News and Notices
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Kawartha Lakes
P.O. Box 9000, 26 Francis Street
Lindsay, ON, K9V 5R8
Telephone: 705-324-9411
Toll free at 1-888-822-2225
After-hours emergencies: 1-877-885-7337
Recycling changes now in effect in Kawartha Lakes
As of January 1, 2026, residential recycling in Kawartha Lakes is managed by Circular Materials, a not-for-profit organization appointed by producers under Ontario’s new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework.
Recycling is now collected by Emterra. For questions related to recycling, such as collection schedules or missed pickups, please contact Emterra directly using the information below.
1-888-597-1541
customercareont@emterra.ca
Kawartha Lakes – Kawartha Lakes is moving forward with the full replacement of the Lake Dalrymple Bridge, with construction scheduled to begin May 19, 2025. This is a $4.7 million project in the 2025 Capital Budget to ensure state of good repair of City assets.
Kawartha Lakes – May is Museum Month, a special time to celebrate how museums help protect and share our history, culture, art, and science. During May, we have a unique opportunity to reflect on the invaluable contributions these institutions make to our understanding of the world around us.
Kawartha Lakes – In response to the March 29-30 ice storm, the municipality launched two curbside storm debris clean-up programs to help residents clean-up their fallen tree and brush debris.
Notice of Temporary Service Disruptions: Lindsay Recreation Complex May 5 to May 11, 2025.
Kawartha Lakes - Kawartha Conservation has issued a Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety for the Kawartha Lakes region until 12pm on Friday May 9, 2025.
Kawartha Lakes – Parks and Recreation outdoor spaces took a huge hit during the Ice Storm and closed due to significant damage and safety concerns.
Kawartha Lakes – The annual April Burn Ban in Kawartha Lakes has been lifted effective May 1, 2025.
Kawartha Lakes – May is Community Living Month, an annual celebration of the contributions of people who have an intellectual disability, and their families. To help spread awareness, Community Living Ontario has encouraged landmarks across the province to Shine a Light on Community Living by lighting up in blue and green.
Kawartha Lakes – Renovations at the Lindsay Municipal Service Centre (City Hall, 26 Francis Street, Lindsay) are now complete, following several months of work to modernize and enhance the space.
Kawartha Lakes – Routine spring watermain flushing for the Kawartha Lakes Drinking Water Systems starts in May 2025.
Operators from the Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) will be flushing the below DWS per the following schedule:
Contact Us
Kawartha Lakes
P.O. Box 9000, 26 Francis Street
Lindsay, ON, K9V 5R8
Telephone: 705-324-9411
Toll free at 1-888-822-2225
After-hours emergencies: 1-877-885-7337
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