News and Notices

Notice of Public Information Centre: Coldwater Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion

Public Information Centre to be held on June 1

Township of Severn is undertaking a Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for the expansion of the Coldwater Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and the Main Sewage Pumping Station (SPS). The Class EA will identify and evaluate options for increasing the wastewater pumping and treatment capacity to accommodate anticipated growth in Coldwater.

The Class EA follows the Schedule C requirements of the Municipal Engineers Association (MEA) Municipal Class...

Notice of cancellation of tax sale for 9243 Highway 11

Take notice that the tax sale of 9243 Highway 11, Cumberland Beach, ON L0K 1G0 has been cancelled as of May 9, 2023.  

A tax sale sale can be cancelled by the Director of Finance/Treasurer at any time before a tax deed or notice of vesting is registered on title. This means a tax sale can be cancelled before the tender opening or even after the tender is closed.

If you would like to stay informed about tax sales, please subscribe to our Tax Sale Properties page.

This sale was governed by the Municipal...

Inspections underway for Severn's annual Septic Inspection Program

Protecting our drinking water and keeping local waterways clean

To ensure that all septic systems in Severn are properly maintained and functioning, Township of Severn follows the Discretionary and Mandatory On-Site Sewage System Maintenance Inspection Program outlined in the Ontario Building Code, which supports the Clean Water Act. All systems in Severn are inspected on a five-year cycle. This program helps to protect drinking water sources and ensures our lakes, rivers, and natural spaces stay...

Severn Council releases new Strategic Plan

Plan establishes Council priorities

The four strategic priorities outlined in this Plan will guide Council’s work over the 2023 to 2026 term. Severn's goal is to build a healthy and connected community where people come first, and where everyone has access to the resources they need. This high-level Plan is also an invitation to residents, partners, and other organizations to collaborate with Severn as we work to reach our vision.

The Plan is focused on four priorities and goals:

1. Economic...

Road closure for Laughlin Falls Road on April 21

Notice of road closure

Laughlin Falls Road (Lovering Line to Taylor Line) will be closed on Friday, April 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 200 p.m. for cross culvert replacement. 

Local traffic is permitted but there will be no through access at Lovering Line.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Public Works department. 

Staff contact

Wendy DeweyAdministrative AssistantPhone: 705-325-2315 x241Email Wendy