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Fire Ban in Effect - Update
Posted on Friday, May 08, 2026 01:35 PM
Update: Chief Santorelli has provided an update to the fire ban status for Gillies Township. Effective Midnight (12:00 AM) on Friday May 15, 2026 the fire ban will be lifted. Extreme caution should continue to be taken and all burning rules strictly followed.
Original Notice: Fire Chief Corey Santorelli has issued a fire ban for Gillies Township effective May 8, 2026 1:30 PM.
New Website
Posted on Tuesday, May 05, 2026 10:05 AM
Notice: Over the next few weeks the Gillies Website will be transitioning to a new platform. Thank you for your patience.
Important Updates
Posted on Saturday, December 20, 2025 08:13 AM
As we enter into the New Year there are some important updates for you to know.
1. The municipal office will be closed for the holidays beginning Monday, December 22, 2025 and re-opening on Monday, January 5, 2026.
2. 72 hour preparedness kits will continue to be distributed in January. New dates/times will be provided in January. Please leave a message at 807-475-3185 ext. 4 or 3 with your name and how many live in your household. Leaving this message automatically triggers the appropriate...
AMO's Healthy Democracy Leadership Series
Posted on Friday, December 12, 2025 01:08 PM
As Ontario moves toward the 2026 municipal elections, both current elected officials and aspiring candidates are navigating increasing levels of community expectation, online toxicity, and pressures on personal wellbeing. This series provides a supportive, skills-focused environment to strengthen your leadership foundation and reconnect with the values that guide public service.
Developed in partnership with Nominee, Stronger Leaders, Stronger Communities combines expert facilitation,...
Canada's New Colour Coded Alerts
Posted on Monday, December 01, 2025 10:46 AM
Environment and Climate Change Canada has launched colour-coded weather alerts to help Canadians quickly understand their level of risk during severe weather.
But, what do the colours mean?
Yellow: Hazardous Impacts moderate, localized, and/or short-term
Orange (most common): Severe, Impacts major and/or widespread
Red (uncommon): Very dangerous, Impacts extreme, extensive, and prolonged, or rare
Remember: know the colour, know the risk. Learn more at Canada.ca/Weather-Alerts #WeatherReady
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