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Woolwich, ON – Woolwich Township Officials, Breslau Lions and the Breslau Fundraising Committee will cut a ribbon to celebrate the Grand Opening of the Breslau Grand Splash. The community is invited to join us for refreshments and to embrace the joy of splashing in the water on Saturday, June 22nd between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., located at 100 Andover Drive. The ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony begins at 10:00 a.m. The Breslau Grand Splash will be open seven days a week from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. until Labour Day.

Beginning May 27, 2024 (7am to 3pm)

 *These dates are subject to change and will be communicated on the Township website*

Watermain flushing is performed at this time of low water usage to minimize its impact on water service. Please refrain from using excessive amounts of water during this time period (i.e. doing laundry, using the dishwasher, etc.)

Woolwich, ON – The Elmira Cenotaph, located in Memorial Park, recently saw the installation of two new monuments which commemorates Afghanistan Veterans and Peacekeepers.  The installation of these monuments was done through joint funding; with the funding from the Royal Canadian Legion coming from their Poppy Campaign donations.

Working together for more housing, stronger communities in Waterloo Region

Waterloo Region – To coincide with today’s meeting of the Standing Committee on Heritage, Infrastructure and Cultural Policy’s Study on Regional Governance, as overseen by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Mayors of six cities and townships representing almost 80 per cent of the population of Waterloo Region, called for reforms to the current structure of local and regional government.

Woolwich, ON – Woolwich Township Officials will cut the ribbon to celebrate the Grand Opening of the newly built Maryhill Fire Station. The community is invited to join us for a Community BBQ and to tour the new facility on Monday, October 23^rd between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., located at 17 St. Charles Street East.  The ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony begins at 6:00 p.m.

Elmira Pet Products (EPP), a local manufacturing company specializing in the production of private label dog and cat food, is passionate about protecting the lives and safety of our furry family members.  This month, EPP delivered six pet oxygen kits, along with a training program, to Woolwich Fire Services.

Woolwich, ON – Woolwich Fire Services personnel are now better equipped to handle emergencies and keep Woolwich Township safe thanks to a grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada. The Foundation recognized our critical need and awarded $22,763 to purchase a DJI M30T Enterprise Drone with loudspeaker, spotlight, and accessories.

Waterloo Region – With the recent precipitation that has been received, the Townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich are lifting the full fire ban that came into effect June 6^th, 2023.

Waterloo Region – In an effort to reduce the increased fire risk caused by continuing dry and hot weather, a full fire ban has been issued in the Townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich.

Waterloo Region – With the weather expected to remain dry and hot in the coming days, the Townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich will continue to monitor the dry conditions to determine if a Burn Ban is deemed necessary.