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Notice of Temporary Street Closure February 22, 2025

Please be advised that the following road will be closed to vehicular traffic from 4:45p.m. to 7:00p.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2025, for the Coldest Night of the Year event:

      William Street from Waterloo Street to Lakeside Drive North 

Questions regarding this temporary street closure should be directed to the Events Coordinator at 519-271-0250, Ext. 286 during business hours.

Lease of Agricultural Land Adjacent to Stratford Municipal Airport

The City of Stratford is leasing 160 acres of agricultural land adjacent to the Stratford Municipal Airport at R.R. #1, 3022 Perth Line 40. This lease includes restrictions detailed in the Tender Package.

Agricultural land is described as Part of Lots 39, 40, 41, Concession 5 and Parts of Lots 38, 39, 40 and 41 Concession 6, adjacent to the Stratford Municipal Airport, majority of which is farmable.

The City makes no representation as to the immediate suitability for farming or condition of the...

Free Income Tax Clinics Offered for Low-Income Individuals/Couples

The City of Stratford's Social Services Department is co-ordinating free income tax clinics for low-income individuals/couples in Stratford, St. Marys and Perth County for current-year returns.

Those receiving social assistance (ODSP, Ontario Works) are eligible with a T5007 tax slip. For others to participate, you must have a total gross annual income of:

• $16,000 or less for individuals
• $32,000 or less for couples
• $25,396 or less for seniors – individual (65+)
• $34,346 or less for seniors – couple...

Community Partners and City of Stratford Launch New Welcome Initiative for Residents

The Stratford Public Library, in partnership with local community organizations and the City of Stratford, is excited to announce the launch of a new program aimed at helping new residents feel at home in Stratford.

The initiative, centered around a comprehensive "Welcome to Stratford - A Guide for New Residents" website, brochure and Welcome Package, is designed to make the transition smoother and more enjoyable for individuals and families moving into the city.

The welcome package includes...

Stratford Fire Department Dispatch Services Transition

Stratford Fire Department Dispatch Services Transition: Ensuring Continuity in 911 Fire Emergency Response

Affective today, 28 August 2024, 911 Fire dispatching services for the Stratford Fire Department is now provided by Kitchener Fire Dispatch Centre. The Stratford Fire Department will continue to provide 24/7 fire and emergency response services and Stratford firefighters will continue to staff each Stratford fire station. If you are calling Stratford Fire Department to report a fire...