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West Lincoln welcomes new Manager of Community Services

The Township of West Lincoln is thrilled to announce that, after a comprehensive recruitment process, DJ Brooks has accepted the position of Manager, Community Services. In this role, he will oversee facility and parks management as well as recreational programing and community events.

Brooks brings many years of experience working in the recreation and facilities field, most recently having worked for the City of Niagara Falls for more than nine years. His work has focused on building programs...

West Lincoln lifts burn ban

Fire Chief Tim Hofsink has lifted the burn ban in West Lincoln, following several local rain events that brought enough precipitation to reduce the risk of fire. The recent rainfall has lowered the chance of fires spreading quickly, making conditions safer for controlled burns. Effective immediately, all valid 2025 West Lincoln burn permits are hereby reinstated.

The Township prohibits open-air burning unless you obtain a burn permit. Permit holders are reminded that open-air fires must comply...

West Lincoln champions local priorities at 2025 AMO Conference

Representatives from the Township of West Lincoln took part in the 2025 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference, held in Ottawa from August 17 to 20, where they met with members of Provincial cabinet to advocate for sustainable library funding and investments in Wellandport park and shoreline enhancements.

The AMO Conference is Ontario’s largest annual gathering of municipal leaders, providing a forum for communities to share priorities with the province and explore...