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The Township of Selwyn celebrated the grand re-opening of the arena at the Ennismore Community Centre today, marking the completion of a major renewal project that will help ensure the facility continues to serve the community for years to come.

The grand re-opening brought together residents, community members, local officials and project partners to celebrate the renewed arena. The event included remarks from MPP Dave Smith, Nancy Clark, Director of External Relations for Hydro One Networks Inc. (Hydro One) and Township of Selwyn Mayor Sherry Senis, followed by a FREE public skate. 

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On Friday, MPP Dave Smith was with representatives from the Selwyn Township for the celebration of the official opening of Jude’s Joy Inclusive Playground at Ennismore Waterfront Park. The grand opening brought together members of the community, project partners, donors, volunteers and families to celebrate the completion of this long-awaited project and the creation of a welcoming, accessible destination where children and families can plan, connect and enjoy the outdoors together.

The Festival Planning Committee would like to extend a sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of the 2026 Ennismore Shamrock Festival, held this past weekend.

From the lively Family Fun Day to the high-energy Truck & Tractor Pull and community craft show, this year’s festival brought hundreds of people together to celebrate the spirit, and hospitality that Ennismore is known for.

Effective immediately, the Selwyn Fire Department has lifted the Total Burn Ban that was issued on July 16, 2026, due to hazardous air quality caused by smoke from wildfires in Northern Ontario.

With air quality and fire conditions improving, residents may resume open-air burning in accordance with the Township’s Open-Air Burning By-law. Residents are reminded that all burning must be conducted safely and responsibly, and that all requirements outlined in the by-law must be followed. The Open-Air Burning By-law can be found at selwyntownship.ca/FireDepartment.

The Township of Selwyn and the Ennismore Shamrock Festival Committee have made the difficult decision to reschedule the Family Fun Day, originally planned for Saturday, July 18, to Sunday, July 19, due to forecasted weather conditions.

The Township of Selwyn is pleased to announce the retirement of Manager of Financial Services/Treasurer R. Lane Vance and the appointment of Amanda Mellegers, Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA), as the Township’s new Manager of Financial Services/Treasurer.

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.

The Township of Selwyn is pleased to announce an important leadership transition within the Selwyn Fire Department following the upcoming retirement of Fire Chief Gord Jopling. The Township is also pleased to announce the appointment of current Deputy Fire Chief Howard Jinkerson as the new Fire Chief.

Get ready! The beloved Ennismore Shamrock Festival returns this Saturday, July 18 and Sunday, July 19, bringing a full weekend of entertainment, community spirit, and family-friendly activities to the Robert E. Young Recreation Complex.