News & Notices

<p>The Town of Collingwood implemented the 2020 water and wastewater rates on July 1, 2020. An extensive rate-study was conducted by Hemson Consulting Ltd. to evaluate and gather the appropriate data to provide an updated rate structure that will support the needs of the community. Water and wastewater are self-funded utilities, meaning that they are non-tax supported operations. While it seems fresh water is plentiful in our municipality, we still must be financially and environmentally responsible water users and not take our freshwater asset - The Georgian Bay - for granted.</p>

<p>On June 15, Town of Collingwood Council approved the recommendation developed by the <a href="https://www.collingwood.ca/council-government/news-notices/town-collingwood-s-economic-support-recovery-task-force">14-person Collingwood Economic Support &amp; Recovery Taskforce</a>. This Task Force of private and public sector leaders worked tirelessly with Town Staff to develop 6 Item Action Plan within 8 weeks.</p>

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<p>Interested in speaking at an upcoming Council Meeting on the proposed Economic Recovery action items? Email <a href="mailto:clerk@collingwood.ca">clerk@collingwood.ca</a> today with your interest.</p>

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<p>The County of Simcoe has develop a simple information chart showing all of the COVID-19 programs, loans and grants available to local businesses. </p>

<p>This checklist is intended to help retail businesses ensure physical distancing and operate safely to prevent the spread of COVID-19.</p>

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<p>Please take notice that Council Business will resume to regularly scheduled meetings virtually beginning April 20 until the pandemic has concluded. Anyone wishing to address Standing Committee or Council regarding municipal business can contact <a href="mailto:clerk@collingwood.ca">clerk@collingwood.ca</a> or complete the Deputation Request Form. </p>

<p>Mayor Saunderson proclaims Wednesday, April 22, 2020 as Earth Day in the Town of Collingwood.</p>

<p>New signs have been installed on the Trails with a key COVID-19 safety warning: </p>
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<li>Please keep physical distancing. </li>
<li>Physical distancing means keeping at least 2 metres apart from ALL others.</li>
<li>You can still wave, make eye contact, and say hello as you walk by.</li>
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<p>The Town of Collingwood is developing an Economic Support and Recovery Task Force to advise Council on supporting and assisting local businesses on rebuilding the local economy and investments. Discover <a href="https://www.collingwood.ca/building-business/covid-19-business-recovery-resources">COVID-19 Business Recovery Resources</a>, including webinars, funding, and support initiatives.</p>

<p>Please join the Town of Collingwood in thanking and celebrating the Front-Line Heroes in our community. Thank you hospital staff, first responders, caregivers, and all essential workers!</p>