Injured stray dogs and cats can be reported to the Peterborough Humane Society's Animal Services Department at 705-745-4722 ext. 202.
If you have found an injured or abandoned wild animal, please contact Ontario Wildlife Rescue.
Civic Holiday - Monday, August 4th, 2025
The Municipal Office will be CLOSED Monday, August 4th (Civic Holiday), reopening August 5th at 8:30AM.
There will be no changes to garbage or recycling collection Monday, August 4th, 2025. Please have all items out for collection by 7:00AM.
The Smith Landfill (1480 County Road 18) and all branches of the Selwyn Public Library will also be CLOSED.
NO Brush Burning!
For Lakefield:
For Woodland Acres:
Important for both places:
For more information, check out the Watering Restrictions By-law.
Small wildlife such as foxes, coyotes and raccoons co-exist in many residential areas. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry manages Ontario’s natural resources and wildlife on behalf of all Ontarians.
Sick, Injured or Abandoned Animal?
Injured stray dogs and cats can be reported to the Peterborough Humane Society's Animal Services Department at 705-745-4722 ext. 202.
If you have found an injured or abandoned wild animal, please contact Ontario Wildlife Rescue.
Portions of Selwyn Township are considered bear country and bears love garbage. With careful management of your waste, you can reduce the chance of attracting bears to your property.
Bears are often attracted to garbage and food on our properties. Find out how to limit bear encounters by following these Bear Wise tips and tools.
Not every bear sighting is an emergency situation. Here is who to call if you encounter a bear.
Call the Bear Wise reporting line if a bear:
This line operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from April 1 to November 30.
Call 9-1-1 if a bear is creating immediate danger to personal safety and displaying threatening or aggressive behaviour such as:
For more information, visit the Bear Wise Website.
Contact Us
This website uses cookies to enhance usability and provide you with a more personal experience. By using this website, you agree to our use of cookies as explained in our Privacy Policy.