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Special Air Quality Statement
Posted on Tuesday, June 06, 2023 09:17 AM
A special air quality statement has been issued for Renfrew County and District by Environment Canada. Smoke plumes from local forest fires as well as forest fires in Quebec have resulted in reduced visibility and deteriorating air quality.
Renfrew County and District Health Unit reminds residents that those at greater risk of health related problems when exposed to wildfire smoke include older adults, pregnant people, infants and young children, people who work outdoors, people involved in...
Overdose Alert for Renfrew County and District
Posted on Friday, June 02, 2023 03:43 PM
Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) and the County of Renfrew Paramedic Service are alerting residents about an increase in overdoses across Renfrew County and District (RCD). Acting Commander, Steve Osipenko reports that “Paramedics in the Pembroke catchment area have noticed and reported a sharp rise in overdose and negative drug related reactions in the last 3 days. We are concerned for the community and its residents.”
Although specific substance(s) related to the overdoses have...
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada Awards Lifesaving Equipment Grant
Posted on Friday, June 02, 2023 02:57 PM
Grant is part of more than $2.5 million given by Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada to public safety organizations.
Arnprior Fire Department members are now better equipped to handle emergencies and keep the local community of Arnprior safe thanks to a grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada. The Foundation recognized our critical need and awarded us $16,942 to purchase a forcible entry training prop and install a standpipe and hose cabinet into our fire...
Proclamation - Parks and Recreation Month
Posted on Thursday, June 01, 2023 12:03 AM
Whereas, in the Town of Arnprior, we are fortunate to have a variety of recreation and parks
systems providing countless recreational opportunities for residents and visitors from around the
world; and
Whereas recreation enhances quality of life, balanced living and lifelong learning; helps people
live happier and longer; develops skills and positive self-image in children and youth; develops
creativity; and builds healthy bodies and positive lifestyles; and
Whereas recreational participation builds...
Proclamation - Pride Month
Posted on Thursday, June 01, 2023 12:01 AM
Whereas June is recognized in Canada as Pride Month, a time to celebrate the contributions of persons from the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and increase efforts to build awareness; and,
Whereas the Progress Pride flag is an important symbol of hope and acceptance for 2SLGBTQ+ youth and adults who continue to face stigma, discrimination, isolation and bullying in their home, workplaces and community spaces, simply for being who they are; and,
Whereas this stigma and discrimination puts 2SLGBTQ+ individuals...
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