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Midland proclaims International Overdose Awareness Day

Whereas; August 31, 2024 is International Overdose Awareness Day, the world’s largest campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind; and

Whereas; Today stands as a time to acknowledge the profound grief felt by families and friends whose loved ones have died or suffered permanent injury from a drug overdose; and

Whereas; The goal of International Overdose Awareness Day is to build a safe environment for...

Notice of Public Meeting (September 25, 2024) - Planning

The Corporation of the Town of Midland Planning Department will hold a hybrid (virtual and in-person) Public Meeting on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 starting at 6:00pm. 

View the official notice here. 

This proposed Housekeeping Zoning By-law Amendment applies to all lands within the Town of Midland. 

The Town initiated Zoning By-law Housekeeping Exercise is to improve the day-to-day use and application of the Zoning By-law. The housekeeping exercise proposes to make the following changes:

Update

Midland raises flag for International Overdose Awareness Day

Today members of the community gathered with staff, Mayor Gordon, and representatives from the Midland Fire Department to acknowledge International Overdose Awareness Day, which takes place annual on August 31. Join together to raise awareness, address the stigma surrounding addiction and remember those we have lost to drug toxicity. Together, we can make a difference.

Today, we gather here to commemorate a day of great significance - International Overdose Awareness Day. Every year on August 31...

Temporary Road Closure - Dominion Ave

Where: Section of Dominion Avenue will be closed, from Eighth Street to Seventh Street.

When: Friday, August 30, 2024 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. 

Detour Suggestion: Use Hugel Avenue or Bay Street. Open to local traffic only.

Why: Infrastructure Announcement

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Boil Water Advisory for Midland Rescinded (lifted) by Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit

The Boil Water Advisory issued for the East Pressure Zone of Midland on August 26, 2024, has been lifted today (August 27, 2024) by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit. Laboratory test results have confirmed that the water is free from contamination and is safe to drink. Any facilities that were closed as a result of the advisory can now reopen after taking the necessary precautions. 

See the official Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit release, here.  

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