Ontario's Last Frontier
Ontario's Last Frontier
Posts related to the community of Pickle Lake, Ontario
Black bears live in most parts of Ontario. Knowing what to do if you encounter a bear is being Bear Wise.
Check out these recommendations on how to avoid bear encounters, general safety tips, and what to do in an emergency.
For more information from the Ministry of Natural Resources, visit: ontario.ca/bearwise
Due to complications during service repairs, water has been shut down for residents between the Ramona Street – Rose Avenue intersection and the Anne Street – Rose Avenue
intersection.
An update on the service status will be posted as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Attention: Rose Avenue Residents Read More »
Please be advised that garbage pick-up for Canada Day (Tuesday, July 1st) will be rescheduled for the following day (Wednesday July 2nd).
As a reminder, all garbage must be contained within secure waste bags, placed inside a bin with a secure lid, and ready for collection by 08:30am. Loose cardboard must be boxed or bound.
Public Notice: Waste Collection Read More »
Employment opportunities as a customer service representative (part time) with LCBO, an indigenous employment relations specialist (temporary contract) at Musselwhite Mine, and a public works lead hand (permanent full time) with the Corporation of the Township of Pickle Lake. See post for full details.
Employment Opportunities Read More »
Urgent community notice regarding improper disposal of flushable wipes affecting the wastewater treatment facility.
Please review this post for full details of the issue affecting critical infrastructure, as well as recommendations from the Corporation of the Township of Pickle Lake.
Urgent Notice – Wastewater Treatment Facility Read More »
Please be advised that there is a planned power outage on: Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
If you have and questions or concerns, please contact Hydro One at 1-888-664-9376 or https://www.hydroone.com/support/contact
Planned Power Outage Read More »
Attention:
The following roads are closed due to forest fire:
• HWY 599 – Pickle Lake Road intersection (south bound)
• HWY 516
An alternate route is available for use between Pickle Lake and Mishkeegogamang via Airport Road.
MNR will be monitoring the situation and provide updates as they become available.
Road Closures Due to Fire Read More »
Please be advised that the Township Public Works department will be completing service repairs on Lakeview Crescent and Hooker Lane throughout the week (May 12-16) and that possible water disruptions as well as lane closures may occur during this time.
See post for full details.
Possible Water Disruption Read More »
It’s time to get screened for cancer.
The Screen for Life Coach will be visiting Pickle Lake from September 2nd to September 5th, 2025. To book an appointment, call 807-684-7777.
See post for full details.
The Northwestern Health Unit will be available for routine immunizations for all eligible community members on Thursday, May 29 from 4:00PM to 6:00PM.
Please stop by to see if you are up to date on your immunizations or if you have any questions.
See post for full details.
Immunization Walk-In Clinic Read More »