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Welcome and thank you for choosing North Perth! As you settle in, you may have some questions. We have put together a New Resident Package that has commonly requested information about the Municipality and community. You can view the package online, print off for your use, or visit the Municipal Office for a paper copy.
The material below has also been put together to help you with your move. If you have more questions, please contact us at the Municipal Office.
About us |
Our Municipal Office is located at 330 Wallace Ave. N. in Listowel, Ontario. Our office is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, please visit our About North Perth page. |
Community guide & events |
We produce a Community Guide to let residents, visitors, and businesses know what is happening in our community. We publish a new Guide every spring. We also publish a bi-monthly Community Connection Newsletter that includes details on events and programs hosted by the Municipality and other community groups. The newsletter is available online and addresses in North Perth will receive a paper copy of the Community Connection Newsletter in their flyers. You can also view our Community Calendar to see what there is to do in North Perth. |
Garbage and recycling |
Bluewater Recycling Association manages our garbage and recycling services. If the previous owner of your home did not leave the garbage and recycling wheelie bins for you, or you are moving into a new home, please contact Environmental Services. For more information, visit our Garbage and Recycling page. |
Hospitals and healthcare |
The Listowel Memorial Hospital and Listowel-Wingham and Area Family Health Team serve the healthcare needs of our community. There are also many specialized services and healthcare resources available. For more information, please visit our Healthcare and Wellness page. |
Internet, phone and cable |
Visit our Business Directory for a listing of companies that provide internet, phone, and cable services in North Perth. |
Jobs |
We advertise available employment opportunities at the Municipality of North Perth on our Employment Portal. We welcome applications for advertised postings; unsolicited resumes will not be accepted. For other employment opportunities in North Perth and the surrounding area, we encourage you to search the Connect 2 JOBS Job Board. The Partners in Employment Resource Centre in Listowel can assist you to find and keep employment. They can also help employers who are looking for employees. |
Library |
The North Perth Public Library has branches in Listowel, Atwood and Monkton. For more information, visit the Library section of the website. |
Maps |
Visit the Maps page for maps of North Perth. |
Newcomers |
Visit the Newcomers Settlement Services page for programs and services to help newcomers navigate and learn about life in Canada, linking families with schools, supporting children and parents with various settlement needs, and connecting individuals with community resources. To make an appointment with the Perth County Settlement Worker, Donna Dong, please call 519-504-3219 or email donna.dong@ytr.ymca.ca. |
Police, fire and ambulance services |
Visit the Emergency Services and Safety page for information on police, fire and ambulance services in North Perth. |
Property taxes |
Our Finance Department handles property tax billing and collection. For more information, visit the Property Taxes page. |
Recreation and parks |
Our Parks and Recreation Department works hard to provide our community with high-quality programs, facilities and park amenities for you to enjoy. For more information, visit the Recreation and Programs page and the Parks, Pavilions and Trails page. |
Schools |
We have multiple elementary, secondary, post-secondary and training education options. For more information, visit the Education and Schools page. |
Utilities |
The companies that provide utility services in North Perth include: |
Water and Wastewater |
We have four water systems that service residents in Atwood, Listowel, Gowanstown and Molesworth. You will receive a bi-monthly water/wastewater bill if you are using municipal services. The bill amount is based on a minimum flat rate plus consumption. For more information, visit our Water and Wastewater page. |
Youth and Young Adults |
We are committed to engaging and attracting youth to live and work in our community through the implementation of our Youth Attraction Strategic Plan. We have developed profiles of several local youth, career cards, and videos to give youth and young adults an idea of what North Perth can offer you. We have also collected information on youth services, opportunities and organizations for you to take advantage of in and around our community. |