News & Notices | Township of Greater Madawaska

August 3 Holiday Office Closure

Holiday Office Closure

Please note that the Township of Greater Madawaska Municipal Office will be closed on Monday, August 3 in observance of the Civic Holiday.

The office will reopen on Tuesday, August 4, and resume regular business hours.

We hope everyone has a wonderful long weekend filled with time to relax, explore, and enjoy everything summer has to offer in Greater Madawaska!

Whether you're spending time with family, heading to the lake, or enjoying a campfire, please stay safe and have a happy holiday weekend!

Jul 30, 2026

GM Summer Bash

GM Summer Bash

Celebrate summer with two days of family fun!

Friday, August 21

Barnet Park | 4:00–8:00 PM
Kick off the festivities with face painting, carnival and beach games, a balloon artist, magician, cotton candy, paint a plow blade, fire trucks, and more!

Madawaska Street | 7:00–10:00 PM
Then head to Madawaska Street for the Street Party, hosted by the Greater Madawaska Canada Day Committee! Enjoy live music by Mountain Turn, a spectacular fireworks display, and the Calabogie Lions Club Beer Garden. Don't forget your lawn chair and dancing shoes!

Saturday, August 22

Griffith Hall | 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Keep the celebration going with a community BBQ hosted by the Denbigh-Griffith Lions Club, plus bouncy castles, paint a plow blade, fire trucks, games, and more family fun!

Fun for the whole family! Proudly brought to you by the Township of Greater Madawaska, Calabogie Lions Club, Denbigh-Griffith Lions Club, Greater Madawaska Public Library, and the Greater Madawaska Canada Day Committee, with generous sponsorship from Ontario Power Generation (OPG), Calabogie Lodge, Government of Canada, and more.

Jul 23, 2026

Wildfire Update - July 17, 2026 12:00pm

FINAL WILDFIRE UPDATE – UNDER CONTROL

July 17, 2026, 12:00 pm

The Ministry of Natural Resources has now updated the status of the small wildfire located on Crown land between Calabogie and Burnstown from “Being Held” to “Under Control.”

According to the Ministry, “Under Control” means the fire has received sufficient suppression action to ensure there will be no further spread.

The fire has not yet been officially classified as “Out,” which is the final stage indicating that it has been fully extinguished. MNR crews may continue working in the area as they complete suppression and monitoring activities, and the fire is anticipated to progress toward that final status over the coming days.

There continues to be no threat to the public, nearby homes or infrastructure.

With the fire now under control, this will be the Township’s final update. We will provide further information only if the situation changes or there is information the public needs to know.

The Township thanks the Ministry’s fire crews for their quick response and continued work, and residents for allowing emergency personnel to operate safely.

Jul 17, 2026

Wildfire Update - July 16, 2026 7:00am

The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) is currently responding to a small wildfire located on Crown land between Calabogie and Burnstown.

The fire is approximately 0.9 hectares in size, and MNR crews are on scene actively managing the incident.

At this time, there is no threat to the public, nearby homes, or infrastructure, and there is no cause for concern. Residents may notice smoke in the area, but this is expected as suppression efforts continue.

Please avoid the area if possible to allow emergency personnel to work safely and efficiently.

For the latest wildfire information and the Provincial Fire Map, visit:

ontario.ca/fireupdates

We will continue to share updates as information becomes available.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Jul 16, 2026

Wildfire Update July 16, 2026 1:00pm - Being Held

The Ministry of Natural Resources has updated the status of the small wildfire located on Crown land between Calabogie and Burnstown from "Not Under Control" to "Being Held."

This means fire crews have made good progress and the fire is not expected to spread beyond its current boundaries under the present conditions.

MNR crews remain on scene and will continue their work until the fire is fully extinguished.

At this time, there is no threat to the public or nearby communities. Please keep in mind that public safety is always a top priority for the township, the Greater Madawaska Fire Department, and the MNRF. If there were ever a threat to the public, you can rest assured that information would be provided.

As always, if the situation changes, we will provide further updates. Thank you to the MNR crews for their quick response and continued efforts.

Jul 16, 2026

Municipal Election

Your Community. Your Voice. Your Opportunity to Lead.

Municipal Councils are strongest when they reflect the diverse voices and experiences of the communities they serve. If you're passionate about Greater Madawaska, enjoy working with others, and want to help make decisions that shape local services and the future of your municipality, consider running for council.

Before the nomination period closes on August 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., contact the Clerk to learn more about the nomination process, candidate requirements, and to schedule an appointment to file your nomination papers.

Jul 13, 2026

Notice of Special Council Meeting July 10, 2026, 9:30am

Notice of Special Council Meeting to be held July 10, 2026, 9:30am.

The Agenda is available on the Township Meeting and Information Portal: https://greatermadawaska.civicweb.net/Portal/

The Video Recording will be available on the Township's YouTube channel within a week of the meeting:

https://www.youtube.com/@townshipofgreatermadawaska7558

Jul 09, 2026

Level One Fire Ban in Effect, July 1, 2026, 8:30am

The Greater Madawaska Fire Department has reduced the fire ban from Level 2 to Level 1 effective immediately, July 1, 2026, 8:30am.

When a Level One (1) fire ban is in effect,
- all burn permits are suspended
- no new burn permits will be issued
- no person shall at any time set, maintain, or allow any open air fire other than:
  - Campfire
  - Enclosed barbeques fueled by propane or charcoal
  - Outdoor furnaces
  - Fireworks with extreme caution

Thank you for doing your part to help keep Greater Madawaska safe.

Jul 01, 2026

June 2026 Council Highlights

Full Agendas, Minutes, and Reports are available on our Meetings and Information Portal.

https://greatermadawaska.civicweb.net/Portal/

Missed a meeting? Most Council meeting recordings are available on our YouTube channel.

https://www.youtube.com/@townshipofgreatermadawaska7558

Jun 30, 2026

2026 Student Bursary Recipients

Congratulations to Our 2026 Student Bursary Recipients!

The Township of Greater Madawaska is proud to recognize the recipients of the 2026 Greater Madawaska Student Bursary.

Congratulations to:
Dakker Troke
Ruby Cameron
Sydney Snider

These bursaries recognize the hard work, dedication, and commitment these students have demonstrated throughout their educational journey. We are honoured to support them as they take the next exciting step toward their post-secondary education.

On behalf of Township Council and staff, we wish Dakker, Ruby, and Sydney every success in their future studies and careers. We look forward to seeing all that you accomplish and the positive impact you will make in your communities and beyond.

Congratulations once again, and best of luck in this exciting new chapter!

Jun 30, 2026