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Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada Awards Grant to Loyalist Township Fire Services

Loyalist Township Fire Services members are now better equipped to handle emergencies and keep the local community of Loyalist Township safe thanks to a grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada. The Foundation recognized our critical need and awarded us $30219 to purchase a utility terrain vehicle (UTV).

“We are extremely grateful to Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada and our local Firehouse Subs in Kingston for providing us with this grant and positively...

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Amherst Islander II - Jan 31 Update

On January 31, 2023, the Amherst Islander II made the voyage from the Picton Terminals to the Stella Docks. While the Amherst Islander II isn’t expected to begin service until spring 2023, residents can expect to see the new vessel in the water around Amherst Island or at the ferry docks over the next several weeks while staff are completing necessary training in accordance with Transport Canada regulations.

A temporary staffing agency has been retained to support Amherst Island Ferry operations...

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Amherst Island Ferry Update

Loyalist Township, in partnership with The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) is excited to share an update which outlines the current plan that will allow the new state-of-the-art Amherst Islander II to begin service in spring 2023.

In the coming weeks you may notice the new vessel in the water around Amherst Island or at the ferry docks as staff begin training in accordance with Transport Canada regulations. Testing will also be conducted to ensure the vessel is ready to be put into service.

To maintain...

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Rural Commuter Transit Study

Loyalist Township is working with partners, The City of Kingston, the Town of Gananoque, and the Township of South Frontenac, to undertake a Rural Commuter Transit Study to examine possible public transit solutions for residents, workers, students, and visitors.

The study's objective is to review existing services, identify local travel needs, and develop a plan to address the needs identified.

A short survey has been prepared to gather feedback on our communities'...

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Public Notice - Conditions Re Use of Back Beach

Loyalist Township advises that effective January 1 to September 3, 2023, Back Beach is available for public use under the following conditions:
1. All terrain vehicles, dirt bikes, dune buggies and other motorized vehicles and bicycles are prohibited. All vehicles must be parked in the designated parking area.
2. No persons shall be allowed to camp, light fires, hunt or discharge firearms on the Beach.
3. Use of the Beach is permitted only during the period from January 1to Labour Day and at no other...

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