Yellow Air Quality Warning

The Air Quality Warning has been downgraded to Yellow due to improving smoke conditions. However, smoke from wildfires in Northern Ontario may return later today or this evening.
During heavy smoke conditions, everyone’s health is at risk regardless of their age or health status.
Please take precautions to stay safe:
  • Keep yourself, your family members and pets indoors as much as possible and keep windows and doors closed.
  • Limit time outdoors. Reschedule or cancel outdoor sports, activities, and events.
  • Check on family members, friends, and neighbours who may be more vulnerable to poor air quality.
  • Always follow guidance from local authorities.
If you need a place to cool off and/or get relief from the smoke, relief locations are available at the Selwyn Public Library branches during operating hours.
Stay informed by monitoring local weather and air quality updates.

Total Burn Ban in Effect

Effective immediately, the Selwyn Township Fire Department has issued a Total Burn Ban until further notice due to hazardous air quality cause by smoke from the wildfires in Northern Ontario. 

With the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) reaching 10 (Very High Risk), all burning has been prohibited to help protect public health, reduce additional smoke in the community, and minimize the risk of fire. All existing burn permits are now void.

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Water Restrictions in Effect for Lakefield & Woodland Acres

Each year, we ask you to follow lawn watering restrictions to ensure there is enough water for everyone. Non-compliance may result in a $50 surcharge on your water bill under By-Law 2010-045.

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Emergency Alert

  • Orange Heat Warning in Effect

    Environment Canada has issued an extreme heat warning due to the extremely high tempatures expected over the next few days.

    Please take precautions to stay safe:

    • Stay hydrated – drink plenty of water
    • Avoid outdoor activities during peak heat (11:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
    • Never leave people or pets in parked vehicles
    • Wear loose, light clothing and sunscreen
    • Check on vulnerable friends, family, and neighbours

    Looking for a way to beat the heat? Cool off with a swim at one of Selwyn Township's public beaches, or visit any branch of Selwyn Public Library during regular operating hours for a comfortable place to escape the heat.

    For more tips on how to stay safe during an extreme heat event, please visit the Emergency Management page. 
    By Selwyn Township - Jun 29, 2026
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Township of Selwyn

1310 Centre Line
Selwyn, Ontario
Canada K9J 6X5

(705) 292-9507