Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Impacts on Municipal Services
The Town of Penetanguishene continues to monitor news and updates concerning COVID-19 in order to ensure we work to keep our community members safe. The Town is working hard to open areas that have been closed and affected by the COVID-19 regulations in keeping with Phase 1 & 2 of the provincial re-opening. To make sure you as community members can stay involved and up to date we encourage you to subscribe to our website email subscription service.
OPP Reporting Tool:
We remind residents that OPP ask that you report allegations of non-compliance with the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act by phoning 1-888-310-1122 or utilizing the online reporting tool at opp.ca/reporting.
Fire Ban:
Please be advised that a complete fire ban for the Town of Penetanguishene has been issued as of Friday July 3, 2020. This ban has been issued in response to the lack of rain and current dry conditions. Conditions will be monitored daily. Residents will be advised when the ban is lifted.
Swimming Advisory: Huronia Park
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has issued a swimming advisory for Huronia Park. The beaches are not closed, but those who chose to swim are advised to avoid swallowing the water and dunking their heads underwater. For more information on swimming advisories please visit SMDHU.
Community Ambassadors: Job Posting
The Town is currently recruiting Community Ambassadors. Interested parties should submit their resume and cover letter to hr@penetanguishene.ca or visit our webpage for more information. These Town employees will be providing public education on provincial directives related to the pandemic to those using municipal facilities and monitoring the splash pad. Ambassadors will not have the capacity to issue tickets related to non-compliance however will be equipped with appropriate reporting tools.
Notice of 2020 Final Tax Billing
Final Tax Bills were mailed the week of July 6, 2020. The installment due dates are:
- Friday, July 31, 2020
- Wednesday, September 30,2020
If you do not receive your Tax Bill, please call the Town office at 705-549-7453. Failure to receive a bill does not relieve the property owner from the responsibility for payment of Taxes and any accrued penalties or interest. For payment options, please call the Town office or visit www.penetanguishene.ca.
COVID-19 Temporary Financial Relief Measures:
Council has approved short-term financial relief measures and staff continue to analyze longer term relief measures for Council consideration as well as further cost containment opportunities moving forward.
Transit Impacts:
Until further notice, Mid-Pen Transit Service will remain free for riders, and continue to operate Monday to Friday, using the “Saturday” schedule. In addition, the temporary suspension of transit service on Saturdays, will continue until further notice. Since physical distancing is not always possible on public transportation, riders will be required to wear masks starting Monday July 13th. For more details on the schedule, please visit: https://www.penetanguishene.ca/en/residents/Transit.asp
Francophone Community Grant:
The Ontario Government is supporting Ontario's Francophone community with the launch of the 2020-21 Francophone Community Grants Program to help implement new projects and initiatives. The deadline to submit your cultural or economic project is August 5. The full details are listed here.
Business Assistance Programs:
North Simcoe Community Futures Development Corporation (NSCFDC) under a Regional Relief and Recovery Fund: NSCFDC will focus on assisting “main street” businesses, such as retail shops, restaurants, corner stores, and businesses of strategic importance to their communities, with loans up to $40,000. https://nscfdc.on.ca/_en/RRRFProgram
Recently available for Penetanguishene businesses is access to the Digital Main Street Program who give assistance and consultation to business to assist in using digital technology. Contact the Southern Georgian Bay Small Business Enterprise Centre (SBEC) for more information by telephone at: 705-446-3355 or by email at sbec@collingwood.ca.
Full List of Open/Closed Amenities:
The following chart is available on our webpage and will be updated regularly.
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Indoor Facilities |
Open/Closed |
Safety Measures in Place |
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Town Hall |
CLOSED until further notice |
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Penetanguishene Centennial Museum & Achieves |
CLOSED until further notice – In Review |
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Penetanguishene Library |
OPEN – Adjusted hours. |
View here for hours of operation and other information. |
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Public Works Building
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CLOSED until further notice |
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Penetanguishene Memorial Community Centre |
CLOSED until further notice |
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Outdoor Facilities |
Open/Closed |
Safety Measures in Place |
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Parks |
OPEN |
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Trails |
OPEN |
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Skate Park |
OPEN |
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Playgrounds |
CLOSED |
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Washrooms |
OPEN |
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Beaches |
OPEN
*Please note: Huronia Park currently has a swim advisory |
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Splash Pad |
OPEN
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Sports Courts: Pickle Ball, Tennis, Basketball. |
OPEN |
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Bocce Ball Courts |
OPEN |
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Boat Launch |
OPEN
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Wharf |
OPEN Please note until further notice; Tourist Information Centre and showers remain closed.
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Sports fields |
OPEN |
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Dog Park |
OPEN |
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Pavilions & Gazebos |
OPEN
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Amphitheatre |
CLOSED |
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Fitness Equipment |
CLOSED |
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Contacting the Town:
We encourage residents to reach out to Town Staff with questions and/or concerns. A full staff directory with email and phone numbers for specific departments is listed here. Please clearly leave your name, address, phone # and email address and a detailed message on the purpose of your call, to ensure that the appropriate Staff member can respond to your voicemail.