Territorial Acknowledgement
The Town of Fort Frances respects and truly acknowledges that we are on Treaty Three territory, the traditional land of the Anishinaabe and the Métis Nation. We give gratitude and honour to the Ancestors, Elders, and all Anishinaabe and Métis People for sharing their resources and knowledge.
What’s Happening in Fort Frances
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Public Notice: Board and Committee Applications
Want to apply for a Board or Committee? Check out our current vacancies at: fortfrances.ca/GetInvolved
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Proclamation: Poppy Campaign
PROCLAMATION
Royal Canadian Legion Annual Poppy Campaign
October 26, 2026
WHEREAS, the poppy has stood as a symbol of Remembrance since 1921, our visual pledge to never forget those Canadians who have fallen in war and military operations; and
WHEREAS, from the last Saturday of October to Remembrance Day, poppies blossom on lapels and collars to inspire Canadians to remember the many blessings and freedoms Canadians enjoy today as a result of the sacrifices of those who serve their country; and
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Public Notice: VOTING HAPPENING NOW
Go to fortfrances.isivote.com or call 1-888-672-0737
Need a Voter Information Letter or want to vote in person? Come to the Civic Centre at 320 Portage Avenue between October 20th to 23rd during regular office hours, or from 10-8 on October 26th and we'll get you set!
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Job Posting: Aquatics Supervisor and Head Lifeguard
Frequently Visited
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2027 Budget Survey
Fill out the 2027 Budget Survey! You'll be entered in a draw prize of $50 Tagg's Gift Card, 2 Amik Toques, 10 Home Game Lakers tickets.
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Ogimaakamig Point Park
Ogimaakamig (Agency One Lands) owns Point Park. Click here for camping information and FAQs.
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Ribfest
Fort Frances' Ribfest is coming September 18th to 20th at the Sorting Gap Marina! Find out more about this event!
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Business Licence
Any business operating in Fort Frances must have a Business Licence. Complete the form: 2026 Business Licence Application.
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Bids and Tenders
Interested in submitting a bid and tender? Find all our current posted bids and tenders through the Bids and Tenders portal.
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Council Meetings
Find regular meeting agendas, minutes, and watch meetings live from the comfort of your home (link to stream in agenda): Regular Meetings of Council
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Complaints and Requests, or submit, Compliments
Send the Town a Complaint or Request for Service,
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Garbage, Recycling
Garbage Collection schedules and information:
fortfrances.ca/town/operations-facilities/waste-managementRecycling is managed externally by Circular Materials Ontario and GFL:
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Employment Opportunities
We post positions for all departments of the Town of Fort Frances.
Find them on our Employment Opportunities page.
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Pop-Up Elopement Days
Pop-Up Elopements will return in 2027! If you're interested in a specific date or location, or willing to partner on our Pop-Ups, email us at clerks@fortfrances.ca!
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Into the Wild
Wrestle with a muskie on one of 70,000 fishable lakes in NW Ontario or go home with tales of the trophy-sized one that got away.
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Walk About or Lounge Around
Shop Scott Street downtown, where hand-crafted food, specialty products, and friendly faces find a home.
Current Town Projects
About Fort Frances
The Town of Fort Frances was incorporated in the year 1903, but we go back much further than that. Formerly called Lac La Pluie, the Town of Fort Frances resides on an area rich in history and culture. We are surrounded by the Rainy River, Rainy Lake, the Boundary Forest, farmland, First Nation land, and the United States of America. We are on the traditional land of the Anishinaabe people in Treaty #3 territory.
Bordering Fort Frances to the west is the municipality of Alberton, to the east is Couchiching First Nation, and south is the International Bridge which will take you to International Falls, Minnesota. While we no longer have our former Fort, we have a strong community waiting to welcome you, whether you want to live, work, play, visit, or just pass through here.
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