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By virtue of the power vested in me

I Do Hereby Declare

April 13-19, 2026

as

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (NPSTW)

in the City of Pembroke.

WHEREAS emergencies can strike without warning, requiring immediate action and the involvement of highly trained emergency services; and

WHEREAS the Ambulance Communications Officers of the Renfrew Central Ambulance Communications Centre serve as the vital first point of contact in these critical moments, providing calm, professional, and compassionate support to those in need; and

WHEREAS Ambulance Communications Officers coordinate paramedic services and fire departments across a large and diverse geographic area, ensuring the right resources are sent where they are needed, when they are needed; and

WHEREAS their knowledge, skill, and ability to remain composed under pressure play a critical role in the timely and effective response to emergencies, helping to protect life and property; and

WHEREAS their work connects the public with emergency responders, supporting both those in distress and the personnel responding to calls for service; and

WHEREAS their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to public safety contribute daily to the well-being and resilience of our community; and

WHEREAS National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week provides an opportunity to recognize and thank these individuals for the essential role they play in emergency response;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT I, Mayor Ron Gervais, do hereby proclaim April 13–19, 2026 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in the City of Pembroke, and encourage all residents to recognize and celebrate the important contributions of our local Ambulance Communications Officers.

Dated in the Mayor’s Office this 7th day of April 2026

Ron Gervais

Mayor, City of Pembroke

By virtue of the power vested in me

I Do Hereby Declare

April 4-10, 2026

as

National Dental Hygienists Week

in the City of Pembroke.

WHEREAS 59% of Canadian children and 96% of adults have experienced cavities, and 21% of Canadian adults have experienced periodontal (gum) issues; and

WHEREAS research shows a direct link between oral health and overall health and well-being, such as periodontal disease being linked to several serious illnesses, including lung disease, diabetes, and heart disease; and

WHEREAS oral health issues are easily preventable and treatable, and Canadians, especially children and seniors, can be greatly assisted through early detection and intervention; and

WHEREAS dental hygiene is the 7^th largest regulated health profession in Canada, with more than 35,000 dental hygienists working in a variety of settings, with people of all ages, addressing issues related to oral health; and

WHEREAS greater awareness of proper oral health practices and the need to regularly visit a dental professional is paramount to ensuring Canadians lead healthier and happier lives; and

WHEREAS promoting the importance of the issues and celebrating the successes of the profession and contributions of dental hygienists will lead to increased public awareness.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT I, Mayor Ron Gervais, do hereby proclaim April 4-10, 2026 as National Dental Hygienists Week in the City of Pembroke.

Dated in the Mayor’s Office this 7^th day of April 2026

Ron Gervais

Mayor, City of Pembroke

By virtue of the power vested in me

I Do Hereby Declare

April 2026

as

Parkinson’s Awareness Month

in the City of Pembroke.

Whereas Parkinson’s disease, for which there is no known cure, is a progressive, degenerative neurological disorder which can cause tremors or trembling of the arms and legs, muscular rigidity, slowness of movement, and difficulty with speaking and swallowing; and

Whereas the Parkinson Society of Canada provides information, consultation, support services and educational seminars for people living with Parkinson’s disease and their families to promote better understanding of this disorder; and

Whereas it is desirable to increase the level of understanding of Parkinson’s disease and the needs of persons living with this disease.

Therefore, be it resolved that I, Ron Gervais, Mayor of the City of Pembroke, do hereby proclaim April, 2026, as “Parkinson’s Awareness Month” in the City of Pembroke.

Dated in the Mayor’s Office this 7th day of April 2026

Ron Gervais

Mayor, City of Pembroke

By virtue of the power vested in me

I Do Hereby Declare

April 2026

as

Cancer Awareness Month

in the City of Pembroke.

Whereas people in our community are touched by cancer every day; and

Whereas nearly 1 in 2 Canadians are expected to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime; and

Whereas:  over 100 Canadian Cancer Society volunteers in the City of Pembroke along with thousands of volunteers across Ontario are showing their support for people living with cancer throughout the month of April; and

Whereas for more than 50 years, people in our community have helped the Canadian Cancer Society during the Daffodil Month campaign raise funds for cancer patients and their families through life-saving cancer research, support services, and other important work that means fewer people will be affected by the disease; and

Whereas the daffodil is the symbol of strength and courage, a symbol of life for the Canadian Cancer Society and in April hundreds of volunteers will be knocking on doors and selling daffodil pins in our community to raise funds and inviting others to join in the fight by wearing a daffodil pin.

Therefore I, Ron Gervais, Mayor of the City of Pembroke, do hereby proclaim the month of April, to be Cancer Awareness Month, and urge all citizens of Pembroke to join the fight and give generously to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Dated in the Mayor’s Office this 7th day of April, 2026

Effective Monday, April 6th to Friday, June 19th, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Paul Martin Dr. between City Limits and Boundary Rd./Mud Lake Rd. will be subject to slight disruptions, lane width narrowing, and speed limit reductions to facilitate road paving and bridge repairs.

The City of Pembroke asks that drivers always respect the posted construction signage.

Some delays can be expected, and the travelling public is encouraged to use alternate routes.

You are also reminded that the businesses within the construction zone remain open and would be happy to serve you.

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

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Public Works Week Open House

Dive into the exciting world of public works at our free open house. Learn about the work that goes on behind the scenes to provide the services you rely upon every day. Join us for this fun, interactive open house! Learn about the programs, equipment and people who work behind the scenes to keep our lights on, taps flowing, toilets flushing and roads operating smoothly.

This year's event will take place on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, featuring:

• Multiple stations, with interactive displays
• Get up close to trucks, loaders and other heavy duty equipment 
• Test your running speed against our speed camera
• Add your creative touch and help paint a plow blade
• Activities and demonstrations
• BBQ 4:30-6 p.m. (by donation)

Where: 460 River Road
When: 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. 

Would you like to book a tour of the Water Plant or Pollution Control Center?

Tours are being offered at 1:30, 3:30, and 5:30. Pre-registration is required. Please email blowe@pembroke.ca or call 613-735-6821 Ext. 1485 to register.

The City of Pembroke is currently updating its Development Charges By-law. Read the draft by-law here.

The City of Pembroke is inviting quotations from interested Bidders to provide the labour, equipment, and materials necessary to clean approximately 1,000 storm catch basins and storm sewer manholes of various depths within the City of Pembroke.

Hard copy sealed quotations, clearly marked as to contents and on forms supplied by the City, will be received by Ms. Marsha Hawthorne, Purchasing Manager/Deputy Treasurer, City of Pembroke, Operations Department, 460 River Road, Pembroke, ON, K8A 1A1 until 2:00:59 p.m., Local Time, Thursday April 23, 2026.

Electronic submissions are not acceptable.  Quotations will be opened in public. The City will broadcast the opening by way of a Microsoft Teams meeting.  Unofficial bid results will be emailed to all those who submitted bids, shortly after closing.  Language of tender submissions is English.

Complete quotation documents, in an electronic PDF version, may be obtained through email request to purchasing.  Documents will be available for distribution beginning on Thursday, April 2, 2026, during regular office hours (7:30 am to 4:00 pm).

All questions relating to this quotation will be received in writing up to and no later than 12:00 p.m. local time on Thursday April 16, 2026. 

The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all quotations.  The lowest or any quotation will not necessarily be accepted.

Ms. Marsha Hawthorne
Purchasing Manager/Deputy Treasurer
City of Pembroke
Operations Department
460 River Road
Pembroke, ON K8A 1A1
Telephone: (613) 735-6821 ext. 1408

Email

Hard copy sealed quotations, clearly marked as to contents and on forms supplied by the City, will be received by Ms. Marsha Hawthorne, Purchasing Manager/Deputy Treasurer, City of Pembroke, Operations Department, 460 River Road, Pembroke, ON, K8A 1A1 until 2:00:59 p.m., Local Time, Thursday April 16, 2026.

Electronic submissions are not acceptable.  Tenders will be opened in public and the City will broadcast the tender opening by way of a Microsoft Teams meeting.  Unofficial bid results will be emailed to all those who submitted bids, shortly after tender closing.  Language of tender submissions is English.

Complete tender documents, in an electronic PDF version, may be obtained through email request to purchasing.  Tender documents will be available for distribution beginning on Thursday, March 26, 2026, during regular office hours (7:30 am to 4:00 pm).

All questions relating to these tender requests will be received in writing up to and no later than 12:00 p.m. local time on Thursday, April 9, 2026.

The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all tenders.  The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

City of Pembroke
Operations Department
460 River Road
Pembroke, ON K8A 1A1
Telephone: (613) 735-6821 ext. 1408
Email

The City of Pembroke has released its 2026 Development Charges Background Study as part of the process to update development charges and support future growth in the community.

The study outlines anticipated residential and non-residential development over the next 10 years and identifies the infrastructure required to support that growth. It also details how development charges are calculated to help ensure that new development contributes to the cost of services such as roads, parks, emergency services, and transit.

Residents, developers, and stakeholders are encouraged to review the full study to learn more about how growth will be managed and funded in Pembroke.

The full study is available here:

2026 Development Charges Background Study