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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. 

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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.

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Issued February 23, 2026 - The Flood Warning, Watershed Conditions Statement issued on February 22, 2026, has been retracted and is downgraded to a Normal, Watershed Condition Statement.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

We are pleased to acknowledge the Province of Ontario’s support for the Port Burwell Area Secondary Water Supply System (PBASWSS) Rehabilitation Project. This critical infrastructure initiative will replace and modernize high‑risk components of the jointly owned regional water transmission system, including approximately 7 kilometres of PVC watermain and sections of the original pipeline, along with key system upgrades to provide continuous safe potable water supply to residents, improve...

UPDATE:

Significant Weather Event Ended

Effective: 1/16/2026 at 1:30 PM

This newsletter is a valuable way to keep everyone in the Township connected and informed. As we wrap up the final quarter of the year, there's been a great deal of activity, and we're pleased to share key updates, highlights, and upcoming events with our residents. 

Click HERE to read the 4th Edition of our Newsletter.