News and Notices

Township of Severn initiates construction of three multi-use sports courts

Severn, Ontario: Township of Severn has started construction on three new multi-use sports courts that will be located in Marchmont Community Park, Coldwater Fairgrounds, and Washago Centennial Park. Funding for this project was received from the Government of Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) Community, Culture and Recreation stream that funds key infrastructure projects to ensure thriving and healthy communities across Canada. 

“I am thrilled for the communities of the Township of Severn with the...

Notice of Thanksgiving holiday office and facilities closure

Details of notice

Our Administration Office (1024 Hurlwood Lane, Severn) and facilities will be closed on Monday, October 9 in recognition of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen Tuesday, October 10 at 8:30 a.m.

You can visit our website to:

• submit an online concern (road repair, streetlight replacement, or other service request)
• file an online by-law complaint (noise, parking, etc.)
• view our zoning map
• download our Building Permit Guide
• book your building inspection
• find information on how to pay your...

Notice of study: Servicing Master Plan

Servicing Master Plan overview

Township of Severn is undertaking a Servicing Master Plan (SMP) to evaluate water, wastewater, and stormwater servicing strategies to accommodate growth. The SMP will focus on three primary settlements, five rural settlement areas, and two municipal drinking water systems.

The project will include:

• an assessment of existing water, wastewater, and stormwater systems
• evaluation of growth area demands and reserve capacity impact
• provide recommendations on system upgrades...

Notice of swim advisory for Washago Centennial Park beach

Always check before you swim

Every summer between June and September, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) collects water samples each week from public beaches within Simcoe and Muskoka.

In Ontario, water samples are tested for E. coli bacteria and the beach may be posted when bacteria levels exceed the recreational water quality guideline of 200 E. coli per 100 millilitres (mL) of water. Based on beach water testing results taken August 30, the SMDHU is informing residents and visitors to...

Registration now open for Severn's Junior Fire Fit Challenge

Severn's Junior Fire Fit Challenge engages local youth in fire safety

The Junior Fire Fit Challenge features an obstacle course for kids aged 5 to 9 that shows them what it would be like to be a firefighter.

The fun, hands-on challenge is designed to:

• challenge the participants both physically and mentally
• encourage integrity and perseverance
• build self-confidence 
• educate youth about fire prevention and fire safety

Each junior firefighter will team up with a Severn firefighter to complete the course....