News and Notices

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. 

Flags at all Town of Tillsonburg properties are lowered to half-mast for one week in honour of those affected by the tragic wildfire emergency at the Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta.

The Town of Tillsonburg is pleased to share that the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) has approved the merger of Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. with ERTH Corporation, marking a significant milestone in the future of local electricity distribution services.