News & Announcements

Home > Town Hall > News & Announcements

Town Hall Menu

Aylmer in the Media

News & Notices

Recent Posts

Seasonal Parks Maintenance Students – Full Time, SeasonalMarch 10, 2026
Job Title: Seasonal Parks Maintenance Staff Job Location: Aylmer, ON Job Description: If you love working outdoors, here is an opportunity to join our Parks and Recreation Department to enhance the Town of Aylmer’s outdoor spaces and recreational facilities. Reporting to the Manager of Parks and Recreation, this position provides ongoing maintenance of parks systems… Continue reading Seasonal Parks Maintenance Students – Full Time, Seasonal
Notice of Public Hearing – A01-26 – 202 Fath Ave, AylmerMarch 10, 2026
Ontario Ministry of Transportation Notice of Study Commencement: Highway 3 from St. Thomas to AylmerMarch 9, 2026
Ontario Ministry of Transportation Notice of Study Commencement: Highway 3 from St. Thomas to Aylmer The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained Stantec Consulting Ltd. to undertake a Planning, Preliminary Design, and Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study for Highway 3 from St. Thomas to Aylmer, in Elgin County. This study will include reviewing… Continue reading Ontario Ministry of Transportation Notice of Study Commencement: Highway 3 from St. Thomas to Aylmer
Notice Of Adopted Amendment To Municipal Heritage Designation By-Law – 74 And 76 King StreetMarch 9, 2026
TAKE NOTICE that Council of the Town of Aylmer adopted By-law 02-26 on March 4, 2026, being a by-law to amend Municipal Heritage Designation By-law 18-83, at its regular Council meeting held on that date. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Municipally known as: 76 King Street, and 74 King Street, Aylmer, ON Legal Address: LOT 5 N/S PINE… Continue reading Notice Of Adopted Amendment To Municipal Heritage Designation By-Law – 74 And 76 King Street
Town of Aylmer awarded $57,859.84 EASE Grant to Install Accessible Trailside Benches & Picnic Tables in Aylmer ParksMarch 4, 2026
Town of Aylmer awarded $57,859.84 EASE Grant to Install Accessible Trailside Benches & Picnic Tables in Aylmer Parks March 3, 2026 Aylmer, Ontario – The Ontario Government, through the Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant 2025-2026, has awarded the Town of Aylmer $57,859.84 to support the purchase and installation of accessible trailside benches… Continue reading Town of Aylmer awarded $57,859.84 EASE Grant to Install Accessible Trailside Benches & Picnic Tables in Aylmer Parks
Public Notice: Amendment to User Fees and Charges By-LawFebruary 25, 2026
Take Notice that pursuant to Section 391 of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2011, the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Aylmer intends to consider a by-law to adopt an amendment to the User Fee By-Law for services provided by the municipality. The staff report to explain the proposed amendment to the by-law was included on… Continue reading Public Notice: Amendment to User Fees and Charges By-Law
In Memory of Former Mayor Bob HabkirkFebruary 23, 2026
In Memory of Former Mayor Bob Habkirk The Town of Aylmer is saddened to learn of the passing of former Mayor Bob Habkirk over the weekend. Bob Habkirk dedicated many years of service to the Aylmer community. He served as a Town Councillor from 1986–1988 and 1992–1994, and as Mayor for four terms: 1995–1997, 1998–2000,… Continue reading In Memory of Former Mayor Bob Habkirk
Development Activity Bi-Annual Update 2025February 19, 2026
Development Activity Bi-Annual Update 2025 The Building and Planning Departments of the Town of Aylmer have collaborated to prepare a report for Council that provides a development activity update for 2025. The report was presented at the February 18, 2026 Regular Meeting of Council. Summary of Building Department Activity Summary of Planning and Development Department… Continue reading Development Activity Bi-Annual Update 2025
Proclamations – February 2026February 12, 2026
Kin Canada Day of Kindness – February 21, 2026 & Kin Canada Week – February 15-21, 2026 WHEREAS Kin Canada has been a vibrant and responsible all-Canadian service organization devoted to serving communities across Canada since 1920; and, WHEREAS Kin Canada clubs and their members have demonstrated excellence, pride, integrity, inclusiveness, and compassion in their… Continue reading Proclamations – February 2026
Fundraising Campaign Reaches $292,000 in Pledged Support of Aylmer Library ProjectFebruary 9, 2026
The Town of Aylmer is pleased to announce that the community fundraising campaign in support of the Aylmer Library project has now reached $292,000 in community support to date. Mayor Couckuyt thanked the individuals and families who have contributed so far. “This level of early support shows how much our community values strong library services… Continue reading Fundraising Campaign Reaches $292,000 in Pledged Support of Aylmer Library Project
East Elgin Community Complex Board Meetings – February 11, 2026 7:00 p.m.February 5, 2026
Please find below the agenda links for the February 11, 2026 7:00 p.m., EECC Board and Special Board meeting. The meeting will be at 7:00 p.m. in the Blue Line Room within the East Elgin Community Complex. This meeting will be livestreamed on the Town of Aylmer YouTube channel. Regular Meeting: 20260211 – EECC Board… Continue reading East Elgin Community Complex Board Meetings – February 11, 2026 7:00 p.m.
Notice of Adoption & Passing – OPA03-25 & ZBA04-25 – 516 John St N, AylmerFebruary 5, 2026
Office Closure – Family DayFebruary 1, 2026
Town Hall will be closed Monday February 16, 2026 to observe Family Day. The office will reopen on Tuesday February 17, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. We wish all residents a safe and happy holiday!
Significant Weather Event Declared – January 27, 2026 9:40 AM – Ended January 28, 2026 2:10 PMJanuary 27, 2026
Town of Aylmer Declares a Significant Weather Event Update: January 28, 2026 2:10 pm The Significant Weather Event Declaration for the Town of Aylmer has now ended. The Town of Aylmer Works Department continues to monitor road and weather conditions to ensure public safety is maintained. Thank you to all residents for their patience during… Continue reading Significant Weather Event Declared – January 27, 2026 9:40 AM – Ended January 28, 2026 2:10 PM
Significant Weather Event Declared – January 25, 2026 2:41 PM – Ended January 26, 2026 8:49 AMJanuary 25, 2026
Update: January 26, 2026 8:49 am The Significant Weather Event Declaration for the Town of Aylmer has now ended. The Town of Aylmer Works Department continues to monitor road and weather conditions to ensure public safety is maintained. Thank you to all residents for their patience during this time. — At 2:41 pm, January 25,… Continue reading Significant Weather Event Declared – January 25, 2026 2:41 PM – Ended January 26, 2026 8:49 AM
Town of Aylmer Receives Funding through the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Health & Safety Water Stream Fund for Sanitary Lagoon Optimization – Phase 2January 22, 2026
Town of Aylmer Receives Funding through the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Health & Safety Water Stream Fund for Sanitary Lagoon Optimization – Phase 2 January 21, 2026 The Province of Ontario, through the MHIP-HSWS program, has awarded the Town of Aylmer $7,208,750 in funding to support phase 2 of its sanitary lagoon optimization project. The… Continue reading Town of Aylmer Receives Funding through the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Health & Safety Water Stream Fund for Sanitary Lagoon Optimization – Phase 2
Notice of Proposed Amendment to Municipal Heritage Designation By-Law – 74 and 76 King StreetJanuary 21, 2026
Notice of Proposed Amendment to Municipal Heritage Designation By-Law – 74 and 76 King Street Notice Date: January 21, 2026 TAKE NOTICE that Council of the Town of Aylmer proposed By-law 02-26 on January 15, 2026, being a by-law to amend Municipal Heritage Designation By-law 18-83, at its regular Council meeting held on that date.… Continue reading Notice of Proposed Amendment to Municipal Heritage Designation By-Law – 74 and 76 King Street
Notice of Adoption and Notice of Passing – OPA 02-25 and ZBA 03-25 448 Talbot Street West and 215 South Street WestJanuary 20, 2026
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Aylmer on the 14th day of January 2026 passed By-law Nos. 69-25 and 70-25, adopting Amendment No. 26 to the Town of Aylmer Official Plan, pursuant to Section 17 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended and passing a Zoning By-law Amendment to… Continue reading Notice of Adoption and Notice of Passing – OPA 02-25 and ZBA 03-25 448 Talbot Street West and 215 South Street West
Significant Weather Event Declared – Ended January 16, 2026 2:58 PMJanuary 15, 2026
Update: 2:59 PM January 16, 2026 The Significant Weather Event Declaration for the Town of Aylmer has now ended. The Town of Aylmer Works Department continues to monitor road and weather conditions to ensure public safety is maintained. Thank you to all residents for their patience during this time. SIGNIFICANT WEATHER EVENT DECLARED – JANUARY… Continue reading Significant Weather Event Declared – Ended January 16, 2026 2:58 PM
Town of Aylmer Declares a Significant Weather Event – Ended December 27, 2025December 26, 2025
⚠️Update: 8:42 a.m. December 27, 2025The Significant Weather Event Declaration for the Town of Aylmer has now ended. The Town of Aylmer Works Department continues to monitor road and weather conditions to ensure public safety is maintained. Thank you to all residents for their patience during this time. At 1:30pm, December 26, 2025, the Town… Continue reading Town of Aylmer Declares a Significant Weather Event – Ended December 27, 2025

The Municipal Office is Open with Alternative Service Delivery in Response to COVID-19.

Customers are encouraged to utilize the DROP BOX located on the outside of the main entrance door for payments by cheque.

Staff are available to assist with public inquiries using alternative forms of communication such as email and telephone. A comprehensive staff contact directory can be accessed by calling 519-773-3164 during regular business hours (Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

COVID-19 Information

Town of Aylmer 2019 Energy Reporting

Click here to view the Town of Aylmer’s 2019 Energy & Emissions Report.

Ontario Invests in Affordable Housing

Affordable Housing in Elgin County

Elgin County Internet Connectivity Survey

Aylmer Area Community Foundation Launches New Emergency Community Support Grant

Water Meter Replacement Program

Water Meter Suspension Update

Additional information on the new Smart Meter Replacement Program:

Water Meter FAQ

The Town of Aylmer’s Water Meter Replacement Program is funded through contributions by the federal and provincial government as part of the Clean Water & Wastewater Fund.

Archive