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Affordable Housing Waiting List Offers Rental Units Below Average Rent
If you earn a moderate income and find it difficult to afford a rental home, you may be eligible to join the Kawartha Lakes - Haliburton County Affordable Housing Waiting List.
New Heart Failure Program Brings Coordinated Care Closer to Home
Residents of Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County living with heart failure now have access to a newly launched, locally coordinated program designed to keep them healthier and closer to home.
Social Sustainability Fund Surpasses $100,000 in Community Investment with $67,500 Awarded in 2026
Since its launch, the fund has supported 23 community projects—from emergency food and housing supports to youth mental health, mentorship, newcomer inclusion and community connection. This growing investment reflects a shared commitment to building a Kawartha Lakes where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Lakelands Public Health and Community Partners Offer Reduced-Cost Rabies Clinic
Regional clinics are set up to support animal health, ensuring pets remain protected.
Fenelon Falls Community Impact Tribute: Carol Cole-Milroy
Celebrating Carol Cole-Milroy's Community Leadership, Volunteer Spirit, and Lasting Legacy.
Join Ivy Forest at the Grand Opening of their Romance Bookstore & Flowershop!
Love is blooming, and we’re opening our doors at 10 Colborne Street!
Kawartha Lakes Arts Council launches Creative Futures Grant program to support local artists
The program will provide two $500 grants to artists at different stages of their creative journeys.
2026 Candlelight Service November 10 and Remembrance Day Service November 11
The service is to remember and commemorate any veteran from any of the wars and missions our servicemen have been involved in.
Fenelon Falls After School Youth Program Reopening
With students settling into a new school year, The Loft Youth Centre in Fenelon Falls is welcoming youth back for another year of connection, programs, and opportunities.
Brouhaha III is a Pop-Up neighbourhood Happy Hour in Fenelon Falls!
This one is all for knot…Do you know any good knots? Come show us how it’s done or learn from someone else.
Fenelon Falls Seniors’ Club Granted SALC Status
The Right Honourable Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility, joined local M.P.P. Laurie Scott to make the announcement.
Annual bridge washing scheduled for September 15 in Fenelon Falls
Due to higher traffic volumes in Fenelon Falls, the City is providing advance notice of bridge washing.
Walmart announces new Supercentre coming to Lindsay, Kawartha Lakes
Walmart Canada has announced plans to open a new Supercentre in Lindsay, marking a major milestone in the community’s continued growth.
What to do this Labour Day Long Weekend in Fenelon Falls
It’s that time of year again; the end of summer feels like it comes around faster each year. Luckily, there’s one final long weekend of the season to make sure you end summer on a high note, and there’ll be no better place to be than Fenelon Falls!
Kawartha Lakes Medical Society Award For 1st Year Medical Student
The Kawartha Lakes Medical Society (KLMS), a branch of the Ontario Medical Association, is pleased to announce the recipient of its First-Year Medical Student Award: Liam McAlister of Minden.
Step Inside Local History at Doors Open 2026
Every other year, Doors Open gives residents and visitors a chance to explore some of the places that make Kawartha Lakes unique.
Young entrepreneurs wrap up a successful summer with the 2026 Summer Company program
The Kawartha Lakes Small Business Centre (KLSBC) is celebrating another successful year of the Summer Company program. Six outstanding young entrepreneurs spent the summer building businesses, serving customers, and gaining valuable real-world experience.
Kawartha Lakes recognizes 2025 Bee a Hero and Environmental Hero Award winners
Congratulations to Kawartha Lakes residents, community groups, businesses and students who are making a positive difference for the local environment.
Saying Goodbye to our 2026 Tourism Team
With summer sadly coming to an end, it’s time for our Tourism Ambassador Team to say goodbye as they return to school. Before they departed, we asked them to share their favourite memories from the season, what they love most about the community, and their best local recommendations!
Mosquito Traps in Lindsay Tested Positive for West Nile Virus
Residents reminded to protect themselves against mosquito bites by eliminating breeding sites.