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BMO Ingleside Branch Closure

Posted on Tuesday, February 04, 2025 10:05 AM

On Monday, January 13, 2025, the Township was made aware of the Bank of Montreal's (BMO) intention to close the Ingleside BMO Branch on July 25, 2025 with the intention to service Ingleside clients at the BMO location in Morrisburg. 

The notice provided to the Township included information regarding an informal drop-in session with the Regional Vice President and Branch Manager to discuss the upcoming closure. This drop-in session is open to the public and will be held on Wednesday, February 12,...

THRIVE - New program helps those facing homelessness in SDG Counties

Posted on Friday, January 31, 2025 11:01 AM

A program tailored to help those on the verge of homelessness in our region has been launched by the City of Cornwall.

The THRIVE program - Temporary Relief for Individuals in Housing Emergencies - has been launched to help those in need with securing and retaining long-term housing by providing financial support for rental and utility arrears, upfront heating costs, first and last month's rent, medical expenses, and other exceptional circumstances.

The City of Cornwall is the delivery agent for...

South Stormont Partners with Township of Russell for Animal Control Services

Posted on Thursday, January 30, 2025 10:14 AM

The Township of South Stormont has partnered with the Township of Russell to provide animal control services in South Stormont.

Under this agreement, animal pound services will be provided at the Township of Russell's modern facilities, where animals will receive safe and humane care until they are reunited with their owners or placed for adoption. Any canines brought to the shelter will be held for up to 72 hours before being considered for adoption.

Process for Lost or Found Dogs

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Township Adopts 2025 Municipal Operating and Capital Budgets

Posted on Friday, January 24, 2025 01:46 PM

On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, Council for the Township of South Stormont officially adopted the 2025 Municipal Operating and Capital Budgets. The 2025 budget represents a 6.9% township tax rate increase from 2024. Property taxes amount to 44.4% of total revenue for the Township in the 2025 municipal budget.

“Municipalities across the country continue to make difficult budget decisions in order to provide efficient and effective services to their residents,” said Mayor Bryan McGillis. “The...

South Stormont Firefighters and Members of Council standing in front of fire truck and water rescue equipment

South Stormont Fire and Rescue Receives over $23,000 in Grant Funding for Water Rescue Equipment

Posted on Monday, October 21, 2024 10:02 AM

South Stormont Fire and Rescue recently received a $23,796grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada to ensure our first responders have the necessary equipment to keep community members and themselves safe. The grant will be used to purchase new water rescue equipment, allowing our department to safely perform water rescue operations in our community.

“We are grateful to the Foundation and our local Firehouse Subs in Orleans for awarding us this grant,” said Bryan McGillis,...