Significant Weather Event Declaration

Significant Weather Event Declaration Notice

Pursuant to O. Reg. 239/02, as amended

December 29, 2025 at 1500 Hours (3:00 p.m.) 

The Township of East Garafraxa Public Works (Roads) Department Declares a Significant Weather Event due to sustained wind speeds causing reduction in visibility from blowing snow (whiteouts), snow accumulation, and ice formation on the roadways.

Unnecessary travel is not recommended.

This declaration is made as it relates to O. Reg. 239/02, as amended: Ontario’s Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways. The Township reminds drivers to exercise caution when using Township Roads and, as always, to drive according to the road and weather conditions. The Township will issue public notice when this significant weather event has ended.

*Please note that the Township of East Garafraxa may pause snow control operations during this time should the conditions warrant. *

Please visit: Municipal511.ca for road conditions.

 

Please monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada Weather Information - Environment Canada

Township Official Plan Review - Notice of Open House and Public Meeting

Official Plan Review

The Township is currently undertaking an Official Plan Review. An Introductory Workshop was held on September 17, 2025.

A Notice has been issued for the upcoming Open House and Public Meeting:

  • Open House: Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.

  • Public Meeting: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

Both meetings will be held at the Township Administration Office (065371 Dufferin County Road 3, Unit 2, East Garafraxa, ON L9W 7J8), with a remote/virtual participation option available.

The Draft Official Plan (December 2025) is available for review. Please visit the Township's Official Plan and Official Plan Review page.

The Open House Agenda Package is now available on the Township's Official Plan and Official Plan Review page.

Joint Regional Transit Study

By Township of East Garafraxa - Jan 07, 2026

The counties of Bruce, Dufferin, Grey and Wellington, together with Saugeen Mobility and Regional Transit, are inviting residents to share their transportation needs and priorities as part of a joint Regional Transit Study.

Learn more about the Study at a Public Open House on Saturday, January 10 from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm at Alder Recreation Centre.

Chat about how you currently get around, what's important to you in terms of transit and your thoughts on current transit options at the Orangeville Farmers' Market this Saturday, January 10, from 9 to 11 am.

You can also get involved here: https://ow.ly/UBFh50XNLgR

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Township of East Garafraxa
065371 Dufferin County Road 3, Unit 2
East Garafraxa, ON L9W 7J8

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Telephone: 226-259-9400
Toll Free: 877-868-5967
Fax: 226-212-9812

Office Hours:
Monday to Friday - 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
*excluding holidays*