Ontario's Last Frontier
Ontario's Last Frontier
Posts related to the community of Pickle Lake, Ontario
If you require a medical appointment, please be advised that Dr. Mooney will be in Pickle Lake from November 12th to November 21st and Dr. Merali is available from December 15th to December 19th.
To book an appointment or to confirm availability, please contact the Betty Johnson Clinic at 807-928-2047.
For emergencies, call 807-928-2255.
The September Calendar and Pickle Pat Bulletin are available online for all residents and visitors. You are invited to review these updates at your leisure, courtesy of Pickle Lake’s Recreation Programmer.
The Township of Pickle Lake presents Blackfly Festival 2025, happening Saturday, August 2nd and Sunday, August 3rd. See posters for full details of events and 2-day schedule.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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