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Arena rentals and public skating now available

Posted on Thursday, October 09, 2025 02:56 PM

The Keith Tallman Memorial Arena is now available for rentals with the 2025/2026 ice season running from October 14 through March 31.

Free Public Skating

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Municipal Offices Closed Thanksgiving Monday

Posted on Thursday, October 09, 2025 01:42 PM

Landfill sites normally open on Mondays will be open as usual. Learn more.

Highlands East's Municipal Offices will be closed on Monday, October 13 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Register for workshops on running for election or re-election

Posted on Wednesday, October 08, 2025 11:52 AM

The Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) is holding free workshops for all elected officials and aspiring candidates for the upcoming 2026 Municipal Election....

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Fire Prevention Week: Charge into Fire Safety

Posted on Monday, October 06, 2025 10:39 AM

Fire Prevention Week 2025 runs from October 5 through 11, and this year's theme is Charge Into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.

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Canada Post Strike: What It Means for Your Municipal Accounts

Posted on Wednesday, October 01, 2025 06:33 PM

Due to the ongoing Canada Post strike, mail delivery services across Canada have been temporarily suspended. This includes the processing and delivery of letters, parcels,...

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RFP for Arena Canteen Services

Posted on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 06:48 PM

The Municipality of Highlands East is inviting proposals from qualified professionals for the operations of the canteen in the Keith Tallman Memorial Arena for the upcoming...

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Deputy Fire Chief Position Available

Posted on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 12:52 PM

The Municipality of Highlands East is currently seeking a Full-Time, Deputy Fire Chief/Training Officer with a $44.35 to $52.18 per hour rate of pay with 40 work-hours per...

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2025 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Dates

Posted on Monday, September 22, 2025 12:23 PM

Multiple Household Hazardous Waste collections take place throughout the year at various locations across Haliburton County to allow people to dispose of items such as paint...