News and Notices

Notice of road closure and culvert replacement on Wainmain Line

About the project

Township of Severn will be undertaking a major culvert replacement on Wainman Line approximately 650 metres north of Division Road West (between Riverwood Lane and Carriage Court).

This culvert replacement will require a long-term road closure beginning Monday, September 30, 2024. The project is anticipated to be completed by Fall 2025.

This work will include:

• deep excavation and moving of materials

• replacement of the existing culvert

• installation of new retaining walls and remediation...

Supplementary tax bills issued in response to MPAC reassessments

Property owners may receive a supplemental tax bill because the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)[1] has made a change to your property’s assessment value. This value is what is used to calculate your property taxes. This supplementary tax bill is in response to a Property Assessment Change Notice (PACN) you should have received from MPAC. 

Questions about your reassessment? 

If you disagree with the assessment increase, have questions, or did not receive your PACN, please contact MPAC...

Update: Watermain repair complete in Washago

Watermain repair complete in Washago

UPDATE: The repairs have been completed as scheduled, and Muskoka Street has reopened. 

3386 Muskoka Street to Hamilton Street will be closed on Monday, September 23 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for emergency watermain repair. A detour will be available via County Road 169 to Hamilton Street. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Public Works. 

Impact to your water supply

This repair should cause little to no impact to your water delivery.

The water can...

Proclamation to designate September 23 to 29, 2024 as Rail Safety Week

WHEREAS Rail Safety Week is to be held across Canada from September 23 to 29, 2024;

WHEREAS 229 railway crossing and trespassing incidents occurred in Canada in 2023 resulting in 66 avoidable fatalities and 39 avoidable serious injuries;

WHEREAS educating and informing the public about rail safety (reminding the public that railway rights-of-way are private property, enhancing public awareness of the dangers associated with highway-rail grade crossings, ensuring pedestrians and motorists are...

Fall Recreation update

As the leaves start to change and the air turns crisp, Severn has a variety of events and programs lined up with something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're looking to attend community events, get skating, or participate in special Halloween activities, we've got you covered.

Ice surface at the Coldwater Community Centre to be ready for use in early October

The ice surface will be installed and ready for skating at the Coldwater Community Centre (11 Michael Anne Drive) on October 7. If you're...