Road Closure Notice - Blezard Line

Public Works has closed Blezard Line between Highway 7 and Division Road due to flooding. The last property accessible from the north is 2594 Blezard Line, and the last property accessible from the south is 2385 Blezard Line.

The road will remain closed until further notice while water levels recede and the roadway can be safely reopened.

Please avoid the area and use alternate routes. Updates will be provided as conditions change.

Half Load Restrictions - 2026

Half-load restrictions in the Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan will begin on Sunday, March 1, 2026.
To protect our road network during the spring thaw, half-load restrictions are implemented annually beginning March 1, in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act. These measures help prevent road damage when municipal roads are most vulnerable to heavy vehicle traffic.
During this period, vehicles are limited to a maximum of 5 tonnes per axle, and truck and commercial transport access may be restricted in affected areas.
Restrictions will remain in effect until April 30, 2026, unless otherwise announced.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping to preserve our roads.

Volunteer Opportunity - Wall of Honour Committee Members

The Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan is currently accepting applications from residents interested in serving on the Wall of Honour Selection Committee for the current term of Council.

This Committee plays an important role in evaluating nominations and recommending individuals who have made outstanding contributions to our community.

Qualified applicants are asked to complete the Wall of Honour Selection Committee Application and submit an application outlining qualifications and related experience to the Clerk’s Department by email to deputy_clerk@osmtownship.ca, no later than 4:30 pm on March 31st, 2026

Key Dates in the 2026 Municipal Election

Key Dates in the 2026 Municipal Election

Nomination Period for Candidates:

  • May 1, 2026 to August 21, 2026
  • Nomination Day: Friday, August 21, 2026 (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)

Certification of Nominations:

August 24, 2026 by 4:00 p.m.

Official List of Candidates Posted with any Declarations of Acclamation:

August 24, 2026 after 4:00 p.m.

Third Party Advertising Registration Period:

May 1, 2026 to October 23, 2026 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

'Lame Duck' Period (Restricted Acts for Council - If Applicable):

August 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. to November 14, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Election Signs permitted in Compliance with Election Sign By-law

  • August 22, 2026 to October 29, 2026

For full details, please refer to Election Sign By-law 2022-12, which is subject to change.

Preliminary List of Electors Released to the Public:

September 1, 2026

Voting Period for Electors:

Tuesday October 13, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. to Monday October 26, 2026 at 8:00 p.m.

Term of New Council:

November 15, 2026 to November 14, 2030

Campaign Period

  • Nomination Period: May 1, 2026 to August 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
  • Last date for any Candidate and Third Party campaigning: December 31, 2026
  • Candidate and Third Party Financial Reporting Deadline: March 30, 2027 at 2:00 p.m.
  • Late Candidate and Third Party Financial Reporting 9subject to $500 late filing fee): April 29, 2027 at 2:00 p.m.

Contact Us

P.O. Box 70,
20 Third Street,
Keene, ON, K0L 2G0
Phone: 705-295-6852
Fax: 705-295-6405
info@osmtownship.ca

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