South Frontenac Township
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South Frontenac is a growing Township composed of unique and beautiful villages and hamlets. Prime area for boating, hiking, farming, & rural and sustainable living. 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday.
Earlier today, a 911 service outage impacted many parts of Canada. In situations where 911 cannot be contacted, & you are within the Township of South Frontenac, the following non-emergency lines can be utilized:
Township of South Frontenac, SFFR – 613 548-4001 Extension 0
OPP – 888-310-1122
Township of South Frontenac, SFFR – 613 548-4001 Extension 0
OPP – 888-310-1122
September 17, 2026 at 2:50 PM
Earlier today, a 911 service outage impacted many parts of Canada. In situations where 911 cannot be contacted, & you are within the Township of South Frontenac, the following non-emergency lines can be utilized:
Township of South Frontenac, SFFR – 613 548-4001 Extension 0
OPP – 888-310-1122
Township of South Frontenac, SFFR – 613 548-4001 Extension 0
OPP – 888-310-1122
🎉👏Shout Out 🎉👏: Congrats to 4 young teens from the South Frontenac community - Lucas Hammer, Caleb Hammer, Preston Klein & Jayden Kermeen. These 4 young men recently competed at U16 European Stocksport Championships in Oberwart, Austria and placed 4th overall in the U16 Team Target event.
September 15, 2026 at 4:04 PM
🎉👏Shout Out 🎉👏: Congrats to 4 young teens from the South Frontenac community - Lucas Hammer, Caleb Hammer, Preston Klein & Jayden Kermeen. These 4 young men recently competed at U16 European Stocksport Championships in Oberwart, Austria and placed 4th overall in the U16 Team Target event.
Are you looking for something to do this fall? Check out our fall edition of '25 Things to Do in South Frontenac'. From Township events, to ideas for day trips....we got it all! Take a peak: vist.ly/5i5xi
September 11, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Are you looking for something to do this fall? Check out our fall edition of '25 Things to Do in South Frontenac'. From Township events, to ideas for day trips....we got it all! Take a peak: vist.ly/5i5xi
Mayor Ron Vandewal recently met with Alto representatives as well as County Warden Bill Saunders and County representatives. From this meeting, the messaging remained that Alto’s focus is on studying the Kingston route. Read mor: vist.ly/5hv3j
September 9, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Mayor Ron Vandewal recently met with Alto representatives as well as County Warden Bill Saunders and County representatives. From this meeting, the messaging remained that Alto’s focus is on studying the Kingston route. Read mor: vist.ly/5hv3j
Your final tax instalment is due Sept 29. Payments can be made in person at Town Hall, by email, at your bank, credit card, via online or telephone banking or by pre-authorized payment. You can find your roll # at the top left corner of your bill. Info: [email protected] or 613-376-3027.
September 8, 2026 at 5:57 PM
Your final tax instalment is due Sept 29. Payments can be made in person at Town Hall, by email, at your bank, credit card, via online or telephone banking or by pre-authorized payment. You can find your roll # at the top left corner of your bill. Info: [email protected] or 613-376-3027.
Update, 8:10 pm: Bedford Rd. will be open to traffic at approximately 8:15 pm. Thank you for your patience.
ROAD CLOSURE: Bedford Road is closed between Mason Lane and Lady Bush Lane due to a serious collision in the area. Injuries are being assessed. Motorists should avoid the area as the closure is expected to be lengthy.
September 8, 2026 at 12:15 AM
Update, 8:10 pm: Bedford Rd. will be open to traffic at approximately 8:15 pm. Thank you for your patience.
ROAD CLOSURE: Bedford Road is closed between Mason Lane and Lady Bush Lane due to a serious collision in the area. Injuries are being assessed. Motorists should avoid the area as the closure is expected to be lengthy.
September 7, 2026 at 1:10 PM
ROAD CLOSURE: Bedford Road is closed between Mason Lane and Lady Bush Lane due to a serious collision in the area. Injuries are being assessed. Motorists should avoid the area as the closure is expected to be lengthy.
Today (Monday, September 7) is Labour Day. On this day, all Township offices and the Loughborough landfill will be closed. Garbage will be collected one day later this week. Emterra will still collect recycling today and the schedule will remain the same for the week.
September 7, 2026 at 12:24 PM
Today (Monday, September 7) is Labour Day. On this day, all Township offices and the Loughborough landfill will be closed. Garbage will be collected one day later this week. Emterra will still collect recycling today and the schedule will remain the same for the week.
Join Watersheds Canada on Wed, Sept 16 from 6pm-8pm for their 'Design Your Shoreline' workshop. Learn about the benefits of naturalized shorelines for water quality & wildlife. Attendees get to take home 50 free native plants to help restore shoreline.
Register in advance: vist.ly/5h6vd
Register in advance: vist.ly/5h6vd
September 3, 2026 at 4:16 PM
Join Watersheds Canada on Wed, Sept 16 from 6pm-8pm for their 'Design Your Shoreline' workshop. Learn about the benefits of naturalized shorelines for water quality & wildlife. Attendees get to take home 50 free native plants to help restore shoreline.
Register in advance: vist.ly/5h6vd
Register in advance: vist.ly/5h6vd
Reminder: The football field at The Point is not a dog park, however, if you utilize the space when Sydenham High School is not, please pick-up after your dog. The field will be heavily used now that the kids are back in school and athletes do not need to encounter any surprises. Thank you.
September 3, 2026 at 2:03 PM
Reminder: The football field at The Point is not a dog park, however, if you utilize the space when Sydenham High School is not, please pick-up after your dog. The field will be heavily used now that the kids are back in school and athletes do not need to encounter any surprises. Thank you.
Lower Brewers Swing Bridge (Washburn Road - County Road 12) will be swung open for maintenance work on Fri, Sept 4, from approx. 9 am-1 pm.
Vehicles will not be able to cross the bridge. Motorists are asked to plan ahead and use an alternate route during the closure.
Vehicles will not be able to cross the bridge. Motorists are asked to plan ahead and use an alternate route during the closure.
September 2, 2026 at 2:55 PM
Lower Brewers Swing Bridge (Washburn Road - County Road 12) will be swung open for maintenance work on Fri, Sept 4, from approx. 9 am-1 pm.
Vehicles will not be able to cross the bridge. Motorists are asked to plan ahead and use an alternate route during the closure.
Vehicles will not be able to cross the bridge. Motorists are asked to plan ahead and use an alternate route during the closure.
School is back in session tomorrow! Keep your eyes open - drivers are encouraged to slow down, stay alert and watch for school buses and crossing guards, especially in school zones. Good luck for the 26/27 school year, and don't forget to enter our 'Remember the Summer - Back to School' contest.
September 1, 2026 at 6:19 PM
School is back in session tomorrow! Keep your eyes open - drivers are encouraged to slow down, stay alert and watch for school buses and crossing guards, especially in school zones. Good luck for the 26/27 school year, and don't forget to enter our 'Remember the Summer - Back to School' contest.
Next Monday, September 7, is Labour Day. On this day, all Township offices will be closed and garbage will then be collected one day later throughout the week. There will be no changes to Emterra's recycling pick-up schedule.
September 1, 2026 at 2:12 PM
Next Monday, September 7, is Labour Day. On this day, all Township offices will be closed and garbage will then be collected one day later throughout the week. There will be no changes to Emterra's recycling pick-up schedule.
The work on the new Eagle Creek Bridge is now complete. The roadway is now open to traffic ahead of schedule. Only minor items remain such as line painting which will be completed at a later date.
The Township would like to thank residents & businesses for their patience during the project.
The Township would like to thank residents & businesses for their patience during the project.
August 28, 2026 at 5:04 PM
The work on the new Eagle Creek Bridge is now complete. The roadway is now open to traffic ahead of schedule. Only minor items remain such as line painting which will be completed at a later date.
The Township would like to thank residents & businesses for their patience during the project.
The Township would like to thank residents & businesses for their patience during the project.
TGIF good news! Gilmour Point Beach has re-opened for swimming!
August 28, 2026 at 1:10 PM
TGIF good news! Gilmour Point Beach has re-opened for swimming!
The hours of operation for the bathrooms located at The Point in Sydenham and Gilmour Point Beach in Battersea will take effect on Labour Day (Sept 7) until the end of Sept:
Sydenham Point:
Mon - Fri, 8am – 4pm
Sat and Sun, 8am – 7pm
Gilmour Point:
Mon - Fri, 9am – 3pm
Sat and Sun, 9am – 6pm
Sydenham Point:
Mon - Fri, 8am – 4pm
Sat and Sun, 8am – 7pm
Gilmour Point:
Mon - Fri, 9am – 3pm
Sat and Sun, 9am – 6pm
August 27, 2026 at 5:32 PM
The hours of operation for the bathrooms located at The Point in Sydenham and Gilmour Point Beach in Battersea will take effect on Labour Day (Sept 7) until the end of Sept:
Sydenham Point:
Mon - Fri, 8am – 4pm
Sat and Sun, 8am – 7pm
Gilmour Point:
Mon - Fri, 9am – 3pm
Sat and Sun, 9am – 6pm
Sydenham Point:
Mon - Fri, 8am – 4pm
Sat and Sun, 8am – 7pm
Gilmour Point:
Mon - Fri, 9am – 3pm
Sat and Sun, 9am – 6pm
Check your inbox 📧 - our August e-newsletter, NewsFlash, will be sent out soon! Want to stay up-to-date on Township news and events? Sign up for our monthly info. Subscribe now: vist.ly/5gcge
August 27, 2026 at 3:08 PM
Check your inbox 📧 - our August e-newsletter, NewsFlash, will be sent out soon! Want to stay up-to-date on Township news and events? Sign up for our monthly info. Subscribe now: vist.ly/5gcge
Walking outdoors is a proven remedy to reduce stress and boost your mood. So, grab a friend for some good conversation, or put on some music and get out on one of the many trails we are blessed with in and around South Frontenac: vist.ly/5g9hn
August 26, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Walking outdoors is a proven remedy to reduce stress and boost your mood. So, grab a friend for some good conversation, or put on some music and get out on one of the many trails we are blessed with in and around South Frontenac: vist.ly/5g9hn
South Frontenac staff have identified a potential algae bloom at Gilmour Point Beach on Dog Lake in Battersea. While waiting for confirmation we have closed the beach to the public. Day camp attendees will participate in land only activities until cleared. More info:
vist.ly/5fm2q
vist.ly/5fm2q
August 21, 2026 at 2:16 PM
South Frontenac staff have identified a potential algae bloom at Gilmour Point Beach on Dog Lake in Battersea. While waiting for confirmation we have closed the beach to the public. Day camp attendees will participate in land only activities until cleared. More info:
vist.ly/5fm2q
vist.ly/5fm2q
10 years ago, The Tragically Hip played their final concert in Kingston as the entire country watched from their living rooms, decks, pubs and public viewing events. Today, we pay tribute to the Tragically Hip and the late Gord Downie. Where were you on this day 10 years ago?
August 20, 2026 at 1:17 PM
10 years ago, The Tragically Hip played their final concert in Kingston as the entire country watched from their living rooms, decks, pubs and public viewing events. Today, we pay tribute to the Tragically Hip and the late Gord Downie. Where were you on this day 10 years ago?
Members of South Frontenac Council, including the Mayor, attended the 2026 AMO Conference in Ottawa this week. #AMO2026
This morning, South Frontenac staff, along Mayor Vandewal and MPP John Jordan, had a delegation with the Ministry of Infrastructure to advocate for the Township's funding needs.
This morning, South Frontenac staff, along Mayor Vandewal and MPP John Jordan, had a delegation with the Ministry of Infrastructure to advocate for the Township's funding needs.
August 19, 2026 at 6:42 PM
Members of South Frontenac Council, including the Mayor, attended the 2026 AMO Conference in Ottawa this week. #AMO2026
This morning, South Frontenac staff, along Mayor Vandewal and MPP John Jordan, had a delegation with the Ministry of Infrastructure to advocate for the Township's funding needs.
This morning, South Frontenac staff, along Mayor Vandewal and MPP John Jordan, had a delegation with the Ministry of Infrastructure to advocate for the Township's funding needs.
Do you have a community event that will take place in September, October or November? Send us the details and we could feature it within our '25 Things to Do in South Frontenac' for Fall 2026. Send us your information: [email protected].
August 14, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Do you have a community event that will take place in September, October or November? Send us the details and we could feature it within our '25 Things to Do in South Frontenac' for Fall 2026. Send us your information: [email protected].
🤩Open Call for South Frontenac Models 🤩
On Thursday, August 20, we will be out in South Frontenac taking pictures of our community. We are looking for residents who would like to perform outdoor activities while we photograph Please email us at [email protected].
On Thursday, August 20, we will be out in South Frontenac taking pictures of our community. We are looking for residents who would like to perform outdoor activities while we photograph Please email us at [email protected].
August 13, 2026 at 1:43 PM
🤩Open Call for South Frontenac Models 🤩
On Thursday, August 20, we will be out in South Frontenac taking pictures of our community. We are looking for residents who would like to perform outdoor activities while we photograph Please email us at [email protected].
On Thursday, August 20, we will be out in South Frontenac taking pictures of our community. We are looking for residents who would like to perform outdoor activities while we photograph Please email us at [email protected].
Good news! Battersea Park Playground has been repaired and is now open for slide rides, and games of grounders. Thank you to our Recreations and Facilities team for their quick work.
August 12, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Good news! Battersea Park Playground has been repaired and is now open for slide rides, and games of grounders. Thank you to our Recreations and Facilities team for their quick work.
🔔NOW HIRING🔔: Come join our Public Services department as a Light Equipment Operator - deadline to apply is tomorrow! This union position is responsible for construction/maintenance & winter control tasks. 1-3 years of experience & a valid DZ licence required. More info: vist.ly/5ehe8
August 12, 2026 at 1:19 PM
🔔NOW HIRING🔔: Come join our Public Services department as a Light Equipment Operator - deadline to apply is tomorrow! This union position is responsible for construction/maintenance & winter control tasks. 1-3 years of experience & a valid DZ licence required. More info: vist.ly/5ehe8