The United Counties of Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry

The Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) is bringing extra blooms to Cooper Marsh’s biodiversity after a meadow at the 673-acre conservation area was recently filled with native wildflowers.

RRCA plants native wildflowers at Cooper Marsh | SDG Counties SDG COUNTIES, Ontario - The Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) is bringing extra blooms to Cooper Marsh’s biodiversity after a meadow at the 673-acre conservation area was recently filled with native wildflowers. The RRCA also added woodland-specific flowers in treed areas near the Marsh....

Those with a passion for our planet are encouraged to join the Township of South Stormont's Envoironmental Action Committee.

Applications are being sought from South Stormont residents only. Please find all the details below. :)

We're just days away from the deadline to submit your application to join our Environmental Action Committee! 🌱

This committee meets quarterly and provides Council with advice, comments and recommendations for the protection and enhancement of our local environment. 🌎

If you, or someone you know, has a vested interest in the environment and may be interested in joining the Environmental Action Committee, head over to www.southstormont.ca/careers for all the details and application instructions!

Our transportation services department is in search of some fine individuals to fill vacancies. You can apply today!

MORE INFO: https://www.sdgcounties.ca/work-with-us

FALL BACK: We thought we would have a little fun with this one - with some inspiration from Internet memes.

Don't forget that clocks will go back one hour Saturday night/Sunday morning. Some clocks will need some help, some will do it all by themselves...and some things just shouldn't be attempted (including moving your home. Don't do that.).

See you all in the spring! :)

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Mother Nature, it would seem, loves Halloween. The weather looks downright PERFECT for trick-or-treating. Please enjoy the night safely and responsibly. Here are some Halloween safety tips!

🎃Avoid costumes that are too big or have long dangling pieces that children can trip over.

🎃To avoid injuries, let children draw a face or design on the pumpkin and then have an adult carve it.

🎃Go trick or treating with your children each year until they are old enough to go with a friend.

🎃Tell your children not to eat any treats until you have looked them over.

MORE INFO: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/home-safety/halloween-safety.html

Campers and boaters from near and far spent many tranquil hours in nature this year thanks to the Raisin Region Conservation Authority's (RRCA) campground at Charlottenburgh Park and the marina at Gray’s Creek Conservation Area.

RRCA wraps up busy camping, boating season | SDG Counties SDG COUNTIES, Ontario - Campers and boaters from near and far spent many tranquil hours in nature this year thanks to the Raisin Region Conservation Authority’s (RRCA) campground at Charlottenburgh Park and the marina at Gray’s Creek Conservation Area. Both amenities recently closed for the seas...

REMINDER: There are two more opportunities to help us shape the future of local tourism.

Tonight we are hosting a visioning session at the Sir John Johnson House in Williamstown from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Please join us! :)

Tomorrow morning (Oct. 29) we are hosting a similar session at the McIntosh Inn in Morrisburg. The session runs from 9:30 to 11 a.m.

Public input sought for new SDG Tourism strategic plan | SDG Counties SDG COUNTIES, Ontario - SDG Counties Tourism, with the support of Cornwall Tourism, is embarking on the creation of a new five-year tourism strategic plan. Aimed at fostering community well-being and enhancing the visitor economy, this plan will help shape the future of tourism in the region through...

The SDG Library is seeking individuals to fill vacant casual support positions. Check out the link below. 🙂 The SDG Library is an amazing place to work! 🙂

MORE INFO: www.sdgcounties.ca/work-with-us

LOCAL GOVERMNMENT WEEK: Municipal governments administer an array of services. From parks and rec to street clearing, firefighting, arena maintenance and even community events our dedicated staff make it all possible – often with a smile and a good word. Let’s celebrate our local traditions, community spirit and positive vibes. It’s great to live here!

LENGTHY DETOUR: CP Rail is planning maintenance work at the crossing in Green Valley, on Oct. 30 beginning at 7 a.m.

A lengthy county road detour will be in place, detailed below. Other local roads are available to shorten travel. We apologize for the inconvenience this detour will cause.

North Glengarry
Township of South Glengarry

The Service Manager Joint Liaison Committee, which includes participation from The City of Cornwall, begins at 2 p.m. You can watch the meeting live at the link below. 🙂

Oct. 23, 2024 - Service Manager Joint Liaison Committee Meeting - City of Cornwall A regular meeting of the SMJLC.

Please see this important update from the Township of South Stormont.

🌟 We’re excited to see the community engaging with the DRAFT Nuisance By-law! Here are a few clarifications:

🦌Annual hunting is exempt from firearm restrictions.
🧑‍🌾Farmers can use fi****ms to protect their property from nuisance wildlife.
❄️Snow clearing operations are exempt, so you can clear your driveway without worry.

Remember, this is a DRAFT and can be modified! No final decisions will be made until after the public engagement period and the Open House on November 14. Share your thoughts at www.speakupsouthstormont.ca!

Today's SDG Counties meeting will be live at 9 a.m. You can watch the meeting as it happens - just click on this link :)

Oct. 21, 2024 - SDG Counties Council - regular meeting A regular meeting of the SDG Counties Council.

SDG Counties Council will meet for its next regular session on Monday, Oct. 21 at 9 a.m. You can watch the meeting live on our YouTube channel. See the link below :)

YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/

Today SDG Counties was saddened to learn that former Warden, Chris McDonell, has passed away.

Chris was a fixture among local leaders, serving first as a police officer, before making the transition to politics. He was a member of council for the Township of North Glengarry for some 18 years.

Chris entered his first election race in November 2000, when he was elected as a councillor at large. He was re-elected to this position in 2003. In 2006, Chris was elected deputy mayor – a position he held until being elected mayor in a 2012 byelection. Chris remained mayor until his retirement in 2018.

Chris was an active member of SDG Counties Council, culminating in 2009 when he was chosen as Warden for a one-year term.

SDG Counties Council, staff and residents extend their heartfelt sympathies to the McDonell family and friends.