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Dog and cat owners must register their pets with the Municipality. Each registered animal will receive a tag that allows Animal Control to identify your pet in the event that they are picked up while running at large.
Pet licensing should be reviewed yearly. Any person who owns and operate a kennel should also register yearly, using the Application for Kennel License.
Licensing Fees
$20 Per Dog or Cat
$10 Surcharge if Dog or Cat tag is purchased on or after March 1 of every year
$10 For each Dog or Cat that has been microchipped (must show certificate)
$10 For each Dog or Cat that has been spayed or neutered (must show certificate)
$4 Replacement of lost tag
$50 Private Kennel fee
$50 Pure bred Kennel License fee
$50 Boarding Kennel
$10 Transfer of Kennel License
See the Animal Control by-law for details and number of permitted pet(s) per household.
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A lottery has the following components: a prize, a chance to win the prize, and a consideration or fee. Eligible applicants must be licensed to conduct a lottery event. The Municipality of West Nipissing can help you obtain a license for:
- Bingo events with prize boards up to $5,500
- Raffles with prizes up to $50,000
- Break Open Ticket events that are not conducted in conjunction with another licensed gaming event
Applying for a Lottery License
IMPORTANT: Lottery License applications must be made at least 7 days prior to the proposed start of the lottery, and at least 4 days prior to ticket sales for raffles or break-open ticket lotteries.
- If your organization is applying for the first time, you will need to submit the Lottery License Questionnaire.
- For all applications, you will need to submit a Lottery License Application.
Please send all applications to finance@westnipissing.ca
License Fees
The following fees apply at the time of issuance of the license:
Raffle Lottery License Bingo Lottery License 50/50 Lottery License held outside of pooling hall | $10.00 – prize board up to $350.00 |
Raffle Lottery License Bazaar Lottery License Bingo Lottery License | 3% – prize board from $351.00 – $5,500.00 |
| 50/50 Lottery License | 3% of maximum possible value of the prizes |
| Break Open Ticket Lottery License | $24.00 per box of tickets |
For any inquiries, please contact:
705-753-2250
finance@westnipissing.ca
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Congratulations on planning to get married!
Marriage Licences are issued by the Municipality by appointment. Please call 705-753-2250 to book yours now. Refer to the following Procedure and Requirements for step-by-step instructions.
Requirements
- Any person 18 years of age or older may marry in Ontario. Any person who is 16 or 17 years of age may marry with written consent from his/her parents or legal guardians.
- Marriage Licences can only be issued to the applicant or joint applicant.
- Both parties must complete and sign the Marriage License Application
- Each applicant is required to provide two original pieces of identification.
- The marriage licence fee is $150 (cash, cheque or debit).
Documents and Links
Marriage Licensing By-Law 2015/83
Procedure and Requirements
Notice to Applicants
Requirements Respecting Marriage in Ontario
Marriage License Application (Marriage Act – Form 3)
Request for Marriage Certificate (for marriages which took place in Ontario only)
Assuming or unassuming a married name
Getting Married in Ontario
For people who were divorced outside of Canada, learn how to Authenticate a document for use outside Canada through the Ontario Ministry of Government and Consumer Services
Marriage Ceremonies
The Municipality of West Nipissing offers the service of performing marriage ceremonies, at the Municipal Office or at another venue, as arranged.
Ceremony Fees
| Fee | Location | Time |
| $225 | Municipal Office | Between 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
| $250 | Other than the Municipal Office | Between 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
| $250 | Other than the Municipal Office | After 4:30 p.m. or on weekends |
For any inquiries, please contact:
Melanie Ducharme
Municipal Clerk / Planner
705-753-6926
mducharme@westnipissing.ca
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Load Restrictions
The Municipality enforces reduced load restrictions on heavy vehicles to protect municipal roads during the spring thaw, when road bases soften and are susceptible to damage. Restrictions are currently posted and in effect until further notice.
No-cut Policy
Any work that involves paving is subject to a 5 year No-cut Policy. If you intend to install any services (water or sewer) which will require the cutting of the asphalt, please contact us immediately in order that such services can be installed prior to the No-cut Policy taking effect. See the Capital Projects section below for more information.
Report a Problem
Submit an online Service Request
Email support@westnipissing.ca
Call 705-753-2250 during regular business hours
For urgent matters outside of business hours, please call 705-753-1170.
To report an incident or accident and make a claim to the Municipality of West Nipissing, please fill out and submit the Notice of Claim form.
Schedule
From public swimming to open lap sessions, aqua fitness classes and swim lessons, we have a variety of programs for you and your family.
Registration
Drop-ins are now welcome for Adult Leisure, Open Swim, Open Lap, and Parents & Tots sessions. Family Swim, Public Swim and Aquafit require pre-registration. This can be done any time by phone or in person at the Recreation Centre.
Contact us
West Nipissing Community and Recreation Centre
219 O’Hara Street, Sturgeon Falls, ON
705-753-0160
reccenterstaff@westnipissing.ca
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Provide your comments in person
Written comments may be submitted in person at the Municipal Office located at 225 Holditch Street, Sturgeon Falls, open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Submit your comments online
Share your feedback using our convenient Comment Form.
Hours and Pricing
Monday to Friday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday to Monday: Closed
General Admission: $4 + tax
Guided tours: $6 + tax
Getting in Touch
Museum: 705-753-4716
Hall Rentals: 705-753-0160
250 Fort Road
Sturgeon Falls, Ontario P2B 2N7
Group Tours
The museum offers educational programming and tours for schools, tourist groups and other organizations.
Staying Social
We offer activities and host events for all ages. Follow us on Facebook to hear about the latest events at the museum.
Adventure through our community this winter!
Cross-country ski through beautiful, groomed trails at the West Nipissing Nordic Ski Club. Explore the low-impact snowshoeing trail, with scenery overlooking Lake Nipissing at the Sturgeon River House Museum.
Lace-up your skates and bring the whole family to enjoy an afternoon at of the many outdoor rinks in West Nipissing.
Travel through over 330 km of groomed snowmobile trails in our community, connecting to surrounding Trans-Ontario Provincial trail systems. Our local trails are groomed and maintained by the West Nipissing Snowmobile Club.
Outdoor Skating Rinks
Lace-up your skates and enjoy the fresh air! In true Canadian fashion, West Nipissing has plenty of outdoor rinks for you and your family to enjoy.
For information on hours of operation and to find a rink near you, see the Arenas and Rinks page.
Cache Bay, Railway Street
Field, Jarbeau Road
Sturgeon Falls, Goulard Park, John Street
Lavigne, Caron Road
River Valley, St. Joseph Road
Verner, Principale Street
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