Town News

WHEREAS June 27 is Canadian Multiculturalism Day, a day to celebrate the cultural diversity of Canadians, and the history that brought us to this day. It was on October 8, 1971, in a statement to the House of Commons, that Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau announced multiculturalism as an official government policy. The intent was not only to preserve the cultural freedom of all individuals, but also to recognize the cultural contributions of diverse ethnic groups to Canadian society; and

With Canada Day celebrations on Monday July 01, 2024, there will be temporary disruptions to vehicle access through the north gate at Fiddle Park (105 Second Line) from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Please see the below date and time for the Canadian Multiculturalism Day Flag Raising

Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Jack Downing Park, 140 Main Street East, Shelburne

Please find below link for the agenda for the Regular Council Meeting being held on Monday, June 24, 2024, at 6:30p.m.

WHEREAS on June 21, Canada will celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a day for all Canadians to acknowledge the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples;

June 24, 2024. All pet owners who license their dogs with the Town of Shelburne can upgrade their city-branded pet licence tag to one of DocuPet's designer tag styles.

There may be unpleasant odours in the areas surrounding the Shelburne Wastewater Treatment Facility. Biosolids haulage is currently scheduled and will take a few weeks. Please note that the odour may increase during haulage, but should dissipate shortly afterwards. The plant is operated by the Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) on behalf of the Town. 

The Town provides a monthly page of news, notices and events in the local newspaper, the Shelburne Free Press. Read the June 20, 2024 issue. 

On Thursday June 6, 2024 a Canadian Flag that flew over Juno Beach is Normandy, France was raised at the Cenotaph at Town Hall. 

Symphony of Light by Marnie Cooke

Exhibit Dates:   Monday, June 10 through Friday, June 28, 2024  
Reception:        Saturday June 15, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Time:                 8:30 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday
Location:          203 Main Street East, Shelburne