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Homeowners in South Frontenac looking to build a basement apartment, in-law suite or rental unit may find it easier to understand what’s required now that new bylaws have been passed for additional dwelling units in the Township.

We are now hiring for a variety of summer student positions. The deadline to apply is February 25, 2024. See the Careers page of our website for details on all job postings. Applicants must have been attending school in 2024 to apply. We are once again pleased to offer reimbursement for National Lifeguard & Water Safety Instructor certifications.

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.

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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.

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

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.

At the December 19, 2023 Council meeting, Charlene Godfrey, Councillor, Bedford District, submitted her resignation from Township of South Frontenac Council effective December 19, 2023. 

South Frontenac Township Council has passed its 2024 budget. The Total Operating and Capital Budget of $44,553,398 million represents a 2.74% increase to the average household or $47.04 a year*.

Our Township offices will be closed Friday Dec 22nd at noon and reopen on Tuesday, January 2nd, 2023 at 8 am.

For after hours emergencies such as trees down on roads, please call (613) 376-3027 and follow the instructions to speak with our after hours service. Please don’t email us, call a specific extension, or post issues requiring a response on social media —these channels are not monitored after hours.