2026 Municipal Elections Dates
Advance Polls
All Wards - Straffordville Community Centre - 56169 Heritage Line, Straffordville.
October 17, 23, and 24 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
October 21, and 22 - 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Election Day - October 26, 2026 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Ward 1 - Lighthouse Gospel Church - 59 Victoria Street, Port Burwell
Ward 2 - Straffordville Community Centre - 56169 Heritage Line, Straffordville
Ward 3 - Corinth Community of Christ Church - 54246 Eden Line, North Hall
*Any poll location can be used to vote, Ward locations are listed for convenience.*
If you need to be added to the Voters List, or for more election information, go to the ELECTIONS page on our website.
Children's programming is offered at the Marine Museum each summer for a period of six (6) weeks in July and August.
The 2025 Program will be held on Tuesdays from 1pm to 2pm starting on July 8th through to August 12th.
This year's theme is 'GET TO KNOW NATURE!'
Please see POSTER for more details.
Small Craft Harbours may be undertaking a project this summer in Port Burwell to repair the Pierhead in the picture below. The tendering phase for this project is planned for late June with construction work proposed to take place between July and August. In-water work will be associated with this project should it move forward. This is not a municipal project and any inquiries should be directed to Small Craft Harbours.
June is Seniors Month in Ontario – a time to acknowledge and recognize the amazing seniors in our lives across this province.
This year’s theme, Fit, Active and Healthy Seniors highlights the importance of supporting our older adults through programs and initiatives that promote wellness, social engagement, and education. The investments being made help to protect seniors from the uncertainties created by Donald Trump’s tariffs.
We all know seniors who inspire us, whether they are family, friends or colleagues.
For more information, visit ontario.ca/seniors or check out our updated Guide to Programs and Services for Seniors in Ontario.
The Port Burwell Municipal East Beach has received Blue Flag status again for 2025! The Waterfront Advisory Committee will be hosting a flag raising ceremony at the beach on Monday, June 9th at 6:30 pm. All those who are interested to join are welcome. The Waterfront Advisory Committee has also taken the initiative to host a couple of educational programs for 2025. Check out the new page on our website about these programs and how you can participate!
A public meeting will be held on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 6:30 pm to present and obtain public input on the municipality’s proposed development charges (D.C.) by-law and underlying Background Study. See the NOTICE for full details.
Go Paperless – Stay Connected – Never Miss a Payment
With the pending Canada Post strike, residents are reminded that failure to receive a tax or utility bill, or mailing a payment during the strike, does not relieve you from payment nor liability of penalty/interest of a late payment.
To avoid any missed bills or late payments, we encourage you to sign up for Paperless Billing & also enroll in Pre-Authorized Payments by visiting our Tax & Utility Bills page on our website. You can also find other methods of payment on our Bills & Payments page as well.
As part of the beach paid parking pilot program approved for 2025, changes to Bayham’s Traffic & Parking By-law were required to support this initiative. The by-law designates sections of Robinson, Brock, Erieus, and Strachan as Beach Zones. Some of these streets are not wide enough to accommodate parking on both sides and have been newly marked with no parking where applicable. Infractions in Beach Zones are subject to an increased fine. Sections of Wellington, Robinson and Pitt have been marked for 2-hour maximum parking. To support this, new parking stalls have been marked. All spaces are Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM) compliant with some being smaller than others. This approach was to allow for the maximum amount of spaces possible near main street businesses. Please utilize spaces that are appropriate for your size of vehicle.
Residents and visitors are reminded that the paid parking for the East Beach parking lot is now in effect. If you have not received your seasonal resident parking permit, you are required to pay to park at the beach. Visit the Beach Paid Parking page for further information on this program and how to receive your seasonal resident parking permit.
The Municipality of Bayham wishes all a happy and safe May long weekend!
Additional information on beach paid parking and the process for how to get your Seasonal Resident Parking Permit has now been updated on our website. Visit the Beach Paid Parking page for the information and to apply for your permit!
The Long Point Region Conservation Authority (LPRCA) is issuing a Watershed Conditions Statement—Flood Outlook for its entire watershed, urging people near creeks and streams to stay aware of changing weather conditions.
The Long Point Region Conservation Authority is updating the Watershed Conditions Statement—Flood Outlook to Flood Watch for the entire watershed.
The Long Point Region Conservation Authority (LPRCA) is issuing a Watershed Conditions Statement—Flood Outlook for its entire watershed, urging people near creeks and streams to stay aware of changing weather conditions.
March 17, 2025: The Long Point Region Conservation Authority is extending the Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety due to elevated stream flows in the rivers. View further details in the NOTICE.
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