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Temporary Road Closure: Chantler Road between Effingham Street and Pihach Street

Effective Monday July 20, Town of Pelham Fire Chief Bob Lymburner has removed the open-air burn ban. 

Open-air burning and fireworks are permitted in the Town of Pelham following the lifting of the ban in accordance with Town by-laws.

The Town of Pelham is proceeding with plans to reconstruct College Street and Emmett Street between Pelham Street and Station Street in Fonthill. The design is to include the full urbanization of College and Emmett Street, complete with curbs and gutters, AODA-compliant sidewalks, new storm sewers, and the replacement of the existing sanitary sewers and water mains. The project is expected to be tendered for construction in 2027 following the substantial completion of the Station Street Reconstruction.

Temporary Road Closure: Station Street, from Summersides Boulevard/Pelham Town Square to Port Robinson Road

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 15, 2026

Pelham, ON – Effective Wednesday July 15, 2026, Town of Pelham Fire Chief Bob Lymburner has declared an open-air burn ban due to diminishing air quality as a result of the ongoing wildfires in Northwestern Ontario. 

Environment Canada has issued an Orange-Level Air Quality Warning for the Niagara Region beginning Wednesday, July 15 at 12:00 p.m. Northwestern Ontario wildfire smoke is expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility. 

The 14th annual award-winning Pelham Summerfest will take place in Pelham from July 16 to 19, 2026. Sections of the roadways in the downtown Fonthill area will be closed to allow for event setup and foot traffic throughout the event.

The Town of Pelham is proceeding with plans to reconstruct College Street and Emmett Street between Pelham Street and Station Street in Fonthill. The design is to include the full urbanization of College and Emmett Street, complete with curbs and gutters, AODA-compliant sidewalks, new storm sewers, and the replacement of the existing sanitary sewers and water mains. The project is expected to be tendered for construction in 2027 following the substantial completion of the Station Street Reconstruction.

The Town of Pelham's regular council meeting was held on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at the Pelham Municipal Building at 20 Pelham Town Hall.