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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Family Fun Day Rescheduled to Sunday, July 19 as Part of Ennismore Shamrock Festival

By Selwyn Township - Jul 17, 2026

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 decision has been made out of an abundance of caution, with the health and safety of festival attendees, volunteers, vendors and staff remaining the highest priority.

Family Fun Day will now take place on Sunday, July 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Robert E. Young Recreation Complex, alongside the Truck & Tractor Pull and Craft Show, creating a full day of family-friendly activities and entertainment.

Visitors can still enjoy many of the attractions originally planned for Saturday, including:

  • Delicious BBQ fare featuring peameal bacon on a bun, burgers, hot dogs and cold drinks
  • Kids' attractions including bouncy castles, and obstacle course
  • Beavertails, Snowie sno-cones and fresh lemonade
  • The popular Craft Show in the upstairs of the Ennismore Community Centre (11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., $2 admission)
  • The Truck & Tractor Pull, with gates opening at 10:30 a.m. and the pull beginning at 12:00 noon (admission $10 per person, children 12 and under free, cash only)

The Garage and Bake Sale at the Ennismore Curling Club continues as scheduled.

We appreciate the understanding and flexibility of our community, volunteers, vendors and event partners as we make this change. While we're disappointed that weather conditions have impacted our original plans, we're looking forward to welcoming everyone on Sunday for an exciting day celebrating this long-standing community tradition."

Amy Stevenson, Recreation Services Coordinator

The Township of Selwyn and the Ennismore Shamrock Festival Committee encourage everyone planning to attend to monitor the weather forecast and dress appropriately for outdoor activities.

For more information, visit ennismoreshamrockfestival.ca or follow the Ennismore Shamrock Festival Facebook page.

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