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Declaration of Emergency
The following is an update for July 17, 2026. Direct command of the Neebing wildfire, which is reported to be 6 hectares, was officially transferred to the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) yesterday afternoon. Although the fire has not grown over the last day, municipal crews have been relieved from the fire line to rest and reset. There is currently no threat to the public or private property.
We want to thank our Volunteer Fire Team members and neighbouring fire teams who worked extremely hard to assist in keeping the community safe. While recent rainfall has provided a temporary reprieve, lightning strikes may cause new flare-ups, and as such, all fire teams remain on alert.
Due to these changing circumstances, the Deputy Fire Chief has retracted the earlier instructions related to attendance at the checkpoint located on Palisades Road. There is to be no public attendance at the checkpoint on Palisades Road. Preparedness is always key, so we encourage everyone to stay mindful of potential changes in conditions and ensure your personal emergency plans remain up to date.
The next update will be on Monday July 20, 2026.
Fire Ban in Effect
July 13, 2026 at 12:00 AM (Midnight)
Please be advised that Fire Chief, Corey Santorelli has issued a fire ban for the
Township of Gillies effective
July 13, 2026 beginning at 12:00 AM (Midnight).
All fires are prohibited throughout Gillies Township until further notice.
Active Fire Notice
Gillies Emergency Services Update: Deputy Fire Chief Scott Hole has provided an update on the active fire in the Municipality of Neebing. As mutual aid partners, the Gillies Fire Department, the O'Connor Fire Department, and the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) are actively assisting on-scene. Thanks to these collaborative efforts, steady progress is being made, though not yet fully under control. Further updates will be provided as new information is received.
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Draft Budget Meeting Dates
Draft Budget Meeting (Option A Date)
CANCELLED - Meeting is cancelled and will take place on Wednesday July 15, 2026 - 6:30 PM.
Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Tentative Meeting. If this meeting takes place, the July 15th meeting is canceled. If this meeting is canceled, the session moves to July 15th.
Draft Budget Meeting (Option B Date)
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Alternative Meeting Date. This meeting will only occur if the July 13th meeting is canceled.
Draft Budget Meeting
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Public Budget Meeting
Monday, July 27, 2026 (Time TBD)
First Meeting of the Evening: Public Consultation. This meeting is to present to the residents and for them to share feedback.
Final Budget Meeting & Adoption
Monday, July 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Second Meeting of the Evening: Budget Adoption. Following the public meeting, Council will officially meet to adopt the final 2026 Municipal Budget.
Contact Us
Township of Gillies
1092 Hwy. 595,
Kakabeka Falls, ON P0T 1W0
Phone: 807-475-3185
Fax: 807-473-0767
