1,700 youth and...

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Enter to Win

Register for E-Billing & Pre-Authorized Payments

Attention Township of Russell property owners. We’re making bill payments easier, greener, and more rewarding!

Starting now and until March 31, 2025, enroll in E-Billing and/or our Pre-Authorized Payment Plan (PAP) for a chance to WIN one of ten $20.00 Card of a local business of your choice!

• Convenient & hassle-free payments
• Eco-friendly – reduce paper waste
• Never miss a due date

• Sign up for E-Billing to receive your property...

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Snow Bank Removal Tonight

Crews will be removing snow banks from main roads overnight, from Sunday February 9 to Monday February 10, 2025. Please do not park on the road tonight to allow for safe and efficient snow removal.

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

Thank you for your cooperation!

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Organic Waste Collection Begins in April

We are excited to announce the launch of our new Organic Waste Collection Program, designed to help reduce waste and improve our community’s sustainability efforts. Beginning April 7, we will be implementing a program to collect and compost organic waste, which includes food scraps, yard waste, and other biodegradable materials.

• Collection Schedule: Organic waste will be collected weekly; on your regular collection day.
• What Can Be Collected? Organic waste includes...

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Winter Parking Ban in Effect - Feb 6

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

February is Black History Month

Each February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and celebrations that honour the legacy and contributions of Black people in Canada and their communities.

The 2025 theme for Black History Month is: “Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations.” This theme acknowledges the diversity of Black Canadians, the importance of Black leadership and the legacy being built for future generations....

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Winter Parking Ban in Effect - Feb 3

An on-street parking ban is in effect tonight, until 7:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 4, 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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Road Closure - Isabelle Street

Please take note of the following road closure:

• When: Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 12:00-5:00 p.m.
• Where: Isabelle Street from Menard Street to Menard Street.
• Why: Water main repairs, street open to local traffic and emergency vehicles only.

Detour Information: Please see the map from www.Municipal511.ca for detour information, if any apply.

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A New School for our Community

Great news for our community!

The Ontario government has announced $15.2 million in funding for a 268-student-place French public elementary school and 49 licensed childcare spaces in Russell.

For more details or questions, view the full press release from le Conseil des écoles publiques de l'Est de l'Ontario.

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Council Meeting Highlights – January 27, 2025

Here are some highlights from the January 27, 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.

Council heard a presentation from residents regarding the Official Plan. Council remains committed to listening to residents’ concerns. Residents will also have the opportunity to...

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Lobbying for Key Projects at ROMA Conference

Russell Township's Mayor and administration attended the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference last week to advocate for key projects and initiatives. Through discussions with four provincial delegations, the Township reinforced its commitment to advancing local priorities and addressing community needs. We are also grateful for the ongoing support of our provincial MPP, Stéphane Sarrazin, who works tirelessly to ensure our voice is heard at Queen’s Park. Ministry of...

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Province Invests Over $6 Million in Russell Township Infrastructure

PRESS RELEASE
For immediate distribution

Embrun, Ontario — The Township of Russell welcomed the MPP for Glengarry-Prescott-Russell, Stéphane Sarrazin to Town Hall on January 27, 2025, to announce the approval of funding for the Route 300 Intersection Improvements projects. This significant initiative has been approved under the Housing-Enabling Core Servicing (HECS) funding stream of the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program (MHIP).

The Ministry of Infrastructure will contribute up to $6,343...

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2025 Photo Expo Launch

Open Call for Photographers

We invite hobby, amateur, and professional photographers to submit their images for the 2025 Township of Russell Photo Expo!

Every person who enters will have at least one of their artworks printed and exhibited during the Autumn in The Country Arts Festival. An independent jury will look at all the images submitted and select 4 winners who will receive a prize package designed to further their photographic passion, The 4 winning works of art will be printed and...

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You’re Invited: Open House for Builders

Date: January 30, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: Town Hall, 717 Notre-Dame Street, Embrun

Are you a residential builder, developer, or just curious about the processes behind building in Russell Township? Join us for an engaging and informative Open House hosted by the Building Department.

This event will feature presentations and information from experts across several departments, including:

• Building Department: Learn about permitting processes, building codes, and inspections.
• Planning...

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