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Waste Management Survey for Businesses and Organizations
Posted on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 12:48 PM
Ontario is transitioning to new Blue Box regulations starting in 2023. The four lower-tier municipalities in the County of Haliburton, including Highlands East, will transition...

Lakefront Property Owner's Guide to Blue-Green Algae
Posted on Monday, August 15, 2022 08:51 PM
There has been a dramatic increase in blue green algae blooms in Ontario in recent years. As a result many lakefront property owners are very concerned when they see blooms or...

Water Sample Service Schedule and Drop-off Information
Posted on Monday, June 13, 2022 12:22 PM
Water sample bottles can be picked up at any Municipal Office in Highlands East.
Filled samples must be dropped off at the Wilberforce Municipal Office for...

Fireworks By-law and Restrictions In Effect
Posted on Friday, May 20, 2022 09:14 PM
Our Fireworks By-law prohibits and regulates the sale and setting off of consumer fireworks in Highlands East including but not limited to Roman candles, sparklers, fountains,...

Health Unit recommends businesses encourage staff and patrons to wear a mask amid COVID-19 surge
Posted on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 11:33 AM
Dr. Natalie Bocking, Medical Officer of Health for the Haliburton, Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit has issued a letter of recommendation to businesses and organizations...

2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information
Posted on Thursday, March 10, 2022 02:34 PM
This article is updated as new information becomes available.
Canada's COVID-19 updates...
Municipal COVID-19 Safety Measures
Posted on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 12:00 AM
Offices open to the public
As of Tuesday, February 22, 2022 our offices will be open to the public and appointments...

Guide to Municipal Office Use During COVID-19
Posted on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 12:00 AM
Appointments recommended
Our offices are open to the public and appointments are not required. We do recommend making an appointment if possible to ensure efficient service and...