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Vote In-person
Advance voting begins October 17
You can vote at an in-person voting station on October 17, 20, or 23. Bring government-issued identification and proof of your address.
Saturday, October 17, 2026: Administration Office, 1024 Hurlwood Lane, 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026: Coldwater Community Centre, 11 Michael Anne Drive, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday, October 23, 2026: Washago Community Centre, 4361 Hamilton Street, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Find more details and information at: severn.ca/vote.
Fall 2026 | Winter 2027 Recreation registration is now open!
Explore programs and activities for all ages and abilities, including fitness, arts, skating, camps, and more.
View the Recreation Guide and register today at: severn.ca/recreation.
Advance voting begins October 17
You can vote at an in-person voting station on October 17, 20, or 23. Bring government-issued identification and proof of your address.
Saturday, October 17, 2026: Administration Office, 1024 Hurlwood Lane, 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026: Coldwater Community Centre, 11 Michael Anne Drive, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday, October 23, 2026: Washago Community Centre, 4361 Hamilton Street, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Find more details and information at: severn.ca/vote.
Final tax bills were issued in June, and taxes are due in two instalments, August 8 and October 8. Visit our eServices portal to view, pay, and manage your bills online. As the due date falls on a Saturday, pre-authorized payments will be withdrawn on Monday, August 10. Payments received up to and including Monday, August 10 will not incur late fees. Please refer to your tax bill for payment details.
Township of Severn celebrated the installation of three new SaveStations during a grand opening and ribbon-cutting event held at the Coldwater Fairgrounds on Wednesday, July 29.
Read the August 2026 Municipal Update for key Township news, project updates, meeting information, and more.
Work is progressing on the reconstruction of Bayou Road from Highway 11 to Hedgemere Landing. The project includes road reconstruction, sidewalks, drainage improvements, streetlighting and new pavement markings.
Coldwater Road (Mill Street to Sturgeon Bay Road) and Mill Street (Eplett Street to Coldwater Road) will be closed on Saturday, August 15, 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for The Magical World of Faeries event
Our Administration Office (1024 Hurlwood Lane, Severn) will be closed on Monday, August 3, for the Civic holiday. The office will reopen on Tuesday, August 4, at 8:30 a.m.
Based on beach water testing results taken on July 22, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) has lifted the swimming advisory for Washago Centennial Park beach.
Update July 22: The cemetery has reopened.
Coldwater Cemetery is temporarily closed due to a downed tree. For public safety, residents and visitors are asked not to enter the cemetery until further notice.
The Fire Danger Rating in Severn has been set to MODERATE. Please burn with caution, as conditions can change quickly, even with the recent rain and forecasted cooler temperatures. Never leave a fire unattended.
Effective Friday, July 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., the Township of Severn has changed the Fire Danger Rating to HIGH and lifted the fire ban. At a HIGH rating, burning is permitted with extra caution; however, Severn Fire and Emergency Services recommends no burning. Never leave a fire unattended.
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Severn, Ontario
Phone: 705-325-2315
Fax: 705-327-5818
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