Hello everyone,

Although the spring season has arrived and the warmer weather is on its way, the provincial stay-at-home order remains in effect. For ongoing updates and how the order impacts us in Lambton Shores, please continue to monitor our website.

With the spring season also comes an important reminder about Gypsy Moths. Zimmer Air Services Inc. (ZASI) will be conducting an aerial spray program on private, Municipal, County and Conservation properties with a safe and naturally occurring insecticide to control a gypsy moth infestation. To see a map of spray areas, or to sign up for a 48-hour spray notification, please visit the Gypsy Moth page on our website.

As vaccinations continue to rollout across the province, please remember that vaccines are by appointment only, and must be made either through the Lambton Public Health website or by calling 519-383-8331 or toll free 1-800-667-1839. Your patience is appreciated when calling for an appointment as the call volume has been very high.

Stay healthy, safe, and positive.

Mayor Bill

The province of Ontario remains under a stay-at-home order. More information about the stay-at-home order can be found on the Ontario government's website.

More information about what impact the stay-at-home order has in Lambton Shores can be found on our website.

The best place to access reliable, up-to-date health information on COVID-19 in Lambton County is the Lambton Public Health Page.

An Aerial Spray Program for the control of European Gypsy Moth has been organized by private contractors, one of which is Zimmer Air Services Inc. (ZASI). The Municipality of Lambton Shores has been asked by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks to issue the Public Notice of Pesticide Use, including letters to property owners in the spray areas, newspaper, roadside, and website messaging.

Find out more information, including a map of spray areas and a link to register for a 48-hour spray notification, on the Lambton Shores website.

As a symbol of diversity and inclusion within Lambton Shores, a rainbow crosswalk is now a permanent feature in the heart of Grand Bend. With the installation, the Municipality of Lambton Shores joins many other municipalities throughout Canada in displaying this permanent show of support and acceptance for the LGBTQ+ community. Read more.

The 2021 Census is here. Census data is critical to decision makers and Canadians from coast to coast to coast. In addition to informing public policy, census data are vital for planning schools, hospitals, daycare centres, family services, public transportation, and skills training for employment.

Census collection began on May 3, 2021. More information can be found on the Government of Canada's website.

Announced Friday, May 7 on Sportsnet’s Blue Jays Central, the Forest Minor Baseball Association is one of 14 organizations to receive a grant through the Jays Care Foundation’s 2021 Field of Dreams program.

The Municipality of Lambton Shores was a co-applicant on the application, which received a $54,800 grant towards the Forest Sports Park Project. The grant will support the cost of two covered accessible dugouts and fencing on the Rick Goodhand Memorial Baseball Diamond. Read more.

Forest: Broadway Street reconstruction began on Monday, March 22 and is estimated to be completed by July 31, 2021. In order to ensure the health and safety of both crews and the public, Broadway Street will be closed to all but local traffic. There is a local detour set up while the road is closed. Local businesses will remain open during construction. More information.

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The COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues throughout Lambton County.

For the most up to date information and for those eligible to pre-register, visit Lambton Public Health.

Be sure to check online and review the burn by-law before starting your burn.

The COVID-19 Response Framework (colour-coded zones) is paused during the provincewide stay-at-home order.

Municipal Offices remain closed to the public.

Lambton Shores Council met electronically on May 4th. You can find a list of meeting highlights below. Council Highlights

Many local businesses are still offering curbside pickup during the provincial stay-at-home order. Please continue to shop local! Check out the following links for up-to-date business listings:

  

Shoreline ToGo has also been keeping listings up to date throughout the pandemic. You might find your new favourite restaurant right here at home!

During the provincial stay-at-home order, there are still ways to participate in community activities! Visit the links below or visit the Lambton Shores events calendar as additional virtual activities are added.

Additional event calendars:

While offices may be closed to the public, municipal staff are still available by telephone or email. To reach us, visit our Staff Directory.