Brown Water
OCWA has been conducting work and as a result, you may be experiencing brown water. As per OCWA, there are no safety concerns at this time. They have instructed anyone who is experiencing brown water to run your cold water until clear.
Township Services
Current Notices
Brown Water
Social Media Policy
The Municipal Act, 2001 permits the Township of James to adopt procedures,
including procedures for giving notice of the passage of by-laws.
The Township of James has adopted By-Law 03-01 for giving notice of the
passage of by-laws as well as Procedural By-Law 04-01 governing the
procedure for matters coming before Council.
Council for the Township of James will adopt Draft By-Law 26-16, BEING A
BY-LAW TO ADOPT A SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY at the October 12th, 2026 Regular
Council Meeting.
For additional information, please contact the Township office
By-Law 26-13: Livestock
N O T I C E
The Municipal Act, 2001 permits the Township of James to adopt procedures, including procedures for giving notice of the passage of by-laws.
The Township of James has adopted By-Law 03-01 for giving notice of the passage of by-laws as well as Procedural By-Law 04-01 governing the procedure for matters coming before Council.
Council for the Township of James will adopt Draft By-Law 26-13, BEING A BY-LAW TO REGULATE THE KEEPING OF LIVESTOCK WITHIN THE TOWNSHIP OF JAMES at the October 12th, 2026 Regular Council Meeting.
For additional information, please contact the Township office
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
The Municipal Office will be closed on Wednesday, September 30th for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Burning Permits
Effective April 1st – October 31st
Under the authority of Township of James’ By-Law #03-21 and the Ministry of Natural Resources Municipal Forest Fire Management Agreement, NO fire permits will be issued for open burning within the Township of James. Failure to comply may result in charges under the Forest Fire Prevention Act, R.S.O. 1990.
Burning is allowed only in incinerators that must be inspected and approved by the Fire Department before a permit will be issued.
NO BURNING BRUSH
You are asked to contact the Elk Lake Fire Department by calling (705) 648-4903 or (705) 678-2320 to obtain a permit.
Spring Landfill Hours
Spring hours will resume starting Tuesday, March 10th.
Tuesday 3-7
Saturday 10 - 4
James’ recycling program will be managed by Circular Materials, a national not-for-profit organization that is committed to building an efficient and effective recycling system in Ontario. For more information please click here
Attention Boaters: No-Wake Zone - Standardized Shoreline Speed Restriction
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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.
Regular Council Meeting Location
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