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Age Friendly Advisory Committee hosting free seminar in West Lincoln June 6

The Township of West Lincoln’s Age Friendly Advisory Committee is inviting the public to attend a free seminar geared at equipping the community’s older adults with essential information to support their varying needs.

The free Seniors’ Seminar will take place on Friday, June 6, 2025, from 1 to 3 p.m., in the community room on the second floor of the West Lincoln Community Centre, at 177 West St., in Smithville.

Members of the McMaster University research team will share the findings of the...

West Lincoln welcomes new Fire Chief

The Township of West Lincoln is pleased to announce that, after a comprehensive recruitment process, Tim Hofsink has accepted the position of Fire Chief/Community Emergency Management Coordinator.

Hofsink joined West Lincoln Fire and Emergency Services in 1996 as a volunteer firefighter, where he moved up through the ranks and became Deputy Fire Chief in 2018. He also served as Acting Fire Chief for a combined 16 months in 2023 and 2024.

Hofsink holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Justice and Public...

Second installment for interim property tax bills due April 30

Reminder: The second installment due date for Township of West Lincoln interim property tax bills is Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Bills were mailed out at the beginning of February.

Avoid penalty charges by ensuring all payments are received by the due date. Payments made directly through financial institutions should be made 3 to 5 days in advance of the due date to allow for bank processing time.

Paperless billing is available for property tax, water and accounts receivable invoices. Complete the