Media Releases

A local non-profit group is growing Wilmot’s tree canopy with support from federal, municipal, and community funding. Let’s Tree Wilmot, a project of Garden Wilmot, recently received $67,240 from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to support ongoing tree planting projects.

The Township of Wilmot is now accepting applications for participation in a Community Steering Committee to guide the next phase of the Prime Ministers Path project.

The award-winning Taste the Countryside initiative returns for its fifth year, celebrating local food, community, and culinary creativity across North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot, and Woolwich Townships. 

Mayor Natasha Salonen, along with Councillors Stewart Cressman and Steve Martin, represented Wilmot Township at this year's Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference in Ottawa. The four-day convention brought together municipal and provincial leaders from across Ontario to discuss local priorities and strengthen partnerships.

In response to recent rainfall, the Townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich are lifting the open burn ban that has been in place since August 7.

Each year, the Township of Wilmot shines a spotlight on Wilmot residents who have made outstanding contributions to the community. The following three individuals received the most votes from the community for their contributions in the categories of Community Service, Culture and Seniors.

Following a comprehensive and community-led engagement process, Wilmot Township Council has made a unanimous decision regarding the future of the Prime Ministers Path. 

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. 

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.