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NORTH GRENVILLE, ONTARIO - Recognizing North Grenville's commitment to data-driven decision-making, the Municipality has received its second consecutive Platinum Certification from the World Council on City Data (WCCD) for implementing ISO 37120 – the first international standard for city data. North Grenville joins a network of over 30 Canadian and 100 municipalities globally within the WCCD network that collect, share and use data to make effective and transformative decisions. This Platinum Certification is the highest level of recognition by the WCCD and underlines the Municipality's commitment to high-calibre, globally standardized and independently verified city data.
By Mayor Nancy Peckford - Submitted to the North Grenville Times
My maternal grandmother was a remarkable woman. Born into an impoverished fishing family on the southwest coast of NFLD, she had seen her fair share of hunger and hardship. Very occasionally, she would tell us about times when her family had absolutely nothing to eat. Despite living in a close knit community, they would endure that hunger in silence, out of shame.
NORTH GRENVILLE, ON – The Municipality of North Grenville celebrates International Women’s Day on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, a day to recognize gender equality and improve the lives of all women and girls (trans and cis) through cultural, legal, economic, and social change.
NORTH GRENVILLE, ON – Council adopted the 2023 Budget earlier this week with an emphasis on affordability during trying economic times alongside strategic long-term investments as we emerge from the pandemic, contend with high inflation and manage supply and contractor issues.
NORTH GRENVILLE, ON – Wednesday, February 22nd marks Pink Shirt Day in Canada – a day to raise awareness about bullying and exclusion as we aim to foster children’s healthy self-esteem in our community by promoting kindness, acceptance and inclusion.
“Everyone has a right to be treated with respect and to feel safe. Pink Shirt Day is a day we can celebrate and promote kindness, diversity and inclusion,” emphasized Mayor Nancy Peckford.
A Road Safety Message from the North Grenville Police Services Board
NORTH GRENVILLE, ON – The North Grenville Road Safety Committee is reminding all road users that everyone has a role to play when it comes to staying safe on our roads. During the winter months when there is less daylight, drivers are reminded to be aware of pedestrians and pedestrians are urged to be extra careful, particularly on the rural roads.
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NORTH GRENVILLE, ON – The Municipality of North Grenville is inviting community members to help develop North Grenville’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy.
“The Municipality is committed to strengthening its commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. The creation of and EDI Strategy is an important step in ensuring North Grenville is a vibrant, safe, and welcoming community,” emphasized Mayor Nancy Peckford.
NORTH GRENVILLE, ON – North Grenville Municipal flags have been lowered to honour former Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion, who died at the age of 101.
“Hurricane” Hazel McCallion served as the iconic Mayor of Mississauga for 36 years, from 1978 to 2014.
NORTH GRENVILLE, ON – North Grenville’s Council has declared February 13, 2022, Wear Red Day for the Municipality of North Grenville.
Organized by the Canadian Women's Heart Health Alliance, Wear Red Canada Day is celebrated annually across Canada on February 13th to raise awareness about women's cardiovascular health.
Municipality of North Grenville Releases Draft Budget 2023 and Public Consultation Dates
NORTH GRENVILLE, ON – North Grenville’s municipal staff presented the Draft 2023 Municipal Budget to Council on Thursday, February 9, 2023.
Building on the Municipality’s established record of fiscal responsibility, the draft 2023 Budget represents a prudent approach to affordability during trying economic times with the lingering recovery of the pandemic, high inflation, external resource pressures, and supply issues.
