Media Releases

Town of Midland Hires new Chief Administrative Officer

The Town of Midland is pleased to announce the hiring of a new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Rhonda Bunn, a seasoned senior executive with extensive experience in innovation, change management and strategic oversight, will join the Town as its top administrator on Monday, July 17, 2023.

“Council is excited to welcome Rhonda to this critical leadership role in our municipality,” said Town of Midland Mayor, Bill Gordon.  “Her years of practical experience in both provincial and municipal...

Wheel-y Successful First Annual Town of Midland Public Works Palooza

The Town of Midland hosted an overwhelmingly successful and first-ever Public Works Palooza in celebration of National Public Works Week on Saturday May 27th, 2023, where community members from all around North Simcoe received a close-up look at what goes on in the world of public works.

The event showcased the hard work and achievements of the Town's dedicated Operations department, the unsung heroes who provide vital road and maintenance services to keep our community safe and prosperous. Town...

Penetanguishene and Midland Fire Departments team with the Canadian Red Cross

Media Release: Penetanguishene and Midland Fire Departments team with the Canadian Red Cross to promote fire safety in our communities For Immediate Release

(May 17, 2023) The Penetanguishene and Midland Fire Departments are pleased to work alongside Canadian Red Cross’ Meals on Wheels program to offer free home fire safety checks and smoke alarms to our communities. The program aims to promote fire safety and prevent home fire incidents.

"We are thrilled to partner with the Canadian Red Cross to...

Media Release: Fire Code Convictions for Two Midland Motels

Midland Ontario - On Thursday, May 4th, 2023, the Justice of the Peace of the Orillia Provincial Offences Court, found the owners of two local Midland motels guilty of contraventions of the Ontario Fire Code.

“The Midland Fire Department continues to work to reduce community risk through our proactive fire prevention and enforcement strategies,” said Fire Prevention Officer/Captain Cale McLean. “The Midland Fire Department is committed to ensuring that appropriate measures are being taken by...

Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival - Midland Hosting Annual Event for Ninth Year

Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival officially announced today that it will return to the Town of Midland’s downtown core and waterfront on June 10, 2023.

“Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival is one of the Town’s annual highlights and we can’t wait to welcome festival visitors to Midland this June,” said Mayor Bill Gordon. The Mayor will be at the festival to declare it open at 9 a.m., following the Piping of the Tart throughout the festival with the Midland Legion’s Pipes and Drums.

This...