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Mayor's Statement March 11, 2021

Today is the National Day of Observance for COVID-19’s victims. Exactly one year ago, the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic. In that moment, our daily lives immediately turned upside down.

Over the past year, 22,000 Canadians have died from the virus, and on the Eastern Ontario Health Unit’s territory, 68 of our fellow citizens have lost their lives.  COVID-19 has infected more than 864,000 Canadians...

Reopening of Municipal Outdoor Amenities

Clarence-Rockland – May 21, 2021, 2021 – Further to the province’s announcement to reopen outdoor recreational amenities, the Eastern Ontario Health Unit has provided guidance to the City of Clarence-Rockland.As such, the following outdoor park amenities will be open on Saturday, May 22, 2021:

• Boat launches
• Tennis courts
• Baseball, football and soccer fields
• Skateparks
• Outdoor fitness equipment
• Splash pads

All other public health and safety measures under the province-wide emergency brake will remain...

Clarence-Rockland Festival Expands with Summer Spirits Partnership

This year's Clarence-Rockland Festival is set to be the most exciting yet, with a new partnership that promises to extend the festivities at Parc Simon. For the first time, the festival is collaborating with Summer Spirits to offer an additional day of bourbon, beer, and BBQ delights.

The added day will feature:

• A selection of fine bourbon and beer from renowned vendors.
• Crafted cocktails and authentic BBQ cuisine.
• Live music to entertain attendees throughout the day and night.
• Family-friendly...

FoodCycler Pilot Program

Introducing your FoodCycler Pilot Program, proudly launched by the City of Clarence-Rockland. This innovative program marks the beginning of our city’s organics diversion initiative.

In partnership with Food Cycle Science Corporation, residents of Clarence-Rockland will have the opportunity to pilot an on-site food waste diversion solution that will reduce food waste at the source, limiting what is heading to our landfill. The city will be offering 500 subsidized FoodCycler™ machines.

Available...

Notice of EA Public Consultation Centre

Public Consultation InformationDate: Thursday June 15, 2023Time: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.Location: Optimist Hall, 1535 Du Parc Avenue, Rockland, ON K4K 1C3

The City of Clarence-Rockland is continuing its work on the environmental assessment needed to address the future requirements of the St-Jean Street/Poupart Road corridor. The corridor presently serves as a primary route that accommodates both local and regional community traffic.  

The Public Consultation Centre will present the various...