This website uses cookies to enhance usability and provide you with a more personal experience. By using this website, you agree to our use of cookies as explained in our Privacy Policy.
Road Closure Hwy 23 & Perth Line 20- November 8th- November 22nd
Hwy 23 & Perth Line 20 Roundabout
The roundabout at Hwy 23 & Perth Line 20 will be fully closed from November 8 at 8:00 p.m. to November 22 at 8:00 p.m.
Local traffic access will be maintained, but no traffic will be permitted through the roundabout. Please follow posted detour routes. We appreciate your patience during construction.
Mitchell Ward Fall Leaf Collection Begins October 19
Bagged leaf collection for Mitchell Ward residents starts October 19 and runs through mid-November.
Use paper bags only
Leaves only (no branches, grass, or other yard waste)
Bags must be under 25 kg (50 lbs)
Place bags on the boulevard, clear of vehicles and other obstructions
Collection crews will not enter private property
Thank you for helping keep West Perth clean this fall!
Mayor's Breakfast
Join us on November 4 at the West Perth Municipal Office, 160 Wellington Street, Mitchell for the Mayor's Breakfast, a great opportunity to connect with local business and community members while enjoying breakfast.
Doors Open: 7:00 a.m.
Presentation Begins: 7:45 a.m.
Registration Fee: $10 (includes breakfast)
The Municipality of West Perth has advisory committees and boards to support Mayor and Council. These groups work with Council to improve services and programs for the community.
View Upcoming Council & Committee Meetings View Board & Committee Appointments By-law
Want to make a difference in our community? Become a volunteer member (or just a volunteer) of one of our Boards or Committees. The four (4) year term of Council and Committee started October 24, 2022. To become a volunteer contact us.
If you are interested in serving on a board or committee, please fill out the application form and return it to the Clerk’s Department. You can fill out an online application form to directly send to the Clerk or download a printable application.
| Committee Openings | Number of Committee Openings | Deadline to Apply |
|
1 Municipality of West Perth 1 Township of Perth East 1 Municipality of North Perth |
November 23 | |
|
Multiple Positions |
November 23 |
OPP Detachment Board Apply Here West Perth Public Library Board Apply Here
Board and Committee Descriptions
The Committee of Adjustment is authorized by the Ontario Planning Act to grant minor variances from the provisions of the Zoning By-law, to permit extensions, enlargements or variations of existing legal non-conforming uses.
County of Perth Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
The County of Perth has a Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) made up of people who live across the county. Under the law, the majority of AAC members must be people with a disability.
Some of the activities of the Perth County AAC include:
Visit the Perth County Accessibility web page for more information.
The Court of Revision hears appeals on assessments of costs for Municipal Drainage Works under the Drainage Act.
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will make recommendations to Council on matters that will foster and enhance a strong and stable economy, consistent with the attributes of an environmentally sustainable community. The Committee will support and assist Council with its efforts to generate and sustain employment, business and industrial investment.
Elma-Logan Arena Park Committee
The Elma Logan Arena Committee provides advice and recommendations to Council on recreational policies and programs specifically related to the Elma Logan Recreation Complex.
Environment, Forestry & Trails Committee
The Environment, Forestry & Trails Committee is an advisory committee that provides information, advice and assistance to Council and staff on issues relative to environmental issues, forestry, trails, passive parks, and wetlands, as aligned with Corporate Strategic Plans impacting the Municipality of West Perth.
Environmental Services Committee
The Environmental Services Committee advises and assists the Council with respect to all matters pertaining to drinking water systems, wastewater collection and treatment systems and solid waste management sites within the Municipality of West Perth. This committee also advises and assists Council with ensuring compliance with regulations governing the operation of those aforementioned municipal services.
The Fence Viewers Committee is appointed by Council pursuant to the provisions of the Line Fences Act to deal with matters related to the arbitration process when neighbours cannot agree on the construction, reconstruction or maintenance of a Line Fence.
Fullarton Conservation Area Committee*
The Fullarton Conservation Area Committee manages the trails, pavilion and pond leased to the Municipality by the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority.
Heritage and Culture Committee
The West Perth Heritage & Culture Committee is an advisory committee that provides information, advice and assistance to Council and staff of the Municipality of West Perth on heritage related matters impacting the Municipality.
Huron East Recreation Advisory Committee
The Huron East Recreation Advisory Committee provides advice and recommendations to Huron East Council on recreational policies and programs specifically related to the Seaforth Recreation Centre.
More information on this committee can be found HERE.
The West Perth Public Library Board manages the operation of the West Perth Public Library under the Public Libraries Act.
Mitchell BIA Board of Directors
Perth County OPP Detachment Board
The Perth County OPP Detachment Board is established by the Police Services Act to:
Perth County OPP Detachment Board
OPP Police Services Detachment Board Member Recruitment 2026-2030 Term
The Municipalities of West Perth, North Perth, and Perth East are currently accepting applications for community representatives to serve on the OPP Police Services Detachment Board for the 2026-2030 term.
One community representative is being sought from each municipality:
• 1 Member from West Perth
• 1 Member from North Perth
• 1 Member from Perth East
This is an opportunity to help strengthen community-police relations and provide local input on policing priorities and services within the detachment area.
Applications are now being accepted. Interested residents are encouraged to apply and help make a positive impact in their community.
The Property Standards Committee has the full delegation of the authority in the Building Code Act and the Municipal Act to hear appeals from property owners/occupants who have been served with a Property Standards Order to which they have taken issue with such Order. (Section 15.3(1) BCA)
West Perth Municipal Cemetery Committee
The West Perth Municipal Cemetery Committee is a Statutory Board established by Council with specific authority granted by the Province of Ontario under the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act, 2002, c33.
The Cemetery Board must:
Contact Us
Municipality of West Perth
160 Wellington Street
P.O. Box 609
Mitchell, ON N0K 1N0
Phone: 519-348-8429
Subscribe for Updates
Stay up to date on the municipality's activities, events, programs and operations by subscribing to our News and Notices.
