The swimming area at Aylesford Lake Public Beach reopened June 17. There will not be lifeguards on duty June 17, but beach goers will be allowed to use the swimming area at their own risk. Daily lifeguarding services will resume June 18 at 10 a.m.  

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Swimming Area at Aylesford Lake Public Beach Reopened June 17
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
On June 17, Municipal staff determined it is safe to reopen the swimming area of Aylesford Lake Public Beach following a temporary closure due to a suspected sighting of blue-green algae on June 12. There will not be lifeguards on duty June 17, but beach goers will be allowed to use the swimming area at their own risk. Lifeguarding services will resume June 18 at 10 a.m. For more information about the beach reopening and blue-green algae, please read this Municipal News article.

Pride Event Guests Reflect on Importance of Flying Flags, Celebrating and Reflecting
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
The student became the teacher when 16-year-old Izzy Park spoke at the Municipality's Pride Art Exhibition and Flag Raising June 9. Read all about it in this Municipal News article.

Public Swimming Area at Aylesford Lake Beach Closed Until Further Notice
Monday, June 15, 2026
The swimming area at Aylesford Lake Beach remains closed until further notice due to a sighting of suspected blue-green algae. Please read this Municipal Advisory for more information.

Aylesford Lake Public Beach Open for 2026 Season
Monday, June 8, 2026
Aylesford Lake Public Beach opened for daytime use from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday June 1 and will soon be open weekends and evenings. As of June 13, the public beach will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, with lifeguards on site from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day starting June 14. For more about this popular recreation destination, check out this Municipal News article.

By-law 93 & 98 Notice for Second Reading
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
On May 19, 2026, Municipal Council gave first reading to amend By-law 98, the Wastewater Sewer By-law. On June 2, 2026, Municipal Council gave First Reading to amend By-law 93, the Private Road Maintenance and Improvement Charge By-law. Click the link above to review the notice of Council's intent to consider the amended By-laws on July 7, 2026, in accordance with section 168(2) Municipal Government Act.

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