News for Central Manitoulin

  • Transfer Station Payment Changes Effective July 1, 2026

    The Municipality of Central Manitoulin would like to advise residents of an upcoming change to transfer station operations.

    Effective July 1, 2026, Municipal Transfer Stations will no longer accept payments onsite.

    Residents will be required to purchase all:

    • Garbage Bag Tags
    • Tipping Cards

    All garbage bag tags and tipping cards must be purchased in advance through the Municipal Office prior to attending any Municipal Transfer Station site.

    This change is being implemented to streamline operations and improve efficiency at transfer station locations.

    Municipal Office Information:

    Municipality of Central Manitoulin
    6032 Highway 542, Mindemoya, ON

    Office Hours:
    Monday to Friday
    8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

    Residents are encouraged to plan ahead and ensure they have the required tags or tipping cards before visiting a transfer station.

    For additional information, please contact the Municipal Office at 705-377-5726.
  • Reduced Load Restrictions Lifted

    Please be advised that Reduced Load Restrictions for the Municipality of Central Manitoulin have been lifted effective Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
  • Free Brush Drop Off at Providence Bay Transfer Station
    To support fire prevention and spring clean up, the Municipality of Central Manitoulin is pleased to offer residents waived tipping fees on clean brush brought to the Providence Bay Transfer Station during operating hours on the following dates:
    • May 21st, 23rd, and 24th, 2026
    • May 28th, 30th, and 31st, 2026
    Loads must be sorted and may contain clean brush only. Other transfer station fees and rules still apply.
  • Transfer Station Summer Hours in Effect
    Please be advised that the Providence Bay and Big Lake Transfer Stations will begin summer hours effective Saturday, May 23, 2026.
    The Providence Bay Transfer Station will be open:
    • Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays
    • 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
    The Big Lake Transfer Station will be open:
    • Saturdays and Sundays
    • 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
    These summer hours will remain in effect from the May long weekend through to the September long weekend.
  • Dock Installation and Repair Update

    Please be advised that the finger docks located at the Government Dock in Mindemoya will be installed once water levels allow for safe installations.

    The Lake Kagawong boat launch dock, located on Perivale Road West, is currently undergoing repairs due to seasonal weather damage and will be installed once repairs are complete.

    Staff are monitoring water levels and continuing dock repairs, and an update will be provided once available.

    Thank you for your patience and understanding.
  • Municipal Office Phone and Internet Interruptions for May 6th and 7th, 2026

    Due to a scheduled system upgrade, the Central Manitoulin Municipal Office will experience intermittent telephone and internet service on May 6th and 7th, 2026.

    This may affect some municipal services and response times during this period.

    We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete these improvements.
  • State of Emergency Lifted as of May 5th, 2026
    The Municipality of Central Manitoulin would like to inform residents and businesses that the State of Emergency has been officially lifted as of May 5th, 2026, at 2:30 pm.
    This marks an important step forward as conditions stabilize across the community. Municipal services and operations will continue returning to normal, with some monitoring and recovery work still ongoing in certain areas.
    We recognize the effort it took from all corners of the community to get to this point and thank everyone for their cooperation along the way.
  • Roads Committee Meeting Cancelled For May 5th, 2026

    Please be advised that the Roads Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 5th, 2026, has been cancelled.
  • State of Emergency Update as of April 23rd, 2026
    Over the past couple of weeks, our community has faced some incredibly challenging conditions. Through it all, residents, businesses, and volunteers came together in a way that truly reflects the strength and resilience of Central Manitoulin. The support, cooperation, and care shown for one another has not gone unnoticed.
    At this time:
    • All municipal roadways are open. However, some areas will continue to be monitored regularly by our Roads Department to ensure conditions remain safe.
    • The Ministry of Natural Resources will continue to monitor the Big Lake Dam and will advise the Municipality if any further operation of the Dam is required.
    • Municipal programming and facility rentals will resume as of Saturday, April 25th, 2026.
    • The Drinking Water Advisory has been lifted for the Town of Mindemoya as of Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026.
    With that being said, the State of Emergency remains in effect.
    While conditions may seem to have improved, we ask all residents and businesses to remain prepared should circumstances change.
    We are incredibly proud of how our community has responded - working together, supporting one another, and rising to meet these challenges head-on. Thank you to everyone who played a role in helping keep our community safe.
  • Drinking Water Advisory Lifted for the Town of Mindemoya
    Public Health Sudbury & Districts has officially lifted the Drinking Water Advisory that came into effect Sunday, April 12th, 2026, for all residents of the Town of Mindemoya who get their water from the Mindemoya Water Treatment System.
    Please note that with the advisory lifted and water service restored, the Municipal Office will now return to regular operating hours (Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm).
    What to do after a Drinking Water Advisory is lifted and before using the water:
    • Run cold water faucets or fountains for 5 minutes or until the water runs clear.
    • Run water softeners through a regeneration cycle.
    • Drain and refill hot water heaters.
    • Large-volume users may need to run cold water taps longer on first use.
    • To get rid of sediment, faucet screens should be removed, rinsed and put back in.
    For more information, please call Public Health Sudbury & Districts at 705.522.9200, ext. 464 (toll-free 1.866.522.9200) or visit phsd.ca.
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Municipality of Central Manitoulin
6020 Highway 542, P.O. Box 420
Mindemoya, ON P0P 1S0
Tel: 705-377-5726
Fax: 705-377-5585
Email Us
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM ET
Closed on statutory holidays

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