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Amherst Island Ferry Update - May 2023
Posted on Friday, May 05, 2023 11:12 AM
We are conscious that the community of Amherst Island is eager to see the Amherst Islander II in service. The Amherst Islander II is a ministry-owned vessel operated by Loyalist Township. MTO is working diligently, in partnership with Loyalist, to ensure its safe operation can commence as soon as possible. There are still several milestones that need to be achieved before the ministry can provide a specific in-service date for the new ferry. Before the new vessel can be safely put into service,...
Township Seeking Community Input on Splash Pads
Posted on Tuesday, May 02, 2023 10:00 AM
From May 1, 2023 to July 1, 2023, Loyalist Township will be seeking public input to determine community interest in a splash pad and what features/amenities are most important when considering potential locations for the development of a splash pad.
The project team is eager to listen and learn from the community through survey results and public information sessions. Input from the public will be presented to Loyalist Township Council to help inform them of the next steps.
Loyalist Township will...
Coyote Denning Season
Posted on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 03:18 PM
In Ontario, April and May months are coyote denning season when pups are born. Prior to giving birth coyotes build a den or look for a protected area to use as a den.
Ontario.ca has many tips to discourage coyotes from entering your property including closing off spaces under decks, porches and sheds as coyotes may try to use these areas as a den.
Additionally, keeping properties clear of garbage, food, brush, and wood piles can help coyote proof your property. Place garbage and recycling out in...
Historic Layer Cake Hall to Reopen Following Rehabilitation Work
Posted on Thursday, March 09, 2023 12:10 PM
The historic Layer Cake Hall, located at 197 Davy Street in Bath, reopened on March 8, 2023, following a rehabilitation project that focused on renewing the historic building's exterior and correcting structural deficiencies.
Layer Cake Hall, which was originally built in 1859, has been owned by Loyalist Township since 2019. It serves as the current location of the Bath branch of the Lennox & Addington Public Library.
After assuming ownership of the building, the Township commissioned a detailed...
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada Awards Grant to Loyalist Township Fire Services
Posted on Monday, March 06, 2023 09:50 AM
Loyalist Township Fire Services members are now better equipped to handle emergencies and keep the local community of Loyalist Township safe thanks to a grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada. The Foundation recognized our critical need and awarded us $30219 to purchase a utility terrain vehicle (UTV).
“We are extremely grateful to Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada and our local Firehouse Subs in Kingston for providing us with this grant and positively...
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