Town of Grimsby News

Truth and Reconciliation Day, also known as Orange Shirt Day, is a federal holiday commemorated on September 30th to honour the painful and lasting impacts of residential schools in Canada.

After clarification from the Ministry, and consultation with the Town’s legal team, the Town will be amending the information made available on the website that is required for properties with heritage protections (Listed and Designated on the Register).

Town Council has progressed a major milestone in the Peach King Centre (PKC) Expansion and Renovation with the approval of the project’s schematic design. This key advancement sets the blueprint for the site and building, marking an exciting step forward as a visual representation of what is to come for this highly anticipated project.

Town Council has progressed a major milestone in the Peach King Centre (PKC) Expansion and Renovation with the approval of the project’s schematic design. This key advancement sets the blueprint for the site and building, marking an exciting step forward as a visual representation of what is to come for this highly anticipated project.

Town Council and Chief Administrative Officer, Sarah Kim, are pleased to announce that Harold Madi has accepted the position of Director of Planning and Building at the Town of Grimsby. The Town is excited to find a candidate who will not only meet the many demands of the Director of Planning and Building position, but will also be a key resource to our community, council, and staff. Harold will begin his tenure with the Town on September 5, 2023.

The following schedule outlines reduced hours/closures of Town facilities:

London, ON – The 2023 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference was held in London, Ontario from August 20-23, 2023. The AMO conference is a yearly event which brings municipalities together to discuss best practices and share industry knowledge, while also allowing municipal representatives and ministries to meet to discuss the municipalities’ strategic priorities, to advocate for local issues, and to discuss program and funding partnerships.

Unlimited Access to LinkedIn Learning Now Available Through the Grimsby Public Library

In partnership between the Grimsby Public Library and LinkedIn Learning, anyone who lives, goes to school, and/or works in the Town of Grimsby will now have unlimited access to thousands of courses through LinkedIn Learning.

Town Council and Chief Administrative Officer, Sarah Kim, are pleased to announce that Stephanie Nagel has accepted the position of Director of Finance/Treasurer at the Town of Grimsby. The Town is excited to find a candidate who will not only meet the many demands of the Director of Finance/Treasurer position, but will also bring great experience and leadership to the role. Stephanie will begin her tenure with the Town on September 11, 2023.

Main Street East, from east of Vanderburgh Lane to approximately 60 meters east of Dorchester Estates, will be closed to traffic on Monday August 28 to Friday September 1, 2023. This road closure is required to install watermain and sanitary sewer for the 240, 244-248 Main Street E Subdivision.