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Strathcona Cup 2023
The Fenelon Falls Curling Club had the great honour of being part of the 120th “Scots Tour to Canada – Strathcona Cup” on Sunday, January 22nd. This year fifteen teams (60 Scots) arrived to play 350 games all across Canada. Eighty five curling facilities and 1400 Canadian Curlers will get to play against the Scots.
Ask the Coach - Promotion Woes
This week, our coach Merrill Pierce, discusses what to do when the promotion you wanted makes you miserable.
Major Donation Brings Northumberland Backyard Project Closer to Reality
Efforts to create a fully accessible outdoor ‘backyard’ green space for treatment, recreation, cultural awareness, and education programs are a major step closer, thanks to the generosity of a local financial management services company.
Kawartha Lakes is Seeking Public Input via a Survey Regarding Short Term Rentals in the Municipality
In an effort to minimize the negative impacts of Short Term Rentals on residents, and to support the positive economic impacts on residents and the municipality, Council asked staff to continue monitoring complaints during summer of 2022 and bring a report to Council by March 31, 2023. Along with the complaints and feedback that the municipality continues to receive and track, Kawartha Lakes is seeking broader public input in the form of a survey.
Victoria County Studio Tour: Call for Entries
Online applications are now being accepted for those wishing to become a member of the 38th Annual Victoria County Studio Tour, Kawartha Lakes. The Tour takes place September 23, 24, 30 and October 1, 2023.
Tourism Ambassadors, Then + Now: Hannah Gray
Over the years the Chamber of Commerce Tourism Office has been home to a number of fantastic summer students. The role of the summer students is so important we created the Tourism Ambassador program to make the most of their talents as they showcase our community, so we wanted to launch a new Town Crier feature where we catch up with our former students. Here’s our first student article from Hannah Gray.
Our New Local Business: Movementality
Our goal at the clinic is to contribute to the overall health and well-being of the Fenelon Falls community. We believe that by promoting proactive and healthy lifestyles, we can help reduce the demand for medical services in the Kawarthas region. We are inspired to support the community in building a happy, active, and health-conscious environment.
Spotlight Kawartha - Dec 26th
In Spotlight Kawartha’s Episode 9 (original airdate December 26, 2022), we celebrate the holidays by visiting Santa Day in Fenelon Falls, the City of Kawartha Lakes Library shares a Christmas Craft, and we have a carolling lesson from Curve Lake First Nation.
Fenelon Falls Chamber of Commerce’s Annual General Meeting
As the FFDCC Board of Directors was planning for the New Year, we thought a fun night out would be the perfect way to chase away the January blues. We invite you join us for dinner, drinks and BINGO at the Fenelon Falls Legion on Saturday, January 28th. We'll also squeeze in a little business as you vote in the 2023 Directors, review the 2022 Chamber financials and celebrate the year's accomplishments.
Missing Children Society of Canada Introduces Council to the Child Search Network & MCSC Rescu App
In the Committee of the Whole meeting on January 10, 2023, Council received a presentation by Kawartha Lakes Police Services (KLPS) Chief Mark Mitchell, Detachment Commander for the City of Kawartha Lakes OPP Tim Tatchell, and Missing Children's Society of Canada’s (MCSC) CEO Amanda Pick. Following the tragic drowning of Draven Graham in June 2022, Kawartha Lakes OPP and KLPS have worked closely with stakeholders to adopt a new way to help find missing children faster.
Ask the Coach - Thinking Beyond Traditional Resolutions
This week, our coach Merrill Pierce, discusses how to think beyond a traditional resolution and how to prepare for 2023!
Beth Woodcock's Osteopathy
A new Osteopathic clinic has opened at 20 May St. In Fenelon Falls. Meet the osteopath, Beth, and hear all about osteopathy!
Community Care Hosting Volunteer Fairs
Community Care will be hosting two Volunteer Fairs in January and February, and all are welcome to attend. We currently have an urgent need for volunteers to help with packing and delivering boxes for our Good Food Box program. Come learn about some of the many volunteer positions we have and how to get involved!
New Electronic Billing Service Option for Property Tax and Utility Bills
Kawartha Lakes residents now have the choice to opt in to a new service called Payreq to electronically receive property tax and utility bills. Payreq provides a personal and secure digital mailbox to easily receive and store bills.
Passport to Christmas: Winners and Wrap-up
On behalf of the 36 participating Passport to Christmas (P2C) businesses, the Fenelon Falls Chamber of Commerce wants to say a huge thank you to everyone who filled out a passport.
The Grove Theatre Receives 2x Donation Match for Triple the Fundraising Impact
The Grove Theatre’s fundraising campaign is in full swing and has received a major boost from the generous support of Friends of The Grove, who have pledged a 2x donation match.
Ask the Coach - How Do We Build a Life as Empty Nesters?
This week, our coach Merrill Pierce, discusses how newly empty nesters can adjust to life without their flock.
The Town Crier's Year-End Photo Wrap-up!
We love seeing your photos of Fenelon Falls, and we want to celebrate your favourite photos of the year in a special photo-only edition of the Town Crier! We’re going to run this edition in late January 2023, so you have until Jan 15th to submit your favourite photos from 2022.
Winter Kawartha Lakes Community Guide
Winter is the perfect time to try a new class, learn a new skill, or consider becoming a Membership holder. The exciting line up of programs has everything to get you resolution ready and keep you active throughout the winter months.
Free Community Holiday Turkey Dinner
Join ‘FEEDING FENELON’ on December 25th from 4 pm - 8 pm for a FREE community holiday turkey dinner, hosted by ‘LOTUS INDIAN BISTRO’! All are welcome!