Welcome to our new website!

Welcome! We hope you find our new website helpful and easier to navigate. It's now as easy to use on your smartphone as your desktop. Take a tour and please tell us what you think.

News

  • Committee amends By-laws to regulate backyard chickens in West Lincoln

    West Lincoln’s Growth and Sustainability Committee approved amendments to the Township’s Zoning and Animal Care and Control By-laws at last night’s meeting, which will permit and regulate backyard chickens in residential zones of hamlet settlement areas and in the agricultural area. Backyard chickens will continue to be prohibited within the urban area of Smithville.

    Feb 11, 2025
  • Registration for March Break Camp opens Feb 19

    The Township of West Lincoln is holding day camp for children ages 4 to 12 at the West Lincoln Community Centre from March 10 to 14. Registration for March Break Camp will open at 12 p.

    Feb 05, 2025
  • Housing-Enabling-Water-Systems-Fund.jpg
    West Lincoln receives $3,969,375 from Province for critical infrastructure

    Niagara West MPP Sam Oosterhoff joined Mayor Cheryl Ganann at Township administration this afternoon, to announce that West Lincoln will be receiving $3,969,375 in Provincial funding through the second intake of the Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund.

    Jan 28, 2025
  • Age Friendly Committee hosting NRPS for financial crimes presentation

    The Township of West Lincoln’s Age Friendly Advisory Committee is hosting a free presentation on April 11, to inform older adults about financial crimes and provide tools and tips to protect themselves against scams.

    The presentation will be led by a Detective from Niagara Regional Police Service and will delve into romance scams, crypto scams, spoofing legitimate/trusted businesses, phishing, grandparent scams, malware/spyware and scam implications of artificial intelligence.

    Jan 24, 2025
  • West Lincoln champions support for infrastructure at 2025 ROMA Conference

    Mayor Cheryl Ganann, Councillors Joann Chechalk and William Reilly and Chief Administrative Officer Truper McBride represented West Lincoln at the 2025 Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Conference, held in Toronto from January 19 to 21. This annual conference enables municipal leaders to advocate for strategic priorities with provincial officials and connect with peers to share knowledge and ideas.

    Jan 23, 2025
  • West Lincoln welcomes new Director of Corporate Services/CFO

    The Township of West Lincoln is pleased to announce that, after a comprehensive recruitment process, Katelyn Repovs has accepted the position of Director of Corporate Services / Chief Financial Officer.

    Repovs started with the Township in 2019, bringing with her extensive experience in Public Accounting, with a focus on Public Sector clients.

    Jan 14, 2025
  • West Lincoln welcomes new Director of Growth and Sustainability

    The Township of West Lincoln is pleased to announce that, after a comprehensive recruitment process, Gerrit Boerema has accepted the position of Director of Growth and Sustainability.

    As Director of Growth and Sustainability, Boerema oversees all aspects of growth and development and supports the sustainability of West Lincoln’s agricultural lands.

    Jan 13, 2025
  • West Lincoln conducting public engagement about Canada Fleabane

    Should Council designate Canada Fleabane as a Local Noxious Weed in West Lincoln? That’s what the Township is asking the public to weigh in on through a new online survey.

    Background

    In 2024, the Township received correspondence from local farmers concerned about Canada Fleabane negatively affecting crops.

    Jan 08, 2025
  • Notice of Public Hearing - January 29th, 2025
  • Winter drop-in programs start Jan. 6

    Lace up your sneakers and drop-in at the West Lincoln Community Centre this winter, where the Township is offering a variety of unstructured activities that promote movement and fun.

    The winter schedule of drop-in programs starts January 6, 2025, and includes the following:

    • Youth Open Gym

    • Family Open Gym

    • Adult Open Gym (18+)

    • Pickleball (18+)

    • Beginner Pickleball (18+)

    • Advanced Pickleball (18+)

    • FREE Older Adult Social (55+)

    • FREE Ukulele Jam Session (55+)

    Thursday Youth Open Gym sessions are free thanks to.

    Dec 19, 2024
Subscribe
Select a date range

Contact Us

Township of West Lincoln
318 Canborough St.
Box 400
Smithville, ON L0R 2A0
Phone: 905-957-3346
Fax: 905-957-3219