The Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh recognizes and honours the achievements and contributions of community volunteers. These prestigious awards express Council’s appreciation of the many individuals and community groups who work to enhance the quality of life in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh.
The Canadian Armed Forces are coming to the area for a training exercise May 3 - 5. Headquartered in Blyth, the will be using the local community centre, campground and ball diamonds, along with the Wescast Community Complex in Wingham. Equipment will begin arriving in late April and the exercise will involve other Huron and Bruce County communities as well.
Read the 2023 Summer/Fall Newsletter here!
The precautionary boil water notice for the Huron Sands Water System has been lifted.
The Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh is conducting a survey about Short-Term Rentals. Our goal is to gain an in-depth understanding of the Short-Term Rental market and the challenges and opportunities it presents.
Due to no pending applications under the Planning Act that require a Public Meeting the Council Meeting- Planning scheduled for Tuesday, March 12 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled.
The precautionary boil water notice for the Dungannon Water System has been lifted.
Due to system maintenance you may have water interruptions between 8 am - 12 pm on Tuesday, February 20th. Please set aside water for use during this time. Once water is restored a Precautionary Boil Water Notice will be in place. The Notice will be lifted once samples taken have been cleared.
The February 2024 Council Meeting Monthly Highlights are now available!
The January 2024 Council Meeting Monthly Highlights are now available!
The November 2023 Council Meeting Monthly Highlights are now available!
Read the 2024 Winter/Spring Newsletter here!
Due to no pending applications under the Planning Act that require a Public Meeting the Council Meeting- Planning scheduled for Tuesday, February 20 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled.
Did you know you can text the Municipal Office? No need to call or email, you can simply use the 'Text Us!' widget on the homepage of our website and you will receive a response from one of our employees directly to your mobile device.
NOTICE: Due to inclement weather Waste Management was unable to complete portions of their route on Monday, January 15th.
For all those who were missed on Monday, January 15th, pickup has been rescheduled to Monday, January 22nd.
If you would like more information please contact Waste Management at 1-888-730-3344.
The Township purchased 500 trees from the MVCA to be distributed to landowners. This year we will use a lottery draw system to determine who will receive trees, for more information and to sign-up for the program please visit: https://acwtownship.ca/government/projects-initiatives/2024-tree-program
Residents located in Area 2 and Area 3 south of Nile Road: please be advised that due to the statutory holiday on Monday, December 25, 2023 your waste & recycling pick-up will take place on Saturday, December 23, 2023.
Residents located in Area 1 and Area 3 north of Nile Road: please be advised that due to the statutory holiday on Monday, January 1, 2024 your waste & recycling pick-up will take place on Saturday, December 30, 2023.
On Wednesday, MPP Lisa Thompson officially congratulated officials with the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh on the work done at Ashfield Park as a result of receiving a $150,000 Capital grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). The Township put the funds from it’s 2022 Capital grant to work, ensuring that the washroom facilities at Ashfield Park were upgraded and are now accessible to people of all abilities.
The Township of has initiated a review of its Zoning By-law. Any changes approved would apply across the Township as a whole. Following the hosting of open houses, a public meeting in which the Zoning By-law Amendment may be considered will be held on Thursday, February 15th 2024 at 7:00pm in the Township Council Chambers, 82133 Council Line, RR5 Goderich.
To view the existing Zoning By-law and review the draft amendment, please visit the ACW website at: https://acwtownship.ca/government/projects-initiatives/zoning-by-law-update
The Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh recognizes and honours the achievements and contributions of community volunteers. These prestigious awards express Council’s appreciation of the many individuals and community groups who work to enhance the quality of life in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh. We invite you to submit nominations for those individuals or groups that have made a significant contribution to our community.
The precautionary boil water notice for the Dungannon Water System has been lifted.
Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) and Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) are cautioning that shoreline bluffs continue to be at a high risk of collapse. They advise the public to continue to be cautious near these shoreline areas.
St Helens Community Hall Board is hosting a Valentine's Day Roast Beef Dinner fundraiser on February 14, 2024. Advance tickets only. Proceeds go towards the St Helens hall projects. For tickets please call Barb at 519-528-2279 or Kathy at 519-528-3717
