COVID-19
The Township of Huron-Kinloss lifted the State of Emergency on November 2, 2021 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Township staff is closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario. For up-to-date information check this page regularly and follow us on Facebook or Twitter or contact us at (519) 395-3735 or by email.
With key public health and health system indicators continuing to improve, Ontario is cautiously and gradually easing public health and workplace safety measures. For full details on reopening, please visit covid-19.ontario.ca
Bruce County Public Library Offering Free Rapid Tests
Starting Wednesday, February 16, Bruce County residents can pick up rapid tests at their local Bruce County Public Library Branch.
Current Press Release:
March 1, 2022 - Township of Huron-Kinloss adapts to updated Provincial COVID-19 Measures
Municipal Office |
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The Municipal Office at, 21 Queen Street in Ripley is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Staff will be available by appointment; however, some services may be impacted by staff working remotely. For more information, please visit our website, phone 519-395-3735, or email. You can also view our staff directory for contact information. Please note you can apply for your dog licences, fire permits and building permits on-line. Council and Committee meetings will continue in an electronic format. Meetings are streamed through Zoom and can be accessed on the website. |
Recreation Facilities |
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The Township of Huron-Kinloss recreation facilities have re-opened with public health safety measures in place. These facilities include: Outdoor amenities: Outdoor recreation amenities including public trails, playgrounds and the Point Clark Dog Park remain open. For more information, please contact our Community Services Department by email or by calling 519-395-2909. If you have questions about the Lucknow & District Sports Complex please contact 519-528-3002 ext. 1 or lucrec@hurontel.on.ca As of Tuesday March 1, 2022, the Township of Huron-Kinloss will no longer require proof of vaccination to enter public facilities. The Township will move towards a passive screening process, with each person entering a facility being required to self-screen based on information posted at facility entrances. Protective measures, such as wearing masks or other face coverings will continue. Enhanced cleaning measures continue, including sanitizing and disinfecting high touch surfaces and common areas such as washrooms Patrons are reminded that masks will continue to be required unless the participant is engaging in physical activity or is eating or drinking. (During those circumstances the mask can be temporarily removed.) For up-to-date information please visit huronkinloss.com/COIVD-19. For information regarding the Ripley-Huron Community Center, please call 519-395-2909 or email mfair@huronkinloss.com. For information regarding the Lucknow and District Sports Complex, please email lucrec@hurontel.on.ca or call 519-528-3002. |
Public Works - Garbage and Recycling |
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Garbage and recycling pick-up in the Township of Huron-Kinloss will continue as scheduled. To learn more about garbage and recycling in the Township of Huron-Kinloss visit our garbage and recycling pages. You can subscribe for reminders about your pick-up schedule on the BAWSR website. The Huron Landfill remains open, operating hours are:
*These hours may be affected by the Statutory Holidays Garbage Bag Tags: Garbage Bags tags cost $2.50 and can be purchased at the following retailers.:
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Fire Department |
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The Township of Huron-Kinloss Fire and Emergency Services will continue to provide emergency response services from both the Lucknow and Ripley Fire Stations without delay or interruption. Both Fire Stations are closed to the public. |
Finance |
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Taxes and Municipal Payments will continue to be processed. For all tax inquiries, questions about payments, or concerns, please contact the Treasury Department at 519-395-3735.
Pre-authorized payments and previously submitted post dated cheques will continue to be processed as usual unless you contact the Township office at 519-395-3735 or by email to make changes. Notification must be received at least one week prior to the scheduled date to allow time to process the change. Please remember that pre-authorized payment plans are designed to equalize your payments throughout the year and delaying payments will affect the remainder due for the year. |
Building, Planning and By-Law |
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The Building & Planning Department continues to operate. Residents wishing to apply for a building permits can email the Building Department or use the online permitting system. Completed applications may be submitted by mail, e-mail or delivered the drop box located at the Municipal Office. Inspections can be scheduled by email or by phone, 519-395-3735. By-Law Enforcement continues to operate. To report By-Law complaints please contact (519)-395-3735 or for emergencies contact (519)-395-3844; response time will vary based on the nature of the complaint. |
The Hub |
| The Hub, now located at 84 Huron St. in Ripley, is open by appointment only, Tuesday to Friday from 10am – 4pm. Please contact Lauren at leby@huronkinloss.com or 519-395-4225 for questions. |
Business Information |
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We are communicating information and opportunities available for businesses through our Do Business Huron-Kinloss Facebook page. The Township has launched a COVID-19 Business Supports webpage and a Business directory to assist business owners find the support they need and advertise to consumers. For more information about our business supports please contact our Business & Economic Officer by email or by calling 519-395-3735. For any businesses in Huron-Kinloss who are unsure of whether they are deemed essential by the Province of Ontario, the Stop the Spread hotline is available to answer these questions. Anyone with questions or concerns can call the province's Stop the Spread hotline at 1-888-444-3659. |
Resources
Report a Problem
To report a service request or issue download the Huron-Kinloss Connects mobile app from the Google Play or Apple App Store or visit the report a problem web portal.
For after-hours emergencies regarding municipal issues, please call 1-866-299-5199
For emergencies related to the COVID-19 pandemic please contact Grey Bruce Public Health at 1-800-263-3456 or South Bruce O.P.P. non-emergency line at 1-888-310-1122.