Township of Centre Wellington
1 MacDonald Square N0B 1S0 Elora, ON, Canada

Extreme cold or winter temperature fluctuations can freeze water pipes. Check out some important tips below!

CW now has 7 cases of COVID-19 in our community. Please do your part. Stay home, stay safe and help slow the spread.

We cannot wait, only 1 more sleep to get your sip and shop on in Downtown Fergus!

We are in the final phase of the Cultural Heritage Landscape Study. The report was presented to Council, detailing the process undertaken to date, a list of identified CHLs & recommendations. Review and input by the public can be provided here by Jan. 29: bit.ly/3g67nm5

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Starlight Shopping starts today in Elora! And we have made it easier for shoppers by closing the streets from 9 a.m. today until tomorrow night (Friday) at 9 p.m. #HappyShopping #Shoplocal #Supportlocal #EloraBIA

In case you missed The Grand 101.1 spot this morning, I gave a brief update on the County's COVID cases and talked about a couple decisions we made at Council yesterday.

In case you missed The Grand 101.1 spot this morning, I focused on our raising COVID cases in Wellington County. We need to get these numbers down or we risk pu...lling the whole region into red. We need everyone to follow a few simple rules right now - maintain physical distancing, limit close contact to those you live with and wear a mask. #SlowTheSpread2StayOutOfRed See more

The Sportsplex Weight Room is open, with many changes to ensure the safety of our patrons and staff. Visitors must pre-register for a weight room time slot prior to entering the facility, and more time slots have been added to meet your needs. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3535LEJ

Our MOSSA Fitness classes are proven to get you moving! Check out our fitness class schedule, starting this weekend, Saturday and Sunday classes are available! There are many awesome classes available so pre-register here to avoid disappointment: https://bit.ly/3mmoBxB

Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph has 27 ICU beds. Today, 25 are in use for a population of 308,963. Please continue to follow all Public Health guidelines. Do your part. Slow the spread.

There is no better time than now to shop, eat and support local

Enbridge Gas and Centre Wellington Fire Rescue announced they are working to improve home safety and bring fire and carbon monoxide-related deaths down to zero. CW Fire Rescue, thanks to an amazing donation from Enbridge Gas, received 240 combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms through Project Zeroa public education campaign that will provide 7,500 alarms to residents in 35 municipalities across Ontario. This year, Enbridge Gas invested $225,000 in Project Zero, and ove...r the past 12 years, the program has provided more than 50,000 alarms to Ontario fire department. Read the full media release here: https://bit.ly/3neIiZl

Cases of COVID-19 are increasing and many are being acquired from friends and family in a home setting. Read the full letter from Dr. Mercer on how we can keep ourselves and each other safe: https://bit.ly/36IjjGp

After weeks of preparation, the ice will ready on Oct. 5 on all three ice surfaces in Centre Wellington. Staff have prepared an FAQ and a welcome back video so patrons know what to expect, view it at www.connectcw.ca. Read the media release here: https://bit.ly/30oTCIx

Ice rentals will be available for Centre Wellington residents only. Residents of Centre Wellington can contact the Recreation Department to reserve ice starting today. Ice bookings will start as of Wednesday December 16 at the Elora Community Centre. Please contact us by email at [email protected] to coordinate an ice booking. In Red Control level, ice use is reduced to 10 participants plus coaching staff. No games or scrimmages, only skills and training are permitted. Participants must be 2 meters apart while on the ice and while in the facility.

If you have a few spare hours - we could use your help! #WinterRinks

COVID-19 Update: The Fergus Grand Theatre will continue to be closed for the remainder of the 2020 calendar year. We are in the process of rescheduling perform...ances and notifying patrons. Thank you for your ongoing patience and support. We look forward to seeing you at the theatre in 2021. From Theatre Coordinator, Eric Goudie: "We take this decision with heavy hearts, and a keen awareness of the vital role that the arts in general and the theatre in particular plays in our community. We also know that we're not alone - many theatres, concert halls, and other performing arts centres across Canada remain closed, or operating at dramatically reduced seating capacities. However, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Our industry is coming together like never before, joining forces to ensure that performing artists, and the venues they play in, will still be around when it's safe to gather in large numbers once again. Rest assured, we will be back." Read the full message: https://conta.cc/33gMAHW

Celebrate Safe Communities Day on October 1 by helping reduce the number of preventable injuries that are happening in our community. #Take10wellington and giv...e yourself 10 minutes extra to drive your kids to school to prevent speeding and aggressive driving; Take an extra 10 minutes cleaning up clutter in your home, preventing a fall; Take 10 to meditate to ground yourself and improve your mental healthThe sky is the limit! #staysafe #whatis10minutes? See more

REMINDER: Wellington County is in the Orange-Control level of the Province’s COVID-19 response framework, but if our rates continue to rapidly increase, we could be moved into the Red-Control level and see increased limits on gatherings, recreation & sports programs, indoor dining and much more. Please adhere to Public Health guidelines such as wearing a mask, washing your hands, limit and limit your close contacts so we can get through this safely and together.

Pickleball has resumed at the CW Sportsplex! However, under Ontario’s new COVID-19 category system, we are in orange which means the game will resume by pre-registering and in a one on one format (2 players per court). Pre-register now: https://bit.ly/3prjFda

Although it looks nice out - it's another chilly day in CW. Our staff have officially closed our splash pads. Thanks for a great season, we look forward to next year!

Starting October 1, leaf and yard waste will be accepted FREE of charge at all County waste facilities and curbside collection in URBAN areas will begin at the end October. Regular fees apply for wood, brush, and commercial loads. Visit www.wellington.ca/yardwaste for more details.

Good morning CW! Our plow operators had a very difficult time plowing our Township streets over the last 24 hours due to many cars parked on the streets, especially overnight. Please remember there is no on-street parking from 2-6 a.m. Help us out, so we can help you.

Wondering when to place your yard waste bags out for pickup? The County has finalized the Leaf and Yard Waste pickup dates. All leaves must be bagged or in containers for pickup. Questions - pls contact Wellington County SWS here: https://bit.ly/3hQqFex

Senior Fitness Classes at the CW Sportsplex have begun, and registration is now open! We have made changes to how we will run fitness classes to ensure participants are safe and physically distanced. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2ZZVPKk

During yesterday's Council meeting, Medical Officer of Health Dr. Mercer presented, addressing a number of questions about COVID-19, mask wearing, and why we need to maintain physical distancing. (presentation begins at 5 min mark) https://bit.ly/348vfA1

In case you missed The Grand 101.1 spot this morning, I briefly touched on some of the comments made by Dr. Mercer, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health Medical Officer, at our Township Council meeting yesterday. #WearAMaskPlease

We're hiring! The Township is seeking a permanent full-time Wastewater Operator and Winter Control Operators. For full job descriptions and to apply, please visit bit.ly/304Hn3F

Until Oct 8 annual watermain flushing will take place. To reduce inconvenience, flushing will occur between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m., Sun to Thurs. If discoloured water is experienced after watermain flushing, visit bit.ly/3kOH3hG for tips. See flushing map:

Let's prevent the further escalation of #COVID-19 now. It takes all of us to keep numbers low. Take action to protect ourselves, our loved ones and our communit...ies. Take every measure to help prevent the spread of illness to others. #physicaldistance2m #maskup #washhands #smallsocialcircles of the #10samepeople #wecandothis #keeptransmission #slowandlow https://bit.ly/3jrYzre See more

Hey #WellingtonCounty! Don't forget to place your order this Thursday, October 1, to receive FREE trees from the #GreenLegacy in 2021. Species sell out fast so place your order early! For more details visit www.wellington.ca/treeorders

Congrats and thank you Councillor Dunsmore! #cwproud

When you see a vehicle with a green flashing light - please pull over! It's a volunteer firefighter responding to a call. By pulling over you allow the firefighter to get to the station quicker so that they can help someone in need.

Looking for something to do this weekend? Public swims are open, and we want you to make a splash in our pool! Swims take place on Fridays 6:30-7:30pm, Saturdays at 1 and 2pm and Sundays at 2 and 3pm. Pre registration is required, book your swim now! https://bit.ly/307XdL4

Between Sept 27 & Oct 8 annual watermain flushing will take place. To reduce inconvenience, flushing will occur between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m., Sun to Thurs. If discoloured water is experienced after watermain flushing, visit https://bit.ly/3kOH3hG for tips. See flushing map:

It's a great weekend ahead to #ShopLocal in our amazing downtowns! For those coming to Elora, street closures take place from 9 a.m. Saturday morning to 9 p.m. on Sunday evening. In Fergus, Provost Lane remains closed, acting as patio space allowing residents to grab lunch and enjoy an outdoor dining experience. #Happyshopping #Supportlocal