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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...
Scam Alert - Parking Ticket Text
Posted on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 09:08 AM
The City of Stratford has recently been made aware of another possible scam attempt involving text messages about unpaid parking tickets. Similar scams have been circulating in communities across Canada.
Please note that the City of Stratford would never send a text message about an outstanding parking ticket, and parking tickets cannot be paid through texts.
If you have received such a message, do not click on the link or provide payment details.
Suspected fraud can be reported to the Canadian...
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...
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