Ward Boundary Review Open Houses rescheduled for April 22 and 23

Severn is reviewing its ward boundaries to ensure it continues to be an effective and equitable system of representation that keeps pace with population growth.

Guiding principles for the review include:

• balancing present and future population distribution among the wards
• respecting established neighborhoods and communities
• respecting geographic features and defining natural and infrastructure boundaries.

Since the project was initiated in Fall 2024, the project team has completed research, hosted a Council workshop (October), led online and in-person engagement activities (interviews, surveys, and public open houses, Fall 2024), and provided interim reports to Council (Winter 2024 to 2025). 

On March 26, the consultant presented the Preliminary Options report to Council at the Corporate Services Committee meeting. The recording can be viewed on our YouTube channel.

Attend an open house

Public consultation is an essential piece of the review process. A ward boundary change means the lines dividing different neighbourhoods and areas of Severn may be redrawn. This can affect which area you vote in and who represents you on Severn Council and  influence how municipal decisions are made. 

Members of the public are invited to learn more about the project and contribute their thoughts to the preliminary ward boundary options. 

Registration is not required for the drop-in events. If you would like to participate in the virtual open house on Wednesday, April 23 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. you must register in advance by emailing the Clerk or by calling 705-325-2315 x232.

Take the survey

All residents of Severn are encouraged to complete the survey and provide feedback on the preliminary ward boundary options. 

Complete the survey

If you would prefer a paper copy of the survey those are available at:

• Administration Office, 1024 Hurlwood Lane
• Coldwater and District Community Centre, 11 Michael Anne Drive
• Washago Community Centre, 4361 Hamilton St
• Severn Township Public Library, 31 Coldwater Road

The survey will remain open until April 27, 2025. Please return any paper copies of the survey to our Administration Office by April 25 at 4:30 p.m.

Stay informed

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Contact us

Alison Gray
Director of Corporate Services / Clerk
Phone: 705-325-2315 x232
Email Alison