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Fire Risk Update – Level 3 (High)
Fire Risk Level 3 – High Risk: Campfires are allowed only with a valid, activated burn permit and must follow all permit conditions. Campfires can be no larger than 0.6 m (2 ft) and must be contained within a non-combustible ring at least 15 cm (6 in) high, kept 6 m (20 ft) away from buildings, fences, wooded areas, property lines, or hydro/telephone lines. Only seasoned firewood may be used, and fires must be fully extinguished with water before leaving. Burn barrels, brush piles, agricultural fires, yard waste, and fireworks are not permitted. The fire department continues to monitor conditions. Check for updates at ec.burnpermits.com.
Routine pipeline test post inspections are underway on Cedar Grove Road and County Road 22 as part of Trans-Northern Pipelines’ ongoing maintenance program.
On June 9, Judie Martin donated a sculpture created by Millie in 2008 to honour her creative legacy in Cardinal. The piece—Cosette from Les Misérables—will be permanently displayed at the Cardinal Branch of the Edwardsburgh Cardinal Public Library, along with a commemorative plaque and Festival book.
Did you know Johnstown has a swim team? Learn all about it.
On May 19, 2025, the Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal proudly honoured a legacy of dedication and community service with the official renaming of the Public Works Garage in Cardinal. The facility at 4035 Dishaw Street is now named the Bill Walter Public Works Garage, in recognition of Bill Walter’s exceptional 44-year career in municipal operations.
Every year the Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal organize Boredom Buster day trips for children ages 6 to 15 during the summer months.
The Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal took time on Friday, May 9 to honour the dedication of its volunteer firefighters during the 2025 Firefighter Appreciation Night
The Port of Johnstown has announced a new partnership with V6 Agronomy to support local farmers and expand services at the port. This collaboration will improve access to crop inputs and help strengthen the agricultural sector across the region.
Every year, we organize four two-week sessions of summer day camp, each with a fun theme.
We will share all flood messages and water safety statements on this page to help keep residents informed.
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