Municipality of Highlands East

10/30/2026

There is still time to apply to become a Highlands East volunteer firefighter!

No experience necessary. Training and certification provided. Get paid for your time on calls and in training.

If you are 18 or older, hold a valid Ontario Class G driver's licence, and live or work in an area served by one of our stations, apply online at https://highlandseast.ca/FD-Volunteer

The Highlands East Fire Department is recruiting volunteer firefighters. No experience necessary. Paid training and certification. Apply online today.

10/29/2026

👻🍬 **WILBERFORCE, ARE YOU READY FOR HALLOWEEN?**

We're getting ready for Trunk or Treat at Agnew's Parking Lot!

Still thinking about bringing your vehicle? **DO IT!** 😁

No need to register. No need to decorate. Just grab some treats, bring your vehicle and join us!

And for all the little trick-or-treaters — get those costumes ready!

🎃 Saturday, October 31
🕔 Starting at 5 PM
📍 Agnew's Parking Lot

**Let's see how many trunks we can fill that parking lot with!** 🚗🎃

10/27/2026

The unofficial results of the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election have been posted.

Results for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election in Highlands East.

10/26/2026

10/26/2026

Please be advised that municipal staff will begin routine flushing of hydrants on Tuesday, October 27th, 2026, until approximately Monday, November 2nd, 2026.

The hydrants will be flushed during regular business hours, between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.

You may experience low pressure and/or discolored water, and we recommend that you run your cold water tap until the water is clear before running your hot water. If the water is discolored, we recommend not doing laundry until the water is clear.

For further information please contact the municipal office on 613-339-2442.

We appreciate your cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience.

Municipal staff will be flushing hydrants during normal business hours between October 27 and November 2.

10/26/2026

📢 Election Day is here! There’s still time to cast your ballot. Eligible voters can cast their ballot by telephone or internet from the comfort of home by telephone or internet before 8:00 p.m. tonight.

Every vote matters, so be sure to cast your vote before the deadline

✅ Need assistance with voting, haven't received your Voter Information Letter, or need be added to the Voters List? Get in touch with the Election Team!

🛟 Election Help Centre

705-448-2981 ext 455
[email protected]
Lloyd Watson Centre
2249 Loop Rd, Wilberforce

Monday October 26: 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m

When visiting the Election Help Centre, please bring:
✅Your Voter Information Letter (containing your unique PIN)
✅Identification showing your name and address

Staff will verify your eligibility before providing voting assistance.

10/25/2026

📢 Election Day is tomorrow!

There’s still time to make your voice heard. Voting closes at 8:00 p.m. on October 26, 2026. Eligible voters can cast their ballot by telephone or internet from the comfort of home.

Have your say. Be sure to cast your vote by the deadline!

✅Need assistance with voting, haven't received your Voter Information Letter, or need be added to the Voters List? Get in touch with the Election Team!

🛟Election Help Centre
705-448-2981 ext 455
[email protected]
Lloyd Watson Centre
2249 Loop Rd, Wilberforce

Monday October 26: 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m

When visiting the Election Help Centre, please bring:

✅Your Voter Information Letter (containing your unique PIN)
✅Identification showing your name and address

Staff will verify your eligibility before providing voting assistance.

10/24/2026

📢 Only a few days left to vote in the Municipal and School Board Election! Voting closes October 26, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. Eligible voters can vote by telephone or internet anytime that is convenient for you until 8:00pm on October 26.

Vote early, vote now!

✅Need assistance with voting, haven't received your Voter Information Letter, or need to be added to the Voters List? Get in touch with the Election Team!

🛟Election Help Centre
705-448-2981 ext 455
[email protected]
Lloyd Watson Centre
2249 Loop Rd, Wilberforce

Monday October 26: 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m

When visiting the Election Help Centre, please bring:

✅Your Voter Information Letter (containing your unique PIN)
✅Identification showing your name and address

Staff will verify your eligibility before providing voting assistance.

10/23/2026

As of 4:00 p.m. on October 23, 2026 approximately 19.42% of voters have voted! This is up from 17.27% on Thursday.

As we approach Election Day, a reminder that eligible electors can continue to vote online or by telephone through the weekend using the PIN received in their voter information letter.

🗳️Voting by internet and telephone is open until Monday, October 26, 2026, at 8:00 p.m.

✅Need assistance with voting, haven't received your Voter Information Letter, or be added to the Voters List? Get in touch with the Election Team!

🛟Election Help Centre

705-448-2981 ext 455
[email protected]
Lloyd Watson Centre
2249 Loop Rd, Wilberforce

Monday October 26: 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m


When visiting the Election Help Centre, please bring:
✅Your Voter Information Letter (containing your unique PIN)
✅Identification showing your name and address

10/23/2026

Our firefighters are your neighbours.

The Highlands East Fire Department relies on volunteer firefighters who live and work in the communities they protect. When the pager sounds, they leave their homes and workplaces to help someone in need. Join a team that is proud to serve Highlands East.

Pictured: Volunteer firefighters run their burger tent at the Agricultural Fair.

Learn more and apply online at https://highlandseast.ca/FD-Volunteer