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Seasonal Changes to Public Washrooms, Paid Parking, and Facilities

Fall is here! The Municipality of Central Elgin is sharing updates on public washrooms, parking, and recreational facilities to help you enjoy the season.

Port Stanley Visitor Centre Washrooms:

• The Port Stanley Visitor Centre public washrooms, located at 199 Carlow Road, are now open year-round, daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Approved in the 2025 Municipal Budget, this change provides convenient washroom access for visitors in every season.

Park and Arena Washrooms:

• Washrooms at municipal parks will...

Central Elgin Seeks Public Input on Plans for New Community on the Former Psychiatric Hospital Lands

The Municipality of Central Elgin is inviting community members to share their feedback and help shape the future of the former Psychiatric Hospital Lands—a 168-hectare (416-acre) property with a rare opportunity to create a complete, thriving, and inclusive community.

This week, Central Elgin Council approved the Draft Policy Directions and Land Use Plan for public engagement. Building on the Vision and Guiding Principles approved by Council in May, these draft documents outline how the lands...

Short-Term Rental Accommodations Applications will open on October 1

Short-Term Rental Licence Applications will on open October 1, 2025. Prepare your application materials now to ensure a smooth process.

Visit our Short-Term Rental Accommodations Licensing webpage to learn more. 

Central Elgin Council Supports Seven Local Groups Through 2025 Community Grant Program

Central Elgin Council has approved funding for seven local projects and initiatives through the Community Grant and Sponsorship Program, providing a total of $26,261 in support across the municipality.

Launched in July, the Community Grant and Sponsorship Program was a pilot initiative for 2025 created to provide financial and in-kind support to local community groups and not-for-profit organizations. The program was designed to encourage and strengthen volunteer and community-based groups that...

Planning Services

Planning services are now delivered directly by the Municipality of Central Elgin. Going forward, all planning-related inquiries and applications can be directed to us — we’re here to help.

This change marks the completion of our long-standing partnership with the Central Elgin Planning Office (CEPO), which was administered through an agreement with the City of St. Thomas. We thank CEPO staff and the City of St. Thomas for their many years of support and collaboration in helping to guide growth...