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Fenelon Falls’ Summer Kickoff Party is back!
This year, Moonlight Madness is on Saturday, June 27th, from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. There’s an incredible lineup of businesses participating this year; find the full list here:
City celebrates accessibility champions during National AccessAbility Week
Outstanding individuals, businesses, organizations, youth and community leaders in Kawartha Lakes were recognized at the 18th Accessibility Awareness Recognition Awards on June 2.
Smile Cookie campaign results in sweet success for KLFS and RMH
To everyone who bought a Smile Cookie at a Tim Hortons restaurant in Lindsay between April 27 and May 3, thank you! The Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) Foundation and Kawartha Lakes Food Source (KLFS) think you’re one smart cookie!
Hydro One plans a significant power outage for June 14, 2026
Impacted communities include (but are not limited to):
Bobcaygeon
Dunsford
Fenelon Falls
Lindsay
Spring curbside leaf and yard collection is back
Spring curbside leaf and yard waste collection returns this June. Please place leaf and yard materials in dry paper bags at your curb before 7 a.m. on your designated date.
And the winners are…
Soroptimist International of Kawartha Lakes put smiles on the faces of four people when the winning tickets were drawn for the Soroptimist Spring Raffle.
XACT Kawartha Sun Run Returns
On Sunday, June 14th, about 800 runners will gather at Garnet Graham Beach Park for the second annual XACT Kawartha Sun Run, choosing from a half marathon, 10K, or 5K route along the Victoria Rail Trail.
Kawartha Lakes launches Indigenous Reconciliation Strategy to strengthen relationships and action across municipal work
This community-informed initiative is designed to strengthen relationships with Indigenous Nations, organizations, and residents, while including reconciliation in daily municipal practices.
Soroptimist awards $4,000 to help 3 women with their educational goals
Members of Soroptimist International of Kawartha Lakes got a head start on celebrating Mother’s Day by presenting $4,000 to three local moms to invest in their education and help them create a better life for themselves and their families.
Municipal Election and School Board Trustee nominations open May 1
Packages with all required forms for nomination are available for pick up in the Clerk’s Office, located at City Hall, 26 Francis Street in Lindsay.
Improving Kawartha Lakes
Kawartha Community Foundation's Vital Signs report will be discussed at the Fenelon Falls Seniors Club. The report is the result of a year-long analysis of data and qualitative input involving many individuals and organizations.
Lakelands Public Health Encourages Social Connections During Mental Health Week
To support this, Lakelands Public Health is launching Connection Corner Displays in partnership with 18 library branches across the County of Haliburton, the City of Kawartha Lakes, and Northumberland County.
The People in Our Neighbourhood are Jumping In For Good!
This May 2nd, Vicki Taylor (The Riverside in Norland) and Kim Elrick (Kawartha Waterfront Realty) are jumping into the lake for an amazing cause for our community.
Celebrate Earth Week 2026 in Kawartha Lakes
Taking care of the environment is important to everyone in Kawartha Lakes. Protecting our lakes and rivers, using resources wisely, and reducing waste are things we can all do to help.
‘That’s a Wrap’ Public Art program returns to Kawartha Lakes
The City of Kawartha Lakes is inviting local artists to take part in the 2026 ‘That’s a Wrap’ Traffic Control Box art program.
Kawartha Lakes to Receive Funding from Ontario for Ice Storm Recovery
The Ontario government has announced that the City of Kawartha Lakes will receive $25,561,000 for ice storm assistance. The funding is part of Ontario’s $90 million Municipal Ice Storm Assistance program and will help cover clean-up and emergency response costs already incurred due to a severe winter weather event on March 28, 2025.
Kawartha Lakes encourages residents to Go Paperless for a chance to win
The City of Kawartha Lakes is encouraging residents to ‘Go Paperless’ and switch to paperless billing for property tax and utility accounts.
Residents Invited to Shape Future of Public Health at Local Town Halls
Input gathered during the town halls will help guide planning and future initiatives.
Create your own job with Summer Company
Calling all students who are 15 to 29 years old! What if this summer you didn’t just get a job… you created one?
Save the Date for the Kawartha Lakes Funders Forum
Organizations from Kawartha Lakes and surrounding areas are invited to attend the upcoming Kawartha Lakes Funders Forum to explore funding opportunities and connect directly with program representatives.