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Solar Eclipse Update - March 25, 2024

On Monday, April 8, 2024 our region will experience a total solar eclipse, a once in a lifetime event. It will last about 2 ½ hours, starting shortly after 2 pm until 4:30 pm. The total eclipse when the sun will be completely blocked by the moon and the earth in complete darkness will last 3 minutes from 3:22 pm to 3:25 pm here in South Frontenac. Here is some updated information so you can enjoy the event safely.

Key Updates

• There are no Township-planned viewing events scheduled in South...

2024 Private Lane Upgrade Assistance Program Now Accepting Applications

The Private Lane Upgrade Assistance Program provides grants for residents who live on private lanes to upgrade their lane to improve access for emergency vehicles. Applications are now being accepted for 2024.

The Township may fund up to 50% of approved projects to a maximum of $7,000. Funds can only be used towards capital lane upgrades, not regular maintenance (see the list of eligible and ineligible items in the application).

The application deadline is Friday, May 17, 2024 and the work must be...

April 2 Tax Deadline

The tax deadline is April 2, 2024. Please note our online Virtual Municipal Office is temporarily unavailable. We’ll advise as soon as it’s back up. If you want to pay your taxes, we offer a variety of payment options including 

• In Person - We accept Cash, Cheque or Debit at our municipal office located at 4432 George Street. There is also a locked drop box located at the Front door that can be used for after hours payments or contactless payments. 
• By Mail - Cheques can be mailed to: Township of...

Fire Chief Urges Residents to Avoid Unnecessary Burning this Spring

South Frontenac’s Fire Chief is asking residents to play it safe this spring and avoid unnecessary open air burns. Del Blakney, who took over the reins as the new Fire Chief in South Frontenac in January is asking for residents’ cooperation, given the dry end to winter and beginning to spring.

“Many people think spring is a safe time to burn brush and yard waste, but it’s actually one of the worst times of the year to burn due to the dry, dead vegetation on the ground that can spark grass fires...

Call for Musicians and Participants

South Frontenac Township is on the hunt for musicians to perform at its Summer Kickoff Music Festival and popular Music in the Park summer series.

The music festival will be on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith. Performers, food and beverage vendors, or businesses looking to sponsor should contact the Township by March 18 or go to southfrontenac.net/musicfestival to get in on the fun. The Township is also looking for volunteers for the event.

This is the second year for the...