Highland Voice 2014

Highland
Voice
Volume 11 2014
L an a rk High l ands
Munic i pal Serv ice Dire ctory
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Highland
Voice
Mayors Message......................................................... 2
Council Members & Committee Meetings................... 3
Our History................................................................... 4
Administrative Services................................................ 5
Animal Control............................................................. 6
Finance Department..................................................... 7
Building Department.................................................... 8
Planning Department................................................. 10
Public Works Department - Waste/Recycling.............. 12
Public Works Department - Roads.............................. 18
Municipal Drug Strategy Committee.......................... 19
Police Services............................................................ 20
Fire Services............................................................... 21
Fire & Emergency Planning........................................ 22
North Lanark Community Health Centre.................... 23
Arts and Culture......................................................... 24
Community Centres, Halls & Arena............................ 25
Youth Centre.............................................................. 26
Libraries..................................................................... 27
Lanark Highlands Business & Tourism........................ 27
Voting Information..................................................... 28
Community Directory................................................. 29
Calendar of Events....................................... Back Cover
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Phone: 613-259-2398 or 1-800-239-4695 (Toll Free)
Fax: 613-259-2291
Website: www.lanarkhighlands.ca
Check out our new Facebook page: Township of Lanark Highlands
Position
Name
Ext
Email Address
Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk
Rob Wittkie
222
rwittkie@lanarkhighlands.ca
Planning Administrator/ Deputy Clerk
Stacey Blair
231
sblair@lanarkhighlands.ca
Treasurer
Robert Bunker
225
rbunker@lanarkhighlanda.ca
A/P-Payroll-Benefits-HR Clerk
Norma Melanson
224
nmelanson@lanarkhighlands.ca
Accounts Receivable/Taxation Clerk
Donna Schonauer
229
dschonauer@lanarkhighlands.ca
Superintendent of Public Works
Dave Ennis
239
dennis@lanarkhighlands.ca
Public Works Assistant
Cathie Green
249
cgreen@lanarkhighlands.ca
Chief Building Official
Phil Borrowman
237
pborrowman@lanarkhighlands.ca
Planning Assistant
Jen Solf
228
planningadmin@lanarkhighlands.ca
Fire Administrative Assistant
Scott Norton
242
snorton@lanarkhighlands.ca
Public Works Technologist
Tom McCarthy
250
tmccarthy@lanarkhighlands.ca
Fire Chief
Rod Black
236
lhfirechief@lanarkhighlands.ca
Receptionist
Stacey Knowles
0 or 221
lhreception@lanarkhighlands.ca
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M ayor s M e s s a g e 2 0 1 4
ust as appearances may change from time to time, so can operations

at the Township. This year marks the start of succession plans with
township staff. Rob Wittkie has moved up to become the CAO/
Clerk. Stacey Blair has come on board to take his place as Deputy Clerk/
Planning Administrator. It is always gratifying to see new employees fit
in and work well with existing long term staff.
In December 2013, Council adopted a municipal asset management plan.
The plan outlines the municipalities approach for the acquisition and
maintenance of its infrastructure. Development of an asset management
plan has been identified as a prerequisite for the receipt of funding from
the Province of Ontario under the Municipal Infrastructure Investment
Initiative (MIII) and as such represents an important first step to obtain
future financing for necessary infrastructure investments.
Mayor Peter McLaren
As a result of the work completed last year in developing an asset

management plan, the Township was successful in receiving a
$1,100,000.00 MIII grant to replace the French Line Bridge. The grant
provides 90% funding for the project.
Last year also saw significant improvements and upgrades to the Lanark
Village Arena. These include a new ice making plant, new boards and
glass, a completely renovated zamboni room as well as upgrades to the
bleachers and the lobby area. In spite of being unsuccessful in obtaining
grant funding for the improvements, Council deemed the project
necessary for a number of reasons, most of all public safety.
In keeping with my election promise to be fiscally responsible, other
new initiatives started in the past year include the purchase of good
slightly used road equipment. This year alone we have added three
used plow trucks, a loader backhoe and two used pickups to the fleet.
This practice continues to extend our budget dollars for the purchase
of capital equipment at less than half the price of new. The initiative
has been so successful that the County of Lanark Road Department is
following our lead.
Finally, 2014 marks the end of this term of council. It has been my
pleasure and privilege to be your mayor for the last four years. What
a great learning experience made easy with support of the best staff
anywhere for the best community in this great country of ours.
Thank you,
Mayor Peter McLaren
p.mclarenfarms@sympatico.ca
613-259-3139
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Coucil Members and Committee Meetings

PETER McLAREN, Mayor
p.mclarenfarms@sympatico.ca
613-259-3139
BOB MINGIE, Ward 4
Township: Council, Committee of the Whole,

Committee of Adjustment, Lanark Highlands &
North Lanark Community Health Centre - Joint
Planning Committee

Committee of Adjustment, Lanark Highlands
Business and Tourism Association, Sewer &
Water Technical Advisory Committee
bmingie.lh@gmail.com
613-256-7881
County: Council, Corporate Services, Community

Development, Community Services, Public Works,
Awards of Excellence Sub-Committee, Broadband
Project Committee, OP/ISCP Evaluation Committee
TOM LALONDE, Ward 5
BRIAN STEWART, Deputy Mayor & Ward 6

brian_stewart@sympatico.ca
613-253-4609
tlalonde.lh@gmail.com
613-259-5646
Committee of Adjustment, Frosty Fling Winter
Festival, Lanark Highlands Public Library Board,
Lanark Highlands Youth Centre Inc .

Committee of Adjustment, Lanark Highlands &
North Lanark Community Health Centre - Joint
Planning Committee
County: Council, Corporate Services, Community
Development, Community Services, Public Works,
Awards of Excellence Sub-Committee, Broadband
Project Committee, OP/ISCP Evaluation Committee
BOB SUTCLIFFE, Ward 1
Co unc il & Committee Meet ing s
rfssr1@sympatico.ca
613-256-5957
Council Meetings

Committee of Adjustment, Middleville Museum
Board, Mississippi Valley Conservation
Township Council meetings are generally held on the fourth Tuesday ofeach
month commencing at 7:00 p.m.
Committee Meetings
Committee of the Whole meetings are generally held on the first and third
Tuesdays of each month commencing at 2:30 p.m.
DEREK LOVE, Ward 2
To view our updated Committee and Council Meetings Schedule

please check our website at www.lanarkhighlands.ca
dereklove.lh@gmail.com
613-623-3541
Delegations

Committee of Adjustment, Municipal Drug
Strategy, Police Services Board
Those who wish to appear as delegations are asked to submit a

written request outlining the purpose of their delegation to appear before a
Committee, at least ten (10) days in advance of the meeting.
To submit a request or for further information please contact the Clerks
Office at clerk@lanarkhighlands.ca or at 613-259-2398 ext.231.
KEN SINCLAIR, Ward 3

ksinclair.lh@gmail.com
613-278-0806
Committee of Adjustment, District Fire Chiefs
Meeting, Lanark & District Museum Board
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Our History
n 1812, The British Government designated all of Lanark County as

a potential landing point for European immigrant settlers. With the
establishment of Perth as a military town in 1816, Lanark Township,
Dalhousie Township and North Sherbrooke Township were opened
for even greater settlement in 1820. From the outset, Lanark Village
was designated to be the chief local administrative base for Northern
Lanark. Lavant and Darling were also opened for settlement over the
following 20 years, in order to accommodate the increasing number of
immigrants from the British Isles.
1997 July 1 North West Lanark Township and Darling Township
The earliest settlers were unemployed Scots who left the overpopulated areas of Glasgow and Lanarkshire, following the Napoleonic war.
In 1820, approximately 400 families arrived in Lanark Village, bringing with them skills in cotton weaving, carpentry, blacksmithing and
shoemaking. A similar influx of Irish settlers arrived during the 1830s
and 1840s. However, the growth of the area was somewhat impeded
by the muddy, rocky terrain and steep slopes, which prevented easy
travel. As a result, many settlers opted to reside in Perth, unwilling to
make the dangerous trek to Northern Lanark.
1998 Flooding occurred along the Clyde and Mississippi Rivers. An

emergency was declared. Flooding caused considerable strife for a
number of weeks.
Of the settlers who did arrive in the Village, all males over 21 years
of age were granted 100 acres divided up using the traditional grid
system a grid which is still evident in the current land use pattern
and property boundaries. Although the intention of the original
settlers was to farm each parcel of land, it soon became apparent that
the only lands that could be cultivated were those located in floodplains, along rivers or adjacent to lakes. Consequently, most settlers
opted to perform timber-related activities instead. Early industrial
activity typically included grist mills, flour mills, pork-packing and
tanning establishments - soon followed by the introduction of maple
syrup operations, lumbering, saw mills, furniture activities and fishing.
Recent History
1857 The Crotch Lake disaster caused a flood from Crotch Lake to
the Ottawa River. Many of the bridges across the Mississippi River
were swept away, including all three in Dalhousie and one in North
Sherbrooke Townships.The flood also washed away the Curries grist
mill at the head of Dalhousie Lake (one of the first to be built and
operated on the Mississippi River).
1862 The Village of Lanark officially separated from the Township

of Lanark.
1883 The Township of Lavant separates from the Township of
Dalhousie and North Sherbrooke
1917 A fire destroyed the Clyde Woolen Mills - the areas largest
industry and employer.
1998 An ice storm affecting much of Eastern Ontario and Southern

Quebec created a national emergency. Thanks to the generosity of
people, businesses and municipalities outside the affected area,
normality returned to Lanark Highlands after approximately three
weeks. Despite an absence of electricity for up to three weeks, and
the considerable destruction of trees and forests, the incident was
widely viewed as a unifying experience for the township.
2012 Lanark Village celebrated its 150th anniversary with a weekend long celebration.
2014 The Mayor and Deputy Mayor both now elected at large. The
ward boundaries were changed to now consist of 5 wards instead of 6.
The Corporation of the Township of Lanark Highlands is an amalgamated Township formally created in 1997. The former municipalities of Lanark Township, Lanark Village and Lavant, Dalhousie and
North Sherbrooke Township were amalgamated on May 14, 1997.
Darling Township completed the amalgamation by joining on July 1,
1997. Regardless of the time period, residents of what is now Lanark
Highlands have always been noted for their warm generosity. Lanark
Highlands is fortunate to have a proud heritage, a wealth of natural
beauty and a vibrant future.
Did you know?
Since the original settling of the area, events of key

historical significance include:
amalgamate to form THE TOWNSHIP OF LANARK HIGHLANDS.
Lanark Highlands is the largest

municipality in Lanark County.
Lanark Highlands ............................................1048 Sq Kms
Tay Valley ..........................................................549 Sq Kms
Mississippi Mills.................................................520 Sq Kms
Drummond/North Elmsley .................................366 Sq Kms
Montague .........................................................280 Sq Kms
Beckwith ...........................................................241 Sq Kms
Perth ...................................................................12 Sq Kms
Carleton Place .......................................................9 Sq Kms
Sq Kms = Square Kilometers
Perth
0.58%
19191920 The Hydro Electric Power Commission constructed
Beckwith
8%
a Hydro Plant at the High Falls, upstream from Dalhousie Lake. The
construction employed over 200 men from the area.
Montague
9%
1959 A catastrophic fire in the Village destroyed 43 buildings

(including the Town Hall, the Library, Memorial Clock and Legion Hall),
leaving more than 100 people homeless, and caused $1.5 million in
damage. It is a commonly held view that the fire had a profound
psychological impact on the spirit of the people of Lanark, causing a
temporary depression.
1975 Lavant Township amalgamates with Dalhousie and North

North Sherbrooke Township to form the Township of Lavant,
Dalhousie and North Sherbrooke.
1997 May 14 Lavant Dalhousie and North Sherbrooke Township,

Lanark Township and Lanark Village amalgamate to form North West
Lanark.
Carleton Place
0.42%
Drummond/
North Elmsley
12%
Lanark
County
Totals
3024 Sq Kms
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Mississippi
Mills
17%
Lanark Highlands
35%
Tay Valley
18%
A d m i n i s t r at i v e S e rv i c e s
VITAL STATISTICS
Lottery Licences
Birth Registrations the birth of every child born in the Province of
Any charitable organization within Lanark Highlands intending to run

a lottery is required to apply for and be in receipt of a lottery licence
before doing so.
Ontario must be registered with the Municipal Clerk of the municipality where the child was born, within 30 days of the birth of the child.
For example, if your child is born at the hospital in Perth you must go
to the Perth Town Hall. Or if your child is born at home and you live in
Lanark Highlands you must go to the Lanark Highlands Municipal Office.
Birth, Marriage and Death Certificates applications may be

obtained from the Clerks Department or by visiting
www.serviceontario.ca.
Marriage Licenses application forms are available from the Clerks
Department or by visiting www.serviceontario.ca. A marriage license
is valid for a period of three (3) months from the date of issue. The
license fee is $100.00 payable in cash, cheque, money order or debit.
Once you have filled out the application, you must call the
Municipal Office to make an appointment. When you come, make
sure you and your partner bring identification, such as a birth certificate (along with any change of name certificates), current passport,
Record of Immigrant Landing or Canadian citizenship card, along with
photo identification to prove your current legal name and age.
COMMISSIONER OF OATHS
A number of staff members, by virtue of their office, are
Commissioners of Oaths. If you require the service of a
Commissioner of Oaths, please call to make an appointment to
ensurethe availability of a Commissioner.
Once an appointment is scheduled, you must come to the Municipal
Office in person and sign the affidavit in front of the Commissioner.
You must provide one original piece of government issued identification (no photocopies permitted) that includes your photo and signature (ex. valid drivers license, passport, etc.) There is a fee of $5.00
plus HST for this service.
A Commissioner of Oaths is not the same as a Notary Public. A
Notary Public is a person who is authorized under the Notaries Act to
do various things, including commission documents, certify documents as true copies and to verify signatures. If you require the
services of a Notary Public, please contact a Lawyers Office.
Freedom of Information
The Lottery Licencing Officer at the Township Office can issue a licence
for most lottery events including bingos with up to $5,500 prize value,
raffles up to $50,000 and most break open ticket raffles.
The fee for a lottery licence is 3% of the total value of the prize(s) and
the prize(s) must equal at least 20% of the anticipated revenue from
ticket sales.
Charitable organizations for the purpose of conducting a lottery are
generally classed as existing for:
n The relief of poverty
n The advancement of education
n The advancement of religion
n Other charitable purposes beneficial to the community without discrimination
For more detailed information or to acquire an application form
please contact the Township Office or visit the Alcohol and Gaming
Commission of Ontario Website http://www.agco.on.ca/en/c.gaming/
c.gaming.html.
List of Munic ipal Service Fees

Civic Address
$39.55/sign replacement
$50.85/post replacement
Marriage Licence
$100/licence
Commissioner of Oaths/
Certifying Documents
$5.65/document
Photocopies
$0.30/letter/legal
$0.40/11x17
Faxes
$1.25/page
Please contact the Clerks Department for assistance. In most cases,

information is made readily available to the public and you wont
need to make a formal request. The municipality may in some cases
restrict access to certain documents to protect individual privacy or
the public interest.
For more detailed information or to acquire an application form please
contact the Township Office or visit the Office of the Information &
Privacy Commissioner of Ontario at www.ipc.on.ca.
$2.26/additional document
$3.00/overseas
Laminating
The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act

(MFIPPA) provides individuals with the right to access certain records
and personal information under the custody and control of the
Township. The purpose of the MFIPPA is two-fold; providing access
to information and protection from access to information in certain
specific instances.
$84.75/sign and post
$1.25/letter
$1.50/legal
$0.75/large card
$0.50/business card
Tax Certificate
$30/roll number
Zoning Compliance
$50/roll number
Fire Permit
$5 each/per year
Dog Licence
$10/dog Jan 1st to Mar 31st

$15/dog Apr 1st to Dec 31st
$50/kennel licence
Blue Box
$9.05 each
Celebrating an 80th/90th Birthday or 50th Wedding Anniversary???

Let us know so we can help honour the occasion!!!

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Animal Control
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Dog Licensing
Animal Control Officer, Anita Stuart
The Townships Animal Control By-Law #2004-502 provides for the

annual licensing, regulating and registering of all dogs and imposes a
licence fee on all dog owners.
2014 Fees
Dog Tag
$10.00 from January 1st to

March31st
$15.00 after March 31st
Licensed Hunting Dog

*valid license required
$5.00
Micro Chipped Dogs
Free
*micro chip papers must be

produced in order to obtain the
micro chip number
*the dog is still required to be

registered and wear a 2014 dog
tag
Replacement Tags
$2.00
Guide Dogs
Free
Kennel License
$50.00
Aggressive Dog License
$1,000
613-267-9337
(this pager does not take voice messages - please dial your phone
number using the keypad of your touchtone phone)
*All calls are confidential.
Pit Bulls
The Dog Owners Liability Act (DOLA) requires that ALL Pit Bulls be
spayed/neutered, on a leash of no more than 1.8 metres in length, and
muzzled when off the property of the owner. When on the property
of the owner, the property must be securely enclosed to prevent the
pit bull from breaking out of the property.
Pit bulls can be seized by Animal Control if it is felt they are behaving
in a menacing manner, have bitten or attacked a person or animal, or
are considered to be a Prohibited Pit Bull (i.e. one that has not been
spayed/neutered).
It is illegal to give away or sell Pit Bulls or their puppies in Ontario. The
only agencies that can sell or give away these dogs are pounds and
shelters.
**Reminder: Dog Licenses expire on December 31 each year!
Failure to comply with the Dog Owners Liability Act (DOLA) could
result in charges or the dog could be ordered destroyed. For a copy of
the DOLA or further information please visit www.e-laws.gov.on.ca
Where to Purchase a Tag?

Dog Tags can be purchased at the Township Office using cash, cheque
or debit during regular office hours Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. to
4:30 p.m.
If you would like to have your dog tag sent to you in the mail, please
send a self addressed stamped envelope along with a cheque made
payable to the Township of Lanark Highlands and the following
information:
n Owners name, address & phone number
n Dogs Name
n Breed
n Age
n Colouring
n Sex
n Special Markings (if any)
n Copy of the Micro Chip Papers (if applicable)
Spaying/Neutering
Spaying/Neutering can help to prevent your pet from wandering, and
reduces the risk of many diseases. Every year unwanted animals end
up in municipal pounds, cared for at public expense. If you are unable
to keep your dog/cat, call Animal Control or your local pound or
shelter. Please do not leave these animals to fend for themselves. This
practice is inhumane and against the law.
Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA)
Animal Control and Animal Cruelty are two different agencies. When
considering which agency to call consider this - Animal Control
protects people from animals, Cruelty Agents (OSPCA) protects animals
from people. If you suspect animal cruelty or neglect, please call the
Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) at
613-345-5520.
LIVESTOCK EVALUATOR
Animals Running at Large

An animal shall be deemed to be running at large if found any place
other than the premises of the owner and not under the control
of any person. The Animal Control Officer may seize any animal
found running at large in the Township and cause such animal to be
impounded or returned to the owner.
Barking Dogs
Owners of a dog shall take all precautions necessary to prevent the
dog from barking in order to not disturb the peace and quiet of any
residence or persons in the vicinity.
Poop & Scoop

Dog owners must pick up after their pet. Owners of a dog who allow
waste to be placed on public property or private property not owned
by the dog owner are liable to a fine.
Emergency Pager
613-259-9998
Keeping your flock safe from predators is critical. Information on preventative measures and compensation after the fact can be found on the
Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs website at www.omafra.gov.
on.ca or by calling 1-877-424-1300.
If you are the owner of livestock or poultry and have suffered a loss of
livestock due to predation by a coyote, wolf or stray dog please call the
Livestock Evaluator.
Special Note:
Changes have been made to the existing program which now requires
applicants to provide a Farm Business Registration number and
premisesID.
Contact Information
Livestock Evaluator, Ross Creighton, 613-256-4752
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Fi n a nc e Depa rtm en t
TAXES
The 2014 Interim Taxes are based on 50% of the property taxes billed
in 2013.
The 2014 Final Taxes will be calculated as follows:
2014 Assessment x 2014 Tax Rate Interim Billing = Final Taxes
Donna Schonauer, Accounts Receivable/ Taxation Clerk
613-259-2398 ext. 229
dschonauer@lanarkhighlands.ca
Robert Bunker, Treasurer
2014 Tax Bill Due Dates

TAX PAYMENT OPTIONS
th
Final:
2014
Payments may be made
by anyAugust
one of29
the, following
methods:
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Final: October 31 , 2014
613-259-2398 ext. 225

rbunker@lanarkhighlands.ca
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Change of Address
Please notify the Township Office as soon as possible if there is a
change of address. Failure to receive a tax bill will not invalidate
Township of Lanark Highlands

By Mail P.O. Box 340, 75 George Street
Lanark, ON K0G 1K0
Additional/Supplementary Tax Bills
Municipal Office
75 George Street, Lanark
In Person 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
*Cash, Cheque or Interac
(we do not accept credit cards)
Reprinting a Tax Bill
Municipal Office Mail Slot

75 George Street, Lanark
Drop-Off
(located to the left of the main door)
*Cheques Only
4
5
6
penalty and interest charges.
You may receive additional or supplementary tax bills if there have

been changes to your assessment (ex. new house, renovations, demolitions, tax class and tax qualifier changes, assessment appeals, errors
and omissions, etc.).
A charge of $10.00 + HST will be charged for a reprint of a tax bill.
Please keep your final tax bill in a safe place as you may require it for
income tax purposes.
Telephone/ Bank Service charges may apply.

Internet Please use your roll number as your account number.
Banking
Bank
Taxes can be paid at any bank branch.

The original bill is required.
Receipts
Post Dated Cheques
If a receipt is required, send the

entire bill and a self-addressed
envelope.
Post-Dated Cheques will ONLY

be accepted at the Municipal
Office
Make Cheques or Money Orders payable to:

TOWNSHIP OF LANARK HIGHLANDS
IMPORTANT!! PLEASE READ

It is very important that you remit your tax bill stubs with your
payments or indicate your tax roll number on your cheque.
If you are paying more than one account, please indicate exactly
how much you wish to have credited to each account.
Payments made other than in Canadian Funds will be applied against

taxes owing at the exchange rate applicable on the day of receipt less
a $5.00 service charge.
NSF Cheques
The Township can arrange for automatic monthly

Automatic withdrawals from your bank account to be applied
Bank against your tax account. Your tax account must be up
Withdrawals to date before you begin. Contact the Municipal Office
for further information.
Thank you!!
Other Currencies
NSF or any returned cheques are subject to a processing fee of $20.00.
Overdue Accounts
A late payment charge of 1.25% on the total owing will be added on
the first day following the due date and on the first day of each month
thereafter until paid. All subsequent payments are applied to interest
charges first, then to outstanding taxes.
Mortgage Companies
If a Mortgage Company pays your taxes, a receipt will be sent to you
after the payment(s) have been made.
TAX BILL BREAKDOWN

The Township of Lanark Highlands collects taxes for all properties
within its boundaries. However, the Total Tax Rate applicable in the
Township of Lanark Highlands is actually made up of three different
Tax Rates, each raised for a different entity, being the Township of
Lanark Highlands, the County of Lanark, and the Boards of Education.
These independently calculated Tax Rates combine to make up your
Total Tax Rate. This Total Tax Rate is multiplied by your propertys
assessment to determine how much your annual taxes will be. Tax
Rates are not usually determined until late spring because of the
timing of the budgeting process of the three entities involved.
In 2013, the breakdown of the tax bill in terms of funds raised was as
follows:
n County of Lanark 33%
n School Boards
16%
Township
51%
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B ui l di ng Depa rtm en t
Other Requirements
Septic
Philip Borrowman, Chief Building Official
A Building Permit and the associated inspections ensure that your

project is in compliance with the Ontario Building Code. Not only is
this your best protection from future liability associated with unsafe
construction practices but is a legal requirement.
613-259-2398 ext. 237

pborrowman@lanarkhighlands.ca
For Appointments 613-259-2398 ext. 0
lhreception@lanarkhighlands.ca
The Leeds Grenville Lanark District Health Unit (1-800-267-7918) must

be contacted to determine the septic requirements for all new single
family dwellings and most additions to existing dwellings.
Septic Tank Maintenance is Your Responsibility

Septic systems require maintenance. As a property owner, it is your
responsibility to have your septic tank maintained and pumped

out on a regular basis. Studies have shown that routine pumping
of a septic tank is necessary for proper performance and treatment
of wastewater. Faulty systems may lead to costly repairs and the
compromise of water quality and public health.
If you have not had your septic tank pumped out within the
last 3-5 years, please act responsibly and hire a licensed septic
tank hauler to pump out your tank.
Routine pumping will provide you with the peace of mind knowing
that your septic tank is in good working order and capable of handling
additional wastewater from your home.
Further information can also be obtained by contacting your local
Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit Office or their website at
http://www.healthunit.org/default.htm.
Entrance Permit
Remember call ahead to get the facts before

starting any building project.
An entrance permit must be in place either from the County of Lanark

or the Township of Lanark Highlands Public Works Department prior
to the issuance of a building permit. Final inspection of the entrance
must be completed by the authority having jurisdiction.
If you are thinking about a construction project, we recommend that

you contact our office early on in your planning so that we can help
identify the steps and rules you will need to consider. Doing so will
enable you to avoid costly delays and disappointments down the
road. (Making an appointment is recommended)
Lanark Highlands Development Charges
When do you need a building permit?
A development charge from the County of Lanark will also be applied

and is to be collected by the local municipality at the time of building
permit issuance.
n Any free standing structure over 108 sq. ft. including farm
structures
n Any additions to existing structures of any size including
farm structures
n Renovations both residential and commercial / other renovations or alterations.
n Plumbing/Alterations to plumbing
All lands, buildings and structures located within the Township are
subject to development charges. Development charges must be paid
prior to the issuance of a building permit.
Lanark County Development Changes
Planning Review
Prior to issuance of a building permit your project will undergo
a planning review to ensure compliance with the Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan. It is a legal requirement that all applicable law be
addressed before a building permit is issued.
n Decks
n Swimming pools, above or under ground
n Solid fuel burning appliances
n Demolitions
The Building department has information packages available upon
request for various types of building projects. These packages include
the required information and cost to obtain a building permit, a list of
the required inspections, and the application form.
Rene Bosman
Owner
Perth - 613.259.2352 Brockville - 613.342.1404
800.361.5296
P.O. Box 310, Lanark, ON K0G 1K0
r.bosman@GroundsGuys.ca GroundsGuys.ca
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SCHEDULE A
CLASSES OF PERMITS/PERMIT FEES
Did You Know?

All materials diverted from landfill can be taken to any
Lanark Highlands waste disposal site without paying
tipping fees. This includes all blue box materials, scrap
metal, e-waste, used tires, leaves & brush.
RECYCLING PAYS!
Living Areas - Single Detached

Dwellings & Additions
Living Areas Security Deposit
$ 0.55/sq.ft (Min. $60)
Non-Living Areas (garage, shed,

deck, etc.)
$ 0.25/sq.ft. (Min $60)
Mobile and Modular Homes
$ 0.30/sq.ft (Min. $60)
Basements (finished or
unfinished)
$ 0.25/sq.ft.
Renovations
1% of construction value
(Min. $60)
Solid Fuel Burning Appliance
$65 flat fee
Demolition
$60 flat fee
Plumbing
$50 flat fee
Multi-Residential
$0.60/sq.ft. to 2,000 sq.ft.

(Min. $60)
$0.30/sq.ft. over 2,000 sq.ft.
Multi-Residential Security
Deposit
$1,000
Swimming Pools
$70 flat fee
Industrial/Commercial/
Institutional (ICI)
$0.20/sq.ft (Max. $500)
ICI Security Deposit
$1,000
Agricultural
$60 flat fee, + 25% of cost

(Max. $500)
Agricultural Security Deposit
$200
Occupancy Permit
$60 per application
Revision to Building Permit

Permit Renewal
Same as building permit (Min. $60)

$60 per application
Permit Transfer
$60 per application
Change of Use Permit
$60 + 1%/thousand over $5,000 value
$500 (Single Detached Dwellings)

$200 (Minor Additions)
Did You Know?

To produce 1 tonne of copper it takes only 14 tonnes of
recycled e-waste, compared to 80,000 tonnes of raw
material from underground mining. RECYCLING PAYS!
Ron Closs
Manager
Lanark Tim-Br Mart

200 Robertson Drive
Lanark, Ontario K0G 1K0
Phone: (613) 259-2780
Fax: (613) 259-5445

Cell: (613) 220-7498
Email: lanarktimbrmart@bellnet.ca
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Stacey Blair, Planning Administrator
613-259-2398 ext. 231
sblair@lanarkhighlands.ca
Jennifer Solf, Planning Administrative Assistant

613-259-2398 ext. 228
planningadmin@lanarkhighlands.ca
PLANNING ACT
What is the Planning Act?
The Planning Act sets out the ground rules for land use planning in
Ontario and describes how land uses may be controlled, and who
may control them.
The Act is legislation passed by your elected provincial
representativesto:
n promote sustainable economic development in a healthy
natural environment within a provincial policy framework
n provide for a land use planning system led by provincial
policy
n integrate matters of provincial interest into provincial and
municipal planning decisions by requiring that all decisions
shall be consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement
when decision-makers exercise planning authority or
provide advice on planning matters
n provide for planning processes that are fair by making them
open, accessible, timely and efficient
n encourage co-operation and coordination among various
interests
n recognize the decision-making authority and accountability
of municipal councils in planning.
OFFICIAL PLAN
What is an Official Plan?
An official plan describes your upper, lower or singletier municipal
councils policies on how land in your community should be used. It
is prepared with input from you and others in your community and
helps to ensure that future planning and development will meet the
specific needs of your community.
Additional Information and Application Forms are available on

the Township website www.lanarkhighlands.ca
Barker
Willson
31 Foster Street,
Perth, Ontario K7H 1R8
Tel: 613-267-2800 ext. 113
Fax: 613-267-4852
dheeley@barkerwillson.com
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What is a Zoning By-Law?

A zoning by-law controls the use of land in your community. It states
exactly:
n how land may be used
n where buildings and other structures can be located
n the types of buildings that are permitted and how they may
be used
n the lot sizes and dimensions, parking requirements, building
heights and setbacks from the street.
An official plan sets out the Townships general policies for future land
use. Zoning by-laws put the plan into effect and provide for its day-today administration. They contain specific requirements that are legally
enforceable. Construction or new development that does not comply
with a zoning by-law is not allowed, and the Township will refuse to
issue a building permit.
How does the Zoning By-law affect you?

If you apply for a building permit If you apply for a severance
(consent) If you open a business If you change the use of your
property the application must comply with the Zoning By-law.
MINOR VARIANCE
What is a Minor Variance?
Barristers and Solicitors

Professional Corporation
David G. Heeley B.Sc., LL.B
ZONING BY-LAW
The owner of a property or any person authorized in writing by the

owner who is unable to comply with the provisions of the Zoning
By-Law may apply to the Committee of Adjustment by means of an
Application for Minor Variance for relief from the Zoning By-Law.
Minor Variances may be granted provided that, in the opinion of the
Committee, the request is minor in nature, is desirable for the appropriate development or use of the land, building or structure and if
in the opinion of the Committee, the general intent and purpose
of the Zoning By-Law and the Official Plan are maintained. A minor
variance does not change a zoning by-law. It simply excuses you
from a specific requirement of the by-law and allows you to obtain a
building permit.
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COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
SITE PLAN CONTROL
This Committee considers applications for minor variances from the

Zoning By-Law and applications for enlargement or extension to any
existing legal non-conforming building or structure.
The Site Plan review and approval process is a legislative tool under
the Planning Act. Site Plan Control is a development review process
which evaluates the layout of site features, (buildings, parking
areas, landscaping, etc), but not the interior spaces of the proposed
structures. It seeks to mitigate the impact of development.
Applications to the Committee of Adjustment will be processed

in accordance with the requirements of Sections 45 and 53 of the
Planning Act, applicable regulations (O.Reg. 200/96 and 197/96 as
amended), the Statutory Powers Procedures Act and applicable
Township policies.
Site plan control by-laws are not zoning by-laws. They are used to
establish areas where site plan control will be applied over and above
those set out in the zoning by-laws. These areas must be described in
the official plan.
Site plan controls are used to ensure that:
ZONING COMPLIANCE REPORT
n developments are built and maintained in the way that

council approved
(Property Information Sheet)
Thinking about or are in the process of

purchasing property in Lanark Highlands?
n new developments meet certain standards of quality and

appearance
A Zoning Compliance Report provides you with:
n there is safe and easy access for pedestrians and vehicles
n Assessment mapping
n Official Plan mapping and
n the appearance and design features of buildings, and their

sustainable design, are satisfactory
n Zoning By-law mapping
n there is adequate landscaping, parking and drainage
n The pertinent zoning information which will give the

permitted uses and the various yard setback requirements
for those uses.
n nearby properties are protected from incompatible

development.
n Information on other zoning provisions that affect the

property (if applicable).
n A review of the property file is completed which may reveal
items on file that would affect the property (i.e. outstanding
local improvements, site plan control agreement,
development agreement).
A zoning compliance report must be requested in writing with the
following information:
n assessment roll number
n legal description (lot and concession)
n contact information (mailing address, phone number)
n how you would like to received the report? (pick-up,
mailetc.)
Zoning compliance reports cost $50.00 per assessment roll number.
SEVERANCE
How do I divide my property?
A severance (or consent) is a division of land process that is followed
to create one or two new lots from an existing parcel. Any further
division, (e.g. three or more lots), would necessitate the filing for
approval of a plan of subdivision.
The County of Lanark is the approval body for both severances
and plans of subdivision. For more information on Severances and
Subdivisions contact the County of Lanark Planning Administrator at
613-267-4200 or visit their website at www.county.lanark.on.ca.
Additional Lanark Highlands Planning Information and

Application Forms are available on the Township website
www.lanarkhighlands.ca
Payment must be received with the written request.
Did You Know?

4 90% of Ontarians have unwanted electronic
devices to disposeof.
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20% hope to pass it along
19% dont know what to do with it
6% perceive financial value
6% say it has sentimental value
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P u b l i c W o r k s D e p a r t m e n t Waste/Recycling
LARGE LOADS MUST BE SORTED!
Loads of construction & demolition waste MUST be sorted prior to

delivery to the landfill. Scrap metal, asphalt shingles, and wood must
be separated for deposit into designated areas at the landfill. Load
separation increases the municipalitys ability to divert materials from
the landfill and recycling increases revenues to pay for waste management. Load separation extends the life of our landfills and reduces
your tipping fees. Large loads will NOT be accepted if metal, shingles
and wood are not separated.
Dave Ennis, Superintendent of Public Works

613-259-2398 ext. 239
dennis@lanarkhighlands.ca
Tom McCarthy, Public Works Technologist

613-259-2398 ext. 250
tmccarthy@lanarkhighlands.ca
Cathie Green, Public Works Administrative Assistant
PAYMENT AT THE WEIGH SCALE: Starting June 15, 2014 debit and
cash are the only forms of payment accepted at the weigh scale. Local
businesses may apply at the Municipal Office for an account in order
to continue paying by cheque. Minimum charge amounts mayapply.
613-259-2398 ext. 249

cgreen@lanarkhighlands.ca
WASTE/RECYCLING
NO TIPPING FEES APPLY TO RECYCLABLE

MATERIALS DIVERTED FROM LANDFILL.
TRANSFER STATIONS & LANDFILLS

Lanark Highlands operates a network of transfer stations and landfills
for its residents. Landfills are the final resting place for non recyclable
garbage; they require a frequent cover of soil to prevent garbage from
attracting wildlife or blowing around as litter. Since cover material fills
valuable space, the Township operates one landfill at a time in order
to preserve capacity. Transfer Stations accept recyclables and garbage
which are shipped off site for final disposal. The Middleville Waste Site
continues to be the place where garbage destined for the municipal
landfill is accepted, including Construction & Demolition waste and
large household items (all recyclables are also accepted at Middleville.)
All other Waste Sites now operate as Transfer Stations and only accept
Bagged Household Waste and Recyclables (Blue Box materials, Brush,
Leaves, Tires, E-Waste and Scrap Metal.) If you have any questions
about waste disposal, please contact the Lanark Highlands Township
Office at 613-259-2398 Ext. 249.
TIPPING FEES
DESCRIPTION
FEE
DRYWALL
$155/tonne
ASPHALT SHINGLES
$155/tonne
CONSTRUCTION WASTE
$155/tonne
UN-BAGGED WASTE
$155/tonne
SOFAS, BOX SPRINGS AND

MATTRESSES
$155/tonne
REFRIGERATION UNITS
RECYCLING PAYS!
RecycleYourElectronics.ca
E-Waste is made up of electrical and electronic products that are
no longer wanted by their owners. 90% of Ontarians have unwanted
electronic devices to dispose of.
Lanark Highlands collects E-Waste at all waste sites so it can be sorted
and processed at approved facilities in Ontario and Quebec. In 2010
residents of Lanark Highlands recycled 13.4 tonnes of E-Waste through
municipal waste sites; in 2013 E-Waste recycling increased by over
180% to 37.8 tonnes!
When you recycle E-Waste you support the development of
Green Industry in Canada while reclaiming valuable resources and
preserving local landfill space.
The following E-Waste is accepted at all waste sites. No tipping fees apply.
For more information and a detailed list of accepted materials go to
www.recycleyourelectronics.ca.
n Desktop computers
n Audio and video players
n Portable computers
n Cameras
n C omputer peripherals
including modems
n Equalizers, (pre)amplifiers
n Monitors
Tagged units no charge.
n Receivers
n Televisions
n Speakers
(All units must be tagged to

certify that refrigerants have
been removed)
Non-tagged units the charge shall be

established by current contract price
($15.00) for removal of refrigerants.
(subject to change)
n P rinting devices including

copiers, scanners, typewriters
n Tuners
n T elephones (physical and

accessories)
n Video players/projectors
BRUSH AND READILY

COMPOSTABLE MATERIAL
(VEGETATION)
NO CHARGE
n Cellular phones
ELECTRONIC WASTE
NO CHARGE
TIRES
NO CHARGE
ILLEGAL DUMPING
$1000
MINIMUM FEE (anything less

than 0.03 tonnes or 4 cu.ft.)
$5.00
n PDAs and pagers
Note 1: O
nly debris originating from within the Municipality of Lanark Highlands will
be accepted
Note 2: In the event that the weigh scale is inoperable, $32.50/cu.yd. Fee will apply.
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n Radios
n Turntables
n Video recorders
n Personal hand held computers
McDonalds Corners REUSE CENTRE

The ReUsers are a community-based volunteer organization dedicated to
maximum diversion from the landfill. They staff the Reuse Centre, partnering
with the Township to divert reusable goods from the landfill and to distribute
them free-of-charge to people who can use them.
Books, clothing, house wares, craft materials, furniture, electronics, small
appliances, sports & garden equipment, reusable windows and doors are
all accepted at the Reuse Centre from Lanark Highlands residents. (Due to
limited storage capacity and volunteer labour, donations from outside of the
Township are discouraged.)
The Reuse Centre is located at the McDonalds Corners Waste Site:

800 Con. 10, Dalhousie at County Road 12. It is open during all regular
waste site hours.
With support from the municipality, local businesses and volunteer
carpenters, the ReUsers created a timber-frame facility to accept, sort,
anddistribute reusable goods. Diversion from the landfill increased when
the new facility opened in 2009. In 2013 this facility reused an estimated
118tonnes ofmaterial!
Did You Know?

Hard cover books can be reused by offering them to your local
library, thrift store or ReUse Centre. If theyre too tattered for
reuse, tear the cover off the book and include it with the pages in
your blue box. RECYCLING PAYS!
Mattresses, toilets and appliances containing Freon are not

accepted at the ReUse Centre. Bulky items such as large
pieces of furniture, doors and windows, and exercise equipment are not accepted during winter months.
Complete information about the ReUse Centre can be found at
www.lanarkhighlands.ca or by calling the municipal office.
To CONTACT the ReUsers (to offer your volunteer labour or
to get information to assist in establishing a Reuse Centre in
another community) phone Lynne Parks at 613-278-2739, Chris
Anstead at (613) 278-1428, or email thereusers@hotmail.com
Did You Know?

The ReUse Centre at McDonalds Corners accepts
bulky items in the spring, summer & fall. Come &
look through the furniture, appliances, windows &
doors, kids toys, exercise equipment, and more. Its
all free to good homes! RECYCLING PAYS!
Used Tire Recycling:

Lanark Highlands collects used tires at all waste sites so they can be diverted
from landfill and recycled. Tires of all sizes, on or off rims are accepted. No
tipping fees apply.
Since 2009 residents of Lanark Highlands have recycled over 18,000 tires
through municipal waste sites. By becoming a registered collector of used tires
for Ontario Tire Stewardship, the township turned an expense into a source
of income. You can do your part to generate waste management revenues by
bringing your used tires to a waste site nearyou.
The Used Tire Program benefits Ontario by promoting safer methods of reusing and recycling scrap tires, by creating jobs and economic growth, and by
protecting the health and safety of people and the environment.
Lanark Highlands is doing its part to help Ontario meet its scrap tire
goals.
For more information about the provincial tire recycling program, go to
www.rethinktires.ca
Did You Know?

All sizes of used tires on or off the rim - can be recycled
at any Lanark Highlands waste site without paying tipping
fees. The township receives revenue for used tires which
helps to pay for municipal services. RECYCLING PAYS!

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LANARK VILLAGE CURBSIDE SERVICE
Watch your local paper or check the township
website for changes to garbage/recycling pick-up
due to Statutory Holidays.
CURBSIDE GARBAGE & RECYCLING GUIDELINES

Residents of Lanark Village who currently receive curbside pickup will
continue to do so without the need of a bag tag.
n The following items are considered uncollectible waste and will not be collected
curbside: articles more than 1.5 metres long,
construction or manufacturing waste, demolition debris, yard waste, iron or steel, tires,
electronics, appliances, household hazardous waste (including paint), or the carcass
of any animal.
n Any uncollectable waste will be left at the
curb with a courtesy tag explaining why it
was not picked up.
Curbside RECYCLING PICK-UP limits:

The following materials are uncollectable in the Lanark Village
Curbside program: broken window glass & ceramic dishes, motor oil
or transmission oil containers, full or partially full paint cans, newspapers wrapped in plastic, chip and candy wrappers, diapers, cat litter
and animal feces.
Curbside WASTE PICK-UP limits:

n Residential two bags per week
n Multi-residential & apartment
units: two bags per residential
unit per week
The contractor is not required to collect any materials in a blue box

which are overly contaminated with food residue or where there is a
health risk to the collector (e.g. broken glass, hazardous materials, and
bee or wasp problems). The non-collectable material will be left in the
blue box with a courtesy tag explaining why it was not picked up.
n Commercial & Industrial

Establishments: 5 bags per week.
n Additional bags in excess of
these limits can be taken to any
waste site during normal operating hours for disposal without
incurring any additional charge or
needing a bag tag.
BLUE BOXES can be purchased at the Municipal Office for

$9.05 each including HST.
This item is offered for sale on a cost recovery basis: the retail
prices are the municipalitys actual cost plus HST.
n Pickup will continue to take place on Fridays. Garbage and

blue boxes should be at the curb by 7:00 a.m.
n A bag or container used for waste disposal shall not exceed
45 pounds when full.
Back Yard
Composting
Did You Know?

Backyard composting can reduce the amount of
garbage you send to landfill by one third to one half.
The best part? Free, organic nutrients to feed your
garden, lawn and shrubs! Reduce your gardening
budget by composting. RECYCLING PAYS!
Back Yard Composting can divert almost half
may help discourage rodents.
of your garbage from the landfill by turning it

into a rich, chemical-free fertilizer which costs
nothing to produce.
DO NOT INCLUDE meat scraps, fatty food, dairy

products, bones and food scraps which contain
oil or sauce. These may attract unwanted wildlife
to your compost bin.
Composting is a process of decomposition. In

order to get this working, alternate layers of
nitrogen-rich greens and carbon-rich browns.
GREAT GREENS include fruit and vegetable

peels/rinds, tea bags, coffee grounds and filters,
bread and pasta products, plant and flower
residues, green leaves, grass/lawn clippings, cobs
and leaves of corn.
BEST BROWNS include dry leaves, grass, plant
stalks, hay/straw, woodchips and sawdust, shredded newsprint or brown paper bags. You can also
add rinsed, crushed eggshells and pet hair, which
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HOW TO COMPOST? You can use a manufactured compost bin, or build one from wood
scraps. Alternate layers of green and brown
materials. Spread some soil on the pile to add
microorganisms, which will speed up the decomposition. Mix or turn the compost on a regular
basis to get air into it and prevent odours. Keep it
moist but not soggy.
For more information about how to compost or
to purchase a compost bin, contact the municipal office.
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2014 Acceptable Items For Recycling Depot & Curbside
PAPER
Books (soft & hard cover
remove hard covers & recycle)
CONTAINERS
Junk mail
Boxboard (cereal, tissue, cracker)
Newspaper & flyers

(including glossy)
Brown paper bags
Paper (colored & white)
Catalogues & magazines
Paper towel rolls (empty)
Corrugated cardboard
(2ft x 3ft (0.61 x 0.91m),
flattened and/or bundled)
Shredded paper
(in a clear plastic bag)
Envelopes
Toilet paper rolls (empty)
File folders
Frozen food boxes
Aerosol cans (empty)

Aluminum plates
Cardboard cans (frozen juice,
peanut, hot chocolate, etc.)
Cartons (milk, juice, cream)
Clam shells (plastic produce &
bakery containers)
Telephone books
Paint cans (metal, empty, dry,

lids removed)
Plastic bottles, jugs, tubs & lids
(i.e. food & beverage containers,
household cleaning products,
laundry detergent, shampoo
bottles, etc.)
Pop/juice cans
Egg cartons (plastic & Styrofoam)
Steel cans
Tissue paper
Glass bottles & jars

(non-refundable, lids removed)
Styrofoam (plates, cups, meat trays,

egg cartons, rigid packaging)
Wrapping paper (non-metallic)
Juice boxes
Yogurt/pudding/applesauce cups
Greeting cards
NOT Acceptable for Recycling

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Cat litter/animal feces

Ceramic Dishes
Chip/candy wrappers
Diapers
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Recycla
2014 NEW MATERIALS!
Window glass
Blister plastic packaging
Plastic toys
Paper Coffee Cups

(i.e. Tim Hortons)
Styrofoam Peanuts
Plastic bags (ALL clean plastic

bags including zip lock)
Mirrors
Plastic film wrap

(clean kitchen shrink wrap)
Plastic plant pots & trays
Plastic rigid reusable containers
(i.e. Tupperware)
Did You Know?
All plastic bottles and containers can be recycled in Lanark Highlands.
Did You Know?
Did You Know?
New Materials are recyclable in Lanark Highlands in 2014!

You can now put ALL plastic bags, plastic film, plastic
plant pots & trays, blister packaging and paper
coffee cups in your blue box.
RECYCLING PAYS!
Styrofoam is recyclable in Lanark Highlands. This includes

meat trays, plates, cups, egg cartons & rigid packaging
but NOT styrofoam 'peanuts.
Recycling Pays!
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Municipal Hazardous Waste Depot (MHWD) at
Middleville Waste Site
n 2013, 30.8 tonnes of household hazardous material was diverted

from the landfill via the MHWD in Middleville. Over 81% of that material was reused or recycled.
Its estimated that Canadian families buy 40 to 50 different kinds of

hazardous material including paint, cleaners, and pesticides every
year. The MHWD at the Middleville Waste Site provides a recycling
program for household products that require special end-of-life
care, so they wont be poured down drains or sewers or end up in
landfills where they can cause a real threat to our health and our
environment.
Did You Know?

You can drop off batteries for recycling at the Municipal
office in Lanark Village. In 2013 you recycled 226 Kgs of
batteries through the collection box in the lobby.
Recycling Pays!
2014 SEASONAL DATES:

Victoria Day Weekend through Thanksgiving Day
(Sat. May 17th - Mon. October 13th)
WASTE ITEMS ACCEPTED
WASTE ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED at the MHWD
4 ACID OR BASE CORROSIVES (CLEANERS, DRAIN OPENERS, RUST

REMOVER)
The Province of Ontario mandates which materials we can accept and

which ones we cant. The following information is meant to facilitate
your search for convenient, legal methods to dispose of materials that
are not handled by our MHWD and to provide disposal options during
the winter months when our MHWD is closed. An increasing number
of local retailers participate in TAKE IT BACK programs for recycling
and safe disposal of the hazardous materials they sell such as paint,
batteries, and compact fluorescent bulbs. This is not a complete listing but does provide guidance to help you find local disposal options.
Thank you for your continued efforts to keep hazardous waste out of
our landfill.
4 AEROSOL CANS (CONTAINING RESIDUAL MATERIALS)

4 BATTERIES (LEAD ACID VEHICLE AND DRY CELL BATTERIES - SINGLE
USE & RECHARGEABLE)
4 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
4 FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS (GASOLINE, SOLVENTS, STRIPPERS, TURPENTINE)
4 LATEX PAINT, OIL PAINT & STAIN
4 MOTOR OIL, ANTIFREEZE, OIL FILTERS
4 ORGANIC FLAMMABLE (ADHESIVES, DRIVEWAY SEALANT, CAULK,
RESIN)
4 OXIDIZERS (POOL CHEMICALS, FERTILIZER)
7 AMMUNITION, EXPLOSIVES OR FLARES can be taken to any detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police. Go to their offices during
regular business hours Monday - Friday.
7 ASBESTOS: Homeowners should never handle asbestos. Please call
4 PATHOLOGICAL WASTE (SYRINGES)
a licensed demolition expert.
4 PHARMACEUTICALS (PRESCRIPTION OR NON PRESCRIPTION DRUGS

FOR HUMAN OR VETERINARY USE.)
4 PESTICIDES
4 PRESSURIZED CONTAINERS (PROPANE TANKS &
CYLINDERS, OXYGEN & HELIUM TANKS.)
7 P.C.B. CONTAMINATED WASTE (FLUORESCENT LIGHT BALLASTS)

Ballasts manufactured prior to 1980 could contain PCBs. After 1980
they do not contain PCBs but they contain oil and should not be
disposed of in a landfill site. The homeowner should never handle
P.C.B.s. Please call a licensed disposal expert.
7 RADIOACTIVE WASTE (SMOKE DETECTORS) According to the Ontario
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NEW MATERIAL! COMPACT FLOURESCENT LIGHT
(CFL) BULBS & FLUORESCENT TUBES
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NEW MATERIAL! MERCURY (MERCURY FILLED THERMOMETERS,
THERMOSTATS)
Ministry of the Environment smoke detectors should be discarded

with your regular household waste at the curb. The amount of
radioactive waste contained in these units is negligible.
ALL WASTE ITEMS MUST BE IDENTIFIABLE AND IN A SEALED CONTAINER OR PACKAGE.
THIS FACILITY CANNOT BULK FLAMMABLE OR HIGHLY VAPOUROUS LIQUIDS - THEREFORE ANY CONTAINERS HOLDING THESE
LIQUIDS WILL NOT BE RETURNED. (Example: gasoline containers.) NO EXCEPTIONS.
Did You Know?
Did You Know?

In 2013 you reused over 2 tonnes of household
hazardous material at the Middleville MHWD ReUse
Table. Reuse extends the life of our waste sites and
saves the township money on recycling and disposal.
Recycling Pays!
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The BUD rule applies to all household hazardous products:

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Buy only what you need
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Drop off the rest at the MHWD and well reuse, recycle,
or dispose of it safely.
Recycling Pays!
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2014 HOLIDAY WASTE SITE HOURS
Holiday Weekends:
All waste sites normally open on Sunday will be closed Sunday & open Monday with the exception of the February Family Day weekend.
VICTORIA DAY
LABOUR DAY
CHRISTMAS DAY
Closed Sunday May 18

Open Monday May 19
Closed Sunday August 31

Open Monday September 1
Closed Thursday
December 25
CANADA DAY
THANKSGIVING DAY
BOXING DAY
Closed Sunday June 29

Open Monday June 30
Closed Tuesday July 1
Closed Sunday October 12

Open Monday October 13
Closed Friday December 26
NEW YEARS EVE
CHRISTMAS EVE
CIVIC HOLIDAY
Closed from noon onwards

Wednesday December 31
Closed from noon onwards

Wednesday December 24
Closed Sunday August 3

Open Monday August 4
2015 HOLIDAY WASTE SITE HOURS

NEW YEARS DAY
EASTER SUNDAY (April 5)
EASTER MONDAY (April 6)
Closed Thursday January 1
All Sites Closed
Sites closed Sunday will be Open on Easter Monday April 6

(Middleville also open Monday April 6)
LANARK HIGHLANDS WASTE SITE HOURS 2014

SUMMER HOURS - MAY 15th to SEPTEMBER 14th
Waste Site
Address
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Flower Station
770 Hills of Peace Road
4 pm - 6 pm
Lanark Village
115 Forbes Road
12 pm - 3 pm
McDonalds Corners
800 10th Con. Dalhousie
Middleville
4686 Wolf Grove
Robertson Lake
3962 South Lavant Road
Watsons Corners
2240 3rd Con. Dalhousie
Snye Road
171 Snye Road
Thursday
Friday Saturday
4 pm - 6 pm
9 am - 1 pm
4 pm - 7 pm
3 pm - 6 pm
Sunday
9 am - 1 pm
5 pm - 8 pm
9 am - 3 pm
5 pm - 7 pm
3 pm - 6 pm
4 pm - 7 pm
2 pm - 7 pm
3 pm - 6 pm
2 pm - 7 pm
5 pm - 7 pm
12 pm - 6 pm
WINTER HOURS - SEPTEMBER 15th to MAY 14th
Waste Site
Address
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Flower Station
770 Hills of Peace Road
3 pm - 5 pm
Lanark Village
115 Forbes Road
12 pm - 3 pm
McDonalds Corners
800 10th Con. Dalhousie
Middleville
4686 Wolf Grove
Robertson Lake
3962 South Lavant Road
Watsons Corners
2256 3rd Con. Dalhousie
Snye Road
171 Snye Road
Thursday
Saturday
9 am - 1 pm
9 am - 1 pm
5 pm - 8 pm
9 am - 3 pm
3 pm - 5 pm
1 pm - 4 pm
2 pm - 5 pm
Sunday
3 pm - 5 pm
2 pm - 5 pm
3 pm - 6 pm
Friday
12 pm - 5 pm
1 pm - 4 pm
2 pm - 5 pm
12 pm - 4 pm
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P ubl ic W or k s Depa rtm en t Ro a d s

ROADS
ROAD EMERGENCY PAGER NUMBER
Public works employees work varying hours depending on the season;

hours of operation are as follows:
Please call this number only in case of a road related emergency or

potential danger that requires immediate attention. Responding to
the pager requires the carrier to interrupt their normal activity (i.e.
snowplowing, grading etc.) to find a land telephone or a location
where a cell phone works. General requests for information will not
be provided via this number.
Summer Hours: Mid-April to the end of October: 7:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m.
Monday to Friday.
Winter Hours: Beginning of November to mid-April: 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m.

Monday to Friday.
ROAD MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES

Gravel Resurfacing................................................................May/June/July
Calcium Class 4 & 5 Gravel Roads........................................June/July
(Class 6 Roads DO NOT receive calcium)
Road Side Grass Mowing ...................................................................July

Roadside Brushing .............................. Various locations throughout the year
Grading ........................................................................................As required
(varies by traffic volumes/types, quality of road base, moisture content/rainfall
and presence of calcium)
Reporting Streetlight Outages:

Please call the Township Office at 613-259-2398 to report a streetlight
that is out, cycling or flickering. We will need the pole number, the
closest civic address number, and the road name.
Capital Projects Proposed for 2014

Transportation Services:
n Design tender for Galbraith Bridge
n Pulverize and resurface (tar-chip) 0.6 km section of Paul Drive
n Realign Coon Hill on Gemmills Road
n Repair sand shed at Joes lake
ROADWAY CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM

Class 4 Speed Limit 80 kph............................... 500 999 vehicles per day
Class 5 Speed Limit 80 kph................................. 50 499 vehicles per day
Class 6 Speed Limit less than 60kph....................... 0 49 vehicles per day
Class 6B ........ Routine seasonal maintenance only (no winter maintenance)
n Replace French Line Bridge
Environmental Services:
n Middleville Waste Site Closure cap landfill
n Land Purchase Middleville / Robertsons Lake / White Lake
Class 6C ..................No routine maintenance or inspection, use at own risk.
ENTRANCE & CIVIC ADDRESS SIGN PERMITS/FEES

New home construction requires an entrance and a civic address
application to be completed before a building permit will be issued.
You can apply for these permits at the Township Office in the Public
Works Department.
Costs associated with these permits are as follows:
Entrance Permit $100

n If culvert is required and owner installs $200.
n If culvert is required and Township installs $1,100.
CIVIC ADDRESS Sign & Post $ 84.75 (includes HST)

n Replacement, Sign only $39.55
n Replacement, Post only $50.85
RESTRICTED LOADS NOTICE (Half-Loads)

Restricted loads are usually in effect from March 10th to mid-May.
Please check the local newspapers, the township web site or call
613-259-2398 to confirm schedule.
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M u n i c i pa l d r u g s t r at e g y c o m m i t t e e
he Lanark Highlands Municipal

Drug Strategy Committee is a
volunteer Committee that represents the residents of the Township
of Lanark Highlands. The Committee
is also a member of a larger
networking group that includes
the municipalities in Lanark County,
including the Town of Smiths Falls.
Jennifer Solf, Secretary
jsolf@lanarkhighlands.ca
613-259-2398 ext. 228
Message
Purpose:
The Township of Lanark Highlands
Municipal Drug Strategy Committee is a Sub-Committee of Council that
provides direction for the planning and implementation of the local
municipal drug strategy network. The Committee holds the mission
and vision of the drug strategy network:
Mission:
To address alcohol and other drug related problems through communication and collaboration across the Four Pillars of Prevention,
Enforcement, Harm Reduction and Treatment to meet the needs of
the Township of Lanark Highlands.
Vision:
The Municipal Drug Strategy Committee meets six times a year at the
Lanark Highlands Municipal building at 75 George Street in Lanark
Village.
Again in the spring of 2013 we combined the PSB members, OPP, MDSC,
teachers and students from both local schools to our baseball game.
Thanks to the generosity of numerous businesses from within the
township and beyond; students were provided with lunch as well as a
draw for prizes donated to the event. The 6th annual baseball game is
scheduled for June 13th, 2014.
The Municipal Drug Strategy Committee members also were recipients of discussions with persons who shared their experience on
prevention, treatment, harm reduction and enforcement. As the
Committee moves forward in 2014, new and innovative ideas and
options are being discussed to assist those who are in need.
Board members include: Derek Love, Chair, Tom Bird, Dale Solf.
Our vision for the Township of Lanark Highlands is a healthy community, free from alcohol and drug misuse/abuse.
For further information, visit the Township Website:

2013 Lanark Highlands Friendly Baseball Game
Lanark Highlands Police Services

Board Members
Back Row:
Derek Needham, Inspector - 613-267-2626
George Braithwaite, Provincial Appointee - 613-278-2943
Front Row:
Pictured above is the 2013 baseball game participants hosted by the
Lanark Highlands Police Services Board.
Participants include various members of the Ontario Provincial Police
including the Detachment Commander, Municipal Drug Strategy
volunteers, students from Maple Grove Public School and students from
Sacred Heart School.
Tom Bird, Municipal Appointee - 613-253-6027

Councillor Derek Love, Chair - 613-623-3541
Stacey Blair, Board Secretary - 613-259-2398 ext. 231
http://www.lanarkhighlands.ca/EmergencyServices/PoliceBoard.php
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Police Services
he Ontario Provincial Police commissioned an independent survey from 2010 to determine the level of satisfaction
residents have with the OPP. On average 93% of those polled
were satisfied with the services of the OPP. A second survey
undertaken in 2013 met with the same result. The Lanark
Highlands Police Services Board along with its legislative duties
(see below) works with the detachment commander to reduce
crime, bring innovative ideas, and discuss crime trends to reduce
calls for service in the Township.
Police Services Board Responsibilities

A board is responsible for the provision of adequate and effective police services in the municipality and shall,
a. generally determine, after consultation with the
Detachment Commander, objectives and priorities with
respect to police services in the municipality;
b. establish policies for the effective management of the police
force;
c. part of the process to appoint the Detachment Commander;
d. direct the Detachment Commander and monitor his or her
performance;
e. receive regular reports from the Detachment Commander on
disclosures and decisions made under section 49 (secondary
activities);
f. review the Detachment Commanders administration of the
complaints system under Part V and receive regular reports
from the Detachment Commander on his or her administration of the complaints system.
OPP Enforcement Priorities for 2014

1. Reduce Incidents of Property Crime
Break and enters, thefts, and mischiefs are a violation of a
persons privacy and must be reduced. We have implemented
a Property Crime reductions strategy which is already seeing
successes in resolving these crimes early in the new year.
best practice. In 2013 we worked together with the Township to re-open

the extended service office in Lanark Village. This office will allow officers
to complete administrative tasks and interview people within the office
space graciously provided in the Township offices. We will continue to be
highly visible in the community and meet the needs of our contractual
agreement. We look forward to continued success in 2014.
There are three main ways to contact the police if you require our
assistance.
1. If you require immediate assistance please call 911 or 1-888-310-1122.
2. For non-emergent calls and you require police assistance, please call
1-888-310-1122 (anywhere in Ontario) or if you are hearing impaired,
please dial 1-888-310-1133 to use TTY.
3. If you require to speak with a specific officer including a member
of the Detachment Command Staff, call 613-267-2626. This number
should not be used to request police assistance or to make a
complaint of any kind. The two methods for contacting the police in
points 1 and 2 above should be used only for this purpose.
-Derek Needham, Detachment Commander
Lanark County OPP
Proposed 2015 Policing Costs

In understanding costs related to policing, Lanark Highlands contracts
policing from the OPP. At present, approximately 85% of costs are related
to salaries. The Ontario Provincial Police Association (OPPA) negotiates
with the Provincial Government in determining OPP salaries. Costs related
to individual municipalities are, at present, calculated by the number of
officers per municipality which is generally determined by the calls for
service within the municipality. At present, Lanark Highlands enjoys one
of the lowest rates in policing in LanarkCounty.
In the fall of 2013 a new OPP Billing Reform Process was proposed that will
provide cost relief for some municipalities while smaller (generally rural)
jurisdictions are likely to experience large overall policing costs with no
increase in service.
2. Traffic Safety
Lanark Highlands Council, as well as the Police Services Board, have

engaged in dialogue with other municipalities in opposition of the
proposed new billing reform put forth by the OPP and Provincial
Government.
We will be focusing a lot of our efforts on road safety, especially

in the area of enforcing seatbelt use, reducing the dangerous use of cell phones and texting while driving, and targeting
Aggressive Driving.
A resolution was passed on March 25th, 2014 by Lanark Highlands Council

and forwarded to the Provincial Government outlining the Townships
opposition. This resolution can be viewed on the Lanark Highlands
website (link).
3. Reduce Illegal Drug Use
Your Police Services Board and Council will keep you informed.
We will work in partnership with the Drug Strategy Committee

to reduce the use of illegal drugs and alcohol, which can often
spin off into other criminal offences.
4. Pro Active Youth programs

Together with the community, we will work with the local youth
to identify issues they are victims of, including bullying, internet
safety, and youth crime.
Detachment Commander Message
Making a Difference in Our Community
The Lanark County Detachment continues to work in partnership with the Police Services Board and the community to
identify priorities and ensure Lanark Highlands is a safe and
enjoyable place to live. Through regular public meetings and
an open dialogue between Police Services Board members and
Detachment Command Staff, proactive problem solving is the
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The Lanark
& District
Civitan Club
Air conditioned hall rentals and/or catering
call 613-259-3216
old timer talent night & dinner
last friday of each month
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Fire Services
he Lanark Highlands Fire Service Is a

progressive fire department with highly
trained individuals providing professional
Fire and Rescue Services to over 5200 residents
covering over 1000 square kilometers.
Rod Black, Fire Chief
Phone 613-259-2398 ext 236
1-800-239-4695 ext 236
Fax 613-259-5706
Email: lhfirechief@lanarkhighlands.ca
Lanark Highlands has implemented the

Enhance 911 system. Please make sure We Can Find You & We Can
Get To You*
Ensure your Property Identification Number (PIN) clearly

identifies your home or cottage.
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Ensure laneways and private drives are clearly marked to

direct responders to your house.
Scott Norton, Fire Administration

Phone 613-259-2398 ext 242 Fax 613-259-2291
Email: snorton@lanarkhighlands.ca
www.lanarkhighlands.ca/EmergencyServices/FireDepartment.php
2014 Fire Permits are required from January 1st to

the 31st day of December
2014 Fire Permits are available for sale at the township municipal
office and local stores.
Lanark Highlands Fire Service

75 George Street, Box 340, Lanark, Ontario K0G 1K0
n Fire permits are required for all burning and are valid for the
year of issue
Office hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
n Fire permits must be renewed prior to burning by calling

the number on the front of the permit
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms

Any fuel-burning appliance produces Carbon Monoxide (CO).
COis a by-product of inefficiently burnt fuels. It can leak into
your home due to blocked or poor venting, malfunctioning or
poorly maintained appliances or heating systems, or from a
vehicle running inside an attached garage or carport.
n You must notify LHFS of all open air burning except

campfires
Fire permits can be renewed in three ways;

1) Phone 613-259-2398 ext 500 or toll free 1-800-239-4695 ext 500
2)
Fax: 613-259-5706 form is available at www.lanarkhighlands.ca
3)
Email: firepermit@lanarkhighlands.ca
FIRE PERMITS
CHANGES FOR 2014
n If you burn you must obtain a fire permit
n All Fire Permits must be renewed yearly
n Burning times not limited
n Fire Service must be notified for open air burning
Permit Classifications
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1) Open Air (brush piles, incinerators etc)

2) Recreational (campfires, cooking, warmth, enjoyment)
3) Chimnea (hamlets, villages - specific conditions for a fire)
4) Campgrounds ( for managed campground owners)
Permit Renewals
You require your permit #, Name, Civic Address, Date of Burn
1) 613-259-2398 ext 500
To have working smoke alarms

in your RV, trailer or mobile home.
It could also save your life!
Failure to comply could result in a ticket for
$235 or a fine up to $100,000.
2) 1-800-239-4695 ext 500

3) Email: firepermit@lanarkhighlands.ca
4) Fax: 613 259-5706
Please check the township website for more information regarding
fire permits and requirements at http://www.lanarkhighlands.ca/
EmergencyServices/FirePermits.php
Office of the Fire Marshall 2008
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Fire Service and emergency planning
ntario averages over 1300 wildfires each year from Georgian Bay to
Hudsons Bay and about half of these are started by people. Every year
people and property are threatened by wild land fires. Many of these
fires occur in areas called the urban interface zone where homes, cottages
and subdivisions are built into the forest landscape. Is your property
at risk? FireSmart is a program that provides information to help
communities and homeowners to take action and protect their properties
and adjacent natural resources from the risk of wildfires. To find out if your
property is at risk, look through the Home Owners FireSmart Manual.
Then you can complete the home owners survey on your own property
and assess the potential risk of loss due to a wildfire. You can use the risk
assessment to show you where you may need to do some work to protect
your home and property. More information is available at
http://www.lanarkhighlands.ca/EmergencyServices/FireDepartment.php
EMERGENCY PLANNING
Prepare your Pets
Prepare your
Family
Remember that pets

are not allowed in some
public shelters or hotels
because of certain health
regulations. Also some
people might be allergic to
and/or frightened by your
pets. Be ready with a pet
carrier in case you need to
leave your pet at a shelter or pet-boarding facility.
very Canadian
household needs an
emergency plan. It
will help you and your
families know what to do
in case of an emergency.
Remember, your family
may not be together
when a disaster occurs.
Plan how to meet or contact one another and discuss what you would
do in different situations. In an emergency you will need some basic
supplies. You may need to get by without power or tap water. Be
prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours.
The Emergency Survival Checklist below outlines the basic

items every family should have prepared:
n Flashlight and batteries (extra batteries)
The Pet Emergency Survival Checklist:

n Food, potable water, bowls, paper towel and a can opener
n Blanket and a small toy
n Collar and Sturdy leash/harness
n Cat litter/pan (if required) and plastic bags
n Carrier for transporting your pet or housing your pet in case you
need to leave them at a pet-shelter
n Medications and medical records (including vaccinations)
n Radio & batteries or crank radio (extra batteries)
n Current photo of your pet in case your pet gets lost
n First-aid kit
n Telephone that can work during a power disruption (cell phone)
n Candles and matches/lighter
n Information on feeding schedules, medical or behavioral problems

in case you must board your pet
n Extra car keys and basic car-kit
n Up-to-date ID tag with your phone number and the name/phone

number of your veterinarian
n CASH
n Copy of license (if required)
n Important papers (identification)
n Muzzle (if required)
n Non-perishable food (ready-to-eat items that do not require

refrigeration)
Please visit the Township website for more information.

n Manual can opener

n Bottled water (4 litres per person per day)
n Clothing and footwear
n Blankets or sleeping bags
n Toilet paper and other personal items
n Special items such as medications, infant formula and equipment
for people with disabilities
n Backpack/duffle bag
n Whistle (to attract attention, if needed)
n Playing cards and games
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Nort h L a n a r k C om mun i t y He a lt h C en t r e
have in accessing
quality primary care.
For example, our
telemedicine program
helps people access a
variety of specialists
through videoconferencing reducing
the travel time, cost and
stress associated with
seeking specialist care in
Ottawa or Kingston.
he North Lanark Community Health Centre together we support

people and communities in achieving and maintaining the best
possible health and social well-being.
The North Lanark Community Health Centre (CHC) has been a part of
the community of north Lanark since our doors opened over 20 years
ago. At our CHC, the health and well-being of every individual, every
family, and every community matters!
While some people may think of us as a doctors office, the last
three words in our name North Lanark Community Health Centre
provide a much better description of who we are. Our staff - which
includes family doctors, nurse practitioners and nurses also includes
a dietitian, social worker, respiratory therapist, chiropodist, health
promoter and community developer. Together, we provide a wide
range of primary care and health promotion programs and services to
area residents.
Our primary care practitioners work together to provide the best
possible care to people across their life-spanfrom pregnant women
and young families, to seniors and others needing access to palliative
care. In all our work, we try to reduce the barriers rural people
Our health promotion

programs promote
health and wellness
and serve to prevent
or reduce illness and
disease. These programs
are aimed at addressing
the broader health
needs of the people and
community we serve. For example, our programs include: exercise and
falls prevention classes for older adults and seniors; cooking groups
for men and budget-conscious families; information, support and
skills training for people with chronic health conditions; mindfulness
based stress reduction programs; and active, co-operative play for
young children, to name just a few. All our programs are free and all
members of the community are welcome!
At the North Lanark CHC, much of the work we do in the community
is accomplished through active partnerships with others. The high
level of involvement and commitment from the local community
from volunteers, local government, schools, community-based
organizations, and other health and social service providers is what
enables us to offer such a wide range of programs and services to the
community. For example, in partnership with the Leeds, Grenville and
Lanark District Health Unit, a part-time dentist and hygienist provide a
range of dental care services to people who would normally not have
access to such care, in the new dental suite at the Health Centre
To find out more about our programs and services, please visit our
website at www.northlanarkchc.on.ca or phone 613-259-2182. We are
located at 207 Robertson Drive in Lanark Village.
Lakeside Bar
& Grill
Experience the finest
cuisine while taking
in the panoramic
views of White Lake.
Whether its a casual lunch or succulent dinner our chefs wont disappoint.
Kerri Keeney
Broker of Record/Listing Agent

Bus: 613-259-3033
Fax: 613-259-3133 kerri@lanarkliving.ca

www.lanarkliving.ca
62 George Street, Lanark, ON K0G 1K0
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Lanark and District Museum
Middleville & District Museum
ocated at 80 George St. in Lanark Village, this link to the areas past
houses displays of artifacts collected from the Lanark Highlands,
Drummond Township and other historically linked communities.
The museum offers rotating displays on area events, personalities and
locations. Two new exhibits for the 2014 season will look at profiling
our WWI veterans and our local writers both past and present. A large
collection of family histories, photographs and genealogical records
and reference materials are also available for researchers, including
the entire collection of Lanark Era newspapers from 1895 to present. A
small gift shop offers historical books, prints, postcards and souvenirs.
2130 Concession D Lanark, Middleville, ON 613-259-5462
The museum is open from Victoria Day weekend to the weekend

before Thanksgiving on Saturdays, Sundays and holiday Mondays
from 1 to 4 p.m. or by appointment. Admission is $4 for adults, $5
for couples/families and $2 for seniors. Children under 12 are free.
For more information on our 2014 events or programming please call:
613-259-2575 or email: lanarkanddistrictmuseum@gmail.com or visit
us online on Facebook or www.lanarkcountymuseums.ca.
tep into the past and explore pioneer history at our informative
country museum set in an 1861 two-story stone schoolhouse in
Middleville village. The pioneer spirit shines from every corner of
this unique museum and treasures from days past are waiting to be
discovered. This year marks the official opening of our addition - built
in 2012 with help from the Ontario Trillium Foundation - which houses
many new and exciting exhibits.
Highlights:
n An 1830s settlers log cabin
n A dramatic horse drawn hearse
n A dugout canoe made of a single basswood log
n An 1830s barn-frame loom
n Restored 1918 Chevrolet truck and 1922 Model T Ford
n Old time maple syrup and cheese making displays
n Blacksmithing tools and farm implements
n Lanark County lumbering and shanty artifacts
n Library of original genealogical and family records
Open Saturday, Sunday & Holiday Monday 1-4pm Victoria Day through
Thanksgiving, or by appointment.
$5 per person, 12 and under free.
McDonalds Corners/
Elphin Recreation and Arts
MERA - McDonalds Corners/Elphin Recreation and Arts is a not-forprofit community arts organization operating out of a renovated 1860s
Schoolhouse on Concession 9A in McDonalds Corners. Our mandate is
to provide arts and recreation activities for people of all ages in our
community. We have a weaving studio, a pottery studio, and several
ongoing groups focusing on heritage arts and fibre arts. The McDonalds
Corners Farmers Market is on the Schoolhouse grounds every Saturday
from May to October with Cafe MERA operating on Saturdays and Sundays
except in December and January. For information call 613-278-0388 or email
meraschoolhouse@bell.net
We are the only organization wholly dedicated to community arts in
Lanark County and we are partly funded by the Ontario Arts Council. Check
our website for year round programming for people of all ages
www.merachoolhouse.org
Allan
Chartered Accountant Professional Corporation
Howard A. Allan B.Comm., F.C.A.

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22 Wilson Street, West

Perth, ON K7H 2M9
613-267-6580 ext. 23
613-267-7563 Fax
hallan@allanca.com
1800 Maberly-Elphin Rd.

RR1 Maberly, ON
K0H 2B0
Phone. (613) 268-2308
Fax. (613) 268-2466
Email. crains@xplornet.com
Excavations
Septic Systems
Road Construction
Heavy Equipment Rentals
Trucking
Rock Excavations
Aggregate Supply
www.crainsconstruction.com
www.craindevelopments.com
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C o m m u n i t y S e r v i c e s / arena
Terry Donaldson, Arena Manager
Arena
Cell Phone
613-259-3345
613-250-0730
LANARK & DISTRICT

COMMUNITY CENTRE
The Lanark and District Community Centre has three venues offered
for rent to individuals and organizations.
Arena
67 Princess Street, Lanark ON
Public Skating Hours

Wednesday evening 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday afternoon 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Admission is one (1) dollar.
The ice surface is available for daytime ice rentals weekdays from
Mid-September to the end of March. Possibilities include:
n Seniors Skating
n Moms/Dads and Tots skating
n Lunchtime Skating for Business People
n Sports/hockey
During the winter season, the ice surface is used for hockey, figureskating and broomball events by a number of groups. There is a large
viewing area and a snack bar available during these events for the use
of spectators.
ICE RENTAL RATES FOR 2014-2015

(Subject to Review)
Minor Hockey/Figure Skating/Youth Centre......... $115.50

Regular Ice Mens Hockey....................................$176.54
Broomball............................................................$134.74
Maple Grove & Sacred Heart Schools....................$57.74
Schools outside of Lanark Highlands...................$116.10
Priced per hour (50 minutes), taxes included
The ice surface holds a capacity of up to 1,150 people and is available

for off-season rentals. Possibilities include:
n Weddings
n Receptions
n Stags
n Concerts
n Festivals
n Tradeshows n Dinners
Upstairs Hall & Meeting Room

The upstairs hall is available year round for rentals for business meeting, workshops, birthday parties, showers and other celebrations and
events. The facilities can accommodate up to 70 people. A full kitchen
facility is available.
TATLOCK HALL
Hall for rent
The hall is located at 696 7th Concession Darling, just off Tatlock
Road. It is an ideal venue for weddings, family reunions and
other events. The facilities include air-conditioning, a large fully
BASEBALL IN LANARK!!
equipped kitchen, barrier free washrooms, and ample parking. For
Clyde Memorial Ball Park is located in the Village of Lanark on

Clarence Street, directly behind the Municipal Office. The park
is available for league play or tournament rental. For more
information and bookings call Terry at 613-250-0730.
information about available dates call 613-256-1071 or 613-256-2448
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C o m m u n i t y S e r v i c e s / youth Centre
Lanark Highlands Youth Centre
PO Box 85, Lanark, ON K0G 1K0
Tel: (613)-259-2012 Email: lhyci@storm.ca
The Lanark Highlands Youth Centre is a
community organization that provides
programs and services for local youth. Our
mission is to be a safe and positive environment where youth have opportunities
to enhance their potential and contribute
positively to the community.
The Youth Centre offers opportunities for:

n Positive role modeling
n Leadership and encouragement
n Community pride and involvement
n Setting and achieving goals
n Developing the confidence to overcome obstacles and make
healthy choices
The Youth Centre is open to youth aged 10-18 throughout the year,
and offers a wide range of activities to suit the needs and interests of
a diverse group of youth.
These programs include:
n Drop- In Program
n After School Program
n Sports Night
n Cooking and Food program
n 4H projects
n Skill building workshops or training courses
n Homework Help
n Community participation activities
n Youth Garden Project
n Special Events and Excursions (including Summer Excursion
Program)
At the Youth Centre, young people can hang out with friends, access
the Internet, use the computer for homework or entertainment, play
games, learn simple cooking techniques and enjoy hot meals. The
Youth Centre is open on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 3:00-8:00 pm,
and Wednesday 3-6:00 pm.
In the summer months, youth can also participate in our special
Garden Project or the Summer Excursion Program. Youth also have
opportunities to participate in fundraisers and other events, adding
their energy and talents to help build a more vibrant community.
The Lanark Highlands Youth Centre welcomes the involvement and
support of any person or group who would like to help. We are a
charitable organization and rely on donations and other support to
provide quality services to youth. There are many ways to give to the
Youth Centre, whether you can volunteer your time or teach a skill,
offer new information or lend your experience. If you would like to
make a monetary or in kind donation, your donation can be mailed or
dropped off at the Youth Centre or the Township of Lanark Highlands.
Tax receipts are available to donors.
We invite you to drop by and visit the Youth Centre. Please contact the
Executive Director for more information at (613)-259-2012 or
lhyci@storm.ca.
79 George Street, Lanark 613-259-2744

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C o m m u n i t y S e r v i c e s / Libraries
Lanark Highlands Pubic Library
Wanda Proux, Head Librarian
Romalda Park Assistant Librarian
613-259-3068
www.lanarklibrary.ca
THE LANARK HIGHLANDS

PUBLIC LIBRARY
embership is FREE to residents of Lanark Highlands, Tay Valley and

Drummond/North Elmsley Townships. The total holdings in the
library are 21,495 and growing. We offer all categories of books,
DVDs, audio/CD books, French books and large print books. Fax and
photocopy services are available as well as Interlibrary Loan service.
Two community access computers are also available for your use free
of charge for a one hour time frame. We know have Wireless and
all new computers. Give us a call and we will gladly reserve a time
foryou.
Board Members are: Tom Lalonde, Jeanie Maennling, Ken Sinclair,
Treasurer Shannon Adams, Carlita Delion, Geraldine Vanderspank,
Stan Errett and Paul Fairweather. The Board meets on the second
Wednesday of the month.
ARNPRIOR PUBLIC LIBRARY

21 Madawaska Street, Arnprior ON K7S 1R6
613-623-2279
www.arnprior.library.on.ca
Please feel free to browse our ON-LINE CATALOGUE to see our great
collection at www.lanarklibrary.ca
ARNPRIOR PUBLIC LIBRARY HOURS
As well, please feel free to visit the library, there is an ongoing book
sale of 5 for $1.00.
Monday Thursday Noon - 8 pm

Friday 9 am 5 pm
Saturday 10 am 5 pm
In Memoriam are a beautiful way to remember your loved ones

especially if they have been avid patrons of the library. We also have
an Adopt-a-Book program.
The Library gives CHARITABLE RECEIPTS for income tax purposes.
The Library thanks our contributing Municipalities, all patrons and
organizations who continue to support the Library in every way
possible.
LANARK HIGHLANDS PUBLIC LIBRARY HOURS

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
CLOSED
10 am 1 pm and 2 pm 9 pm
10 am 1 pm and 2 pm 6 pm
1 pm 6 pm
12 pm 7 pm
10 am 3 pm
CLOSED
The Board of the Arnprior Public Library meets on the third

Wednesday of each month (excluding July & August)
Note: the February 16th meeting has been rescheduled to
February23rd, 2011.
2011-2014 Board Members

Arnprior Representatives
Neil Salminen | Susan Kirk | Andrew Carter
Margaret Fisher | Maureen Sly-Havey | Lynn Grinstead
McNab/Braeside Representatives
Dan Q Smith | Susan Gillan
Lanark Highlands Representative

Joan Cardiff
LOCATION
75 George Street, Lanark Village - 2nd Floor (Wheelchair Accessible)
Lanark Highlands Business &

Tourism Association
The Lanark Highlands Business & Tourism Association is a not-forprofit, volunteer driven group, whose members consist of area business people. LHBTA is an accredited association. Members provide
warm hospitality and efficient services and information for both local
residents and tourism organizations, as well as the visitors who take
vacations in this area.
For more information visit our website at:
www.lanarkhighlandsbta.ca or call 613-259-2398
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V o t i n g I n f or m at i on
Information For Voters
n encourage a person to vote when that person is not entitled

to do so
Who May Vote?

Any person who on Voting Day meets the following qualifications is
eligible to vote:
n is a Canadian Citizen
n is at least 18 years old on Voting Day
n resides in the municipality or an owner or tenant of land there, or
the spouse of such
n owner or tenant, and
n supply a ballot to anyone without authority to do so

n take, open or otherwise deal with a ballot, without having
authority to do so
If you dont receive a ballot kit by mid-October, your name may not
be on the Voters List. Please call the Municipal Office at
613-259-2398 or email sblair@lanarkhighlands.ca.
Election Important Dates
n is not otherwise prohibited from voting
January 2nd Nomination and Campaign Period begins
Who Cannot Vote?
September 12th Nomination Day, Last Day to File Nomination Papers
n a person serving a sentence of imprisonment in a penal or correctional institution
Nominations accepted from 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m.
September 15th Nominations to be certified or rejected by the

Clerk by 4:00 p.m.
List of Candidates to be posted
n a corporation, or
n a person convicted of a corrupt practice for an election held
within four years of voting day
October 27th V
oting Day
Voting closes at 8:00 p.m.
Method of Election - Vote By Mail

Voting by mail is an easy and convenient way to vote - the ballot is
delivered right to your mailbox; you can vote when it fits your schedule; voter turnout is not affected by bad weather; you do not need to
worry about line ups, finding a parking space, a babysitter or transportation to the polling station. Here is how it works:
1) Early October, all eligible voters who are on the Voters List will
Offices to be Elected
In this election, members will be elected for the following offices:
MAYOR
One is elected by all electors of the municipality
receive a ballot kit containing:
DEPUTY MAYOR
n instructions on how to vote by mail
One is elected by all electors of the municipality
n one composite ballot containing the offices and the names of

the candidates running for office
COUNCILLORS
(Five to be elected by wards one from each ward)
n an elector declaration form confirming your entitlement to

vote
DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (ENGLISH)
n a ballot secrecy envelope
(one to be elected by public school electors of the municipality)
n a return envelope, to be used for mailing all the documents

back to the municipality
DISTRICT SEPARATE SCHOOL BOARD
2) Upon receipt by the municipality, the return envelope is opened;

the secrecy envelope is deposited into a ballot box and the voters
name is crossed off the Voters List using the declaration form.
3) At 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, the ballot boxes are opened; the
ballots are removed from the secrecy envelopes and counted as in
the traditional way. Election results will be reported after 8:00 p.m.
at Maple Grove School in Lanark. The public is invited to attend.
Election results will also be posted on the municipal website.
4) Please be advised that the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 states

that it is an offence to:
(one to be elected by separate school electors of the municipality)
FRENCH LANGUAGE DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

(one to be elected by French language separate school electors)
FRENCH LANGUAGE DISTRICT SEPARATE SCHOOL BOARD

(one to be elected by French language electors within the
municipality)
Further information for voters can be found on the Township website

at www.lanarkhighlands.ca.
n vote without being entitled to do so
Information For Candidates
n vote more times than being allowed to
Information for candidates can be found at www.lanarkhighlands.ca
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Community Directory
Churches
Recreation
Anglican Parish of Maberly-Lanark..............................................613-561-8455

Balderson United Church.............................................................613-259-3380
Boyds United Church ..................................................................613-253-6010
Clayton United Church.................................................................613-259-9132
Clyde Forks United Church...........................................................613-256-3453
Elphin Presbyterian Church .........................................................613-279-2679
Hopetown United Church.............................................................613-259-9132
Knox Presbyterian Church, McDonalds Corners..........................613-278-2858
Lanark Baptist Church..................................................................613-259-3173
Middleville Trinity United Church.................................................613-259-9132
Sacred Heart Parish - Lanark........................................................613-259-2155
Snow Road Presbyterian Church..................................................613-278-0888
St. Andrews United Church - Lanark............................................613-259-3380
St. Andrews United Church, Watsons Corners............................613-259-9132
St. Columbkill at McDonalds Corners..........................................613-259-2155
Clyde Memorial Ball Park-Lanark Village Terry Donaldson........613-250-0730

Lanark Arena Terry Donaldson..................................................613-259-3345
Lanark Figure Skating Club Terry Donaldson.............................613-259-3345
Lanark Fish and Game Club ........................................................613-259-3450
Lanark Get Outdoors Club Karen Dickenson.............................613-257-7211
Perth-Lanark Minor Hockey Anne Arnoldi.................................613-267-4698
Lanark Trap Club..........................................................................613-259-3395
Government Offices
Almonte Licence Bureau .............................................................613-256-2790
Lanark County Community Justice Program.................................613-264-1558
Lanark Leeds and Grenville Legal Clinic.......................................613-264-8888
Legal Aid Ontario.........................................................................613-267-3123
Randy Hillier, MPP........................................................................613-267-8239
Scott Reid, MP..............................................................................613-267-8239
Eastern Ontario Agri-Business Support Centre.............................613-448-2321
Business Development Bank of Canada, Kingston.......................613-389-0999
Services Canada...........................................................................800-622-6232
Ministry of Natural Resources Kemptville Office.......................... 613 258-8204
Ministry of Natural Resource Information Centre.........................800-667-1940
Ministry of Community & Social Services.....................................888-789-4199
MTO Driver & Vehicle Licensing Office Perth................................ 613 267-2129
Mississippi Valley Conservation....................................................613-253-0006
Post Office-Lanark........................................................................613-259-2801
Community Halls & Centres

Darling/White Lake Centre Gordon McCallum .........................613-623-9634
Hopetown Community Centre & Sports Field
(5633 Hwy 511) Sandy/Glenna Stewart ...................................613-259-5744
Lanark & District Community Centre
(67 Princess Street) Terry Donaldson.........................................613-259-3345
Lanark Highlands Youth Centre Inc.
(61 Princess Street) Warren McMeekin.....................................613-259-2012
McDonalds Corners Agricultural Hall Beth Rochon..................613-267-1406
McDonalds Corners/Elphin Recreation and Arts (MERA)
(974 - 9th Concession A, Dalhousie) David Poole......................613-267-0055
Middleville Agricultural Hall
(4189 Wolf Grove Road) Grant Dixon ......................................613-259-2243
Middleville Community Centre
(4203 Wolf Grove Road) Karen Kubicek ...................................613-259-2151
North Lavant Community Centre
(2082 Black Creek Road) Cheryl McGonagall...........................613-259-3079
Robertsons Lake Park
(4101 South Lavant Road) Bob Fletcher....................................613-259-2540
Tatlock Community Centre
(696 - 7th Concession, Darling) Nancy Jibb-Varey/Dan Jibb ..... 613 256-2448
Watsons Corners Community Hall
(1132 - 3rd Concession, Dalhousie) Helen Johnston.................613-259-5454
....................................................................................................613-259-5223
Lanark & District Civitan Club
(2144 Pine Grove Road) Dan/Debbie Keaney ...........................613-259-2036
Services
Access Centre for Community Care in Lanark..............................613-283-8012
Alzheimer Society of Lanark County............................................613-264-0307
Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Lanark County.............................613-283-0570
Childrens Aid Society, Perth.........................................................613-264-9991
Childrens Resources on Wheels (CROW).....................................613-283-0095
Community Living Assoc. Lanark County.....................................613-257-8040
Darling Seniors Ken Cunningham..............................................613-259-2606
Interval House, Lanark.................................................................613-257-5960
Lanark Animal Welfare Society.....................................................613-283-9308
Lanark Community Programs.......................................................613-257-7121
Lanark County Food Bank............................................................613-257-8546
Lanark County Municipal Office...................................................613-267-4200
Lanark County Roads...................................................................888-952-6275
Lanark County Support Services...................................................613-253-0090
Lanark County Tourism Association Marie White......................613-267-4200
Lanark Highlands Business&Tourism Assoc..................................866-559-9154
Lanark Highlands Food Pantry......................................................613-259-3380
Lanark Highlands Public Library Wanda Proulx.........................613-259-3068
North Lanark County Community Health Centre..........................613-259-2182
Ontario Hunter Education Program..............................................705-748-5785
Perth & Distict Chambers of Commerce.......................................613-267-3200
Re-Use Centre Chris Anstead....................................................613-278-1428
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 395.............................................613-259-3249
Stock Bus Lines Ltd......................................................................613-267-5490
Tay-Clyde Shriners Club Graham Oldford..................................613-267-1607
TriCounty Addiction Services........................................................613-283-7723
United Senior Citizens of Ontario Ken Cunningham..................613-259-2606
United Way of Lanark County Sarah Bridson.............................613-253-9074
Valley Heartland...........................................................................613-283-7002
Volunteer Bureau of Lanark County.............................................613-253-8252
Welcome Wagon Bev Hayman..................................................613-326-0524
Womens Expanding Business Network of Lanark County...........613-253-1802
Lanark Highlands Livestock Valuator Ross Creighton................ 613 256-4752
Newspapers
EMC.............................................................................................613-283-3182
Frontenac News...........................................................................613-279-3150
Lanark Era....................................................................................613-259-2220
Perth Courier................................................................................613-267-1100
Schools
Almonte & District High School....................................................613-256-1470
Carleton Place High School..........................................................613-257-2720
Maple Grove Public School Lanark...........................................613-259-2777
Notre Dame Catholic High School Carleton Place.....................613-253-4700
Perth & District Collegiate Institute (PDCI)...................................613-267-3051
Sacred Heart of Jesus School Lanark.........................................613-259-2113
St. Johns Catholic High School Perth........................................613-267-4724
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2014 C alendar of Events

Please check the Township website at www.lanarkhighlands.ca for a complete Calendar of Events
April 12th Spring Fling-Dinner Dance
Sponsored by the WLPOA at the
Cedar Cove Resort

Carol Pugh 613-623-3133
April 26th
Earth Day-Road Cleanup/
BBQ-White Lake
Sponsored by the WLPOA and
Firefighters of Station 5

Dan Ryan 613-623-7579
May 3rd
Lanark Highlands Forest
Rally
Motorsports Club of Ottawa
http://lhfr.ca
May 17th
Lanark District Museum
opens for the season

lanarkanddistrictmuseum@
gmail.com
May 17th Rummage Sale - 1:00-4:00pm

July 1-15
Lady Slipper Orchids in
Bloom

705-748-6324 ext. 254
www.ontariofamilyfishing.com/
July 5th
June 21st Bass Fishing Derby

7:00pm-2:00pm Cedar Cove Resort

Carol Pugh 613-623-3133
2pm Lanark and District Museum

Call for details 613-259-2575
July 1st
Canada Day Flotilla WLPOA
11:00am on Three Mile Baybegins/ends Cedar Cove Resort
July 1
Canada Day Celebrations &
Fireworks
st


Freda Fournier 613-267-2491
www.lanarkcivitan.com
Ongoing
Events
Darling White Lake Community

Centre Board
Carol Pugh-table rental
613-623-3133
July 27th Highlands Heritage Speakers

Series

Oct. 11

Oct. 12th
Aug. 17
Saved by the Bell Cemetery
Tour (Registration Required)
Nov - TBA Roast Turkey Dinner

Aug. 17th
Highlands Heritage Speakers
Series


Sept. 13th Middleville Fair

Middleville Fairgrounds
www.middlevillefair.ca
Sept. 22nd
Series

Tatlock Community Centre-Watch

for details!
Carol 613-256-1071
Nancy 613-256-2448
Nov. 11th Lanark and District Museum

th
613-259-257

LanarkVillage Cemetery 2:00pm
gmail.com

Closed for the season
appointments accepted
gmail.com
Aug. 3
Classic Cars on the Banks of
the Clyde

Clyde Memorial Park Lanark

Ross Trimble 613-253-2592
mr_goalie@rogers.com
Moonlit Cemetery Tour

($5.00 per adult $2.00 - youth)

Lanark District Museum
613-259-2575
gmail.com
rd
June 29th
Series

Oct. 5-11 Fire Prevention Week
July 12th
Cedar Cove Resort Flea
Market
June 16-30 Lady Slipper Orchids in

Bloom
Highland Heritage Day

Middleville Fairgrounds &
Middleville and District Museum

Bob McKay 613-259-3028
www.middlevillemuseum.
blogspot.com
th


Dan & Debbie Keaney
613-259-2036

Register-www.runningroom.com
July 5-13 Ontario Family Fishing Week
May 25
Series

Oct. 5th
Lanark Civitan Scarlet
FunRun
Opened to commemorate
Remembrance Day
1:00-7:00 pm
Dec. 13th
Lanark Village Santa Claus
Parade


Bob Mingie 613-256-7881
2015
Jan. 24-26 Frosty Fling Winter Carnival

Lanark Village - Watch for details
613-259-2220
Feb-April Maple Syrup Events

Lanark Highlands

May - October McDonalds Corners Farmers Market Saturdays, 9am1pm. www.lanarklocalflavour.ca/node/121

Last Friday of every month

Lanark
Civitans Old Time Talent Night and Dinner Lanark & District Civitan Club
Vic Tysick 613-259-5610
Please check the Township website at www.lanarkhighlands.ca for a complete Calendar of Events
Corporation of Township of Lanark Highlands
P.O. Box 340
Lanark, ON
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