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PUBLIC NOTICE - COVID-19 SCREENING DAY
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PUBLIC NOTICE - Restricted Fire Zone
Effective 12:01 a.m., Saturday, May 23, 2020
Due to the high to extreme forest fire hazard, effective 12:01 am Saturday May 23, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry will implement a Restricted Fire Zone in the Thunder Bay and Dryden Districts, as well as the eastern Fort Frances district and southern portions of Sioux Lookout and Nipigon Districts. The Restricted Fire Zone will be in effect until further notice. Outdoor fires are banned. Portable gas stoves may still be used BUT must be handled with extreme care. You can learn more about Restricted Fire Zones here. For a more detailed boundary of the Restricted Fire Zone, consult the interactive fire map at Ontario.ca/forestfire
EXISTING FIRE PERMITS ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL THE RESTRICTED FIRE ZONE IS LIFTED
NO NEW FIRE PERMITS WILL BE ISSUED DURING THIS TIME.
If you see a forest fire within the Township of Dorion call 9-1-1, elsewhere 310-FIRE (3473
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PUBLIC NOTICE - New Reeve Appointed
MEDIA RELEASE
Council of the Corporation of the Township of Dorion appointed Robert Beatty as the new Reeve for the Township of Dorion, following the resignation of former Reeve Ed Chambers, who held the position for the past 6 years. Reeve Beatty states “He has big shoes to fill, as Ed Chambers, did an excellent job as Reeve “.
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PUBLIC NOTICE - Notice to Senior Residents
As the result of Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. David William’s recommendation that people 70 years and older self-isolate for at least 14 days as of March 30 2020, a group of volunteers want to help you to remain home to protect yourselves and family. Please click here for additional information.
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PUBLIC NOTICE - Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
MEDIA RELEASE
Township of Dorion Declares an Emergency - March 26, 2020 - 1:30 p.m.
The Township of Dorion has issued a Declaration of Emergency in accordance with the Emergency Management Act and Civil Protection Act, pertaining to COVID-19. This is a precaution to ensure we can access additional resources and funding available to protect the health and well-being of our residents during the COVID-19 Public Health pandemic, when and if required.
At this time, the Declaration of Emergency does not impact the overall essential services of the Township of Dorion.
This declaration also supports the current Public Health recommendations that NEED TO BE FOLLOWED:
YOU NEED TO SELF-MONITOR if:
- you have reason to believe you have been exposed to a person with COVID-19 OR if you are in close contact with older adults or medically vulnerable people OR if you have been advised to self-monitor for any other reason by your Public Health Authority.
YOU NEED TO SELF-ISOLATE if:
- you have travelled outside of Canada within the last 14 days OR if your Public Health Authority has identified you as a close contact of someone diagnosed with COVID-19.
YOU NEED TO ISOLATE if:
- you have diagnosed with COVID-19 OR if you are waiting to hear the results of a laboratory test for COVID-19 OR if you have been advised to isolate at home for any other reason by your Public Health Authority.
For Immediate Release - Declaration of Emergency PDF
UPDATED - March 24, 2020
The Township of Dorion is taking precautionary measures to maintain safety and well-being in our community due to the on-going COVID-19 circumstances.
ALL Township of Dorion facilities will be closed until further notice.
The Dorion Municipal Office will be closed to the public until further notice. If you have any enquiries, please call 807-857-2289 - Press 0.
- For information regarding tax billing payments please click here for the Notice to the Public
The Township of Dorion will continue to provide essential services, such as fire and emergency services and road maintenance services.
The Dorion Landfill Site will remain operating during its regular hours, however, the landfill site attendant's building will be closed to the public.
Fire Permits for 2020 can be purchased from the Canyon Country Co-Op Store or by calling the Municipal Office.
For questions or additional information please contact:
Municipal Office - (807)-857-2289; office@doriontownship.ca
Public Works Garage - (807)-857-2295; (807)-887-7090; publicworks1@bellnet.ca
We strongly encourage the public to be extra diligent in protecting themselves and others against illness-causing germs by:
- Washing your hands often with soap and water, or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer;
- Covering your cough and sneeze with a tissue or into your arm, not your hand;
- Staying home if you are sick, if possible
- Avoiding visiting people in hospital or long-term care homes if you are sick; and
- Getting your flu shot if you haven’t already done so as the flu virus is still circulating in the community.
For additional information, we recommend the following websites:
Thunder Bay District Health Unit
Other Resources:
Township of Dorion Public Notice Download: COVID-19
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Message from Reeve Ed Chambers : Read Here
Only 70 kilometres east of Thunder Bay, Dorion gives you the best of both worlds -- rural serenity at a close distance to Northwestern Ontario's urban centre. Dorion is 212 square kilometres of the vast northern boreal forest spotted with many inland lakes, rivers and streams swimming with pickerel and trout. If you're seeking northern adventure and relaxation, Dorion is the place to be. The regional tourism opportunities are endless, the experience is unforgettable and the people are warm and friendly.
Come see for yourself... Explore Dorion in Canyon Country!
Quick Facts
About Dorion
Home to Canada's Longest Suspension Bridge
Home to Eastern Canada's Deepest Canyon
