News

Construction of the Waterford Skate Park complex will begin this month, dependent on the mild winter weather continuing.

Provincial funding from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry announced in January will enable Norfolk County to purchase gas monitoring equipment to strengthen Norfolk’s ability to respond to legacy gas well emergencies.

Flags at Governor Simcoe Square have been lowered to half-mast until Tuesday, March 5, in honour of The Right Honourable Brian Mulroney P.C. C.C. G.O.Q., 18th Prime Minister of Canada, who passed away on February 29, 2024.
 

The Canadian Mental Health Association, Brant-Haldimand-Norfolk Branch (CMHA) has partnered with the Haldimand Norfolk Housing Corporation, Norfolk County, and Norfolk General Hospital/Holmes House to provide an alternative location for the Addiction Supportive Housing (ASH) program in Simcoe.

Norfolk County residents are encouraged to mark their calendars for the third annual Norfolk Community Days from June 13 to 16, 2024.

Norfolk County is joining other municipalities across the province in launching its first ever FoodCycler ™ Pilot Program.

Spring swimming registration, and spring and summer recreation program registration opens on Tuesday, February 27 at noon, with summer swimming registration beginning on May 7. 

Norfolk County is calling upon members of the community to get involved in the Mayor’s Affordability Roundtable by speaking at an upcoming meeting.  

Norfolk County is reminding residents of changes to programs and facility closures on Family Day, Monday, February 19. While many buildings, programs, and services are not open or running, there are several recreational opportunities for community members of all ages.

Sections of the Waterford Heritage Trail that were closed during the demolition of decommissioned agricultural silos are now open once again.

Community members are invited to provide ideas and suggestions on the future of the Vittoria Town Hall at an in-person engagement session or in advance at comment boxes at locations across the County.

Norfolk residents can now submit service requests or report an issue online, anytime, day or night, from their computer or smartphone.

Norfolk County will be accepting applications for the revamped Community Grants Program from February 1 until February 29, 2024. 

The improved application process has been revised to make it clearer, more transparent and linked to the County’s Strategic Priorities.