Pelham recognized with 2024 Financial Information Return (FIR) Award

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 16, 2025

Pelham, ON – For the second year in a row, the Corporation of the Town of Pelham has received the 2024 Financial Information Return (FIR) Award from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing for the 2024 annual submission.

The Financial Information Return (FIR) Award recognizes municipalities for their efforts to ensure that timely, reliable and accurate financial information has been submitted to the ministry. This year, Pelham’s 2024 Financial Information Return is one of only 18 municipalities in Ontario to receive the award. 

Through the FIR, municipalities provide data and statistical information through a standardized template that includes the municipalities’ financial position and activities, such as assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenses, for the previous fiscal year based on audited financial statements.

"It is encouraging to have the Town of Pelham's FIR Report receive this recognition again for a second year that highlights the dedication and commitment to timely and accurate information" said Treasurer and Director of Corporate Services Teresa Quinlin-Murphy. "With council placing priority on the corporation’s financial health through the strategic plan, there is an ongoing commitment to ensure the financial strength and sustainability of Pelham.”

Information contained within the FIR report provided by a municipality assists the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing in delivering vital information to users of the municipal database and informing government decision-making. The annual Financial Information Return (FIR) is the primary data collection tool used by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to collect financial and statistical information from municipalities. 

For more information about the 2024 Town of Pelham financial information return, visit www.pelham.ca/budget

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For media inquiries, please contact:

Leah Letford, Communications Specialist | 905-980-6653 | lletford@pelham.ca