Public Notices

Some Stratford Swans Unaccounted For

UPDATE: FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 - 4 of 6 SWANS RETRIEVED

With the help of tips from the community, we have now located and retrieved four of our six missing swans.

Three more of the birds were returned to their winter quarters today (Friday, Aug. 29) after being located upriver to the east of Stratford, in addition to the one found at the stormwater pond off Orr Street in the north end.

A fifth has also been located at a nearby pond and will be retrieved shortly, and we are hopeful that the sixth and...

Sanitary System Master Plan

SANITARY SYSTEM MASTER PLAN - PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE

The City of Stratford is updating its 2003 Sanitary Master Plan to ensure the City’s sanitary sewer infrastructure continues to support the growing Stratford community now and in the future.

The Master Plan update will review and analyze existing conditions, and plan for Stratford’s projected population growth. The Master Plan will define needed improvements or increases to the current system’s capacity, and identify opportunities for...

Communities in Bloom Garden Contest Winners

Stratford's Communities in Bloom committee is pleased to announce the winners of its annual Best Garden Contest.

Congratulations to the following:

• The Semeniuk family – 146 Long Drive
• Julie Gray – 1 Forman Avenue
• Margaret Dickson – 59 Fairfield Drive
• Inn at Rosehurst Bed & Breakfast – 131 Front Street
• Carol Wood – 72 Long Drive
• West Village – Galt Road
• Mary Hesse – 185 Strachan Street
• Larry Davidson and Margaret Thompson – 30 Front Street
• Urban Farm Stratford District Secondary School Eco Club and West...

Retail Closings on Labour Day

Shoppers and merchants in Stratford are reminded that under the Retail Business Holidays Act, Labour Day – Monday, September 1, 2025, is among the days annually when most stores must be closed.

The Act, administered by the Ministry of Government and Consumer Services, exempts some retail operations, including but not limited to, gas stations, gardening centres and flower shops.

There are fines for opening on prohibited days of retail operation. Retail outlets found guilty may be fined up $50,000 or...

Nominations Open for Ted Blowes Community Service Award

The Ted Blowes Community Service Award was created in memory of former Stratford Mayor Ted Blowes and the contributions he made to our community.

Nominations are now open for the 2025 award.

The Communities in Bloom committee is looking for assistance in choosing and honouring someone who resides in Stratford, St. Marys or Perth County and contributes through volunteerism, beautification and education to make a difference in their community.
Nominations will be accepted until Friday, August 15 and...