Current Notices

Ontario Clean Water Agency will be conducting flushing commencing October 7,8,9, 2025

If any discoloration of the water occurs residents are asked to flush their COLD water until clear.

In an effort to protect the environment, shoreline property owners and the safety of all boaters and swimmers, a Standardized Shoreline Speed Limit of 10 km/h within 30 metres of shore was established by Transport Canada and is regulated under the Boating Restriction Regulations, part of the Canada Shipping Act.

It is illegal to operate at greater than the unposted Standardized Shoreline Speed Limit of 10 km/h (6 mph) within 30 metres (100 feet) of shore in the waters of Ontario. This limit is in effect whether it is posted or not.

This rule concerning safe speed applies to every type of water vessel.

The operator should always be aware of what’s happening on the water. It is important to take all circumstances into consideration which could potentially place the vessel and other vessels in a dangerous situation.

The operator must also avoid endangering the safety of persons involved in any activity in all waters. While navigating, you should always be on the lookout for and pay close attention to swimmers.

Important

You must know and follow the unposted 10 km/h speed limit within 30 metres of shore when you are boating. If you do not respect this speed restriction, you could be fined.

For further information, please refer to Transport Canada’s VORR Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations (SOR/2008-120)

🚨 See a Boater Breaking the Rules? Here’s what to do! 🌊

If you witness a boater speeding near shore or operating unsafely:

✅ Note the vessel’s registration number
✅ Record the time, location, and details
✅ Report it to:

📞 OPP (Ontario Provincial Police)
📱 1-888-310-1122 (non-emergency)
📟 OR call 911 in an emergency

🌲 MNRF TIPS Line (for natural resource violations)
📞 1-877-847-7667
💻 Report online: ontario.ca/page/report-resource-violation

Let’s work together to keep our waterways safe and respectful for everyone.

 

 

In the event of a Canada Post strike, the Township may be unable to mail Past Due Notices and Final Billing. However, you are still required to make payments by the due date, even if you do not receive a physical bill.

To check the status of your account, please call us at (705) 678-2237 or email us at info@jamestwp.ca.

Spring hours will resume starting March 11th. The Landfill will be open Tuesday's 3 - 7 and Saturday's 10 - 4.

After October 28th, The Landfill is only open Saturday's 10 - 4

All future Council Meetings will be at the LEGION.

Join us at the Legion on the SECOND Wednesday of each month.

 

Submissions should be sent to info@jamestwp.ca or dropped off at the Township office at least 72 hours in advance.

Agendas and minutes are on our website www.elklake.ca. If you prefer a paper copy, please call or stop in at the Township Office.

Join our Township of James, Elk Lake Facebook page for updates.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Township Office at
705-678-2237

Thank you,

Township of James