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First Responders Day 2024
Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2024 12:36 PM
In Ontario, May 1 is recognized as First Responders Day. The day honours the skill and dedication of emergency medical services workers who protect and preserve life, property, evidence, and the environment through their heroic work.
You're Invited: Haliburton County Community Open House
For the second year on First Responders Day, members of Haliburton County Paramedic Service, municipal fire departments and the Haliburton Highlands Ontario Provincial Police have collectively come together to...
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County of Haliburton wins award for Hike Haliburton Festival
Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 11:42 AM
The County of Haliburton has much to celebrate, as they were recently named the recipient of an award for Hike Haliburton by Festivals and Events Ontario.
The provincial organization named Hike Haliburton as one of the top 100 Festivals in Ontario at an awards gala held on February 28, 2024. Hike Haliburton was included in a list of outstanding events that excel within the industry.
“Submissions from FEO members were received for consideration in the fall of 2023 and were judged by an independent...
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County Road Load Restrictions
Posted on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 01:28 PM
2024 SPRING LOAD RESTRICTIONS
UPDATE: All Load Restrictions will be lifted on County Roads on Monday, April 29, 2024.
Under the Highway Traffic Act and County By-Law #2216, the County of Haliburton enforces reduced load restrictions on trucks to protect the County roadways during spring thaw, when road damage is most likely to occur.
Reduced load limits will be in effect FRIDAY MARCH 1ST 2024 where signs are posted. The following roads will have a reduced load limit for their entire length:
County...
County of Haliburton Appoints New Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk
Posted on Monday, November 06, 2023 02:33 PM
As Warden, I am very Pleased to announce the hiring of Gary Dyke as the next Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk (CAO) for the County of Haliburton.
After a lengthy search and robust competition, County Council is pleased to welcome Gary to our team and to the County of Haliburton.
Mr. Dyke brings with him over 30 years of experience in the Municipal field, successfully holding senior roles with a focus on Operations, Strategic Planning, and Legislative services just to name a few.
Gary has served...
Horseshoe Lake Road (CR2) Event
Posted on Thursday, August 10, 2023 08:49 AM
The Canadian Whitewater National Event is being held at the Minden White Water Preserve August 23 - 27, 2023. Racers will be arriving starting the 19th. Please use caution when travelling in this area as there will be an increase in vehicle and pedestrian traffic.