Letter to the Taxpayers - Point Park Settlement Costs PDF icon

Wednesday, February 11th, 2026

To the Taxpayers of Fort Frances,

As many of the residents of the Town of Fort Frances are aware, the litigation regarding Point Park between the Town, Agency One, the Province of Ontario, and the Federal Government of Canada (the Crown) reached its conclusion on June 17, 2025. The conclusion came upon the dismissal of the Town’s claim to the Point Park land. Further to the dismissal of the Town’s claim, the Town was ordered to pay the legal fees of Agency One, the Province, and the Crown.

Elevator and Lift Closure at Memorial Sports Centre PDF icon

Thursday, January 8th, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FROM: THE TOWN OF FORT FRANCES

TO: MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC

RE: ELEVATOR AND LIFT CLOSURES AT THE MEMORIAL SPORTS CENTRE

 

The Town of Fort Frances wishes to make a statement to update the public on the situation regarding the elevators at the Memorial Sports Centre (MSC).

Fire Department Water and Ice Rescue Program Update

Friday, January 10th, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FROM: Fort Frances Fire Rescue Service
TO: Town of Fort Frances
RE: Fire Department Water and Ice Rescue Program Update

Mayoral Leave of Absence

Friday, October 25th, 2024

Deputy Mayor Michael Behan will assume the mayoral duties while Mayor Andrew Hallikas takes Leave of Absence.

Fort Frances Office of the Clerk Receives Councillor Resignation

Monday, October 21st, 2024

Former Councillor Mandi Olson resigns from Councillor seat. October 28th 2024 Council will make the decision how to proceed in filling the vacant seat.

Temporary Closre of the 52s Rink PDF icon

Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024

Media Release - Statement Regarding Impacted Employees PDF icon

Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FROM: The Office of the CAO
TO: Stakeholders of the Town of Fort Frances
RE: Statement Regarding Impacted Employees

Read the full release!

Connecting Links Program funding announcement PDF icon

Friday, May 24th, 2024

Councillor David Kircher Resigns PDF icon

Tuesday, May 14th, 2024

Councillor David Kircher has resigned as Councillor, effective May 14, 2024.

New CAO - Marcel Michaels PDF icon

Wednesday, May 8th, 2024

Marcel Michaels was the successful candidate for CAO. Read the full PDF media release.