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As we’ve seen in recent weeks, events such as severe weather can lead to emergencies in communities throughout Ontario.
The Town of Perth, along with the Ontario government, is calling on citizens 16 years of age and older to help communities in times of need by joining Volunteer Corps Ontario (VCO). Created by the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism, in close collaboration with other ministries including Emergency Management Ontario, VCO is a place where every...
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Following several years of cancellations due to the pandemic, Perth Tourism is thrilled to see the return of a number of events this summer.
The renowned Stewart Park Festival is back from July 15-17, celebrating 30 years of music and community. Offering an incredible weekend of music, great food, and amazing vendors, this three-day, by-donation music festival takes place right in the heart of downtown Perth in Stewart Park. Showcasing both International and Canadian artists,...
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WHEREAS Perth supports the rights of every citizen to experience equality and freedom from discrimination; and
WHEREAS all people regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic characteristics or disability have the right to be treated on the basis of their intrinsic value as human beings; and
WHEREAS Perth accepts and welcomes people of diverse backgrounds and believes...
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Inspired by other communities, the Town of Perth is inviting residents to help come up with a fantastic name for our new Ravo Street Sweeper.
Residents are encouraged to submit up to three (3) names by Sunday, June 5. Town staff will then review and narrow down the list to five (5) names that the community will have an opportunity to vote on. The winner will receive a small prize as well as be invited to have their photo taken with the newly named sweeper.
Residents of...
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In response to the severe windstorm that affected the area on Saturday, the Town of Perth is providing shower facilities and drinking water to our neighbouring communities that are still without power.
Showers are available at the Perth & District Indoor Pool, located at 3 Sunset Blvd., free of charge at the following times;
Tuesday, May 24 – 7:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 25 – 7:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 26 – 7:30 a.m.-1:00...
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