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Apply for a 2024 Community Grant

Did you know South Frontenac gave $41,895 in grants in 2023 to 14 different community organizations for projects and events?  We recognize the valuable contributions of community and volunteer groups who make South Frontenac a great place to live. We help and support these groups through our grant programs. We are now accepting applications until April 30, 2024 for our Community Grant program.

Community Grant Program

Community grants provide funds to organizations and events that enrich the quality...

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According to last year’s budget survey results, when asked how they would like to receive Township information, the highest response given by residents was email. This new channel will supplement other key channels like our ad banner in the Frontenac News and social media to inform keep...

Snow Social Set to Take Over Sydenham in South Frontenac

There will be snow much fun on Saturday, January 20 when South Frontenac Township’s Snow Social takes over the village of Sydenham, just 20 minutes north of Kingston.

This free family festival is in its second year and is taking place from 11 am to 4 pm throughout the village.

The festival features a full line-up of musical acts playing at both indoor and outdoor venues, including Bon Evans, Andrew Vanhorn from the Celtic Kitchen Party and Chris Murphy and Jess Wedden on the outdoors stage under...

Notice of Public Meeting – Proposed Re-naming of Neill Lane to James Thomas Lane

The Council of The Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac will host a public meeting to consider a by-law to rename Neill Lane to James Thomas Lane:

• Date: Tuesday, February 13, 2024
• Time: 7:00 pm
• Location: Virtual Meeting (Zoom)

Members of the public can review the agenda and register to participate in the Public Meeting via Zoom using this link. Residents may submit written comments to Michelle Hannah, Deputy Clerk or request to participate in the meeting in person before February 13, 2024...

Del Blakney to be New Fire Chief in South Frontenac Township

South Frontenac Township is starting out the new year with a new Fire Chief.

Del Blakney will be joining South Frontenac Fire and Rescue as the new Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief starting January 8, 2024.

Del has more than 30 years of experience with Kingston Fire and Rescue and has been a volunteer firefighter with South Frontenac Fire and Rescue for the past five years. Del has a Fire Prevention Officer Diploma from the Ontario Fire College and is a certified Company Officer,...