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Inspections underway for Severn's annual Septic Inspection Program

Posted on Monday, May 27, 2024 08:15 AM

Protecting our drinking water and keeping local waterways clean

To ensure that all septic systems in Severn are properly maintained and functioning, Township of Severn follows the Discretionary and Mandatory On-Site Sewage System Maintenance Inspection Program outlined in the Ontario Building Code, which supports the Clean Water Act. All systems in Severn are inspected on a five-year cycle. This program helps to protect drinking water sources and ensures our lakes, rivers, and natural spaces stay...

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Municipal by-law staff and the OPP reminding residents how to report concerns and incidents

Posted on Friday, May 24, 2024 09:36 AM

By-law enforcement in Severn

Township of Severn aims to provide a safe and friendly community for all residents and visitors. Our municipal by-laws set standards and help us build a safe environment.

The authority of Severn’s Municipal Law Enforcement Officers (MLEOs) extends to enforcing local by-laws and certain provincial statutes. Our MLEOs play a vital role in maintaining public safety by investigating matters such as dog attacks, illegal garbage dumping, parking infractions, and noise...









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Notice of road closure for the Coldwater Lions Club Duck Race

Posted on Thursday, May 23, 2024 04:27 PM

Notice of road closure

Coldwater Road (Mill Street to Sturgeon Bay Road) will be closed from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 25 for the annual Coldwater Lions Duck Race

A rolling closure will occur on Gray Street (John Street to Coldwater Road) from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. for the parade. 

Join the Coldwater Lions Club and the Severn community starting at 11:00 a.m. for family fun and games, and browse the vendors in downtown Coldwater. The ducks will drop at 2:00 p.m. behind the Coldwater...

Notice of water restrictions for Bass Lake Woodlands

Updated: Water restrictions in effect for Bass Lake Woodlands subdivision

Posted on Thursday, May 23, 2024 12:34 PM

Due to equipment issues the work schedule has been modified to the following dates. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. We will continue to update as needed.

Township of Severn is committed to providing the highest quality of drinking water possible to our residents. To support continued service, we will be constructing two new wells for the Bass Lake Water Supply and Distribution system, with work starting on May 27, 2024. We anticipate that the work will be completed by...

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Township of Severn CAO elected as OMAA President

Posted on Friday, May 17, 2024 12:00 PM

Severn is proud to recognize the election of the Township’s Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Laurie Kennard as President of the Board of Directors for the Ontario Municipal Administrators’ Association (OMAA) as of May 17, 2024.

Laurie has served on the OMAA Board of Directors since 2019 and was previously Second Vice-President and First Vice-President. Laurie is a seasoned public service professional with over 30 years of leadership experience. She has sat on numerous municipal, for-profit,...