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School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day 2025

March 23, 2025, is School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day!

Please join us in thanking Maryke, Karen, Carolyn, Valerie, Jacqueline, Brandon, Donna, and Lyette for the work they do – rain or shine – in keeping our children, residents, and even pets safe as they cross the road.

Crossing guards play a vital role in our communities, ensuring safety for all! Next time you see one of our crossing guards, take a moment to say hi and thank them for their hard work!

As a driver, you can also contribute to...

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Transportation Master Plan Update

Following the Master Plan Update Public Information Session #2 on March 18, 2025, the slides presented are now available on our website.

• View the March 18th slides
• View the Transportation Master Plan Page

Share Your Thoughts! Visit the Township’s website for updates on this project or contact either of the Project Team members listed below. We appreciate receiving your comments on the content presented in the slides by April 18, 2025. If you require any assistance regarding the accessibility of...

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Did You Know About our Community Grant Program?

Are you part of a non-profit organization, community group, or association looking to make a positive impact in Russell Township? If so, our Community Grant Program could help bring your project or event to life!

Russell Township’s Community Grants and Contributions Program provides financial support to local organizations for initiatives that benefit our residents and foster community spirit. Whether you're organizing a Canada Day celebration, a winter...

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Message from the Mayor: Industrial Park

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

Thursday, March 20th, 2025

Dear residents,

As Council continues to guide the growth of Russell Township, I want to take this opportunity to discuss the strategic expansion of our industrial park. Located at the northern edge of our municipality by exit 88 off Highway 417, this area hosts a growing and diverse mix of commercial and industrial businesses, forming an integral part of our economic strategy. Recognizing some of the concerns...

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International Day of La Francophonie

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The International Day of La Francophonie is celebrated on March 20. The date was chosen to commemorate the creation of the Organisation internationale of la Francophonie (OIF) [International Organisation of La Francophonie] formerly known as the Agency for Cultural and Technical Co-operation, at the Niamey Conference in Niger on March 20, 1970.

This day is intended to celebrate the importance of the French language, as well as the cultural diversity that exists within...

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Property Tax Bill Have Been Sent

Dear Property Owners,

Due to unexpected system issues, the distribution of the property tax bills was delayed. This issue is resolved, and the bills were sent out. Please be advised that while the due date for the first instalment remains March 27, 2025, the penalty and reminder notice fee will not be applied until April 11, 2025.

Pre-Authorized Payment Plans (PAP): For all property owners registered to any of our pre-authorized payment plans, the withdrawals will occur on March 27, 2025.

We...

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Free Tree Seedlings

DO YOU WANT FREE TREE SEEDLINGS?

South Nation Conservation ise working together with their partners to provide free tree seedlings to area residents again this spring!

Complete this form if you are interested in reserving a bundle of free tree seedlings, we will contact you directly if we are able to confirm your request:

English form: forms.gle/BskxRJUccPDbXezp8 

Tree pick ups will be planned later this spring, please continue to check your inbox and junk email folders for a message from us. All...

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2025 Spring Newsletter

The Township publishes a printed newsletter four times a year to share exciting news, key updates, and important reminders to reach all residents—not just those who follow us online. Check your mailbox this week!

Read the Spring Newsletter

Printed copies are available at the following locations:

• Town Hall – 717 Notre-Dame Street, Embrun
• Embrun Library – 1215 St-Augustin Road, Embrun (inside École La Croisée)
• Russell Library – 1053 Concession Street, Russell
• Euphie d’ici Café & Smoothie Bar – 901...

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Flooding Notice

We are aware of isolated flooding in our Township. Households in the affected neighbourhood have been notified.

Our staff is actively monitoring the situation and assisting affected homeowners.

If your home is affected and you have not yet contacted us, please do so by emailing bylaws.reglements@russell.ca or calling 613-443-3066, option 8 so that we can assist you.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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Share Your Ideas on Public Engagement

The Township of Russell is developing a Public Engagement Policy, and we want your input! Your feedback will help shape how and when we communicate and involve residents in important decisions, programs, and services.

Public engagement is the process of actively seeking input from the community to guide decision-making. It promotes transparency, builds trust, and ensures that residents’ voices are heard. We recognize that opinions may vary across our diverse community,...

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Message from the Mayor: Managing Tariff Uncertainty

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

Thursday, March 13, 2025

Dear Residents,

Like many of you, I have been following the news about tariffs between the United States and Canada. Trade disruptions of this scale have real impacts on our economy, businesses, and community. I want to assure you that since early January, the Township has been preparing—assessing risks, planning contingencies, and making proactive decisions to protect the best interests...

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Delay in Property Tax Bill Distribution

Dear Property Owners,

Due to unexpected system issues, the distribution of property tax bills has been delayed. We are working very hard to resolve the issue. We will send a separate alert once the issue is resolved, and the bills are mailed out with the expected penalty application date to ensure clear expectations.

If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact us at 613-443-3066 or taxes@russell.ca.

Thank you for your understanding.

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Notice of a Public Meeting - Official Plan

Public Notice – First Published on March 12, 2025

Take Notice that the Township of Russell invites all interested persons to attend a Statutory Public Meeting held by the Planning Committee on April 7, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. 

THE PUBLIC MEETING is to consider a revision and provide input on the Township of Russell’s Draft Official Plan, pursuant to the requirements of Section 17 and 26 of the Planning Act.

Members of the public wishing to comment on the Draft Official Plan are strongly encouraged to...

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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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