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The Ministry of Natural Resources Aurora Midhurst Owen Sound District has issued a Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Watch for residents in the Townships of Severn, Ramara, Tiny, and Tay and including the area of the Severn and Black Rivers around Washago, as well as Sparrow Lake and Lake St. John.

As required under Certificate of Approval No. 3-1081-83-006, dated November 18, 1983, the Township of Severn is providing notice that the Washago Waste Stabilization Pond will be partially discharged starting April 11, 2026.

Township of Severn’s annual Septic Inspection Program will begin in April 2026, with on-site inspections starting in May 2026. The program supports the proper maintenance and function of private septic systems, helping protect homes, household health, and local water sources.

Read the April 2026 Municipal Update for key Township news, project updates, meeting information, and more.

Water and wastewater (sewer) bills were issued to customers in March with a payment due date of April 30. This first bill of the year reflects the 2026 water and wastewater user rates. 

Street sweeping will start on April 27 and continue through the months of April and May, weather permitting. If the weather changes and causes sweeping delays, crews will return to any areas that may not have been serviced.

Township of Severn Council has approved a new Fire Master Plan that will help guide the future of Severn Fire and Emergency Services over the next 10 years.

The County of Simcoe will commence collection for leaf and yard waste across the region in April. Residents will receive four weeks of collection throughout April and May, occurring bi-weekly, always coinciding with garbage collection weeks.

The Ministry of Natural Resources Aurora Midhurst Owen Sound District has issued a Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety for residents in the Townships of Severn, Ramara, Tiny, and Tay and the area of the Severn and Black Rivers, Sparrow Lake, and Lake St. John. 

The Ministry of Natural Resources Aurora Midhurst Owen Sound District has issued a Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook for residents in the Townships of Severn, Ramara, Tiny, and Tay and the area of the Severn and Black Rivers, Sparrow Lake, and Lake St. John.