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The Atlantic Mayor’s Congress, an organization of Atlantic Canadian cities and municipalities committed to improving municipal government and developing a strong, unified voice to advocate for municipalities in the Atlantic region, is set to meet Thursday, October 21 until Saturday October 23, 2021.

During the 27th edition of the Communities in Bloom National Awards Ceremony, held virtually on October 7, Charlottetown was selected as the recipient of the Municipal World WinterLife Award.

The 17th annual Prince Edward Island Marathon is scheduled for October 16th – 17th, 2021. The PEI Marathon Weekend is a two-day running and walking event this year.

In honour of Small Business Week, City Council has approved free parking at all metered and parkade parking, starting at 11:00 am, to encourage all residents, shoppers, and travelers to support local small businesses in Charlottetown.

- The City of Charlottetown Seniors Engagement Committee is launching a series of workshops to obtain input and feedback from the senior and near senior population.

Charlottetown City Hall and its Administrative Offices are now operating under winter hours

During the first Event Atlantic Excellence Awards, Wayne Long, Events Development Officer with the City of Charlottetown, was recognized as the inaugural Champion of the Year

The City of Charlottetown is now accepting nominations for the 2021 Veterans Recognition Awards

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Friday, October 8, 2021:

Today, on Energy Efficiency Day, the City of Charlottetown announced details today on the success of its new Switch Efficiency Program. The program was launched in Charlottetown, Stratford, and Wolfville, Nova Scotia in July and already has a million dollars in projects underway.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Thursday, October 7, 2021

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Wednesday, October 6, 2021

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Tuesday October 5, 2021

An accessible, multi-use paved pathway from Murchison Lane to St. Peters Road is now open to the public thanks to the City of Charlottetown’s Active Transportation Project.

On September 30, 2021, Rochford Street will be closed, in honour of the scheduled Reconciliation Ceremony, between Fitzroy Street and Kent Street from 9:00 am and 12:30 pm.

Charlottetown City Hall and its administrative offices will be closed tomorrow, September 30, 2021, in recognition of the first National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Thursday September 30 and Friday October 1

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Wednesday, September 29:

The lawns and gardens of Charlottetown are being celebrated this month as the Make Our Hometown Beautiful winners are announced.

The City of Charlottetown Parks and Recreation Department has released its 2021/22 Fall and Winter Program Brochure.

The City of Charlottetown’s Planning and Heritage Department has released a technical background report outlining the community impacts of short-term rental (STR) properties, feedback received from the public during the consultation phase, and STR regulatory options based on best practices across the country.

The City of Charlottetown’s Fire Department is launching its volunteer firefighter recruitment campaign today, Monday, September 20, 2021.

Out of an abundance of caution due to the unfolding COVID-19 outbreak on PEI, the City of Charlottetown has decided to cancel the Rooted in Art Music & Mocktails in the Park event initially scheduled to take place on Sunday, September 19.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Monday, September 13:

The City of Charlottetown Parks and Recreation Department would like to inform residents and user groups that all ball fields are closed today, Friday, September 10, 2021, due to the weather and poor field conditions.

The City of Charlottetown's Water and Sewer Utility wishes to advise the public that its fall maintenance check and bi-annual Hydrant Flushing Program is expected to begin on September 27th and take place over a four- to six-week period.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Wednesday, September 8:

A reminder that the City of Charlottetown is currently seeking applications for vacancies on the Arts Advisory Board and the Mayor’s Active Transportation Task Force.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected:

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Wednesday September 1

After a nationwide search, the City of Charlottetown has named Brad MacConnell the new Chief of the Charlottetown Police Services.

The City of Charlottetown Parks and Recreation Department would like to notify the public that the Victoria Park Floating Dock will be temporarily

The City of Charlottetown will host the 2nd annual Rooted in Art event on Sunday, September 19 from 2-4 p.m. in King’s Square to celebrate the diversity of local talent in PEI and pay tribute to the importance and beauty of the city’s urban forest.

A new Net Zero City facility is being constructed on MacAleer Drive in Charlottetown – the first of its kind in the Capital City.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Saturday, August 28 and Monday, August 30:

The City of Charlottetown Parks and Recreation Department would like to notify the public that the Simmons Pool will be closed for maintenance starting at today Friday, August 27, 2021, at 7:45 p.m. until further notice.

The following is a statement from City Councillor Terry MacLeod, Chair of the Standing Committee on Planning and Heritage, on recent permit applications for the first phase of the Sherwood Crossing property on the corner of Mount Edward Road and Towers Road.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Wednesday August 25:

The City of Charlottetown is currently seeking applications for vacancies on the Arts Advisory Board and the Mayor’s Active Transportation Task Force.

The City of Charlottetown is excited to announce the return of outdoor movie screenings to the capital city in 2021.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Thursday, August 19:

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Friday, August 20:

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Wednesday August 18:

Submissions are now being accepted for the City of Charlottetown’s Make Our Hometown Beautiful program.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Monday August 16:

Three new projects relating to community sustainability will receive funding from the City of Charlottetown’s Community Sustainability Micro-Grant Program.

Mayor Philip Brown and Charlottetown City Council invite residents and visitors to the Mayor’s Drive-through BBQ and Ice Cream social to kick off Country Days, presented by Old Home Week.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Wednesday, August 11:

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Tuesday August 10:

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Monday, August 9:

The City of Charlottetown has completed a living shoreline demonstration site at the shoreline and viewing platform at the intersection of Murchison Lane and the entrance to Sherwood Home.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Friday, August 6:

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Thursday August 5:

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Wednesday, August 4:

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Thursday, July 29:

Mayor Philip Brown and Charlottetown City Council are pleased to announce the 2021 Citizen Recognition Awards, the Forbes Kennedy Volunteer of the Year Award, and the 24th annual David Eli MacEachern Bursary to mark Natal Day, the City's 166th birthday.

The City of Charlottetown is hosting a SWITCH Charlottetown Homeowner info session Monday, July 26th. This virtual event will allow homeowners to listen, learn, and ask questions about the SWITCH Charlottetown program and how they may qualify and participate.

Join the City of Charlottetown in celebrating its 166th birthday by participating in Natal Day Weekend Celebrations taking place Friday, July 30 to Monday, August 2.

The City of Charlottetown Parks and Recreation Department would like to inform residents that the Victoria Park Pool and Splashpad will be shut down for the day on Thursday, July 15 for emergency repairs to the pool house infrastructure

On Monday, July 12, Charlottetown City Council voted to launch a new residential energy efficiency and renewable programming, ‘Switch Charlottetown’, aimed at addressing the climate change emergency

The City of Charlottetown advises the public that Wright’s Creek Bridge (off Acadian Drive) will be closed to the public, effective immediately so that the construction of a new bridge can be completed.

City of Charlottetown residents are invited to show how they celebrate summer in Charlottetown by sharing photos on social media to win exciting prizes.

The City of Charlottetown Parks and Recreation Department would like to inform user groups that all ball fields are closed today, July 9, 2021, due to the wet and poor playing conditions. Your cooperation is very much appreciated.

Mayor Philip Brown officially presented Charlottetown’s highest honour – the Key to the City – to Prince Edward Island’s Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, and the Province’s Chief of Nursing and Professional Practice Officer, Marion Dowling, along with healthcare professionals across Prince Edward Island who have continued working diligently to protect Islanders and stop the spread of COVID-19.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Wednesday, July 7

The City of Charlottetown has extended the downtown Common Things Art Installation by one week – now ending on July 11th.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Friday, July 2:

The City of Charlottetown has opened the call for nominations and call for award design for the 2021 Arts and Culture Awards, which will be held on Monday, October 25 at the Trailside Music Hall.

Spring Street, between Churchill Avenue and Villa Avenue, will be closed for the day Monday, June 28.

The City of Charlottetown Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting an open house public consultation for the Simmons Sports Centre (Arena and Pool) preliminary concept design on July 6 2021, from 5-8 pm at Simmons Sports Centre (170 North River Road).

The City of Charlottetown’s Parks and Recreation Department would like to inform residents that the recreational community pools will be opening for the season tomorrow, June 29 2021.

In collaboration with the Municipal Natural Assets Initiative (MNAI), the City of Charlottetown has created a Natural Asset Inventory.

Nominations for the Mayor’s Citizen Recognition Awards are now open to the public.

The City of Charlottetown is excited to announce a call for proposals for Rooted in Art, an opportunity for Island artists to create temporary art installations inspired by Charlottetown trees.

Capital City Canada Day will return to in-person celebrations this year with an all-day schedule of free activities including musical performances, an art installation, and family activities.

City of Charlottetown Water and Sewer Utility would like to inform the public that they are currently managing a water main break in East Royalty on the high-pressure system.

The Charlottetown Sewer and Water Utility has implemented an online account portal which will allow customers to receive water and sewer bills electronically.

City of Charlottetown residents are invited to show their national pride and participate in Canada Day by decorating their homes for a chance to win awesome prizes.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Thursday, June 17

The City of Charlottetown will serve as a featured location for this year’s National Canada Day Evening Program.

The Charlottetown Water and Sewer Utility would like to advise customers that repair work is required on a water valve in East Royalty at the intersection of St. Peters Road and Oakland Drive.

The City of Charlottetown’s Environment and Sustainability Committee is now accepting a second round of applications to the 2021 Community Sustainability Micro-Grant Program.

The City of Charlottetown is excited to announce that Bike Week will take place this year from June 14-21, 2021.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Thursday, June 3: • Sidewalk work is scheduled to take place in the following areas for the week of May 31 – June 4: o Prince Street, between Kent Street to Grafton Street o Grafton Street, between Pownal Street and Rochford Street o Hillsborough Street, between Water Street and Dorchester Street • Work continues on the new library on Queen Street, between Richmond Street and Sydney Street. This section of sidewalk remains open to pedestrian traffic with signage in place as this work is ongoing. • A section of the boardwalk that runs along the waterfront parallel to Haviland Street, adjacent to the Culinary Institute and the Armoury, will be closed to pedestrians during construction of a project at 15 Haviland Street. Those using the boardwalk will need to go around the site while exploratory excavation work related to a future building and the existing stormwater pipe is completed.

At a special meeting of the City Council on May 31, 2021, Councillor Julie McCabe introduced a resolution, at the request of Councillor Greg Rivard, that the statue, currently located on the corner of Queen Street and Richmond Street, be removed from its current location.

The City of Charlottetown is once again offering a cost sharing incentive to provide local businesses an opportunity to install a bike rack at their establishment.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Thursday May 27.

The City of Charlottetown Council and Senator Diane Griffin are expressing concerns that unless amended, the Budget Implementation Act 2021, which would put the two-zone EI system into statute, making it more challenging to restore the one-zone for P.E.I.

The City of Charlottetown’s Administrative Offices will switch to summer hours beginning on Tuesday, May 25.

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Wednesday May 26

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following traffic flow impacts expected for Friday May 21

On behalf of the Charlottetown City Council, I want to extend a message of support and solidarity to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community on this International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.

The City of Charlottetown Planning & Heritage Department wishes to remind residents about the open house public meeting to update residents on the current state of the short-term rental market.

Philip Brown, Mayor of Charlottetown, issued the following statement in recognition of National Nurses Week and International Nurses Day:

A traffic advisory has been issued with the following impacts expected for Tuesday, May 11, 2021, between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm.

Eight new projects relating to community sustainability will receive funding from the City of Charlottetown’s Community Sustainability Micro-Grant Program.