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Issued February 23, 2026 - The Flood Warning, Watershed Conditions Statement issued on February 22, 2026, has been retracted and is downgraded to a Normal, Watershed Condition Statement.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

 2026 Interim Property tax notices have been mailed. The first installment is due March 15th, 2026.

If you did not receive your tax notice, please contact the Municipal Office at 519-773-5344 ext. 221 or email finance@malahide.ca. 

*Failure to receive a tax notice does not relieve the ratepayer from payment of taxes nor from liability of penalty/interest for late payment. *

Date: March 5, 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.

File No: Z02-26

Owner(s): John Weninger

Applicant: Civic Planning Solutions Inc. (c/o David Roe)

Location of Property: CON 2 PART LOT 7 (48776 Jamestown Line, Malahide)

See full Public Notice HERE.

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. 

The Township of Malahide is seeking Expressions of Interest from individuals, community groups, or businesses to operate concession services at Malahide Community Place during the 2026 summer season.

Submission Deadline: February 27, 2026 (2:00 pm)

See full EOI details HERE

We’ve seen and heard some questions and comments circulating and wanted to provide some clarity.

1.Starting January 1, 2026, the way recycling is collected in the Township of Malahide and across Ontario will change under the Blue Box Regulation (O. Reg. 391/21). The Township will no longer operate or manage the curbside recycling program. Circular Materials Ontario will assume full control and responsibility for curbside recycling collection in Malahide. They’ve issued this and may issue other...