South, Central Frontenac close township facilities - Frontenac Arena still open under restrictive measures

Jeff Green | Dec 16, 2021

As of Friday, both South and Central Frontenac are taking measures intended to slow the spread of COVID, as the result of the escalating spike in cases in the region.

In both townships, he administrative offices nd township halls are all be closed to the public. Wastes will continue to operate as normal. Township staff  will continue to be available through virtual means (see details below. The Frontenac Arena, which is jointly managed by the two townships, is continuing to operate at this under more strict distancing protocols than have been in place in recent weeks. Essentially, the rules that were in place when the arena first opened in September are being enforced again, and vaccine mandates are being srictly enforced as well.

The details about the office and hall closings in both townships are reprinted below - Central Frontenac followed by South Frontenac

Central Frontenac Municipal Facilities Closed to the Public Effective Friday, December 17, 2021 at 4:30 p.m.

In response to the rising cases of COVID-19 in our region and introduction of the new Omicron variant, Dr. Piotr Oglaza, Medical Officer of Health at KFL&A Public Health, is urging residents to stay vigilant and take heightened safety precautions wherever possible. Along with partners at Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC), KFL&A is urgently calling on the community to work together to help slow the growing COVID-19 case count in order to protect our hospitals and their ability to meet patients' needs.

This significant spike in cases is being seen in multiple settings and sectors due to the new variant of concern, Omicron. Omicron is highly transmissible and has made the KFL&A region the highest COVID-19 case rates in the province.

As a result the Township of Central Frontenac will be closing facilities to the public until at least January 4, 2022.  This includes the following facilities:

• Municipal Office
• Community Halls

All Waste Disposal Sites remain open, regularly scheduled hours at this time. Emergency Services remain in effect and in the event of an emergency, dial 9-1-1.

There will be reduced staff in the office starting Monday December 20^th through until the end of day Thursday December 23^rd .  Staff will be available via telephone or email. Then at 4:30 pm December 23^rd the office will be closed and reopen on January 4, 2022  at 8:30 a.m.  

If you need to drop off any documents, the Municipal Office has a mail slot available at the front Entrance to the Office.

COVID-19 Response – Temporary Closure of Municipal Offices and Indoor Facilities in South Frontenac

In response to the rising cases of COVID-19 in our region and introduction of the new Omicron variant, Dr. Piotr Oglaza, Medical Officer of Health at KFL&A Public Health, is urging residents to stay vigilant and take heightened safety precautions wherever possible. Along with partners at Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC), KFL&A is urgently calling on the community to work together to help slow the growing COVID-19 case count in order to protect our hospitals and their ability to meet patients' needs.

As a result, the Township will be closing all indoor rental facilities and its administrative offices in Sydenham at 4432 George Street, and at 2490 Keeley Rd., to the public temporarily, until at least January 4, 2022.

While these offices will be closed to the public, most municipal services will continue to be delivered and public communications via telephone, email and drop box will remain in place during regular business hours.

As a result of these closures and the broader COVID-19 outbreak, the following changes to our service delivery will take effect as of Wednesday, December 15, 2021.

Treasury Services

• • Treasury staff will remain available to respond to inquires via phone at 613-376-3027 ext. 2200 or via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
• • During the closure, 2022 Dog Tags can be purchased at one of five local retailers: Sydenham One Stop, Asselstine Hardware, RONA Hardware, Inverary Hardware, and Perth Road General Store.

Development Services

• • Planning & Building Staff will remain available to respond to inquiries and to assist in the preparation of applications via email, phone, and through intake forms on our website. Materials related to ongoing applications and preparation of new applications can be transmitted electronically.
• • Building permit and Planning applications can continue to be submitted via mail, or in person using the drop box located at 4432 George St., Sydenham. Application fees can be submitted via mail or drop box. Questions can be directed 613-376-3027 ext. 2226 or emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Public Services

• • The Township will be closing all municipally owned facilities to the public until at least January 4, 2022. Any individuals who had a booking during this time will be contacted.
• • Administrative Staff will continue to respond to inquiries via phone and email. Should you have any Public Services related questions, please contact 613-376-3027 ext. 4431 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
• • Public Works operations remain unchanged and all winter road maintenance standards will continue to be met.
• • Regular hours, including holiday hours, apply at both the Loughborough Waste Disposal Site and Portland Waste Disposal Site. For the safety of our front-line staff, please follow all posted signage and continue to practice physical distancing. Garbage & Recycling pick up will continue as scheduled.
• • Our Hazardous Waste Facility on Keeley Road will continue to be open from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm on regularly scheduled days. Upcoming dates include January 13th and 27th, 2021.

Council and Committee Meetings

• • Council, Committee of the Whole, and Committee of Adjustment meetings will continue to be held virtually. Residents can learn more and register for meetings through the Event Calendar on the Township’s website.

For the most up to date information visit: Kflaph.ca/Coronavirus or COVID-19 (coronavirus) in Ontario.