Perth County

Perth County Welcome to the official page for Perth County, Ontario. This page is monitored M-F 8:30-4:30

Perth County is a diverse and thriving county comprised of four lower-tier municipalities: North Perth, Perth South, Perth East and West Perth. We’ve welcomed newcomers from around the world to build their lives and businesses with us. Perth County has grown from a tradition of hard work and commitment and we are proud of the communities we’ve helped create. Trade in rush hour traffic for serene l

andscapes and cultural experiences. Meet a life where you will know your neighbour and your children can walk and bike to school. Find comfort in communities where our businesses greet you by name and the local chefs thank you for your business. We invite you to join us and begin to experience a calmer way of life once you see firsthand all the things that Perth County has to offer!

⚠️The Stratford-Perth Archives (4273 Line 34, Stratford) remains closed today (September 4) due to the ongoing power dis...
09/04/2026

⚠️The Stratford-Perth Archives (4273 Line 34, Stratford) remains closed today (September 4) due to the ongoing power disruption from the storm on September 2, 2026.

Research resources available online by visiting: www.perthcounty.ca/archives

Archives staff can still be reached via email: [email protected]

Regular hours are expected to resume on September 8, 2026.

Have a project that could help strengthen our rural economy and community?The Rural Ontario Development (ROD) Program pr...
09/04/2026

Have a project that could help strengthen our rural economy and community?

The Rural Ontario Development (ROD) Program provides funding to support projects that help rural communities and businesses grow, build capacity and create new opportunities.

Eligible applicants can access funding for projects focused on business development, workforce attraction and retention, community economic development and strengthening rural communities.

📅 Applications for the current intake are open until October 1, 2026.

If you’re considering a project that could contribute to the economic vitality of Perth County, explore the program details, eligibility requirements and funding opportunities available through the Province of Ontario.

Learn more and apply: https://www.ontario.ca/page/rural-ontario-development-program

Municipality of West Perth North Perth Township of Perth South Township of Perth East Stratford Perth Centre For Business

Happy apple season! Perth County is part of the apple belt in Ontario and has been for many years. With the region being...
09/03/2026

Happy apple season! Perth County is part of the apple belt in Ontario and has been for many years. With the region being rich with orchards historically, this opened the door for several c***r mills to be established.

One of these historic mills was on Napier Street in Mitchell, operated by Frederick William “Fred” Hennick. Hennick was born in Ontario in 1894 to farmers Daniel and Cristina. His father Daniel ran a chopping and c***r mill before him, along with what the “Atwood Bee” newspaper called a jelly factory, in Logan Township. He was also known as a very successful poultry farmer. It was claimed in local newspapers that he had one of the largest barns in Canada during the late 1890s. Hennick’s apple orchard wasn’t just a spot to grow apples; according to newspapers from the time, it was also sometimes used as a community event space with weddings held in the orchard and Lutheran church services held outside among the apple trees. The Hennick family was listed as living on Lot 23, Concession 6 in the 1901 Perth County Directory, with Fred continuing to live on the farm after his father’s death in 1930. Fred appears to have also carried on the family apple butter and c***r-making business. The c***r mill on Napier Street in Mitchell typically operated seasonally from October through November. Fred appears to have operated the mill late into his life until his death 1964. Municipality of West Perth

For more information about Stratford-Perth Archives contact us at [email protected].

Municipal crews are working hard across Perth County to clear debris following yesterday’s storm.⚠️ Please use caution w...
09/03/2026

Municipal crews are working hard across Perth County to clear debris following yesterday’s storm.

⚠️ Please use caution when driving and watch for debris along roadsides.

Some areas continue to experience power outages and road closures due to downed power lines. Never approach or touch a downed power line, stay well clear.

For the latest road closure information, visit Municipal 511: www.municipal511.ca

North Perth Township of Perth East Municipality of West Perth Township of Perth South Perth County Paramedic Services

⚠️***UPDATE-September 4, 2026*** - Stratford-Perth Archives remains closed today (September 4) due to the ongoing power ...
09/03/2026

⚠️***UPDATE-September 4, 2026*** - Stratford-Perth Archives remains closed today (September 4) due to the ongoing power disruption from the storm on September 2, 2026.

Regular hours are expected to resume on September 8, 2026.
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⚠️The Stratford-Perth Archives (4273 Line 34, Stratford) will be closed today due to the ongoing power disruption from yesterday’s storm.

Research resources available online by visiting: www.perthcounty.ca/archives

Archives staff can be reached via email: [email protected]

Regular hours are scheduled to resume tomorrow, September 4, 2026.

Join us for the 2026 Municipal Agriculture Economic Development & Planning Forum Conference Day!On September 29, municip...
09/02/2026

Join us for the 2026 Municipal Agriculture Economic Development & Planning Forum Conference Day!

On September 29, municipal leaders, planners, economic development professionals, agricultural organizations and industry partners from across Ontario will come together in Perth County to share ideas, explore emerging issues and strengthen the connections between agriculture, economic development and municipal planning.

Expect a full day of insightful speakers, practical conversations and opportunities to learn from communities and organizations working at the intersection of agriculture and rural development.

Your Conference Day registration also includes an optional evening networking reception on September 28, giving you even more time to connect with colleagues from across the province.

📅 Conference Day: September 29
🥂 Networking Reception: September 28
🎟️ Registration extended until September 9

Register today at https://www.perthcounty.ca/agforum

Municipality of West Perth Township of Perth South Township of Perth East North Perth Stratford Perth Centre For Business

📣Security Enhancements Coming to the Perth County CourthouseStarting September 8, 2026, new security enhancements will b...
09/02/2026

📣Security Enhancements Coming to the Perth County Courthouse

Starting September 8, 2026, new security enhancements will be in place at the Perth County Courthouse, 1 Huron Street, Stratford.

Stratford Police Service will maintain a full-time presence to provide security monitoring and screening for visitors to the Courthouse-side of the facility.

Visitors should be aware that:
➡Everyone entering the building will be required to pass through a metal detector.
➡Belongings may be subject to a physical search.
➡Visitors are encouraged to allow extra time for the security screening process.

Please plan ahead for your visit and learn more about the security screening process: www.perthcounty.ca/security

🌾 Help celebrate excellence in Ontario agriculture!Do you know a farmer, farm family, agri-food business, organization o...
09/01/2026

🌾 Help celebrate excellence in Ontario agriculture!

Do you know a farmer, farm family, agri-food business, organization or industry leader making a meaningful impact? The 2026 Ontario Excellence in Agriculture Awards are an opportunity to recognize the people and businesses helping Ontario’s agriculture and food sector grow, innovate and thrive.

This year’s awards recognize excellence across 10 categories, including Agribusiness, Research & Innovation, Education, Promotion, Women’s Farming, Youth and Farm Family Excellence.

Eligible individuals and businesses can apply themselves or be nominated by someone else.

📅 Deadline: September 4, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EST

Perth County is home to an incredible agriculture and agri-food community, let’s make sure their leadership, innovation and contributions are recognized across the province.

Learn more about eligibility, award categories and how to submit a nomination: https://www.ontario.ca/page/excellence-agriculture-awards

North Perth Municipality of West Perth Township of Perth South Township of Perth East Stratford Perth Centre For Business

Perth County's Administration Offices (1 Huron Street, Stratford) & the Stratford-Perth Archives (4273 Line 34, Stratfor...
09/01/2026

Perth County's Administration Offices (1 Huron Street, Stratford) & the Stratford-Perth Archives (4273 Line 34, Stratford) will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026.

All locations will resume regular hours Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

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1 Huron Street
Stratford, ON
N5A5S4

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

519.271.0531

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