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Retail Closings on Good Friday and Easter Sunday
Posted on Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 AM
Shoppers and merchants are reminded that under the Retail Business Holidays Act, both Good Friday – April 3, 2026 and Easter Sunday – April 5, 2026, are 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...
Swan Release Update
Posted on Tuesday, March 03, 2026 04:18 PM
The City of Stratford is taking a different approach to its annual swan release going forward.
At the direction of the Board of Park Management, the birds will now be returned to Lake Victoria from their winter quarters as soon as it’s appropriate.
The determination will be made each year based on factors like water levels, weather and mating patterns.
The goal is to reduce the stress on the swans as much as possible as they make their seasonal return to the open water.
We recognize that some may...
Doors Open Stratford Returns April 18 and 19
Posted on Monday, March 02, 2026 01:19 PM
The City of Stratford and Destination Stratford invite residents and visitors to experience Doors Open Stratford, returning after 10 years on Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, 2026.
Doors Open Stratford is a free community event celebrating the city’s unique cultural and heritage sites and stories. Throughout the weekend, attendees are invited to explore locations across Stratford, including sites that are not normally open to the public or that typically charge admission.
The event will...
City of Stratford Public Works Employee Unhurt After Snowplow Flips Onto Side
Posted on Saturday, January 24, 2026 09:12 AM
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.
City of Stratford New Year Holiday Schedule
Posted on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 03:51 PM
Here is a list of service hours and closures for the City of Stratford over the New Year holiday period:
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
Dec. 31: 8:30 a.m. - noon
Jan. 1: CLOSED
STRATFORD TRANSIT
Dec. 31: Bus service ends at 6 p.m.
Jan. 1: Buses not running
LANDFILL SITE
Dec. 31: 8 a.m. - noon
Jan. 1: CLOSED
GARBAGE, RECYCLING, GREEN BIN COLLECTION
On Thursday, Jan. 1 and Friday, Jan. 2, curbside collection of garbage, recycling and green bin materials will be pushed back one day. So if your regular collection day...
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