Municipal Office Closed - Thanksgiving
The Municipal Office will be closed Monday, October 13, 2025 for Thanksgiving,
and will reopen Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 8:30am - 4:30pm (regular business hours)
Happy Thanksgiving!
Go Paperless – Stay Connected – Never Miss a Payment
With the current 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.
A reminder that Council will be holding a Special Meeting tonight, Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 6:00 pm to consider the SCC Expansion Tender results. The Special Meeting will take place in Council Chambers to utilize the hybrid meeting technology and residents should note that the Council Chambers has a maximum capacity of 63 people. Once this capacity is reached, no additional attendees will be permitted entry and you will be encouraged to watch the meeting via the YouTube live-stream. View the Special Meeting Agenda HERE.
The Long Point Region Conservation Authority (LPRCA) is currently undertaking public consultation on proposed updates to LPRCA's Regulation Mapping as outlined in the Conservation Authorities Act; Part VI - Regulation of Areas Under Which Authorities Have Jurisdiction.
LPRCA is seeking feedback on the proposed changes. The proposed draft mapping has been uploaded to our website and can be viewed in our interactive mapping tool, along with additional information regarding the updates at the following link; https://www.lprca.on.ca/planning-permits/regulated-area-mapping/
This link also includes details about the upcoming public open house on Monday, October 6, 2025, to discuss the mapping update, along with instructions on how to submit questions or comments through online surveys and feedback forms related to the 2025 regulation mapping update. These forms must be completed by Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 in order to be considered for this year’s update.
Have your say on the 2026 Bayham Budget! The Municipality of Bayham is seeking comments on the following budgets:
2026-2035 Capital Budget
Submit your comments by September 30, 2025 to consultations@bayham.on.ca.
Elgin County is developing a five-year Economic Development and Tourism Strategy, and your input is essential!
Help Shape Elgin County’s Economic and Tourism Future and share your vision for your community!
Click on the Economic Development & Tourism Strategy Survey link to take the survey. It only takes 5-10 minutes and closes on July 31st.
For more information, please visit the Elgin County Website.
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham proposes to
stop up, close, and convey a portion of the Fourth Street road allowance. Comments will be received by email to consultations@bayham.on.ca or in writing at the municipal office until 4:30 p.m. on March 13, 2025.
View the NOTICE for full details.
The Elgin Federation of Agriculture and the Middlesex Federation of Agriculture, are inviting the public to attend the All Candidates Meeting for the upcoming Provincial Election.
These events provide an opportunity for voters in the Elgin-Middlesex-London riding to engage directly with all candidates, hear their platforms, and ask questions on Agricultural issues affecting our region.
Please confirm your attendance as soon as possible, by email elginfarmers@gmail.com, or follow this link.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Old Town Hall Theatre, 38 John St S, Aylmer, Ontario
The Long Point Biosphere Region was selected for funding by the Canada Water Agency to develop a Resilience Action Plan for the north shore of Lake Erie, from Port Glasgow to Long Point. Organizations across the north shore of Lake Erie concerned about flooding and erosion, threats to coastal infrastructure, and eroding coastal wetlands started organizing regular meetings to share experiences and consider options to address these challenges. The term ‘Working Group’ was adopted in December 2023 to recognize the growing collaboration. The Working Group is planning a series of Open Houses in February to share information about the project. Visit the Engagement tab on the North Shore Resilience website to register for the event you wish to attend.
The Long Point Biosphere Region was selected for funding by the Canada Water Agency to develop a Resilience Action Plan for the north shore of Lake Erie, from Port Glasgow to Long Point. Key goals of the plan are to restore natural shoreline processes and increase resilience to coastal hazards. For more information please go to: www.northshoreresilience.ca
The North Shore Resilience Project is currently seeking applicants to sit on the Public Advisory Committee (PAC). The PAC will help shape the North Shore Resilience Action Plan by communicating the priorities and values of communities and stakeholders, as well as providing feedback on the technical investigations and restoration projects. The PAC members will also act as community ambassadors who further disseminate information on coastal processes and ecosystem restoration opportunities in their communities.
Eligible applicants must live or own property in one of the following municipalities: West Elgin, Dutton-Dunwich, Southwold, Central Elgin, Malahide, Bayham or Norfolk.
Those interested may fill out the online application form at: www.northshoreresilience.ca/engagement/ or contact conservation@longpointbiosphere.com for a paper form.
Applications must be received by February 14, 2025.
The County of Elgin has retained the services of Planmac Engineering Inc. to undertake the design for the Rehabilitation of Slope Failure areas, as were identified during background studies.
Please see NOTICE for further information.
View the NOTICE concerning the proposed sale of land.
Submit your comments to consultations@bayham.on.ca by 4:30 pm on Monday, October 7, 2024.
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