News and Media Releases

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.

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

Water Utility and Property Tax Bill Payments

On Thursday, September 25, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) commenced a work stoppage, impacting Canada Post services. During this stoppage, mail and parcels will not be processed or delivered, and some post offices will be closed.

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

Welcome back, Central Elgin skaters!
The ice is ready in Belmont and Port Stanley—and we’re excited for another great season.

A big welcome back to our minor hockey teams, men’s and women’s leagues, figure skaters, and everyone lacing up this year.

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.

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.

The Municipality of Central Elgin is pleased to welcome Jeff VanRybroeck as the new Fire Chief, starting September 2.

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Beachgoers at Port Stanley’s Main Beach now have free access to lifejackets, thanks to a new Lifejacket Lending Program launched by the Municipality of Central Elgin in collaboration with the Elgin County Drowning Prevention Coalition. The program aims to make water safety easier and more accessible for everyone visiting the waterfront.

– The Municipality of Central Elgin is pleased to announce the launch of a new