Media Releases

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

Norfolk County continues to make progress toward a stronger financial future, according to the 2025 Audited Financial Statements and Investment Update presented at Council-in-Committee today.  

Norfolk County is temporarily stopping tire drop-off at the Simcoe Transfer Station and South Walsingham Transfer Station effective immediately due to collection delays under Ontario’s provincial tire recycling program. 

The start time for Norfolk County’s July Council-in-Committee meeting has been changed to Tuesday, July 14, at 9:30 a.m.

Beginning today and continuing through August 24, 2026, the Norfolk County Fire Department is recruiting volunteer firefighters to serve at eight stations across Norfolk County. 

Norfolk County Council has approved the 2026-27 investment plan that supports housing stability and homelessness prevention services across Haldimand and Norfolk.  

Residents in Haldimand and Norfolk may now apply for help with essential home repairs through the Ontario Renovates program. 

Norfolk County has endorsed short-term Rental regulations, a Municipal Accommodation Tax, and the creation of a Municipal Development Corporation to support destination management and tourism promotion.

Norfolk County residents are reminded that most County services, and all County buildings, will not be open or available on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

Norfolk County Council has approved updates to the County’s parking by-law to improve clarity and support more effective parking management across the community.