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Spring Road Conditions

The City of Pembroke wishes to advise pedestrians and motorists to use caution as they travel about the City of Pembroke. Although winter is still not over, there are many spring like conditions starting to affect our transportation networks. Residents need to be aware of the following:

Roadside Snow Melt – As the snow melts there may be water ponding on roads, which may pose a hazard to pedestrians and vehicles. The travelling public should also be aware that temperature changes between day and...

Operations Notice March 11, 2022

City of Pembroke Staff has been made aware of a video posted to social media depicting the dumping of what appears to be wastewater or other material into a storm sewer drain. City Staff have investigated the situation, taken appropriate action and are monitoring accordingly. The City has a by-law prohibiting this type of action. It is a common misconception that these drains lead to the City’s Pollution Control Center to be treated. Water entering the City’s storm drains travels to the surrounding...

COVID-19 Operations Update March 1, 2022

With the Province easing health mandates this week, the City of Pembroke will be changing its operations to follow the provincial guidelines. Effective March 1, all facilities are open, and proof of vaccination is no longer required to enter for programming. Masking and social distancing is still required. At Kinsmen Pool, family swims and lane swims no longer have individual lanes. Slides are open, and limited toys and equipment are available. Please note, the pool is no longer taking any bookings...

Council Briefs March 1, 2022

The following actions were taken at the Council meeting of Tuesday, March 1, 2022: Public Meeting A public meeting was held regarding the redesignation of 0 Julien Street and 901 River Road. Planning & Development Committee Community Improvement Panel COVID-19 Business Support Grant Committee agreed to continue to offer the COVID-19 Business Support Grant until December 31, paying out of the regular CIP budget and the program would be reviewed again after the deadline. Finance & Administration...

Mayor LeMay presents Downtown Pembroke Mayor's Award

Mayor Mike LeMay is happy to present the 2021 Downtown Pembroke Mayor’s Award to all members of the Pembroke Business Improvement Area. “I send my congratulations to all downtown members for the resilience they have shown throughout the COVID-19 pandemic,” he says. “The PBIA Mayor’s Award is about recognizing people who make exceptional contributions to the downtown community. This is why I have chosen all downtown businesses, organizations, and property owners as this year’s Mayor’s Award recipients.” Each...