Hillsdale Water Restrictions and Fire Ban Beginning April 20

The Township of Springwater is advising Hillsdale residents and businesses that the Hillsdale water standpipe will be taken offline beginning Monday, April 20, 2026, to complete permanent repairs following a leak identified earlier this year.

As a result, mandatory water use restrictions and an outdoor fire ban will be in effect in Hillsdale for the duration of the repair period.

The standpipe is expected to be out of service for approximately two weeks, pending final testing before returning to operation. During this time, a portable backup water storage tank will support the system to help maintain water availability during peak demand and emergency response.

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Ward Boundary Review

During the Regular Council meeting on October 1, 2025, Council approved Option 2 for reconfiguring the five wards as detailed in Schedule 'A'. The Township of Springwater will evaluate the six ward configurations proposed by the consultant when the municipal population reaches 32,000. This approach aims to maintain fair and effective representation for Springwater residents. 

What is a ward boundary review?

A ward boundary review is a process undertaken by a local municipality to assess and potentially adjust the boundaries of its electoral wards and/or electoral systems. Electoral wards are geographical areas within a municipality that determine which residents are represented by each elected councillor.

Purpose of Review

The primary purpose of a ward boundary review is to ensure fair and effective representation for all residents within a municipality. By periodically reviewing and, if necessary, adjusting ward boundaries, the municipality aims to achieve a more balanced distribution of population among wards. This helps to ensure that each councillor represents a similar number of constituents, thus promoting equitable representation and responsiveness to community needs.

Final Recommendations

Following a comprehensive, independent review of the ward boundary system throughout 2024 by Watson & Associates, final recommendations will be presented to Council for consideration at the February 5, 2025 meeting of Springwater Council. The final step in the ward boundary review is for Council to decide on the ward boundary structure going forward and approve a by-law be enact the new ward boundaries.

View the recommendations and the final report.

Did you miss the first round of public engagement? Don't worry, view the recording or display boards.

 

 

Did you miss the second round of public engagement? View the display boards.

The Preliminary Options Report has been compiled based on input from the community during Phase 1 public consultations. This comprehensive report highlights key themes from community feedback, explores population growth projections, and evaluates the current ward structure. The insights and recommendations contained within offer pathways to ensure fair and effective representation for all residents in our vibrant township.

Preliminary Options Report

The Ward Boundary Review Final Report has been consolidated with the input gathered from the community during the Phase 1 and Phase 2 public consultations. The presentation to Council from Watson and Associates is available and highlights the key themes from the feedback gathered throughout this process. The information evaluates the current ward structure, while keeping in line with projections for future population growth.

Ward Boundary Review - Memo

Ward Boundary Review - Final Report

Ward Boundary Review - Presentation

View the interactive Springwater Ward Boundary Review interactive ward map where you can find existing ward configurations for Springwater, along with some preliminary options for consideration.

View the Interactive Map in a larger format:

Interactive Map

 

Phase 1 - Public Consultation

Did you miss the first round of public engagement? Don't worry, view the recording or display boards.

 

 

Phase 2 - Public Consultation

Did you miss the second round of public engagement? View the display boards.

 

Process

Learn about the Township's ward boundary system and the Ward Boundary Review process.

 

 

  • Spring 2024 - Project Initiation, information gathering and research
  • Spring 2024 - Interviews with the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and members of Council
  • Spring 2024 - Backgrounder Reports
  • May 1, 2024 - Council Workshop
  • June 17 & 20 2024 - Public Engagement Round 1
  • July-August 2024 - Existing Population and Growth Forecast
  • Summer 2024 - Development of Preliminary Ward Boundary Alternatives
  • October 8, 2024 - Public Consultation Round 2 - Preliminary Ward Boundary Alternatives
  • Fall 2024 / Winter 2025 - Finalization of Alternatives
  • February 2025 - Final Report & Recommendations

Know Your Ward

Not sure which ward you live in? Find out using our interactive map:

Discussion Papers

Review the project Discussion Papers to learn about the topics that will be considered in this review:

Just for Fun

Test your Springwater knowledge with this fun brainteaser quiz! See how well you know the Township and maybe even learn something new about the place you call home. It's just for fun, so challenge yourself and give it a try!

Guiding Principles

Wards should have a similar number of people living in them.

Wards should consider current and expected population changes so that ward sizes will be balanced for up to three terms of Council.

Ward boundaries should be drawn around recognized settlement areas, traditional neighbourhoods, and community groupings—not through them.

Wards should use geographical and topographical features to mark boundaries while keeping the wards compact and easy to understand.

Wards should group existing neighbourhoods to reflect current transportation and communication patterns.

Contact Us

Township of Springwater
Administration Centre
2231 Nursery Road
Minesing, ON
L9X 1A8

Email: Contact Us
Phone: 705-728-4784
General Fax: 705-728-6957

Clerk's Department

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Phone: 705-728-4784 x2304