Watershed Conditions: Flood Outlook Statement April 28, 2023

Weather Forecast: Environment Canada is forecasting rain amounts from 30 to 50 mm across the jurisdiction starting Saturday and continuing into next week. Thunderstorms may produce additional precipitation locally.

Environmental Conditions

Precipitation will increase water levels and flows in rivers at a time when levels are already elevated due to the spring freshet.

Risks

Rivers and streams across the watershed will result in higher water levels, fast flowing water and slippery or unstable banks...

2023 Emergency Preparedness Week May 7-13

The Council of the Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal does hereby proclaim May 7-13 to be Emergency Preparedness Week within the Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal.  

Click here for the official proclamation.

Township Wide Burn Ban Lifted

The burn ban in the TWPEC has been lifted. Residents are reminded they must have a valid burn permit, register each burn by calling 613 704-2699 & follow all regulations on their permit. To obtain a 2023 burn permit, visit: https://www.twpec.ca/en/living-here/burn-permits.aspx

Half Load Restrictions Lifted

Please be advised that half load restrictions have been lifted for both the Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal and the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville as of today, April 24, 2023. The reduced load limits are necessary in order to preserve the integrity of certain roads during the spring thaw period. The reduced load limit is enforced in order to protect the road base from damage caused by wheel loads of heavy vehicles and to increase the life-cycle of the Township’s roadways. With the...

Sewer Lateral Repair Work - Dundas Street

Please be advised a private contractor will be replacing a sewer lateral at 2049 Dundas Street, Cardinal on Tuesday April 25.  During this repair Dundas Street will be closed from civic addresses 2045 to 2053 until repairs are completed. Residents are asked to avoid the area and take alternative routes on West, William, County Road 2 or Canal Streets. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause. 

Eric Wemerman

Chief Water/Sewer Operator

Edwardsburgh/Cardinal

613-657-3765