News

Township of Severn is hiring a Deputy Clerk. Visit our Job Postings page for details and to apply online.

Gray Street (John Street to Coldwater Road) and Coldwater Road (Gray Street to Robinson Street) will be closed on Friday, September 26 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for the Coldwater Fall Fair parade. Join the Coldwater and District Agricultural Society, local schools, Township of Severn Council, community members, and neighbours in celebration of the opening of the 132nd Coldwater Fall Fair. All are welcome to attend.

To ensure the highest quality of water possible for our community, the Township of Severn will be completing a watermain swabbing program in Coldwater starting Monday, September 29, through to Friday, October 3, 2025.

Township of Severn is continuing with the phased implementation of its Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program by activating a second camera in the Coldwater Road Community Safety Zone.

Tax bill and utility (water and sewer) bill account numbers were changed in 2024 as we upgraded to a new financial system. If you have not yet updated your account numbers, please do so before your next payment(s). Any bill payments made with the old account numbers will be subject to a $10 administrative fee.

Are you interested in teaching a new program or course in Severn that helps people get active, be creative, meet new friends, or learn something new? We want to hear from you. Complete the online form, and our staff will contact you to discuss your proposal.

Focusing on public safety, the Township of Severn has moved forward with the next phase in the the implementation of its Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program by activating the camera in the Division Road West Community Safety Zone around Marchmont Public School.

Coldwater Road (Mill Street to Sturgeon Bay Road) and Mill Street (Eplett Street to Coldwater Road) will be closed on Saturday, September 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the Coldwater Steampunk and Oddity Days event.

Online registration is now open for Severn Fire and Emergency Services' annual Junior Fire Fit Challenge at the Coldwater Fair on Saturday, September 27. This fun challenge features an obstacle course designed for kids five to nine years old, educates youth about fire prevention and fire safety, and offers a glimpse into the role of a firefighter.

Resurfacing of the walkways at Washago Centennial Park (3376 Quetton Street) will start on Tuesday, September 2.