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With less than a month until the event, the Township of Wilmot and Wilmot Canada Day Task Force are thrilled to share the schedule for this year’s Canada Day celebrations.
The event will begin at 7:00 a.m. in Norm Hill Park in New Hamburg with an Indigenous Sunrise Ceremony, led by Crow Shield Lodge.
Opening ceremonies will follow at 1:00 p.m., with the singing of our national anthem, a Colour Guard led by the New Hamburg Legion, and cake served by members of Township...
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Wilmot Township Council has approved a new policy that will exempt property taxes on newly built affordable housing units, marking a significant step in the Township’s efforts to address housing affordability for residents.
This policy offers a 20-year property tax exemption for affordable housing projects led by non-profit and cooperative housing providers. It aligns with the Region of Waterloo’s existing property tax exemption framework and supports the provincial...
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Today, a set of recommendations for the future of Wilmot’s Prime Ministers Path project has been released.
The recommendations are the result of a seven-month public engagement process designed to reopen the conversation around the project in an inclusive and community-focused way.
Feedback was gathered through a variety of in-person and virtual formats, including community gatherings, tea circles, online surveys, emails and social media. Local Indigenous communities...
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New venue will enhance parking options and accessibility
The Township of Wilmot, along with members of the Wilmot Canada Day Task Force are excited to unveil plans for the community’s 2025 Canada Day celebrations.
This year’s event will take place on Tuesday, July 1 at a brand-new location – Norm Hill Park. Located at 251 Jacob St. in New Hamburg, the space provides better parking and greater accessibility.
Admission is free to this family-friendly...
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Wilmot residents can register for a free tree starting April 1
The Township of Wilmot is giving residents a chance to support local reforestation efforts this spring. Starting at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, Wilmot residents can register to receive a free tree through the Wilmot Roots program.
Now in its third year, this tree giveaway initiative is made possible through donations from Enova Power Corporation and support from Let’s Tree Wilmot volunteers....
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