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Happy Labour Day Weekend, Norfolk County: What’s open and closed  

Norfolk County is reminding residents that there are some changes to programs, facilities and services throughout the Labour Day weekend and into the statutory holiday Monday.   

County Administration Buildings   
All buildings will be closed Monday, September 4, reopening Tuesday, September 5.   

Health Unit   
All branches will be closed Monday, September 4, reopening Tuesday, September 5. For public health emergencies or hazards, such as outbreaks, food poisoning, meningitis, or rabies, please call the after-hours emergency phone number at 1-877-298-5888.     

Norfolk County extended strong mayor powers

The Government of Ontario announced on Monday, August 21 that it will provide additional funding to municipalities that meet home-building targets, and extend strong mayor powers to Norfolk County and another 20 municipalities that commit to meeting these targets.

Mayor’s Affordability Roundtable aims to tackle rising costs

Norfolk County is calling upon residents to participate in the Mayor’s Affordability Roundtable. 

This group will provide a road map highlighting how the County can identify and execute affordability priorities in many areas, including housing. 

Registration for fall and winter recreation programs starts August 22  

Norfolk County’s Fall and Winter Recreation Program Guide is now available online to help residents plan and prepare for registration. From swimming, sports, and fitness to art, dancing, and music, Norfolk County is offering dozens of programs and activities for all ages and abilities.

Norfolk creates survey to review business licensing

Norfolk County staff are always looking for ways to meet the needs of the community. With that in mind, staff are currently reviewing the Business Licensing By-Law, specifically as it relates to health and safety. 

Norfolk County is growing, have your say about how

What will Norfolk be like by the year 2050? How do we ensure that future growth and development can benefit the community? On Tuesday, August 15, Norfolk County will launch the next phase of engagement for the ongoing comprehensive Growth Management Study, known as “Grow Norfolk”.

Norfolk County is growing, have your say about how

What will Norfolk be like by the year 2050? How do we ensure that future growth and development can benefit the community? On Tuesday, August 15, Norfolk County will launch the next phase of engagement for the ongoing comprehensive Growth Management Study, known as “Grow Norfolk”.

The study is using new forecasts and new directions to investigate locations for future development within or expanding upon existing settlement areas, reviewing industrial employment lands, dealing with overall housing needs, examining agricultural areas, and much more.