News and Public Notices

MEDIA RELEASE Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit
May 5, 2021
Construction Site Workers are cautioned to get tested
An outbreak of COVID-19 at a large construction site in Kingston and the potential movement of some workers between job sites have prompted the Medical Officer of Health in Leeds, Grenville and Lanark to advise any construction/tradesworkers who have worked at any construction site in Kingston to monitor for COVID-19 symptoms, and if symptoms...
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Celebrating Mental Health Week – and looking after one another
At Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Addictions and Mental Health (LLGAMH), we care for our local communities and provide support to those with mental health and substance use challenges. LLGAMH offers health services and programming that promote recovery, independence, and well-being for individuals and families. National Mental Health Week provides an opportunity to raise awareness and do even more.
“These...
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Lanark County Climate Action Plan Plastic Reduction Campaign: Week Five
You can help to break the #plasticpattern by making plastic conscious lifestyle changes during your next grocery store visit.
Together, small changes can make a big impact!
How do you reduce your plastic consumption when shopping?
Check out this pilot project happening in Toronto with Loop industries and grocery store Loblaws. Loop is an online store selling well-known food brands in reusable,...
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Leashed Dogs Benefit All Visitors May 4, 2021 — Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) is pleased to welcome responsible pet owners and their dogs to all of our conservation areas.  As per the  Conservation Authorities Act  R. R. O. 1990, Regulation 100, Section 10. (2).,  dogs are required to be kept on leash at conservation areas unless there is a designated off-leash section. There are many important reasons why this regulation is in...
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Plant a Tree for Mother's Day  RIDEAU VALLEY, May 4, 2021 – Your mother gave you the gift of life, and now you can return the favour.
Thanks to the Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation’s special occasions tree planting program, you can skip the grocery store bouquet and plant an environmental legacy in your mom’s honour, instead.
The native tree species are planted across the Rideau Valley watershed, from Frontenac to...
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