Rideau Lakes Business Recognition Awards Draw 50 Nominations Rideau Lakes Business Recognition Awards include 50 nominated businesses across four categories, with winners to be announced April 15 in Elgin

Rideau Lakes Business Recognition Awards draw 50 nominations across four categories, with winners to be announced April 15 in Elgin.

See all nominees: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...

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Rideau Lakes Lawsuit Filed by Mayor, Councillors Against Colleagues Rideau Lakes lawsuit filed by mayor and councillors alleges bad faith conduct and misuse of authority amid ongoing council conflict.

Rideau Lakes mayor and two councillors have filed a lawsuit against five colleagues, alleging bad faith conduct and misuse of authority. Those named say they followed the integrity commissioner process.

Full story: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...

#RideauLakes #MunicipalMatters

Rideau Lakes Conversation and Coffee Set for April 11 Rideau Lakes Conversation and Coffee brings residents to Elgin Community Hall on April 11 for informal discussion ahead of the municipal election.

Residents in Rideau Lakes are invited to “Conversation and Coffee” April 11 in Elgin to discuss local priorities ahead of the 2026 municipal election.

Details: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...

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Red-shouldered hawk (I think!) in Township of Rideau Lakes, Ontario #eastcoastkin #wildlifephotography #naturephotography #birds #hawk #rideaulakes #ontario #canada #nikon

Rideau Lakes Yard Sale Bylaw Rejected at March 23 Meeting Rideau Lakes yard sale bylaw rejected at the March 23 committee of the whole meeting as councillors backed tougher property enforcement rules.

Rideau Lakes yard sale bylaw rejected at March 23 meeting. Council also backed updates to property rules to address nuisance concerns.

Details: hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...

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Lower Beverley Lake Park Review Ordered at March 23 Rideau Lakes Council Meeting Lower Beverley Lake Park under review as Rideau Lakes council requests reports on compliance, deficiencies, timelines and information disclosure.

Rideau Lakes council has requested reports on Lower Beverley Lake Park, including compliance, deficiencies, timelines and information shared following a March 23 meeting.

Details: hometownnews.ca/lower-beverl...

#RideauLakes #LowerBeverleyLakePark

Ontario is investing $665,533 to support an expansion by Arctic Acres in Rideau Lakes. The project will create five jobs and protect nine existing positions.

Details: www.hometownnews.ca/arctic-acres...

#RideauLakes #LeedsGrenville

Rideau Lakes Alto Opposition Builds Ahead March 29 Deadline Council is coordinating on Rideau Lakes Alto opposition with nearby municipalities, urging Senate to reconsider Bill C-15 before deadline.

Rideau Lakes council is reaching out to neighbouring municipalities about a joint statement opposing the proposed Alto rail corridor. Council also asked the Senate to reconsider Bill C-15. Story: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
#RideauLakes #HighSpeedRail #Alto

Rideau Lakes High Speed Rail Route Pushes Highway 401 Study Council supported studying a Highway 401 option for the Rideau Lakes high speed rail route instead of a line through rural parts of the township.

Rideau Lakes backs a call to study a Highway 401 corridor route for high speed rail instead of a line through rural parts of the township. 🚆

More details:
www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...

#RideauLakes #HighSpeedRail #LanarkCounty

Lower Beverley Lake Park questions surfaced during debate on a proposed campground licensing bylaw in Rideau Lakes.

Council voted 8–1 to continue work on revisions.

www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...

#RideauLakes #LanarkCounty #MunicipalNews

Rideau Lakes reviews 150m Poonamalie Road access request Rideau Lakes council referred Sulaiman Olomi’s request to extend municipal maintenance on Poonamalie Road to staff for further review.

A property owner on Poonamalie Road is asking the Township of Rideau Lakes to extend municipal maintenance by 150 metres to access a landlocked lot. Council has referred the request to staff and the planning committee. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
#PoonamalieRoad #RideauLakes

Alto High Speed Rail Delegation Planned For March 2 Scrapped Alto high speed rail delegation cancelled; Rideau Lakes council hosts open house March 8 for residents to learn more and provide feedback.

Alto Rail has cancelled its planned March 2 delegation to Rideau Lakes council. An open house will be held March 8 with a South Frontenac spokesperson to review maps and provide feedback. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/cancelled-al...
#RideauLakes #Alto

Lower Beverley Lake Park Board Green Lights Septic Upgrades Feb. 25 Lower Beverley Lake Park septic upgrades were announced Feb. 25 following a 2025 engineering review of 11 Class IV sewage systems.

Lower Beverley Lake Park septic upgrades were announced Feb. 25 after a 2025 engineering review of 11 sewage systems. Rideau Lakes Township also deferred a campground licensing bylaw. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/lower-beverl...
#RideauLakes #LowerBeverleyLake

Rideau Lakes council is pushing for more public awareness on a proposed high-speed rail corridor under study. Consultation efforts and an upcoming council presentation are planned. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/high-speed-r...
#RideauLakes #HighSpeedRail

Feb. 17 Rideau Lakes council moves forward road naming rules Rideau Lakes council adds municipal staff trigger for road naming, updates policy to address duplicate or confusing road names.

Rideau Lakes council updates its road naming policy, adding municipal staff as a trigger for changes. Focus on duplicate or confusing roads. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
#RideauLakes #RoadNaming

Lower Beverley Lake bylaw deferred by Rideau Lakes Feb. 17 Rideau Lakes council deferred campground licensing bylaw after staff confirmed Lower Beverley Lake Park would not qualify under proposed rules.

A proposed campground licensing bylaw has been put on hold after Rideau Lakes council confirmed Lower Beverley Lake Park would not qualify. Council will review compliance before final approval. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/lower-beverl...
#RideauLakes #LowerBeverleyLake

High-speed rail unanimously opposed by Rideau Lakes, Feb. 9 Rideau Lakes council unanimously votes to reject proposed high-speed rail corridor, citing rural impacts and calling for public consultation with Alto.

Rideau Lakes council unanimously opposes the southern high-speed rail corridor, citing rural and environmental impacts. Public consultation with Alto is planned.
www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
#RideauLakes #HighSpeedRail

Rideau Lakes council rejects report a Feb. 9 debate Rideau Lakes council defeated a motion to create a public report outlining its accomplishments during the current term after a Feb. 9 debate.

Rideau Lakes council has voted down a proposal to create a public report outlining its accomplishments after a Feb. 9 debate. Only two councillors voted in favour. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
#RideauLakes #MunicipalMatters

Fire Station 2 Close-Out, $171K Saved on Sidewalks Rideau Lakes facilities report details Fire Station 2 close-out, Chantry roof leak, Elgin traffic concerns, and $171K in sidewalk repair savings.

Rideau Lakes facilities report flags Chantry roof leak, Elgin school traffic concerns, and confirms Fire Station 2 close-out. $171K saved through sidewalk repairs. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/fire-station...
#RideauLakes #MunicipalMatters

Rideau Lakes rejects ballot questions on Chantry, BESS Rideau Lakes council rejects ballot questions on Chantry retrofit and BESS after nearly 40 resident emails urged opposition.

Rideau Lakes council voted down two ballot questions for the October election. Nearly 40 residents emailed opposition, saying the Chantry retrofit and BESS issues are too complex for yes-or-no votes. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
#RideauLakes #MunicipalMatters

Rideau Lakes avoids $82K in legal and planning appeal costs The Ontario Land Tribunal dismissed a request for $82,494.36 in rezoning appeal costs, ruling Rideau Lakes acted reasonably throughout.

The Ontario Land Tribunal dismissed a request for $82,494.36 in rezoning appeal costs against Rideau Lakes. Council confirms no financial impact. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
#RideauLakes #MunicipalMatters #OntarioLandTribunal

Lower Beverley Lake Park Feb. 2 report highlights revenue A Feb. 2 service review of Lower Beverley Lake Park highlights revenue opportunities through online booking, rentals, and event tracking.

A service delivery review of Lower Beverley Lake Park identifies revenue opportunities including online booking and better promotion of rentals. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/lower-beverl...
#LowerBeverleyLakePark #RideauLakes

2026 Business Recognition Awards now open for nominations Rideau Lakes invites residents to nominate local businesses for the 2026 Business Recognition Awards, including a new Long Standing category.

Nominations are open for the 2026 Rideau Lakes Business Recognition Awards 🏆 Submit your favourite local businesses by March 6. Winners celebrated at the April 15 Business Awards Breakfast. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/2026-busines...
#RideauLakes #BusinessRecognitionAwards

Rideau Lakes council received a compliance report on Lower Beverley Lake Park. Most septic systems need upgrades, and planning gaps were noted in seasonal trailer areas. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/lower-beverl...
#RideauLakes #MunicipalMatters #LowerBeverlyLake

A lock station and historic smith shop are reflected on a basin at Jones Falls. Both the lock and smithy are surrounded by trees, which are also reflected on the mirror-like surface of water. This photo was taken in 2012 during my family canoe journey from Kingston to Ottawa. Shot with a Nikon D80 and an 18-55mm zoom.

Random photo of the day: Jones Falls reflection.

#photography #random #photooftheday #POTD #dailyphoto #OttawaPhotographer #reflections #canals #RideauLakes #history

Rideau Lakes integrity commissioner cites $50,000 in fees Rideau Lakes integrity commissioner Ellen Fry reports 32 complaints, multiple sanctions, and $50,262 in fees for 2024–2025.

Rideau Lakes integrity commissioner Ellen Fry reports 32 complaints and $50,262 in fees for 2024–2025, with multiple councillor sanctions. Full details: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
#RideauLakes #IntegrityCommissioner #MunicipalMatters

Battery energy storage systems poll records 27 responses An informal poll in Rideau Lakes shows residents want more information and clearer rules as council considers battery energy storage systems.

Hometown News invited readers to share their thoughts in an informal poll on BESS in Rideau Lakes. The poll followed a recent opinion column. Full results: www.hometownnews.ca/battery-ener...
#RideauLakes #MunicipalMatters #BESS #Opinion

Chantry election ballot questions set Rideau Lakes Jan. 26 Rideau Lakes committee of the whole recommends Chantry office and battery storage questions for the October municipal election ballot.

Rideau Lakes committee recommends two questions for the October municipal election ballot, covering the Chantry municipal office project and battery storage systems. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/chantry-elec...
#RideauLakes #MunicipalMatters

Laurie Weir examines Rideau Lakes battery storage debate Laurie Weir shares her perspective on Rideau Lakes’ battery storage debate, with a poll at the end inviting residents to weigh in.

Rideau Lakes council’s deferral of a battery storage policy highlights questions about public input, zoning, and long-term planning. Full opinion piece here: www.hometownnews.ca/laurie-weir-...
#RideauLakes #BatteryEnergyStorage

Battery energy storage policy deferred Rideau Lakes council Rideau Lakes council has deferred its battery energy storage policy to the Planning Advisory Committee for further review and discussion.

Rideau Lakes council has deferred its battery energy storage policy to the Planning Advisory Committee for further review. Some councillors want stronger setbacks. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/battery-ener...
#BatteryEnergyStorage #RideauLakes