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The Mississippi Mills Fire Department (MMFD) has raised the burn risk to Level 3 (High Risk) due to dry conditions. The Ministry of Natural Resources' forest fire danger rating for our region is also elevated. 

Residents are urged to use extreme caution when burning. Have extinguishing agents readily available.

An active 2026 burn permit is required before any open air burning. Permit holders must call the burn permit line (613-706-4004) to activate their permit prior to each burn.

Reminder: Brush, drum, and windrow fires not permitted between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. (April 1 – October 31).

A public meeting will be held virtually via Zoom on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. to consider a proposed minor variance application under Section 45 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.13.  

It's National AccessAbility Week (May 31 to June 6, 2026) – a time to highlight the importance of accessibility, inclusion and equal participation for everyone. Throughout the week, we’ll be sharing practical tips and information to help create more accessible spaces for all.

Earlier this year, our club announced the creation of the Archer Lowe Memorial Soccer Scholarship (Bursary) to honor the memory of a truly exceptional young man. Archer was a dedicated teammate, a natural leader, and a player who brought pure joy and energy to every field he stepped on.

Each June, we proudly celebrate Pride Month and recognize the resilience, diversity and contributions of our Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual and gender and sexually diverse (2SLGBTQIA+) neighbours. Pride is both a celebration of progress and a reminder that our work to build a safe, inclusive community for everyone continues in Mississippi Mills.

June marks National Indigenous History Month, a time for all of us in Mississippi Mills to pause, learn and honour the deep and enduring presence of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples on this land. It is also a time to celebrate the knowledge, cultures and contributions that continue to shape our shared future.

May 31 to June 6, 2026 marks National AccessAbility Week in the Municipality of Mississippi Mills.

Here are the highlights from the Lanark County Council meeting held May 27, 2026.

The community is invited to attend the upcoming 55+ Expo, a free event dedicated to celebrating and supporting adults aged 55 and older through information, connection, and community engagement.

The Southeast Public Health (SEPH) Board of Health met May 28 in Kingston for the regular monthly meeting. The agenda package is available online.