News and Notices

The Town of Tillsonburg is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's best places to live ranking 8th among Canadian communities in Zolo's Canada's Best Places to live. Tillsonburg was the only Town to receive a top 10 ranking. The annual ranking evaluates communities across the country based on factors including affordability, household income, employment, safety and accessibility, highlighting communities that offer an exceptional quality of life for residents. Tillsonburg's strong performance in areas such as employment and public safety, including a low unemployment rate of 5.4% and a crime severity index of 44.9, helped earn the community the number 8 spot among the best places to live in Canada.

The Subject Property is described as a portion of Lincoln Street, Plan 578, comprising of an approximately 8 metre/28 foot wide strip of land along the southerly edge of the Right-of-Way lands.

Please be advised that the dock at Gibson House will be closed for construction starting Monday, November 9, 2026. During this time, access to the dock will be unavailable, and parking restrictions will be in effect in the adjacent parking lot while work is completed. Construction is expected to take approximately two weeks, weather permitting. We appreciate your patience and understanding as this work is completed.

As the Ontario Government considers changes to provincial legislation for new landfills, Oxford’s municipalities are seeking a commitment to maintain existing “right to approve” for all municipalities. Within its own borders, Oxford County, with its local municipalities, has been working to fulfill Strategic Plan commitments to reducing waste, maximizing resource recovery, and promoting a circular economy.

As part of the Town’s 2026 Asphalt Maintenance Program, road improvements are scheduled for Hardy Avenue, from the Community Centre access road to Sanders Street. The project will include asphalt milling and resurfacing to help extend the life of the roadway and improve driving conditions. Construction is expected to begin the week of November 9, 2026, and continue through November 27, 2026, weather permitting. Residents and visitors to the area may experience temporary traffic disruptions during construction. We appreciate everyone’s patience while this work is completed.

The Town of Tillsonburg is pleased to highlight a donation to Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital Foundation, made possible through proceeds from the 2025 Association of Ontario Road Supervisors (AORS) Public Works Trade Show.

The Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) is advising the public about reports of fraudulent emails requesting additional payments related to the processing or approval of an application or appeal. The OLT only requires the prescribed filing fee when an application or appeal is submitted and does not contact individuals to request additional payments as part of the process. Residents, businesses, and anyone involved in an OLT matter are encouraged to be cautious if they receive an unexpected email requesting payment.

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2026 Municipal Election. The preliminary results are available below and reflect the votes cast by residents across the municipality. Please note that these results are unofficial and uncertified. In accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, the Municipal Clerk will review and certify the election results by the end of day on October 27, 2026. Once certified, the official results will be posted on this page.

The Great Pumpkin Rescue is returning this fall to the Tillsonburg Transfer Station, 50 Newell Road. From Sunday, November 1 to Saturday, November 7, residents can drop off unneeded pumpkins, decorative squash, and gourds in the collection bin located in the Yard Waste area. Collected pumpkins, squash, and gourds can be repurposed into community meals and feed for local livestock, helping to reduce landfill waste.