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Proclamation: International Overdose Awareness Day

WHEREAS the Town of Innisfil acknowledges the harm and hardship caused by drug overdose; and

WHEREAS we recognize the purpose of International Overdose Awareness Day as remembering loved ones lost to overdose and ending the stigma of drug-related deaths; and

WHEREAS we resolve to play our part in reducing the toll of overdose in our community, which claimed the lives of 169 (confirmed and probable) residents in Simcoe Muskoka in 2021, which was 25% higher than the 135 in...

Town of Innisfil opens outdoor community fridge in Cookstown

Innisfil, ON – The Town of Innisfil, Innisfil ideaLAB & Library and members of the community celebrated the grand opening of the outdoor Troy Scott Community Fridge in Cookstown this week. The fridge moved from its temporary home inside the Innisfil ideaLAB & Library’s Cookstown branch to its permanent home outdoors earlier this week, now offering residents 24/7, low-barrier, dignified access to food.

The Town established the first Innisfil Community Fridge in June 2021 as a neighbours helping...

Proposed changes to 2023 final capped class property tax bill due dates

Effective 2022, there are no longer any capped class adjustments for properties in the Town of Innisfil. “Capping” previously applied to Commercial, Industrial and Multi-Residential property tax classes. As part of the Tax Levying By-law, staff are proposing a change in due dates starting in 2023 to align with the Town’s other property tax classes. 

Proposed due dates 

Previously, capped class property owners paid their final tax billing installments at the end of August and the end...

Town of Innisfil wants your feedback on new innovative technology

Innisfil, ON – The Town of Innisfil is seeking resident input on a pilot project currently underway aimed at informing the Town on ways to improve the waste removal services provided in our parks and public spaces.

In partnership with Digital Trust for Places and Routines (DTPR), the Town is participating in a project cohort along with Boston, Massachusetts, Washington, DC and Angers, France, to pilot the use of technology in community spaces.

“This pilot project is truly innovative allowing the...

Town lowering flag to honour former Mayor Stewart Fisher

Innisfil, ON – The Town of Innisfil will fly its flag at half-mast from Thursday, August 4 to Tuesday, August 9, 2022 to honour former Innisfil Mayor Stewart Fisher (1992-1997) who passed away on August 2, 2022. Mr. Fisher was a prominent member of the Town and was involved in many community organizations and events. In addition to his role as mayor, Mr. Fisher also served as Chief of Police for the Township of Innisfil, Warden of Simcoe County and Chairman of the Simcoe County School Board....