News and Announcements
Please read below for a list of the latest municipal news and public announcements (tweets).
In the case of an emergency, official information will be shared on our Emergency Services page.
News and Updates:

2026 Election Voter Turnout Update – October 23, 2026
Posted: Friday October 23, 2026
As of 9:00 a.m. on October 23, 3,354 residents have cast their ballots in the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election, representing 16.6% of eligible voters. The voter turnout update below compares participation in the 2026 election with previous elections and will be updated throughout the voting period. View the Voter Turnout Update. There’s still […]

Reynolds Park Pavilion Breaks Ground, Honouring Former Mayor
Posted: Friday October 09, 2026
Brockville, ON – October 9, 2026 – The City of Brockville officially marked the beginning of construction on the Reynolds Park Pavilion and Boardwalk Project today, announcing that the new waterfront structure will be named the Ben TeKamp Pavilion in honour of former Mayor Ben TeKamp. Mayor Matthew Wren was joined by members of Council, […]

Reynolds Park Pavilion Construction Begins This Week
Posted: Monday October 05, 2026
Construction is set to begin this week on the Reynolds Park Pavilion project. As work gets underway, the Reynolds Park parking lot will be closed to the public and used by Kehoe Construction as a staging area. The section of the Brock Trail that passes through Reynolds Park will also be closed for the duration […]

Indoor Public Skating Schedule
Posted: Friday September 25, 2026
The 2026/2027 Indoor Public Skating Schedule is as follows: Adult Skating Sessions at the Memorial Centre Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 1:00 p.m. to 2:20 p.m. (Excluding holidays and exceptions below, until ice is removed in the spring) Exceptions: Thursday, December 24, 2026 Thursday, December 31, 2026 Wednesday, March 24, 2027 Public Skating Sessions at the Memorial […]

City Manager Sandra MacDonald Announces Retirement After 32 Years
Posted: Monday September 21, 2026
Brockville, ON – Monday, September 21, 2026 – The City of Brockville announces the upcoming retirement of City Manager Sandra MacDonald, effective March 31, 2027, following more than 32 years of service with the City. Sandi began her career with the City of Brockville in 1994 as a Financial Systems Analyst in the Operations Department. […]

New Specialized (Para) Transit Booking Platform Improves Rider Experience
Posted: Thursday September 10, 2026
Brockville, ON – September 10, 2026 – The City of Brockville is continuing to invest in accessible public transit services through the implementation of a new Specialized (Para) Transit Booking System. Approved as part of the City’s 2026 Capital Budget, the new platform centralizes and streamlines major aspects of Para Transit scheduling and operations while […]

Construction to Begin on John Taylor Park Development Project August 10
Posted: Friday August 07, 2026
The City of Brockville is pleased to announce that construction on the John Taylor Park Development Project is set to begin on August 10, 2026. Kehoe Construction has been awarded the contract and will be onsite to complete improvements to the existing park space located along the Brock Trail near St. Paul Street. Planned enhancements […]

Construction Notice: Reconstruction of Bartholomew Street
Posted: Friday July 31, 2026
The City of Brockville, Engineering Division, along with their contractor Len Corcoran Excavating, will begin the reconstruction of Bartholomew Street from King Street to James Street on Tuesday, August 4th, 2026. The work is expected to take a few months and should be completed by the end of October 2026. Please revisit this site for […]

Spring Deck Construction Reminder
Posted: Tuesday June 09, 2026
What Brockville Homeowners Need to Know Before They Build Spring is a popular time for outdoor projects, and deck construction is one of the most common projects requiring City approval. Before starting any work, homeowners are reminded that zoning compliance and a building permit are required for most deck projects in the City of Brockville. […]

Statement from the City of Brockville: Brockville Public Library Investigation
Posted: Tuesday March 31, 2026
On March 30, 2026, Brockville Police Service charged a former Brockville Public Library CEO for matters dating back to 2023 and 2024. The City of Brockville initiated an internal investigation at the Library in December 2024. In June 2025, the Brockville Police Service began its own investigation. Information gained from the internal investigation was provided […]

Memorial Centre Roof Renovation Underway as Part of MURF Project
Posted: Friday February 13, 2026
Stay updated on project progress over on the Memorial Centre roof project landing page. The City of Brockville is excited to be taking an important and much needed step forward in the Multi-Use Recreation Facility (MURF) project. Prefer to watch? View the full project update from Travis Raison here. The current roof at the Memorial […]

City of Brockville Receives Provincial Funding for Critical Wastewater Infrastructure
Posted: Thursday January 29, 2026
Brockville, ON – January 29, 2026 — The City of Brockville will receive $24.6 million in provincial funding to support the replacement of the Centeen Park Main Pumping Station, a long-planned upgrade to one of the City’s most critical pieces of wastewater infrastructure. The funding was announced by Steve Clark, MPP for Leeds–Grenville–Thousand Islands and […]
Announcements:

PA Day Public Skate, Monday October 26
Posted: Friday October 23, 2026
The City of Brockville invites residents to enjoy a special PA Day public skate at the Memorial Centre on Monday, October 26, 2026. The public skate will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 12:50 p.m., providing families and students with an opportunity to get active and enjoy time on the ice during the school break. […]

2026 Election Voter Turnout Update – October 23, 2026
Posted: Friday October 23, 2026
As of 9:00 a.m. on October 23, 3,354 residents have cast their ballots in the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election, representing 16.6% of eligible voters. The voter turnout update below compares participation in the 2026 election with previous elections and will be updated throughout the voting period. View the Voter Turnout Update. There’s still […]

Reynolds Park Pavilion Breaks Ground, Honouring Former Mayor
Posted: Friday October 09, 2026
Brockville, ON – October 9, 2026 – The City of Brockville officially marked the beginning of construction on the Reynolds Park Pavilion and Boardwalk Project today, announcing that the new waterfront structure will be named the Ben TeKamp Pavilion in honour of former Mayor Ben TeKamp. Mayor Matthew Wren was joined by members of Council, […]

Reynolds Park Pavilion Construction Begins This Week
Posted: Monday October 05, 2026
Construction is set to begin this week on the Reynolds Park Pavilion project. As work gets underway, the Reynolds Park parking lot will be closed to the public and used by Kehoe Construction as a staging area. The section of the Brock Trail that passes through Reynolds Park will also be closed for the duration […]

Indoor Public Skating 2026/2027
Posted: Thursday October 01, 2026
Get ready to lace up your skates! Our indoor public and adult skating schedule is here, and it’s the perfect way to stay active and have fun all season long! Whether you’re gliding onto the ice with friends and family during public skating times or enjoying a more relaxed, social atmosphere at adult skating, there […]

Indoor Public Skating Schedule 2026/2027
Posted: Thursday October 01, 2026
Get ready to lace up your skates! Our indoor public and adult skating schedule is here, and it’s the perfect way to stay active and have fun all season long! Whether you’re gliding onto the ice with family and friends during public skate times or enjoying a more relaxed, social atmosphere at adult skate, there’s […]

City Manager Sandra MacDonald Announces Retirement After 32 Years
Posted: Monday September 21, 2026
Brockville, ON – Monday, September 21, 2026 – The City of Brockville announces the upcoming retirement of City Manager Sandra MacDonald, effective March 31, 2027, following more than 32 years of service with the City. Sandi began her career with the City of Brockville in 1994 as a Financial Systems Analyst in the Operations Department. […]

New Specialized (Para) Transit Booking Platform Improves Rider Experience
Posted: Thursday September 10, 2026
Brockville, ON – September 10, 2026 – The City of Brockville is continuing to invest in accessible public transit services through the implementation of a new Specialized (Para) Transit Booking System. Approved as part of the City’s 2026 Capital Budget, the new platform centralizes and streamlines major aspects of Para Transit scheduling and operations while […]

Brockville Residents Invited to Design Official “I Voted” Sticker
Posted: Friday August 28, 2026
Brockville, ON – August 28, 2026 – The City of Brockville is inviting residents to play a creative role in the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election through the launch of Brockville’s “I Voted” Sticker Contest. The contest challenges residents to create an original sticker design that celebrates voting, civic engagement, community pride, and what […]

Construction to Begin on John Taylor Park Development Project August 10
Posted: Friday August 07, 2026
The City of Brockville is pleased to announce that construction on the John Taylor Park Development Project is set to begin on August 10, 2026. Kehoe Construction has been awarded the contract and will be onsite to complete improvements to the existing park space located along the Brock Trail near St. Paul Street. Planned enhancements […]

Construction Notice: Reconstruction of Bartholomew Street
Posted: Friday July 31, 2026
The City of Brockville, Engineering Division, along with their contractor Len Corcoran Excavating, will begin the reconstruction of Bartholomew Street from King Street to James Street on Tuesday, August 4th, 2026. The work is expected to take a few months and should be completed by the end of October 2026. What is being done? The […]

Public Washroom Now Open in the North End of Brockville
Posted: Wednesday June 17, 2026
Parks staff, in partnership with Brockville Soccer, are pleased to provide additional public access to a washroom facility in the north end of Brockville. Located on the west side of the Rotary Field House (near Field M1 and the toboggan hill), the washroom is now open for public use seven days a week from 8:00 […]
Other City News and Updates
For additional items of interest, please check out our other news categories:
- Announcements
- Business News
- Building and Planning most requested information
- Building Announcements for our building and development community
- Planning Notices and Upcoming Public Meetings
Twitter Update
Please note that Twitter will no longer be used as the primary means of communication in the case of an emergency. In an emergency, official information will be shared on our Emergency Services page.

