News

The Township of Wilmot is pleased to announce that, following a unanimous vote by Council, Jeff Willmer has been appointed as the new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). His contract will run through February 2027, providing experienced and stable leadership as Wilmot navigates a critical period of transformation.

The Township of Wilmot is preparing a new Official Plan to guide development throughout its rural and urban communities until 2051. 

Brewery St. in Baden will be closed between Louisa St. and Village Green Way starting at 7:00 am on Tuesday, August 5 to accommodate a culvert replacement.

The closure is expected to last approximately two weeks, weather permitting.

Registration for Township of Wilmot aquatic and recreation programs is opening early this fall! Registration will now open in August because the Township is offering two Learn to Swim sessions instead of one.

Baden, ON — The Township of Wilmot is pleased to announce that the Ontario Ministry of Sport will provide up to $379,650 in funding through the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund to support critical upgrades to the Wilmot Recreation Complex (WRC). 

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.

Today, a set of recommendations for the future of Wilmot's Prime Ministers Path project has been released. 

Rescheduled event planned for April 26, 2025 After being cancelled in February due to inclement weather, Wilmot’s annual Heritage Day has a new date. 

After three months of deliberations, Wilmot Township Council has approved the 2025 Operating and Capital Budget, prioritizing essential municipal services, infrastructure maintenance, and long-term financial sustainability. 

On February 20, 2025, the municipalities of Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo, Wellesley, Wilmot, Woolwich, and the Region of Waterloo launched a new and improved version of the EngageWR platform. This interactive website provides community members a more accessible way for engaging with local government projects and initiatives.