New Tourism Route Encourages Ottawa Daytrippers to “Follow 44”

The “Follow 44” campaign is designed to encourage travellers to explore more than one hundred tourist-friendly destinations along Leeds Grenville County Road 44, a picturesque country drive that stretches from Ottawa, through Kemptville, and into Spencerville.

Creating a tourist route was the brainchild of Meagan Warren, who co-owns and operates Wildling Acres flower farm with her young son, Jax. She hopes to attract more people to her Pick Your Own Bouquet events and to visit her booth every...

Contract Awarded to Build Skyview 2 Battery Energy Storage System in Edwardsburgh Cardinal

The Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal is pleased to announce that PR Development LP has been awarded a contract by the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) to build and operate a cutting-edge battery energy storage system named Skyview 2 right here in our community. PR Development LP is an affiliate of Potentia Renewables Inc., and the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation.

As Ontario's electricity demand is projected to surge significantly over the next 25 years, the need for...

Port of Johnstown General Manager Announces Gradual Retirement

After 16 years in the role, Robert Dalley announced his plans to step down as General Manager (GM) of the Port of Johnstown (POJ). His departure will be gradual over an 18-month period. Recruitment for a new GM will start right away. However, Robert will stay on in the role through the end of 2024. In 2025, he will take on a part-time mentorship and project management role to support the transition to a new GM and oversee key strategic initiatives.

“The future of the Port of Johnstown is bright...

2024 Emergency Preparedness Week May 5-11

The Council of the Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal does hereby proclaim May 5-11 to be Emergency Preparedness Week within the Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal.  

Click here for the official proclamation.

Notice of Study Commencement - Spencerville Lagoons

The Spencerville Lagoons are currently operating at approximately 70% of its rated capacity. With the growth rates soaring in the surrounding communities, the Township has identified the potential expansion of the Spencerville Lagoons as permitting additional growth within the serviced area. 

The project is being planned following the Schedule B (Wastewater) process in the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 2023.  

Public, Indigenous community and stakeholder input and comment are invited, for...