Norfolk County residents are reminded that most County services – and all County buildings – will not be available or open on Thanksgiving Monday, October 14.
The following is a list of impacted services and closures:
County Administration Buildings
All buildings will be closed.
Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit
All branches will be closed. For public health emergencies or hazards, such as outbreaks, food poisoning, meningitis, or rabies, please call our after-hours emergency phone number at 1-877-298-5888.
Social Services and Housing
Both Simcoe and Dunnville office locations will be closed. For crisis support, such as emergency accommodation, call the Victim Services Support Line at 1-800-264-6671.
Heritage and Culture
All museums and Norfolk County Archives will be closed.
Norfolk County Public Library
All branches are closed.
Recreation
The Simcoe Recreation Centre, Simcoe Seniors’ Centre, and Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre are closed for programming during the Norfolk County Fair. The Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre will resume regular programming on Wednesday, October 16, and the Simcoe Recreation Centre and Simcoe Seniors’ Centre will re-open on Thursday, October 17, with the exception of the Multipurpose Floor, which will re-open on Friday, October 18. All other recreation facilities, including arenas, will only be closed on Monday, October 14, and will return to regular hours on Tuesday, October 15.
Ride Norfolk
Ride Norfolk will not be in operation.
ServiceNorfolk
ServiceNorfolk will be closed. Residents may email [email protected]. Staff will reply to emails in a priority sequence when offices reopen. Residents may also visit the Norfolk County Customer Service Portal online to submit non-urgent service requests, at any time.
Residents seeking emergency assistance regarding forestry, parks and facilities, public health, roads, water, sewer, and drainage, can call 1-877-298-5888.
For after-hours By-law Enforcement, the public may use the OPP (Ontario Provincial Police) non-emergency line number at 1-888-310-1122.
Transfer Stations
Transfer stations will be closed.
Waste collection
Waste collection will be delayed one day throughout the week of October 14, except in Simcoe. Residents are encouraged to use the Recycle Coach app for instant access to their area’s collection schedule, personalized reminders, and more. The app is available on the iTunes Store and the Google Play Store and is free of charge.
Residents in Waterford are reminded to have their waste/recycling to the curb by 7 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, as additional trucks will be in the area prior to the Pumpkinfest Parade.
Emergency and critical services
All essential and critical services, including Fire and Paramedic Services, will continue to operate as usual.
Norfolk County Council and staff would like to wish residents and visitors a happy and safe Thanksgiving weekend.