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

Free Tree Day 2023

South Nation Conservation will once again be co-hosting Free Tree Days with municipal partners in 2023 to promote environmental stewardship in our communities!

Free tree seedlings are available while quantities last for those that preorder through South Nation Conservation. SNC will contact you directly in May if they are able to confirm your request. Please check your junk mail file if you do not receive a response.

To learn more about the Conservation Authority's tree planting services, visit...

Hydrant Flowing Testing

Residents of Cardinal and New Wexford are notified that the Township has contracted Lakeshore Hydrant Services to perform fire hydrant flowing testing on April 17. Water customers may notice fluctuations in pressure and some discoloration. This is a normal result of the flushing process. It is recommended that customers check their water for discoloration prior to use each day and flush the cold water tap for 10 minutes if discoloration is observed as this could cause damage to laundry, etc.

If...