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So, You Want to Run for Council?

Posted on Tuesday, February 03, 2026 11:41 AM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 3, 2026

Free Information Session: “So, You Want to Run for Council?”

Township of Frontenac Islands - Residents interested in learning more about running for municipal council are invited to attend a free information session, So, You Want to Run for Council? Two sessions are being offered to accommodate residents of Wolfe Island and Howe Island.

These sessions will provide an informative, high-level overview of what is involved in becoming a municipal candidate and...

Notice: Frontenac Howe Islander Docks Rehabilitation

Posted on Friday, January 30, 2026 10:50 AM

General

Howe Island County operated ferry docks rehabilitation project

Clearwater Structures Inc. has been awarded Contract 2022-4030 for the Howe Island Ferry Terminals project on behalf of the Ministry of Transportation. This work involves the rehabilitation of the ferry docks at the Howe Island Mainland Side and Frontenac Islands Township side.

Construction is scheduled to be completed by April 30, 2026.

A mainland detour route is provided and delineated by detour signage.

The Township three-car ferry...

HOWE ISLAND 3-CAR FERRY – RED LIGHT PROTOCOL

Posted on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 02:35 PM

General

Public Notice
Howe Island 3-Car Ferry Red Light Protocol

Background:
Several years ago, a RED LIGHT was installed on the Howe Island 3-Car Ferry building facing the mainland. This light was used during regular operating hours and illuminated when the ferry was unable to operate for any reason.

A new red light has now been installed on the ferry building at the Howe Island 3-Car Ferry terminal.

New Protocol:
In addition to email notifications and notices posted on X, residents and users are advised that: