Media Releases

Norfolk County residents are reminded that most County services – and all County buildings – will not be available on Canada Day, Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a Heat Warning for Norfolk County with dangerously hot and humid conditions expected. A Heat Warning is issued when daytime temperatures reach 31°C or higher, overnight lows remain at 20°C or higher, or the humidex exceeds 40, for two or more consecutive days. These conditions can pose serious health risks, especially for vulnerable populations. 

Norfolk County has released a comprehensive report analyzing its financial performance and challenges over the past decade. The report was presented to Council-in-Committee on June 12, 2025, and is now available to the public.

Yesterday, Standard and Poor’s (S&P) published Norfolk’s credit rating, affirming the AA/Stable rating.

Starting Sunday, June 15, paid parking will once again be in effect in three lakeside communities across Norfolk County until Labour Day, Tuesday, September 2. 

From June 12 to 15, Norfolk County will host its fourth annual Community Days celebration. 

Norfolk County is gearing up to welcome thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts to Port Dover for the iconic Friday the 13th (PD13) rally on Friday, June 13, 2025. This long-standing tradition, now in its 44th year, continues to draw visitors from across North America for a day of celebration, camaraderie, and community spirit. 

Norfolk County has been working on a plan to improve community facilities and is now seeking public input on the draft strategic options.

The start time for Norfolk County’s June Council-in-Committee meeting has been changed to Thursday, June 12, at 10 a.m.  

Norfolk County will mark the 100th anniversary of its War Memorial, the Carillon Tower, with a rededication ceremony and community parade on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.