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Proclamation: Mental Illness Awareness Week

WHEREAS mental health is an important part of overall health; and

WHEREAS one in three Canadians say they are struggling with their mental health; and

WHEREAS 17 percent of Canadians feel they need professional mental health care but cannot access it; and

WHEREAS early identification and treatment can make a difference in the successful management of mental illness and recovery; and

WHEREAS everyone in Canada should have access to publicly funded, evidence-based mental health...

Notice of road closure - Highway 400/89

Innisfil, ON – The Town of Innisfil has received notification from Fermar Paving Ltd., the contractor completing the Highway 400 and 89 interchange, that demolition of the existing bridge on Highway 89 will occur on October 1 beginning at 8 p.m. which will result in a closure of both Highway 400 and a portion of Highway 89. This is an Ontario Ministry of Transportation project for the replacement of the bridge to improve the interchange and traffic flow.

The work will begin at 8 p.m. on October 1...

Innisfil Spartans host their first home opener

Innisfil, ON – Innisfil’s new Junior C hockey team—the Innisfil Spartans—is hosting their inaugural Home Opener game at the Innisfil Recreational Complex (Red “Cortellucci” Rink) this Saturday, September 24. The 2022/2023 hockey season marks the Innisfil Spartans’ first time playing in the Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL).

“We’re very excited to see Junior-level hockey back in Innisfil,” says Mayor Lynn Dollin. “This team gives younger athletes playing at other levels a chance to grow their...

Traffic calming pilot project underway in Innisfil

Innisfil, ON – The Town of Innisfil is currently piloting several traffic calming measures in select areas where existing data and reports show high speeds—despite the posted speed limit.

Measures are being tested in three locations: Shore Acres Drive (on-road pavement markings with the speed limit sign wording of 50 km/h), Belle Aire Beach Road (chicanes with a barrier curb and barrels), and Maple Road (flexible bollards, speed cushions and a raised pedestrian crossing).

The locations were selected...

Proclamation: National Coaches Week

Whereas the Town of Innisfil recognizes the tremendous positive impact coaches have on athletes and communities; and

Whereas the purpose of National Coaches Week is to provide the 300,000 coaches who call Innisfil and Ontario home with the resources, representation, and recognition they deserve for the time they devote to ensuring Canadians live an active and healthy lifestyle; and

Whereas several great coaches live and volunteer in Innisfil and we celebrate their commitments...