Message from the Mayor
The warmer weather isn't the only thing to look forward to this spring! Back by popular demand are the St Patty's Day Party, The Bunny Run and Pitch-in Week (pg 8) The Museum also has a full line up of events and workshops to keep you busy and learning this spring (pg 9)
Spring means the start of the construction season The Town has some major projects taking place this year including the first phase of the Robert Simpson Park Refresh, the new and improved skateboard park, dog park and of course some road construction Learn about these projects and potential impacts on page 3
Spring is also the time to make sure you and your family are safe. See page 10 for new carbon monoxide regulations and to ensure you and your family are prepared for an emergency Have a wonderful spring and remember I am only a phone call or email away!
Lisa McGee, Mayor lmcgee@arnprior.ca
| 613-623-4231 ext. 1815
Council and Advisory Committee Meetings
Did you know that meetings of Council and its Advisory Committees are open to the public? Meeting packages can be found at arnprior ca/meetings You can also watch Council meetings at arnprior ca/youtube
Upcoming Council Meetings:
March 9 and 23, 2026
April 13 and 27, 2026
May 11 and 25, 2026
Upcoming Committee Meetings:
Culture + Diversity Advisory Committee: March 2, April 7 and May 4, 2026
Accessibility + Age Friendly Advisory Committee: March 4, April 1, and May 6, 2026
Environmental Advisory Committee: March 16, April 20, and May 19, 2026
Residential Billing Due Dates:
Water/Wastewater: March 31 and May 29, 2026
Tax Installment: May 29, 2026
Questions about your utility account? Contact: utility billing@arnprior ca or 613-623-4231 ext 1825
Questions about your property tax account? Contact: taxation@arnprior ca or 613-623-4231 ext 1824
Payment options:
In-person by cash, debit, or cheque at 105 Elgin Street West (Monday to Friday from 8:30am – 4:30pm)
Online banking, add ‘Town of Arnprior – water’ as a Payee and your 13-digit account number or ‘Town of Arnprior – Property Tax’ as a Payee and your 19-digit account number.
Pre-authorized payment plan (PAP) learn more and sign up at www.arnprior.ca/waterbills or www.arnprior.ca/taxbills
iCity online portal
You can now access your property tax account info and your utility (water/wastewater) account info online. Come income tax time; you will be able to print your utility statements and property tax statements for 2025, if needed. To get your account set up:
Get your most recent tax or utility bill and visit https://icity arnprior ca/ Click on ‘Instructions’ and follow the step-by-step guide to register your account using:
1 Your roll number (dropping the 4702 at the beginning, using the remaining 15-digits) and pin provided on your most recent property tax bill; or
2.Your 13-digit utility account number and pin provided on your most recent water/wastewater bill.
Winter parking restrictions will end on March 31, 2026
The Town would like to thank residents for adhering to winter parking restrictions which has allowed the Town to properly maintain the safety of our roadways throughout the winter season.
Municipal Election – October 26, 2026
Every four years a municipal election takes place in the Town of Arnprior to elect the Mayor and other Council positions (Deputy Mayor and Councillor) as well as school board trustees The next municipal election takes place on October 26, 2026 The first step is to ensure you are on the voters list: https://vreg registertovoteon ca/en/home
DidYouKnow?
Inordertorunanytypeof lottery/raffleyourequirealicense?
Charitableandnot-for-profit organizationsareeligibletoconduct lotterieswithinthe ProvinceofOntarioLotterieswith prizesupto$50,000arelicenced throughtheClerk’sOfficeLearn moreatwwwarnpriorca/lotteries
Road Safety Crosswalks and Crossing Guards
Everyone should be alert while approaching crosswalks Always follow road signage and the directions of crossing guards, by-law enforcement officers and other law enforcement personnel
Please be respectful to crossing guards; They are responsible for the safe movement of pedestrians across the crosswalks and streets in Town.
Albert Street Cemetery
Two of these projects will have access, noise and parking impacts on the Albert Street Cemetery. Learn more at arnprior.ca/cemetery
2026 Projects
Here are some of the major construction projects taking place this year.
Robert Simpson Park Refresh
The upper park refresh will include landscaping, pathways, lighting, play structure, swingset and splashpad
Sewer Upsizing/Albert St. Reconstruction
Upsizing of sanitary sewer on a portion of Daniel St. N., Full reconstruction of Albert St.. Reconstruction of Ewen St..
New and Improved Skate Park
Construction of new Skateboard Park in a new location adjacent to Nick Smith Centre
Clearwell #1 Reconstruction
Demolish the existing 1967 water storage tank to reconstruct a similarly sized tank in the same location
Dog Park
A dog park will be constructed at McLean Park as outlined in the Recreation and Parks Master Plan
Rolling Road Rehab
Resurfacing of Hartney Street, Jack Crescent, and Ida Street from William to Alicia
Madawaska Boulevard Sidewalks
Sidewalk extensions/multi use pathway along both sides of Madawaska boulevard from Decosta Street to Laird Street.
Learn more about these projects at arnprior.ca/engage
Recreation
Nick Smith Centre | 77 James Street
613-623-7301 | recreation@arnprior ca
Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Learn more about any of our programs and register at www.arnprior.ca/registrtaion
Youth Club
A membership based club aimed to make sport and recreation accessible to all youth. $10 per month provides you free access to:
Youth Nights
Junior Youth Nights
Craft Programs
Drop-In Sport Programs
Pickleball: Sunday - Thursday
Badminton: Sunday, Tuesday or Wednesday Table Tennis: Sunday, Monday or Friday
Nick Smith Centre Community Hall
Resident: $4 | Non-Resident: $6 Times vary please visit arnprior ca/programs for more details
Preschool Programs
LittleMoversProgram
Friday|Weekly
NickSmithCentre|10:00am-11:30am $2drop-in
Parent-accompaniedprogramforchildren6months+ toroamaround,playandinteractwithothers There arealsooptionalplannedcraftsandcolouringpages.
PreschoolExplorers|2+
Mondays|Wednesdays
NickSmithCentre|10:00am-12:00pm
Resident:$8/day|Non-Resident:$12/day
Getyourlittleonesreadyforschoolwithfreeplay, socializationandstructuredprograms.
Seasonal Events
Members also receive subsidized access ($3/day) to Afterschool Programming:
Monday at St John XXIII School
Tuesday at the Seniors Active Living Centre
Wednesday at Steelheads and Strikes ($6/day)
Thursday at the Museum
Visit Arnprior.ca/YouthClub to jo
Older Adults Club
Membership based programming providing access programs such as: Pilates
Beach Yoga
Light Weight Workout
Line Dancing
Fun Fit Dance
Monthly Sport Courses
Coffee & Cards
Monthly events chosen by members $1 off senior swims
Purchase an annual membership for $10 per month or seasonal membership for $15 per month. Non-resident rates apply.
Pick up a schedule at the Nick Smith Centre or visit Arnprior.ca/OlderAdultsClub
TownofArnpriorSecondarySchoolBursaryProgram
TheTownofArnpriorSecondarySchoolBursaryProgramrecognizeseligiblesecondaryschoolstudents, residingintheTownofArnprior,whoareworkingtowardssuccessfulcompletionoftheirOntarioSecondary SchoolDiploma(OSSD)andarecontinuingwithpost-secondaryeducationThesebursariesareawardedbythe TownofArnpriortorecognizeoutstandingstudents,ingoodstanding,whosepostsecondaryeducationwill allowthemtoconsiderafuturecareerinafieldrelatedtomunicipalgovernment.
StudentswholiveinArnpriorareencouragedtoapplyfor1ofthe4bursariesoffered.Eligiblestudents,please fillouttheapplicationformanddropitoffatTownHallorscanandemailtheformtoclerks@arnpriorcaThe deadlineforsubmissionsisatnoononMay31,2026
Camp
March Break Camp
Daily Themes and Recreational Activities
Ages 4-12
March 16-20: 8:30am-3:30pm
Extended hours option ($75): 7:45am-4:30pm
Location: Nick Smith Centre
Resident: $22500, Non-Resident: $33750
Visit Arnprior.ca/MarchBreak to register
PA Day Camp
Full day of recreation activities such as swimming, skating, crafting, and more
Ages 4-12
May 15, 2026 8:30 - 4:00 pm
June 5, 2026 8:30 - 4:00 pm
Location: Nick Smith Centre
Resident: $45, Non-Resident: $67.50 /per camp
Registration opens March 2 for summer camps
Camp Wanna-Go
Weekly themes to keep things interesting, but every week includes swimming, skating, bowling, a trip to the movies and playing at parks and splashpads
Ages 4-10
June 29 - Aug 28, Monday-Friday: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Extended hours option ($75): 7:45am-4:30pm
Location: Nick Smith Centre
Resident: $225 00, Non-Resident: $337 50 per week
Museum Experimentation Station
Where kids build, create, and try something new, from cardboard castles, to beginner filmmaking, and outdoor activities
Ages 4-10
June 29 - Aug 28, Monday-Friday: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Extended hours option ($75): 7:45am-4:30pm
Location: Arnprior and District Museum
Resident: $225.00, Non-Resident: $337.50 per week
Summer Sports Programs
Registration is now open for all programs at arnprior ca/programs
YouthBallHockey
NickSmithCentre
6:00pm-7:00pm
Ages6-12|10Weeks
AllYouthPrograms:
Resident|$75
Non-Resident|$112.50
YouthBeachVolleyball
RobertSimpsonPark
6:00pm-7:00pm
Ages10-15|10Weeks
McLeanBallDiamonds
6:00pm-7:00pm
Ages4-7|8Weeks
YouthPickleball
SullivanRinkofDreams
7:30pm-8:30pm
Ages8-13|8Weeks Skateboarding
SullivanRinkofDreams
5:00pm-7:00pm
Ages4-12 MonthlyRegistration
BeginnerBeach
Volleyball(6v6)
RobertSimpsonPark
7:00pm-8:00pm
Ages16+| 10Weeks
Teams: Resident|$450
Non-Resident|$675
Individual:
Resident|$75
Non-Resident|11250
DragonBoating
Marina
6:00-6:45pm
Resident:$120
Non-Resident:$180
AdvancedBeach
Volleyball(6v6)
RobertSimpsonPark
6:00pm-8:00pm Ages16+|10Weeks
Teams: Resident|$450
Non-Resident|$675
Individual: Resident|$75
Non-Resident|11250
AdvancedBeach
Volleyball(4v4)
RobertSimpsonPark
6:00pm-8:00pm
Ages16+|10Weeks
Teams: Resident|$350
Non-Resident|$525
Individual: Resident|$75
Non-Resident|11250
Aquatics
The spring swimming lesson schedule will be available online beginning March 14 at arnprior ca/swimming
AquaFitness,Greyfish, AdultandPrivateLessonRegistration:
Resident:OpensMarch16at9:00am
Non-Resident:OpensMarch18at9:00am
Children'sLessonRegistration:
Resident:OpensMarch31at9:00am
Non-Resident:OpensApril2at9:00am
Many programs fill within minutes Residents are encouraged to create an online account in advance, review registration details, and register online for the best chance at securing a spot Register at arnprior ca/registration
AquaFitness
Refreshyourfitnessroutinewithoneofourpopularaqua fitnessclasses.Designedforallagesandabilities,waterbasedworkoutsareeasyonthejointswhilestilldelivering aheart-pumpingworkout
Classesareoffered7daysaweek,withmanydrop-in optionsavailable.NowonSaturdaysandSundaystoo!
Aquafit|ExcelWaterFit|AquaJogging|AquaBootCamp
Greyfish Masters Swim Club
The Greyfish Masters Swim Club is open to adults 18 years and older who want to improve edurance, technique and overall fitness. Ideal for lap swimmers, triathletes, and those preparing for masters competitions
This program focuses on stroke efficiency and speed and runs April through June.
Become a Lifeguard
Step 1: Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid - April - June, Sundays 5:00 pm-8:00 pm
Step 2: Bronze Cross - April - June, Sundays 5:00 pm-8:00 pm
Step 3: Lifesaving Swim Instructor with Lifesaving Instructor - April 24-26 and May 1-3
Step 4: National Lifeguard (Pool) - March 16-20, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm (excluding March 17)
Recertification: Bronze Cross - March 8, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Recertification: National Lifeguard (Pool) - March 20, 1:00 - 6:00 pm
Pool Memberships and Fees
Memberships Pool memberships offer unlimited access to: lane swims, public swims, toonie swims, parent and tot swims, senior swims, and therapy swims
Memberships run January 1 to December 31 and are prorated based on purchase date
& under) and Seniors (60+)
Swimming, skating and shinny schedules change on PD days (May 15, June 5), March Break and statutory holidays.
Public Skate and Shinny Schedule
April 1 - May 15, 2026
There is no cost for skate times in coloured text
Schedule subject to change
Always check online prior to arriving arnprior ca/skating
Anyone participating in Shinny Hockey or Shinny Ringette must complete a free Shinny Membership, which includes an annual waiver Completing the waiver in advance ensures quick and easy access to the arena Sign up and pay before you play at arnprior ca/skating
Public Swimming
Effective April 11, 2026
Coloured text indicates the swim is in half the pool
Schedule subject to change Always check online prior to arriving arnprior ca/swimming
Non-swimmers aged 10 and under and all children aged 5 and under must be accompanied by a participating guardian at least 16 years of age who is responsible for the direct supervision of the child and always swimming within arm ’ s reach Children aged 6 to 10 must be tested to demonstrate their ability to swim 2 pool widths uninterrupted to be permitted to swim unaccompanied or in the deep end
Upcoming Events
Mar 14
The Bunny Run
Time:12:00pm
St. Paddy’s Party
1:00-4:00pm(FamilyEvent),8:00-11:00pm LiveMusic,GreenBeer,DancingandCostumes $20pershow
Location:RobertSimpsonPark
Take part in our egg hunt in the morning
Runorwalka2k,5kor10kroutethroughtheheartofArnprior.ThisEasterweekend raceisidealfornovicerunnersorthemorecompetitiverunnerslookingtowarmup beforeabusysummerofcompetition. Fees:Adult$65,Youth$55
Apr 27 -May 3
Apr 4
Pitch-In Week
Duringthisweek,thepubliccanparticipateineventsorpick-upakittohelpcleanup ourcommunity WeareendingtheweekoffwiththeGreatArnpriorTrashHunton May3 Keepaneyeonorsocialsorwebsitetogetinvolved
Landfill Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri: 9am 3:30pm Sat: 9am 1pm Landfill Closures: April 18, Friday Good Friday April 21, Monday – Easter Monday May 18, Monday Victoria Day
Arnprior + District Museum
Papier-Mâché Workshop
Yulia Shtern builds beautiful multicoloured sculptures of animals using recycling Come make your own sculpture alongside her and her art work Let’s transform our recycled materials into a magical zoo!
Free | All ages | 10:00 - 11:30 am
Iranian egg painting
Mar 29
Apr 4
Join Saba Zamani to paint your own eggs like they do in Iran. Learn about the 4000 year-old Iranian egg painting tradition that celebrates Nowruz (Persian New Year/Spring Equinox) with a remarkable artist
Free | All ages | 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Fiber Art Workshops
Sundays in May we are inviting Jenny Croft to help us build a community of fiber folks in Arnprior! Jenny will walk us through processing fibre, spinning, and weaving on the using wool donated by a local sheep farmer!
Registration required | $10 per person/workshop 18+ | May 17, 24, and 31 | 1:00 - 3:00 pm
May 30
May
Noche Vibes
Explore healing practices from different traditions throughout the day and into the evening at our new Día y Noche edition of Vibefest. Yoga, breath, music, and dance.
Free | All ages | 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Emergency Preparedness Week May 3-9, 2026
How much water does your family need for 72 hours?
Experience has shown it can take 72 hours or more to mobilize a significant relief effort during an emergency. Canadians are encouraged to be prepared to cope on their own for at least the first 72 hours – that’s 3 days – of an emergency This lets emergency workers focus on people in urgent need
Water is a vital resource that you need to have for all family members and pets In an emergency, you may have no water coming from taps, or the water may not be safe to consume Access to a store isn’t always possible, and water stock at stores may be depleted quickly. It is estimated that a person will need roughly 2 litres for drinking and 2 litres for food preparation/hygiene daily For a 3-day (72-hour) period, this equals 12 litres (3 gallons) per person The standard 24 bottle case you can buy at any store is 12 liters of water
Keep water in a cool, dry place and replace it annually.
Use smaller bottles for easier handling.
Include water purification tablets or unscented household chlorine bleach in the kit. Ensure extra water is allotted for pets.
# of people in household
12 litres of water
litres of water
This is what you should have on hand for your 72 hour kit
This emergency preparedness week the Town is challenging you to prep enough water for your household incase of an emergency.
Share a picture to social media with the hashtag #arnpriorprepared to encourage others.
See what else should be in your 72 hour kit at www.getprepared.gc.ca
New Carbon Monoxide Alarm Rules
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odourless, and deadly gas Keeping your family safe means ensuring you have working CO alarms properly installed in your home New requirements came into effect on January 1, 2026, that expand where CO alarms must be placed in existing homes
Does your home, cottage or rental have:
A fuel-burning appliance (like a furnace, water heater, or stove that uses natural gas, propane, oil, or wood)
A fireplace
An attached garage
Air for heating that comes from a fuel-burning appliance not contained within the home (e.g., an appliance in a utility shed).
If you checked any of the above you must install a CO alarm in these two locations:
1 Adjacent to each sleeping area (near all bedrooms)
2 On every storey (floor) of your home, including storeys that do not have a sleeping area
The Best BBQs are Fire Safe
1 2 3
Clean rust and debris from burner ports
Check for damaged hoses
Apply a water/soapmix to all connections.
Bubbles means there’s a leak
Safety Tips:
Propane and charcoal BBQ grills should only be used outdoors. The grill should be placed well away from the home, deck railings and out from under eaves and overhanging branches. Keep children and pets at least three feet away from the grill area
Keep your grill clean by removing grease or fat buildup from the grill and in trays below the grill
Never leave your grill unattended
Always make sure your gas grill lid is open before lighting it
Charcoal Grills
There are several ways to get the charcoal ready to use Charcoal chimney starters allow you to start the charcoal using newspaper as a fuel
If you use a starter fluid, use only charcoal starter fluid Never add charcoal fluid or any other flammable liquids to the fire
Keep charcoal fluid out of the reach of children and away from heat sources. There are also electric charcoal starters, which do not use fire. Be sure to use an extension cord for outdoor use.
When you are finished grilling, let the coals completely cool before disposing in a metal container.
Propane Grills
Check the gas tank hose for leaks before using it for the first time each year by applying a light soap and water solution to the hose and look for bubbles
If your grill has a gas leak, by smell or the soapy bubble test, and there is no flame, turn off the gas tank and grill If the leak stops, get the grill serviced by a professional before using it again If the leak does not stop, call the fire department
If you smell gas while cooking, immediately get away from the grill and call the fire department Do not move the grill
Did you know you need a permit for all open air burning?
Get your free permit today at www arnprior ca/burnpermit
