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
Administration Office Holiday Closure
Administration Office Holiday Closure
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.
The Township is currently in the process of the Official Plan Review. For more information visit our Official Plan and Official Plan Review page.
Contact Us
Township of East Garafraxa
065371 Dufferin County Road 3, Unit 2
East Garafraxa, ON L9W 7J8
Email Us
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*
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