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Proposed Sanitary Pumping Station on Hwy 148 - DCR Addendum Filing

PROPOSED SANITARY PUMPING STATION ON HIGHWAY 148 (intersection of Drive In Road and Pembroke Street East) – DCR Addendum Filing – comments received until October 25, 2025

The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) and Parsons Inc. have completed the Design and Construction Report (DCR) Addendum for the Detail Design and Class Environmental Assessment (EA) Study, which includes the addition of a new sanitary pumping station at 127 Drive-In Road.

Project Overview

The Highway 148 sanitary pumping station...

Canada Post Strike

Canada Post Strike - Important Information Due to the Canada Postal Strike, and the work stoppage that began on November 15, mail will be delayed to the Township of Laurentian Valley. However, residents are reminded this will not permit late payments as there are still several options available to the public to make payments including: Online Banking Payment at your bank Payment at the office with Cash/Debit/Cheque. Please note that reminders will also be delayed, but that these due dates are...

WATER SYSTEM UPDATE: EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATLEY

Water systems users in Laurentian Valley are asked to reduce water consumption where possible for the next two weeks due to a major watermain break in the City of Pembroke directly effecting all water system users in the Township of Laurentian Valley. System users are asked to reduce water usage where possible until further notice while this critical work by specialized contractors is undertaken with an anticipated completion date of December 5th, 2025. During this time users should expect lower...

RIVER POINTE BREAKS GROUND: A NEW RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY RISING IN LAURENTIAN VALLEY

On September 9, 2025, River Pointe officially celebrated the ground breaking of Laurentian Valley newest master planned community. This vibrant new neighbourhood is set to bring nearly 1,000 new homes to a growing community. Nestled along the river behind the community's retail hub, River Pointe blends natural beauty with everyday conveniences. The community will offer scenic trails, riverfront views, and easy access to schools including Algonquin College, and shopping — all while addressing the...

Total Fire Ban Lifted

TOTAL FIRE BAN LIFTED Effective immediately the Township of Laurentian Valley has lifted its total fire ban and will permit the use of campfires for households with Recreation Fire Permits. NOTE: OPEN AIR FIRES ARE STILL BANNED AND NOT PERMITTED To learn more please visit: https://www.lvtownship.ca/.../our.../burning-permits.aspx