News

Annual watermain flushing will start on May 20 in Coldwater.

Annual watermain flushing is an important preventative maintenance activity that:

• removes mineral and sediment build up from the watermains
• allows Severn to deliver the highest quality water possible to our community
• ensures proper operation of the hydrants

Township of Severn is undertaking a Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for the expansion of the Coldwater Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and the Main Sewage Pumping Station (SPS). The Class EA will identify and evaluate options for increasing the wastewater pumping and treatment capacity to accommodate anticipated growth in Coldwater.

A second Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held in person on May 29 in Coldwater to present the wastewater treatment and sewage pumping design options and the preliminary recommendations, and to acquire public feedback.

Our Administration Office (1024 Hurlwood Lane, Severn) and facilities will be closed on Monday, May 19 for the Victoria Day holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 20 at 8:30 a.m.

These in-person information sessions will detail the volunteer firefighter recruitment process and the skills needed to succeed. Although attendance is not required to apply, it is strongly encouraged to attend one of the two sessions so that applicants can gain a full understanding and appreciation of the level of commitment required by all firefighting staff.

Township of Severn welcomed athlete, veteran, and community member Melissa Henderson to Council on May 7 in celebration of her achievements at the 2025 Invictus Games.

Township of Severn has proclaimed May 5 to 11 Children’s Mental Health Week (CMHW) 2025, with National Child and Youth Mental Health Day on May 7.  

This proclamation was issued at the request of New Path. Visit their website or the Children’s Mental Health Ontario website for more information.

Township of Severn is recognizing May 4 to 10 as Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) and is encouraging all residents to get prepared and 'Plan for every season'.

The County of Simcoe released an update on May 1 regarding curbside brush pick-up and temporary drop-off sites.

A reminder that the next tax bill instalment due date is Thursday, May 8. Please remember, even during mail disruptions, all penalties, interest, or fines remain in effect. We are unable to make exceptions for late payments. You can easily view, pay, and print your tax bill online through our eServices portal. For information on creating your online account, visit our eServices page.