Local Government Week

October 19-25, 2025

What is Local Government Week?

Every year, Ontario celebrates Local Government Week during the third week of October to increase public awareness of local governments’ important roles in our communities.

Did you know that the Town offers services to Kirkland Lake and Swastika, with multiple departments serving each? They are:

🟢Administration
⚫Corporate Services
🟠Community Services
🟢Development & Enterprise Services
⚫Fire & Emergency Services
🟠Public Works
🟢Long Term Care

Each Department will be showcased this week - watch for our "Did You Know" series on the services offered by your local government.

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What Does Local Government Do?

Because its Local Government Week, we’re taking you behind the scenes to learn how the Town of Kirkland Lake works for you!

From clean water and safe roads to recreation programs and emergency response, your municipal government is the level closest to you — delivering services that shape everyday life.
Learn more about your Town Departments at www.kirklandlake.ca

Check out this quick video to learn about the service delivery responsibilities of the Federal, Provincial and Municipal levels of government: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7C8uDuhLqvg

Review "Our Services" drop down menu on the Town's Website Homepage www.kirklandlake.ca for additional details on the services offered by our municipality.

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Who Does What - A Guide to Government Services

Democracy & Me – Local Government Art Contest

📣 Calling local artists of all ages 📣

As part of Local Government Week, we are calling upon you to showcase through your art what democracy means to you and how local government shapes your life and community.

Things to Consider:

🟢How Council makes its decisions, and the ways you participate in those decisions (i.e. voting in an election, delegating, presenting, petitioning, complete surveys)
🟢What do cultural identity, inclusion, diversity and civic pride mean for you?

Accepted Mediums:

✏️ Drawing
🎨 Painting
🖌️ Original Colouring
🖼️Original Digital Art (no AI please)

How to Submit:

🟠Drop off at Town Hall (3 Kirkland St. W.) during business hours
🟠Drop off after hours in drop box (beside accessible entryway on left side of Town Hall)
🟠Email: [email protected]

All submitted artwork will be posted on this page.
All winning artwork will be displayed, at the Main Office at Town Hall for a year.
🏅Winners will be recognized by Mayor Wight with a Certificate and Prize.

📅Submission Deadline: Monday, October 27, 2025 @ 4:00 PM.

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Why get involved with Local Government?

It’s a chance to collaborate with passionate individuals who share your vision for your community and strive for a better tomorrow.

Get involved, serve your community, and build a brighter future for all to enjoy!

Get involved with local government today to have a direct impact on your community!

Get involved with local government today to have a direct impact on your community!

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