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The deadline for the public survey for the County of Haliburton’s Affordability and Governance Structure Study has been extended until 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 5!

Please note that the Algonquin Highlands Administrative Office will be closed on Wednesday, July 1 for Canada Day, reopening to the public on Thursday, July 2 at 8 a.m. The AH Trails Office will remain open Wednesday, July 1. 

There are just a few days left to have your say on changes to the governance structure in the County of Haliburton! 

With Canada Day falling on a Wednesday this year, it means the lighting of fireworks will be permitted in the Township of Algonquin Highlands on the holiday itself, as well as the preceding and following weekends. 

Have your say at one of five public open houses this week that will help inform the County’s community-wide Affordability and Governance Structure Study.

The Algonquin Highlands monthly digital newsletter for June is out now! The newsletter is a great way to stay up to date on all things AH, including Council discussions, event and programming information, environmental tips and more!

The next regular meeting of Algonquin Highlands Council will take place on the morning of Thursday, June 18 commencing at 9 a.m. Please note the agenda includes a facilitated session led by the Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) to gather Council's input for the County of Haliburton's community-wide Affordability and Governance Structure Study. 

Save the date! You are invited to share your thoughts and ideas on the future of Haliburton County at open house sessions on June 23, 24 and 25!

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. 

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.