Tay Township News & Notes

September 2023

Upcoming Meetings



Heritage Committee Meeting

October 3rd at

2:00 p.m.


Horticulture Committee Meeting

October 10th at

2:00 p.m.


Community Policing Committee

October 10th at

7:00 p.m.


Committee of the Whole

October 11th at

9:00 a.m.


Library Board Meeting

October 17th at

1:00 p.m.


Committee of Adjustment Meeting

October 18th at

6:00 p.m.


Planning Public Meeting followed by Regular Council Meeting

October 25th at

6:30 p.m.


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Message from the Mayor

On August 19 Deputy Mayor Norris and I attended the Victoria Harbour Lions Club Golf Tournament, which helps to raise important funds for the community. On September 6 members of Council and Staff joined me at the Martyr Shrine Gala, it was a lovely event and provided us with the opportunity to bid farewell to Father Michael Knox and wish him all the best in his new assignment. I also attended a cheque presentation alongside the Tay Canada Day Committee, where they donated proceeds from their annual event to three very deserving organizations; Southern Georgian Bay Airboat Rescue, Victoria Harbour St Vincent de Paul Food Bank, and the GBGH Foundation to support the purchase of an MRI machine. I also walked alongside #TeamTay at the annual Terry Fox Run in the Heart of Georgian Bay, where the team raised over $650 for cancer research. It was a well-attended impactful day. Keep an eye on upcoming events within Tay Township by heading to tay.ca/events!

 

We had two important flag raisings at the Municipal Office this month. On September 5 Tay Township Council and Staff gathered to raise the flag for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in partnership with Candlelighters Simcoe. On September 29 we gathered to raise the Every Child Matters flag to honour and commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. I encourage residents to take the time to learn more about Orange Shirt Day and to recognize the impact of the residential school system, and reflect on how we can move forward, together. To read the proclamations on Childhood Cancer Awareness Month or the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation please visit tay.ca/news.

  

I look forward to the month ahead and I wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving weekend.

 

Until next time.

Mayor Ted Walker

We're Hiring!

Supervisor of Operational Services

We are looking for a Supervisor of Operations to join our growing and evolving Municipality and demonstrated enthusiasm for positively impacting the Corporation and our Community as one.


Review the full job description and apply at tay.ca/jobs.

*Application deadline October 6 at 4:00pm

Firefighter Recruitment

If you are looking for a rewarding way to serve your local community Tay Fire is actively recruiting Volunteer Firefighters. 


Tay Fire and Emergency Services has a full-time Fire Chief, a full-time Deputy Fire Chief/Fire Prevention Officer, a part-time Chief Training Officer, and 76 dedicated volunteer firefighters that are committed to the protection of the citizens of Tay.


For further information and to apply please visit tay.ca/fire.

The Application Deadline has been extended to October 20, 2023.

Fall has arrived in Tay Township!

Thank you to the following groups and volunteers for decorating Tay Township entrances for the Fall Season!

  • Victoria Harbour - Horticultural Committee  
  • Port McNicoll - Nadine Woods and Volunteers
  • Waubaushene - Talpines.ca Memebers
  • Waverley - Carol Mathews and Wendy Cairncross

The Township is looking very festive - great job #TeamTay!

Reminder!

Municipal Office Closed for Thanksgiving

The Municipal Office at 450 Park Street in Victoria Harbour will be closed on Monday, October 9 for Thanksgiving and will re-open on Tuesday, October 10 at 8:30am. For after-hours emergency service for Roads, Parks, Water & Wastewater, please call 705-526-5762.

Port Cafe

Thanksgiving Community Dinner

The wonderful Port Cafe is bringing back their Thanksgiving Community Dinner for the 3rd year in a row!


On October 7 between 3:00pm and 6:00pm "all of the fixings" will be available for dine-in (reservation only) or take-out/delivery.


Although this meal is being offered free of charge, donations are always appreciated. Please call during business hours to inquire 705-506-2233


Thank you Port Cafe for serving your community!

Tay Township's Grants and Donations

APPLY TODAY!

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS SEPTEMBER 30!


Eligible groups/organizations are invited to submit a request for community funding through Tay Township's Grants and Donations Program!


The deadline to apply is September 30!


For details and to apply visit tay.ca/grants

#TeamTay joins the Terry Fox Run in the Heart of Georgian Bay

#TeamTay made up of members of Council, Staff, and family members joined together for the 2023 Terry Fox Run in the Heart of Georgian Bay. This important event raises awareness for cancer and raises critical funds for cancer research.

Mayor Walker Proclaims September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in Tay Township

On September 5, Council and Staff gathered with Candlelighters Simcoe for a flag-raising to spread awareness for childhood cancer and to recognize the hard work of scientists, healthcare professionals, parent organizations, and volunteers who work to overcome childhood cancer and who provide aid to these families. Read the full proclamation at tay.ca/news

Township Raises Flag for the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

On September 29, Council, Staff and members of the community gathered at the Tay Township Municipal Office for a flag raising to recognize and commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30).


Residents are encouraged to wear orange on September 30 to raise awareness of the very tragic legacy of residential schools, and to honour the thousands of Survivors. Both the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day take place on September 30. Orange Shirt Day is an Indigenous-led grassroots commemorative day that honours the children who survived Indian Residential Schools and remembers those who did not.

Reminder! Cloudpermit now Available in Tay Township

Tay Township's Building Department officially launched its new e-permitting software Cloudpermit on August 15.


The Township has seen a large increase in the number of building permits submitted over the past two years. This new electronic process will be more accessible for the public, builders, and designers, and make obtaining a permit more efficient. Residents and businesses can use the online software to submit applications, seek approvals, and submit questions from the comfort of their homes/offices.


To access Cloudpermit and for a helpful "how to submit a building permit application" video, please visit tay.ca/building

Leaf and Yard Waste Collection

The County of Simcoe's curbside Leaf and Yard Waste Collection Program is set to start on October 2 in Zone One and October 9 in Zone Two (includes Tay Township), running bi-weekly into December with five collections per zone.


These bi-weekly collections include leaves, grass, branches (sized and bundled appropriately), and garden waste. Residents are reminded to use kraft paper yard waste bags, compostable bags, cardboard boxes, or open-ended rigid containers when placing leaf and yard waste at the curb. Learn more by visiting the Simcoe County website.

We hope everyone is having a great start to fall, and a good first month back at school! Do you have little ones not in school yet? If yes, then you need to stop by for our Storytime for Babies and Tots on Tuesdays!

 

October is a busy month at your Library, we have a draw for Ontario Public Library Week, two in-person crafts, a storytime take-home kit, and an event in Port McNicoll for Halloween you won't want to miss!

 

Did you know we have reciprocal borrowing with 8 local libraries?

If you are currently a member in good standing at your library, you are entitled to a free library membership at any of these libraries!

Clearview Public Library, Essa Public Library, Penetanguishene Public Library, Ramara Public Library, Severn Public Library, Springwater Public Library, Wasaga Beach Public Library, and Midland Public Library.

  

Full details of all our programming is available in our October Newsletter

If you would like to subscribe to our newsletter, click here and fill out the form. 

 

There is so much more in branch, don't take our word for it, plan to visit your Library today!

Seniors Advisory Committee Update

The Tay Township Seniors Advisory Committee has been busy planning and hosting events this month!


The Committee gathered for two FREE group pole walking events in September, and has extended the activity to include every Tuesday in October! Come and check it out.


Keep an eye out for two upcoming Seniors Talks, tentative dates are:

  • October 24
  • November 28

Times, topics, and full details will be shared once confirmed.


Learn more about the Committee by visiting tay.ca/seniors.

Southern Georgian Bay

Chamber of Commerce

Did you hear!? This summer Tay Township became a member of the Southern Georgian Bay Chamber of Commerce!


The SGB Chamber is a non-profit organization representing local business members in Simcoe County and surrounding area. Learn more by heading to the SGB Chamber website here.

Upcoming Community Events

Wye Marsh Activities

Calling all Ghosts, Goblins, Fairies, and creatures of the night!


On October 29 from 10:00 am to 2:00pm, put on your Halloween best and explore our trails at Wye Marsh. Learn more here!

Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons

Hometown Harvest Festival


Dates: October 7 and 8, 2023 (Thanksgiving weekend)

Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Address: Sainte-Marie among the Hurons (16164 Highway 12 East, Midland) Learn more here.

Victoria Harbour Legion

Keep up with events happening this fall in Tay Township by visiting tay.ca/events

A Message from Tay Township

Fire and Emergency Services

September 28 was the first Test Your Smoke Alarm day! As part of Test Your Smoke Alarm Day, all Ontarians are encouraged to learn more about smoke alarms, fire safety, and home fire escape planning, which can save the lives of you and your loved ones. Most importantly, we want you to test your smoke alarms.


Learn more by visiting tay.ca/fire or savedbythebeep.ca

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450 Park Street, PO Box 100

Victoria Harbour, ON L0K 2A0


Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone: 705-534-7248

Fax: 705-534-4493

www.tay.ca

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