Total Burn Ban Lifted - No Brush Burning Still in Effect!

The Selwyn Fire Department has lifted the Total Burn Ban that was implemented on August 11, 2025, due to high fire risk conditions. Recent improvements in weather and fire risk levels allow for the safe resumption of some burning activities; however, restrictions remain in place.

Permitted:

- Campfires, outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, and chimineas

Prohibited:

- Yard waste and brush burning

- Agricultural burns

Personal fireworks remain strongly discouraged. Licensed and insured commercial fireworks displays with appropriate mitigation measures in place are permitted.

Burning conditions can change at any time. Residents must verify the current conditions prior to burning. To do this, please call the Fire Department at 705-292-7282 or check Facebook.

Updated: 2:00 PM on Tuesday, August 26, 2025

The Regency of Lakefield Returns as Proud Sponsor of Free Senior Skating in Lakefield!

September 22, 2025

The Township of Selwyn is pleased to announce the return of The Regency of Lakefield as the official sponsor of Senior Skating at the Lakefield-Smith Community Centre for the 2025-26 season.

Thanks to The Regency’s continued generous sponsorship, all senior public skating sessions in Lakefield will be free of charge for participants aged 55 and over throughout the season. Skating sessions take place every Tuesday and Friday from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Lakefield-Smith Community Centre.

The season kicks off on Tuesday, October 7th, 2025, and runs through to Friday, March 27th, 2026.

About The Regency of Lakefield: 

At Regency Retirement, we’ve thoughtfully engineered our senior residence from top to bottom, inside and out, to support safe and healthy aging. Entrances ensure families feel welcome. Common spaces, inside and outside, invite impromptu social gatherings, and a variety of Suites that make everyday life easier.

At the Regency, we take pride in focusing on our residents and their independence, personal happiness and comfort. Residents enjoy a variety of planned activities, exercise programs, games, entertainment, and social events tailored to meet each resident’s needs.

We invite you for a tour at The Regency of Lakefield. Visit, get to know us and see what retirement living can mean for you. Call to book your tour today at 705-651-2400 ext. 404 and visit www.regencyretirement.ca to learn more!

Whether you’re a seasoned skater or just looking to stay active and socialize, be sure to stop by the Lakefield-Smith Community Centre and enjoy free Senior Skating, courtesy of The Regency of Lakefield. 

For the full public skating schedule, visit selwyntownship.ca.

Contact Us

Township of Selwyn

1310 Centre Line
Selwyn, Ontario
Canada K9J 6X5

(705) 292-9507

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