Noxious Weeds Public Notice

In accordance with Ontario’s Weed Control Act, all property owners are required to remove noxious (harmful) weeds by June 16, 2025, and continue to manage them throughout the growing season.

If no action is taken, the municipality may enter the property to remove the weeds, with associated costs charged to the property owner.

The Act aims to protect agricultural and horticultural lands. It generally does not apply to lawns, gardens, or private spaces, unless the weeds impact nearby farming operations.

We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our community clean, safe, and in compliance with provincial regulations.

Notice to Residents and Property Owners Regarding Noxious Weeds

NOTICE is hereby given to all persons in possession of any land or a lot in a registered plan of subdivision or on any lot not exceeding ten acres, in accordance with the Weed Control Act, Statutes of Ontario, 1990, Chapter W.5, Section 3, 13, 16, 18 and 23, that unless noxious weeds growing on their lands within the municipalities listed below are destroyed by June 16, 2025 and throughout the season, the municipality may then enter upon the said lands and have the weeds destroyed, charging the costs against the land as set out in the Act.

The main purpose of the Weed Control Act, R.S.O. 1990, is to reduce the impact of noxious weeds on the industries of agriculture and horticulture. Primarily this act applies to agricultural and horticultural lands that generate income or other benefits to agriculture; this excludes lawns, gardens and private areas for personal enjoyment and leisure.

Under the Weed Control Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter W.5 Section 3, 16 and 23 that you are requested to destroy all noxious weeds on your property.

In Urban Areas

Section 3, 13, 16 and 18 do not apply to noxious weeds or weed seeds that are far enough away from any land used for agricultural or horticultural purposes, as they do not interfere with that use.

All properties within the Township of Malahide are hereby requested to be in compliance with the Weed Control Act, R.S.O. 1990 by the 16th day of June 2025 and throughout the growing season.

THE COOPERATION OF ALL CITIZENS IS EARNESTLY SOLICITED

Jeff Lawrence, Weed Inspector
Forests & Lands Supervisor
Kettle Creek Conservation Authority
519-631-1270 Ext. 231

Schedule of Noxious Weeds