Media Releases

The Norfolk County Clerk has officially reviewed and approved all nominations for the 2026 Municipal Election. Each candidate must satisfy the requirements of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. 

The nomination period commenced May 1, 2026, and completed on August 21, 2026, at 2 p.m. 

Norfolk County will begin delivering new garbage and organic waste carts to more than 30,000 properties starting Monday, August 24, 2026, as the municipality prepares to launch its new cart-based waste collection program on Monday, September 28, 2026.

Norfolk County delegates met with provincial ministries this week at the 2026 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference in Ottawa to advocate for local priorities and strengthen provincial partnerships.  

Norfolk County has installed a Wind Phone at Colonel Stalker Park in Simcoe, creating a dedicated space for reflection, remembrance and healing. 

Norfolk County residents are reminded that most County services and all County buildings will not be open or available on Civic Holiday, Monday, August 3, 2026. 

The Haldimand Norfolk Housing Corporation (HNHC) has announced that Chief Executive Officer Matt Bowen has submitted his resignation. His last day with the organization will be September 11, 2026. 

Norfolk County is advising residents of a change to how legislatively required public notices will be published following the recent closure of the Norfolk and Tillsonburg News printed newspaper.

Norfolk County is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Dogwood Awards, which recognize individuals and groups who make outstanding contributions to preserving, promoting, and celebrating Norfolk County's heritage and culture. 

Norfolk County is providing an update regarding the large structure fire that occurred at a commercial livestock barn located west of Simcoe on July 14, 2026. 

Norfolk County has maintained its AA/Stable credit rating from Standard and Poor’s (S&P).