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Election Candidate Information Sessions Planned for February and March

The City of Stratford, Town of St. Marys, Municipality of North Perth, Municipality of Perth East, Municipality of West Perth, and the Township of Perth South are jointly hosting Election Candidate Information Sessions for residents who are considering running for municipal office.

The sessions will be led by experienced and knowledgeable trainers from Clerks On Call and are designed to provide prospective candidates with essential information to help them make informed decisions before entering...

Retail Closings on Family Day

Shoppers and merchants are reminded that under the Retail Business Holidays Act, Family Day - Monday, February 16, 2026, is among the designated holidays annually when most retail 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...

Green Recognition Program - Call for Applications

The City of Stratford’s Energy and Environment Advisory Committee has launched the 2026 edition of its Green Recognition Program to continue highlighting the efforts of those who are helping Stratford move towards its target of a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

The Green Recognition Program is intended to support our green leaders, promote a variety of sustainable practices, and raise awareness of how the community is working toward a net-zero future.

Submissions are being...

Free Income Tax Clinics Offered for Low-Income Individuals/Couples

The City of Stratford's Social Services Department is co-ordinating free income tax clinics for low-income individuals/couples in Stratford, St. Marys and Perth County for current-year returns.

Those receiving social assistance (ODSP, Ontario Works) are eligible with a T5007 tax slip. For others to participate, you must have a total gross annual income of:

• $16,000 or less for individuals
• $32,000 or less for couples
• $25,396 or less for seniors – individual (65+)
• $34,346 or less for seniors – couple...

City of Stratford Public Works Employee Unhurt After Snowplow Flips Onto Side

A City of Stratford Public Works employee escaped injury late Friday night (January 23) after a snowplow went into the ditch on Line 29, just east of Erie Street, and flipped onto its side.

Poor visibility as a result of drifting snow was a factor in the incident.

Thankfully, the operator was unhurt.

The snowplow sustained some damage to the undercarriage and box.