Elgin County Council is pleased to announce the approval of its combined operating and capital budget for 2024, totaling $101.6 million. The budget, which was approved by Council at the March 12, 2024 County Council Meeting, reflects Council’s commitment to delivering essential services while managing fiscal challenges and fostering economic growth in the region.
The Elgin County Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of Madeleine Howard as its new Curator, effective April 2nd, 2024. Madeleine will succeed Mike Baker, who is set to retire at the end of March after years of dedicated service to the Museum. With a profound enthusiasm for preserving and sharing local history, Madeleine eagerly anticipates the opportunity to delve into Elgin County’s rich heritage. “I am very excited to get started in the role as the Museum’s next curator with the opportunity to showcase the many great stories relating to Elgin County’s history,” states Madeleine.
Elgin County is inviting community members to actively participate in the 2024 budget process. Residents will have the opportunity to review and provide feedback on the proposed 2024 Budget during the public consultation period taking place from February 8, 2024 to February 15, 2024.
Elgin County invites residents and visitors alike to witness the breathtaking total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024—a rare celestial event where the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, creating a captivating spectacle. This will be the first total solar eclipse in Ontario since 1979, and the next one is not anticipated until 2099, making this event truly extraordinary.
The County of Elgin is pleased to announce that our application for Legacy Wells funding from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry has been approved.
Elgin County Council met on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 to discuss several initiatives including: Homes Policies, hiring a Fire Training Coordinator, refreshing the County’s Brand, continued services with Medavie, and much more!
Elgin County Council has re-elected Ed Ketchabaw, Mayor of the Municipality of Bayham, as the Warden of Elgin County during its annual election meeting held on December 5, 2023. Warden Ketchabaw is set to continue his role as the head of Elgin County Council for the upcoming 2024 governance year.
Elgin County Council will meet on Wednesday, December 6th for their final Council meeting of 2023.
Elgin County Council’s Annual Warden’s Election will be held on Tuesday, December 5th, at 7:00 p.m. in the Elgin County Council Chambers.
Elgin County Council met on Tuesday, November 28th to discuss several initiatives including: Elder Abuse, a recap of the 2023 year at the Elgin County Museum, a new Library Membership & Circulation Policy, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, and much more!
