News | Township of West Lincoln

West Lincoln Council approves 2025 budget

At its February 24 meeting, Township Council passed West Lincoln’s 2025 Budget, which supports just over $10 million in capital and special projects, to be completed this year, and approximately $23.6 million in operating expenditures funded by property taxes, user fees, grants and reserve transfers.

Feb 27, 2025

West Lincoln sponsors free March Break skating

The Township of West Lincoln is sponsoring free skating sessions over March Break. West Lincoln residents are encouraged to bring their family, friends and neighbours for some fun on the ice at the West Lincoln Community Centre, at 177 West Street, in Smithville.

Feb 26, 2025

Family Day 2025 Holiday Hours

The Township of West Lincoln wishes the community a safe and happy Family Day weekend.

Please note that the Township Administration Building, Public Works Building and West Lincoln Public Library will be closed on Monday, February 17, for the Family Day holiday.

Feb 11, 2025

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

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