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As we all begin to spend more time outside we encourage everyone to be safe this summer by following  public safety measures when enjoying Robert Simpson Park.

The Town of Arnprior is pleased to join the communities in Commonwealth countries throughout the world asked to join in marking the Platinum Jubilee, representing the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II accession to the Throne. 

In participation with the Department of Canadian Heritage’s initiative to illuminate buildings and landmarks the D.A. Gillies Building clock tower will be illuminated in a royal purple hue on Thursday June 2, 2022. Illuminations will start at dusk.

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The Town of Arnprior has embraced Recreation and Parks Month by creating a new campaign that will provide barrier free activities throughout the month of June. This campaign is called ‘Recreation Passport’ and is made possible by the Community Better Challenge, run by ParticipACTION.

“The goal of this campaign is to provide barrier free activities that foster strong mental, social, and physical lifestyles,” says Lucas Power, Program and Events Coordinator. “We worked to bring new activities to Town...

Ontario’s tallest tree is still standing but site is closed to visitors

Due to the destructive derecho (pronounced deh-RAY-cho) storm, the Nature Conservancy of Canada’s (NCC) Gillies Grove Nature Reserve in Arnprior is closed to the public until further notice. 

Located along the Ottawa River, the 22 hectare property contains some of the last remaining old growth forest in eastern Ontario, including the province’s tallest tree – a 47-metre-tall white pine. The tree draws a lot of visitors and...

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...