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Planned Temporary Traffic Disruption Notice for Leahey Street

City of Pembroke Planned Temporary Traffic Disruption Notice for Leahey Street July 25, 2024

Effective July 25th from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm, Leahey Street will be closed to traffic between Townline Road and Ellis Avenue for culvert and ditching work. The City of Pembroke asks that drivers respect the posted construction signage at all times.

The travelling public is encouraged to use alternate routes.

We thank you for your patience as the City of Pembroke continues to improve our infrastructure.

New lights brighten up The Rapids Skate Park

Local skateboarders can now enjoy a better and longer skating day thanks to a collaborative effort that has brought new lights to The Rapids Skate Park in downtown Pembroke.

Spearheaded by Colony Skate Shop’s Tanner Hogan and Deputy Mayor Brian Abdallah, the project brought together partners in the City of Pembroke Parks and Recreation Department, Ottawa River Power Corporation (ORPC), and an anonymous donor to bring it accomplish it.

Four new solar-powered lights, paid for by the Parks and...

Pembroke honours Jason Blaine with Key to the City

For his ongoing commitment to supporting local charities and making the community a better place with over $1 million raised, the City of Pembroke has honoured Jason Blaine with a Key to the City. Mayor Ron Gervais surprised Jason with the Key this evening during his 10th annual Jason Blaine Celebrity Charity Golf Classic.

Mayor Gervais introduced the presentation, “the presentation of a key to an individual by a municipality is the highest honour that can be bestowed. It is a beloved symbol of...

Kinsmen Park access during Kinsmen Pool repairs

The Kinsmen Pool parking lots will be closed to the public effective May 31 at noon to facilitate the repairs to the pool roof.
Kinsmen Park will remain open during the repairs, except for the swing set. Access to the playground, multi-purpose court, and ball diamond will be available from the Dickson Street entrance. Parking is available at the Dickson Street entrance for the use of these amenities.

City of Pembroke Tree Planting Program 2024

City of Pembroke Private Property Tree Planting Incentive Program 2024

Eligible property owners may receive up to 50% of their purchase of any trees, with a maximum of two trees per property owner, and up to a maximum rebate of $150.00

To qualify for a rebate, pick up an application form from the Operations Department at 460 River Road. The application form is also available on the City's website by clicking this link: tree incentive application form.

For more information on the Private Property Tree...