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Ontario Street Temporary Lane Reduction - October 2, 2024

A section of Ontario Street near the east entrance to the city will be reduced to two lanes, starting on Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

This lane reduction is expected to last until early November, and is necessary to allow for the extension of the watermain and storm sewer, as well as some sanitary sewer work, for a new subdivision.

Two lanes of travel (one in either direction) will be maintained throughout the construction, and commercial entrances will still be available, with the exception of...

Notice of Temporary Street Closure October 6, 2024

Please be advised that the following roads will be closed to vehicular traffic from 6:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. on Sunday, October 6, 2024, for the Stratford 5K Race event: 

• Martin Street from Delamere Ave to William Street
• William Street from James Street to Martin Street
• Denison Street
• Lakeside Drive from Waterloo Street to Lakeside Drive North
• Lakeside Drive North
• Queens Park Drive
• Richard Monette Way
• Parkview Drive from Water Street to Richard Monette Way  

Questions regarding this temporary street closure...

Notice of Temporary Street Closure October 5, 2024

Please be advised that the following roads will be closed to vehicular traffic from 11:00a.m. to 2:00p.m. on Saturday, October 5, 2024, for the Community Culture Celebration event:

Portion of Richard Monette Way – Primarily bus parking and parking spaces Queens Park Drive from Lakeside Drive North to Richard Monette Way. 

Questions regarding this temporary street closure should be directed to the Events Coordinator at 519-271-0250, Ext. 286 during business hours.

Community Partners and City of Stratford Launch New Welcome Initiative for Residents

The Stratford Public Library, in partnership with local community organizations and the City of Stratford, is excited to announce the launch of a new program aimed at helping new residents feel at home in Stratford.

The initiative, centered around a comprehensive "Welcome to Stratford - A Guide for New Residents" website, brochure and Welcome Package, is designed to make the transition smoother and more enjoyable for individuals and families moving into the city.

The welcome package includes...

Stratford Fire Department Dispatch Services Transition

Stratford Fire Department Dispatch Services Transition: Ensuring Continuity in 911 Fire Emergency Response

Affective today, 28 August 2024, 911 Fire dispatching services for the Stratford Fire Department is now provided by Kitchener Fire Dispatch Centre. The Stratford Fire Department will continue to provide 24/7 fire and emergency response services and Stratford firefighters will continue to staff each Stratford fire station. If you are calling Stratford Fire Department to report a fire...