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Crossing Guard Appreciation Week: June 5 to 9, 2023

The Township of Scugog is encouraging residents to show their support and appreciation for our neighbourhood Crossing Guards duringCrossing Guard Appreciation Week:  June 5 to 9, 2023.

Help us recognize individuals across our community whose assistance helps young residents with their safe daily commutes to and from school.

To learn more about becoming a Crossing Guard in the Township of Scugog, visit our employment page.

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• The Township of Scugog is currently looking to fill...

June 2023 is Recreation and Parks Month

Each June, municipalities across Ontario celebrate June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM) to promote the benefits of being active while also recognizing the many contributions that recreation and parks make to our quality of life. Whether it be programs where children can exercise and meet new friends or a simple stroll through the park with family, recreation and parks have a positive impact on our home.

This month, let’s take the time to celebrate JRPM as a community! We want to see all the...

Picnic Shelter Replacement - Joe Fowler Memorial Park

For Immediate Release 

May 25, 2023 

Picnic Shelter Replacement - Joe Fowler Memorial Park

The Township of Scugog has contracted Onit Construction to replace the picnic shelter located in Joe Fowler Memorial Park. The work involves demolition of the existing structure and construction of a new picnic shelter.

The work is scheduled to begin June 5, 2023 and is expected to be completed by early Fall 2023.

During the construction period, the northern part of the Joe Fowler parking lot will not be...

2022-26 Council Term Board and Committee Appointments

The Council of the Corporation of the Township of Scugog is seeking community-minded individuals to submit their names for consideration as appointees to the following committees and positions for the 2022 – 2026 term of Council.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and reside within the Township of Scugog. Each board and committee have a specific mandate and generally meet by-monthly or on an as required basis.  Membership appointments are for a four-year term.

Interested persons are...

Palmer Park Playground - Temporary Closure

Immediate Release 

May 22, 2023

Palmer Park Playground Temporary Closure for Completion of the Rubber Play Surface 

Palmer Park Playground is tentatively scheduled to be closed starting Wednesday May 24, 2023 to complete the rubber play surface. With the warmer weather, the rubber tile surface can now be properly adhered together. Follow our social media channels for scheduling updates. 

We appreciate your understanding with the inconvenience of this closure. This work is required to ensure the...