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Date: April 16th, 2026

Time: 7:00 pm

Location: Malahide Township Council Chambers at the Springfield & Area Community Service Building, 51221 Ron McNeil Line,                    Springfield. The Meeting can also be attended and/or viewed virtually.

To consider the updated Elgincentives Community Improvement Plan (CIP).

Click HERE for full Public Notice.

Information on the proposed amendments.

Draft of the updated Elgincentives Community Improvement Plan.

Focus Area Maps 

Click HERE for an interactive map.

Take Notice that the Township of Malahide has received an application for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment as follows:

File No: D09-OPA01-26; D14-Z01-26

Owners: Clovermead Adventure Farm

Applicant: Chris Hiemstra

Location of Property: Con 8, Part Lot 11, Township of Malahide

Click HERE for the complete notice.

Starting March 23rd to March 27th, the Township Office will be undergoing building maintenance. Front desk service remains available; however, staffing may be limited at times. All staff will be available by phone or email during this time. 

Click HERE for more information.

Notice of Study Commencement Planning, Preliminary Design and Class Environmental Assessment, Highway 3 St. Thomas to Aylmer Project Reference: GWP 3039-24-00

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained Stantec Consulting Ltd. to undertake a Planning, Preliminary Design, and Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study for Highway 3 from St. Thomas to Aylmer, in Elgin County.

Review full notice HERE

Project Website: www.highway3elgineast.ca

This is a Water Safety, Watershed Condition Statement reminding residents that warming temperatures increase river flows, melting snow will produce slippery and unsafe riverbanks, and that other unforeseen factors could be dangerous for waterway recreators. Flooding is not expected at this time. 

Click HERE for full statement.

During the period from March 1 to April 30, trucks are subject to reduced load restrictions in line with the Highway Traffic Act and By-law 14-89. These measures aim to safeguard roads and bridges from potential damage during the spring thaw. Certain specialized farm vehicles are exempt from these restrictions. For further information, please visit our website at:  https://www.malahide.ca/halfload/

From pavement improvements to full road rebuilds, projects are happening on County roads across the region to keep them safe, reliable, and ready for the future. We know construction can be disruptive at times, but these investments help support local businesses, emergency services, agriculture, and daily travel for everyone who calls Elgin home.

Want to know what’s happening on County roads near you, when work is scheduled, and how traffic may be affected? Visit engageelgin.ca/construction for...

You asked, we listened! Malahide residents can now buy garbage bag tags at two local retail stores in addition to the Township Office. It’s easier than ever to grab tags close to home while running errands.

This update supports accessibility, local shopping, and responsible waste disposal.

Bag tags are still available at the Township Office for $1.50 each.

Bag Tags can also be purchased at the following Malahide locations:

• Springfield Food Mart
  51195 Ron McNeil Line, Springfield
• Avon Feedmill
  15538...

Issued February 23, 2026 - The Flood Warning, Watershed Conditions Statement issued on February 22, 2026, has been retracted and is downgraded to a Normal, Watershed Condition Statement.

Normal Watershed Condition Statement- Conditions have improved flooding in low-lying areas of the watershed has subsided.

Click HERE for full statement.