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Proclamation - Sexual Assault Awareness Month (May 2024)

Whereas Sexual Assault Awareness Month is intended to draw attention to the fact that sexual violence is widespread and impacts every community member; and

Whereas approximately 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men will experience sexual violence in their lifetime; and

Whereas most victims of sexual violence are under the age of 25, know the person who attacked them and do not report the crime to the police; and

Whereas the prevalence of all gender-based violence, including domestic violence and sexual...

Watershed Conditions Statement - March 14th, 2024

This bulletin is an extension of the Watershed Conditions Statement issued on March 8th, 2024. 

Issued on March 14th, 2024 at 4:00 PM – The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Pembroke District is advising area
residents that a Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety is in effect in the district until Friday, March 22, 2024.

Residents in Renfrew County / Pembroke District should consider the following:

• Recent warm weather has resulted in the melting of the snowpack and lake ice....

Opportunity Notice - Plant Mechanical Technician (Unionized - CUPE Local 4960)

Posting Date: March 13, 2024

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: Water Filtration and Water Pollution Centre

Wage: $34.88 - $37.58 (based on certification) - Wage under review

Hours: 35 hours per week

Reporting to the Waterworks Supervisor, this position is responsible for performing a variety of process, technical, mechanical, and maintenance work in the operation, maintenance and repair of the water and wastewater treatment systems and facilities.

The primary responsibilities for this position...

Nick Smith Centre Open for Spring Ice

The Town of Arnprior has elected to keep ice in the Bert Hall Arena (Arena A) this Spring. While there has already been substantial interest in ice rentals along with Town-run programming such as public skating and shinny, there are some remaining ice times available for private rentals.

Interested renters can view availability online through the Town's PerfectMind portal and call the Nick Smith Centre at (613) 623-7301 or email at recreation@arnprior.ca to rent ice. If you are looking for a...