News and Notices

The next municipal election will be held on Monday, October 26, 2026.  Elections Ontario is now responsible for maintaining the Permanent Register of Elections for Ontario municipal elections. You can access the Elections Ontario Register to Vote portal  here  for more information and to register and/or confirm your information. 

The public survey for the County of Haliburton's community-wide Affordability and Governance Study is open until June 28! Residents and business owners are invited to share their thoughts and opinions on governance structure changes for the County and its four, lower-tier municipalities.

With a new gardening season upon us, a reminder that the ideal ratio of materials in your compost pile is 1/3 greens to browns.

Please note the special meeting of Algonquin Highlands Council that had been scheduled for 9 a.m. on Tuesday, June 9 has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience. 

The Township of Algonquin Highlands Parks, Recreation and Trails Department is seeking to fulfill the following existing seasonal position:

Position: Seasonal Student Trail Technician

Haliburton County, ON, June 8, 2026 – Beginning today, residents and business owners across Haliburton County are invited to share their ideas about what municipal governments can do today to build a stronger future for our communities.

Catch the fun at this summertime favourite for those aged 16 and under! 

Lloyd Stonehouse has been conducting soapstone carving seminars from coast to coast in Canada as well as internationally since the 1990s. He spends his summer paddling a canoe and offering soapstone workshops. Come and learn how to carve your own sculpture. All tools, stone and supplies are provided.

A special meeting of Algonquin Highlands Council will take place on the morning of Tuesday, June 9 commencing at 9 a.m. This meeting has been scheduled in order to proceed with the business, as amended, of Council from its cancelled May 21, 2026 regular meeting.