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Howe Island Recycle

Howe Island Recycle - "Please note that effective January 1, 2024, the Municipality will no longer be taking refundable items/bottles at the Howe Island Recycle Depot. You will be responsible to return those items to the appropriate location".   

Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week

November 1 to 7 is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week

November 3, 2025

(Frontenac Islands, ON)  - Carbon Monoxide (CO) Awareness Week is November 1 to 7, 2025, and Frontenac Islands Fire and Emergency Service is taking the opportunity to inform residents about upcoming new carbon monoxide alarm requirements. 

Starting January 1, 2026, changes to the Ontario Fire Code will require additional carbon monoxide alarms in homes with fuel-burning appliances, fireplaces, or attached garages. These updates are...

OPP - Consultation 2026-2029 Leeds County Detachment Action Plan

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) updates its Strategic Plan every three years. As part of that process, each detachment develops a Detachment Action Plan to address local priorities and community concerns.

The Leeds County OPP is now preparing its 2026–2029 Action Plan and is seeking feedback from community members and partners to help shape local priorities.

The survey takes less than 10 minutes to complete, and your input will help inform the new plan.

Learn more and access the survey here:  

Howe Island Recycling Changes

Notice  

• Starting January 2026 (or earlier), Howe Island will transition to a curbside pickup system for household recyclables. Please place your recycling at the same location where you set out your garbage.  

• Each homeowner will receive two recycling bins at no cost. Please sign for and pick up your Blue Boxes as soon as possible at the Howe Island Municipal Office, located at 50 Baseline Road, during regular office hours. 

Recycling bins will also be available for pickup on Saturday, October 25, 2025, and

Notice of Application for Consent -B-08-25-W

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CONSENT