News and Notices

Registration now open for Severn's Junior Fire Fit Challenge

Severn's Junior Fire Fit Challenge engages local youth in fire safety

The Junior Fire Fit Challenge features an obstacle course for kids aged 5 to 9 that shows them what it would be like to be a firefighter.

The fun, hands-on challenge is designed to:

• challenge the participants both physically and mentally
• encourage integrity and perseverance
• build self-confidence 
• educate youth about fire prevention and fire safety

Each junior firefighter will team up with a Severn firefighter to complete the course....

Notice of Labour Day office and facilities closure

Details of notice

Our Administration Office (1024 Hurlwood Lane, Severn) and facilities will be closed on Monday, September 4 in observance of Labour Day. We will reopen Tuesday, September 5 at 8:30 a.m.

You can visit our website to:

• submit an online concern (road repair, streetlight replacement, or other service request)
• file an online by-law complaint (noise, parking, etc.)
• view our zoning map
• download our Building Permit Guide
• book your building inspection
• find information on how to pay your bill

To reach us...

Apply for grants and funding before September 30

Township of Severn offers various grants and funding to community groups, not-for-profits, and charitable organizations that aim to improve the well-being and quality of life for residents of our community. The available grants are based on approved funding by Council during annual budget deliberations. The deadline to submit applications for consideration by Council this year is September 30. 
Grant streams Capital improvement and beautification grant Eligible groups can apply for a capital...

Notice of herbicide use for Giant hogweed and Poison ivy control

Details of control measures Giant hogweed Township of Severn has contracted Weed Man to undertake the application of herbicide to occurrences of Giant hogweed located along the Uhthoff Trail, primarily in the areas of Division Road and Carlyon Line, and Uhthoff Line and Foxmead Road. Poison ivy Herbicide will also be applied to Poison Ivy along the roadsides of Agnew Road and the walking trail at Ian Chrichton Memorial Park (2055 Birkeshire Woods Lane).

Signage will be placed in the areas that have been...

Severn welcomes new Director of Recreation, Parks, and Facilities

Severn, Ontario: Township of Severn has announced Craig Belfry as the new Director of Recreation, Parks, and Facilities. Craig assumed the role on August 21, and replaces Pat Harwood, the main contact for recreation services who retired earlier this year. Craig is taking on this newly created and expanded role to refine and focus the vision for recreation in Severn.

“I am pleased to welcome Craig to the Township of Severn and to our senior management team. Craig brings with him many years of...