February 2026

2026 Digital Parking Permits and New Friends and Family Permits Now Available

Registration is now open for 2026 Digital Resident Parking Permits, and residents are reminded that parking permits must be renewed annually. Vehicles can be registered online through the Town’s website or in person at Town Hall during regular business hours. Proof of residency and vehicle ownership is required at the time of registration.

Once registered, residents can enjoy free parking at all municipally owned paid parking locations, including beaches, parks and trails, simply by registering their licence plate. Please note that resident parking passes do not apply to privately owned paid parking lots, and there is no paid parking in the downtown area.

New for 2026, the Town is pleased to introduce Friends and Family Parking Permits, making it easier for residents to host visiting guests. These temporary digital permits can be purchased for $5 plus HST per day, for up to 14 calendar days. Residents need to provide the visitor’s licence plate number and the dates the permit will be used. Once registered, guest vehicles can park for free at any Town-owned paid parking location.

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Corporate Strategic Plan Moves Toward Final Adoption

The Corporate Strategic Plan project continues to move forward toward final adoption, following recent Council review and direction.

A Special Committee of the Whole meeting was held on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, where StrategyCorp presented the final draft of the Plan. The draft reflects feedback gathered from Council and the community during the validation phase and information sessions held in late 2025.

During the meeting, Council worked with StrategyCorp to fine-tune the Plan and provide final recommendations prior to adoption. Following the discussion, the Committee voted in favour of endorsing the Corporate Strategic Plan in principle and directed staff to work with StrategyCorp to finalize the document based on Council’s feedback.

The finalized Corporate Strategic Plan will be brought forward at a Special Meeting of Council, on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at Town Hall. This meeting will be open to the public and livestreamed on the Town’s website. A recording will also be posted to the project webpage following the meeting for those unable to attend.

To watch the Special Committee of the Whole recording, learn about the work completed to date or subscribe for updates as the Plan moves towards adoption, visit: www.thebluemountains.ca/OurPathForward

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Nominate a Community Hero!

The Volunteer Award nominations are now open. In partnership with The Seniors Network Blue Mountains and Georgian Bay Youth Roots, the Town is thrilled to celebrate the incredible individuals and community groups who dedicate their time to making The Blue Mountains a better community.

The nomination period is open until March 6, where you can nominate an individual or community group in one of seven categories:

1. Arts & Culture Award

2. Blue Mountains Community Builder Award

3. Blue Mountains Community Builder Award (Youth Under 26)

4. Heritage Award

5. Outstanding Community Group Award

6. Sports & Recreation Award

7. Sustainability Award

To nominate an individual or group, please complete the online nomination form.

The Volunteer Fair is a free event that allows community groups to connect with local residents looking to volunteer. Interested in having a booth? Visit our webpage to learn more!

We look forward to celebrating our community's outstanding volunteers on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at the Beaver Valley Community Centre!

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Open House for Moreau Park

An in-person Design Open House for the Moreau Park Revitalization project has been scheduled for Thursday, February 19. Join us at the Beaver Valley Community Centre from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to see the preliminary design layouts for the park! Can't make it in person? The designs will be posted online along with a feedback form beginning Thursday, February 12.

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Additional Landfill Hours Introduced

The Town's Landfill and Recycling Depot is now open to the public on Mondays (excluding stat holidays) from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. making waste and recycling drop off more convenient than ever before! The facility will continue to operate Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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Clearing the Way: Help Keep Roads Clear for Safe Snow Removal

As the snowfall continues, the Town would like to remind residents that interference with snow removal operations can prevent plow operators from safely and effectively clearing roads and may result in an Administrative Monetary Penalty.

Residents are asked to do their part and avoid a ticket by ensuring all items are removed from the roadside, including basketball and hockey nets, trailers, and landscaping features. Please also ensure that parked vehicles are not within the roadway. As a reminder, winter parking restrictions are currently in effect until April 1, 2026, and overnight parking is prohibited on all Town streets between 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m.

When clearing private property, residents are also reminded not to place snow or ice onto Town roadways, including road shoulders, sidewalks, boulevards or ditches.

For more information about winter road maintenance, resident snow removal responsibilities, and parking restrictions, please visit www.thebluemountains.ca/resident-services/road-maintenance/winter-maintenance

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Council Cafe Returns on February 13

Join Council at the L.E. Shore Library on Friday, February 13, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for a Council Cafe. This free event is an opportunity for members of the public to have casual conversations with members of Council in a relaxed atmosphere.

Light refreshments, including coffee, tea and snacks, will be provided.

No registration is required, and attendees can join the event at any time.

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