Posted on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 04:44 PM
On Monday, June 24th, 2024, Stratford City Council voted in favour of adjourning that night’s Council meeting early. Council, staff and I are disappointed that this meeting could not proceed as intended, and we were unable to discuss important city-building issues. City Council Meetings are critical to move matters forward to ensure our City thrives, including the creation of more homes, enhancing infrastructure, fostering economic growth and preserving our community’s unique character and...
Posted on Monday, June 24, 2024 12:00 AM
Shoppers and merchants are reminded that under the Retail Business Holidays Act, Canada Day – Monday, July 1, 2024, is among the days annually when most stores must be closed.
The Act, administered by the Ministry of Government and Consumer Services, exempts some retail operations, including but not limited to, gas stations, gardening centres and flower shops.
There are fines for opening on prohibited days of retail operation. Retail outlets found guilty may be fined up $50,000 or the total amount...
Posted on Friday, June 21, 2024 09:06 AM
Please be advised that the following roads will be closed to vehicular traffic on Monday, July 1, 2024 for the Canada Day events:
From 6:00a.m to 5:00p.m for the Canada Day Celebration in Market Square:Lakeside Drive from Waterloo Street to Front Street
From 5:30p.m to 7:30p.m for...Posted on Monday, May 27, 2024 10:39 AM
Please be advised that the following roads will be closed to vehicular traffic from 6:30p.m. to 8:30p.m. for the Dock Music Concert Series events:
On Sunday, June 2, 2024, follows:
Lakeside Drive from Waterloo Street to North Street
On Sunday, June 16, 2024, with a rain date of Sunday, June 23, 2024, as follows:
Lakeside Drive from Waterloo Street to North Street
On Sunday, July 7, 2024, as follows:
Lakeside Drive from Waterloo Street to North Street
On Sunday, July 21, 2024, with a rain date of...
Posted on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 03:24 PM
The City of Stratford’s Respectful Workplace Policy has been the subject of some interest in the community lately, and I would like to clarify a few things if I can.
Last year, we implemented a new policy that highlights the importance of treating everyone – City employees, City Council and members of the public – with dignity and respect.
Recently, a few individuals were suspended from City facilities for a period of three months for violating that policy. Those individuals can still comment on...