Creative By Nature – a maker fair in Maynooth happening November 15th, 2025

For more information, visit: https://www.hastingshighlands.ca/news/posts/creative-by-nature-maker-fair-announcement-and-application/

TOTAL FIRE BAN LIFTED- August 29 2025

PUBLIC NOTICE – TOTAL FIRE BAN LIFTED
NIGHT BURNING PERMITTED

 

Effective 9:00 a.m. August 29, 2025, the Municipality of Hastings Highlands will lift the fire ban due to significant rainfalls and improvement in air quality. 

If dry conditions become a concern in the future, another Fire Ban may be required. Open air burning, including small campfires, is now permitted, but residents are reminded to be extra cautious as surrounding grasses and dry branches can easily ignite.

The Municipality of Hastings Highlands reminds residents that all burning regulations still apply. The burning regulations are as follows:

·       The fire is ignited at 7:00 p.m. or later and is extinguished at 7:00 a.m. or earlier during the period from April 1st to October 31st;

·       Small campfires no larger then 2 feet by 2 feet for cooking and warmth are permitted.

·       The fire is at least 5 meters from any combustible materials.

·       A responsible person capable of extinguishing the fire has adequate tools, water and human resources to contain the fire; and

At this time, The Municipality reminds residents that due to conditions the burning of large brush fires, yard waste is prohibited until further notice.

For more information about the Municipality of Hastings Highlands Open Air Fire Bylaw (2020-047) and Fireworks Bylaw (2020-062) please visit https://hastingshighlands.ca/services/fire/

Bryce Robinson
Fire Chief                                                                           


 

Construction, Road Work and Closures

Welcome to our dedicated page for updates on road construction and closures. We understand that road construction can cause temporary inconveniences, and we appreciate your understanding and patience during this time.

We encourage you to check this page regularly for the latest updates on construction progress, road closures, detours, and estimated completion dates. Our goal is to keep you informed and help you plan your routes effectively.

Upcoming Projects and Road Work in 2025

Revitalization of Mink Lake Road - July 17 Update

PLEASE NOTE: Road Paving on Mink Lake Road, part of the Capital Construction Project, is expected to be complete by end of day on: July 18th, 2025

 

Road shoulder work is expected to be done during the fall season.

 

We would like to thank everyone for their patience!

 

 

Old Highway 62 Realignment Project - August 19 Update

PLEASE NOTE: As part of the Realignment of Old Highway 62 Project, Road Crews have completed Road Paving on Old Highway 62 from Boulter Road to Highway 62.

 

Road shoulder work is expected to be done during the fall season.

 

We would like to thank everyone for their patience!

 

Boulter Road Bridge Closure – Fall 2025

Project Overview

The Municipality of Hastings Highlands announces the planned closure of the Boulter Road Bridge in the fall of 2025. Located 500 meters south of the intersection with Municipal Road 62, traffic will be redirected via the existing sideroad Old Highway 62, increasing the travel distance by only 2.1 km to Highway 62.

Project Map

For more information about this closure, please READ HERE.

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