December 28th, 2025 Due to the forecasted freezing rain, and in accordance with Ontario Regulation 239/02, Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways, The Township of Lanark Highlands is declaring a Significant Weather Event effective Sunday, December 28th, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m. This declaration suspends the standard timelines required for Lanark Highlands to meet their winter maintenance objectives until the significant weather event has ended. Please note that our Public Works crews will continue to prioritize resident safety, but it…
There will be NO CHANGES to regularly scheduled garbage and recycling pick-up within Lanark village on Friday, December 26th, 2025. Please ensure that all garbage and recycling is placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m.  
Lanark Highlands, ON — As 2025 draws to a close, the Township of Lanark Highlands is reflecting on a busy and productive year and extending sincere appreciation to Township staff, Council, Committees, volunteers, and the broader community for their contributions and support. “2025 was a full and memorable year for the Township—one that included both challenges and meaningful accomplishments,” said the Township’s Chief Administrative Officer. “Throughout the year, our staff demonstrated patience, collaboration, resourcefulness, and professionalism. Their commitment to public service and to one…
The Township of Lanark Highlands is pleased to announce the hiring of Scott Richardson as its new Chief Building Official (CBO), who will begin duties on January 5, 2026. Scott is registered as a Chief Building Official and brings experience in municipal building services and house/small building design. He has worked for municipal building departments since 2013, in progressively responsible roles from building inspector to Chief Building Official. Most recently, Mr. Richardson has served as the Chief Building Official/Bylaw Enforcement…
The Township of Lanark Highlands has made available the video recording of the public information meeting held on December 10th, 2025, to provide information and context regarding the consolidation of Fire Station 4. Residents who were unable to attend the meeting in person, or who wish to review the information again, are encouraged to watch the recording on the Township’s official YouTube channel. Please note that the meeting was recorded live, and as such, audio and video quality may vary…

Township Holiday Hours

Tuesday, 16 December 2025
The Township Office will be CLOSED on the following dates for the Holiday season:   Christmas Eve - Wednesday, December 24th, 2025 at 12pm and will reopen January 5th, 2026 at 9am    HAPPY HOLIDAYS
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PO BOX 340
Lanark, Ontario
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613-259-2398
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