The City of Greater Sudbury - News and Updates

A Message From the Mayor

February is Black History Month, an opportunity to celebrate and commemorate the contributions, experiences and legacies of Black people across our country.



I encourage Greater Sudbury residents of all racial backgrounds and identities to learn more about the history and present-day influence of Black Canadian leaders, trailblazers, community members and everyday heroes. 

The 2017 poem, Rollcall, by then-Parliamentary Poet Laureate George Elliott Clarke recognizes Black individuals whose stories, struggles and successes shaped Canadian society on the 150^th anniversary of Confederation. Our $10 bill honours the courage and dignity of businesswoman Viola Desmond, who challenged segregation in 1946 when she refused to move from a “whites-only” section of a movie theatre in Nova Scotia. 

Locally, the Afro-Heritage Association of Sudbury hosts their annual Gala in February. The Northern Ontario Black Economic Empowerment Program (NOBEEP) connects Black entrepreneurs across our region with mentorship, collaboration and training opportunities throughout the year.

In Greater Sudbury, our diversity is our strength. Let’s continue to engage in open dialogue, listen and learn how to be allies for social justice and equity. As Maya Angelou said, “Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.”

Mayor Paul Lefebvre

The Summer Employment Recruitment Period is Now Open!

We're looking for energetic candidates to fill various positions in our organization. Getting a summer job at the City of Greater Sudbury allows you to gain valuable skills and field experience.

There are plenty of exciting roles to fill from Day Camp Counsellors and Lifeguards to Engineers and Security Officers. Apply today!

Awards for Volunteerism

Do you know a volunteer who should be recognized for their contributions to our community? We are now accepting nominations for the annual Civic Awards, presented to individuals and groups for outstanding service, voluntary contributions, personal efforts and exemplary community development.



Nomination forms for the individual and group Civic Awards are available online at www.greatersudbury.ca/civicawards 

or any Citizen Service Centre. 

Provide Your Input on the Draft Housing Supply Strategy

The draft Housing Supply Strategy sets a path to achieve Greater Sudbury’s housing target for the next 10 years, fill key gaps in the housing supply and ensure residents have access to housing options that meet their needs at all stages of life, regardless of income level. It recommends a series of 17 focus areas to realize the objectives and goals adopted by City Council.

To learn more about the draft strategy and submit comments, visit Over To You.

Introducing Dyno, Our Animal of the Month!

Dyno is a 13-year-old, short-haired female, searching for her forever home. She was lovingly surrendered by her family as the young children in the home were stressing her out. 

She is very loving and cuddly but needs to go to a home without any other animals or young children.

If you believe you have the right home for Dyno where she can live happily and stress-free, please submit an online application.

Snippets:

• Help make waste collection safe and efficient this winter. Place all your waste in a visible location on the ground, as close as possible to the sidewalk or roadway.

• Share your feedback on the proposed revised French Language Services Policy at Over to You until Friday, February 16, 2024.

• Unseasonably warm temperatures and lack of snowfall shouldn’t stop you from having some winter fun. Check out our public skating schedule.