🏆 We’re proud to share that Perth County has been named the 2026 Canada’s Safest Public Sector Employer! This national recognition reflects our commitment to workplace health, safety and well-being. Read more: perthcounty.ca/news #PerthCounty

The original St. Andrew’s Church in Stratford was the site of a “resurrectionist” case in 1861 when the body of a Mr. McKay was dug up in the old cemetery. The culprit was never caught but it makes a great story to look back on for “spooky season”. #TBT [email protected]

📣 News Release: Stratford-Perth Archives is launching free virtual research appointments starting Nov. 1, 2026! Connect with Archives staff remotely for historical research, especially during inclement weather. Full Story: perthcounty.ca/news

👀 ICYMI: Perth County Stewardship Program Spring 2027 intake is OPEN! 🌲 4 grant streams: • Forest Management Plans • Living Snow Fences • Landowner Tree Planting • Community Tree Planting Apply early! Learn more: perthcounty.ca/stewardship

In the early 1900s, Dierlamm & Sack’s (later Dierlamm & Mowat’s) was a large granite and marble works at the corner of Wellington and St. Patrick St. in Stratford. You are likely to come across beautiful headstones made by them in local cemeteries. #TBT [email protected]

🚑 MPDS is now active in Perth County! The Medical Priority Dispatch System helps prioritize medical 911 calls and send the right resources to the right patient at the right time. Learn more: perthcounty.ca/news #PerthCounty

📣 News Release: Perth County Stewardship Program Spring 2027 Intake is OPEN! Grants support landowners & community groups with tree planting, forest restoration, forest health assessments & community tree sales. Apply early! 📰perthcounty.ca/news 🌲perthcounty.ca/stewardship

🔔Reminder: Perth County is seeking proposals for Municipal By-law Enforcement Officer (Perth County Tree Injury By-law) & Weed and Tree Inspection Services (RFP No. 2026-012-03) Deadline: Monday, October 19, 2026 at 11:00:00 AM (EDT). Learn more: perthcounty.ca/procurement

🚑 MPDS starts October 14! Perth County’s new Medical Priority Dispatch System will help prioritize medical 911 calls based on patient needs and ensure the right resources reach those who need them most. Learn more: perthcounty.ca/MPDS #PerthCounty #MPDS

📣 News Release: Learn how to decode First World War service records with author & historian Eric Edwards! Join Stratford-Perth Archives for a free workshop on uncovering the stories of ancestors who served as soldiers or nurses. Full Story: perthcounty.ca/news

In Listowel, crowds gathered at McDonald’s Music Hall on Sept. 25, 1926 to see the Musical Eckardts, a troupe of musical entertainers whose unique performances featured metal percussion instruments, vocals and, most notably, Swiss bell ringing. #TBT [email protected]

Perth County's Administration Offices (1 Huron Street, Stratford) & the Stratford-Perth Archives (4273 Line 34, Stratford) will be closed Monday, October 12, 2026. All locations will resume regular hours Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

This World Mental Health Day, CSWB & CMHA are offering free LivingWorks safeTALK training for adults 18+ throughout Oct. & Nov. in St. Marys, Listowel, Mitchell, Stratford & Milverton. Space is limited! Register: cswb-stratfordperthstmarys.c…

📞 Every call to 911 matters. Coming this October, MPDS will help prioritize medical 911 calls based on patient needs so the most critical emergencies receive the right resources as quickly as possible. Learn more: perthcounty.ca/MPDS #PerthCounty #MPDS

Perth County is seeking proposals for Municipal By-law Enforcement Officer (Perth County Tree Injury By-law) & Weed and Tree Inspection Services (RFP No. 2026-012-03) Learn more: perthcounty.ca/procurement

This photo shows the Reformed Mennonite Meeting House built in 1850 and once located on Con. 6, Lot 15, North Easthope Township, now part of Perth East. By 1958 it was replaced with a new building still in use today at 1993 Perth County Line 43. #TBT [email protected].

🧡Today, Perth County recognizes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We pause to reflect on the history and ongoing legacy of residential schools and learn about reconciliation. 🔸Explore resources: nctr.ca #NDTR #EveryChildMatters #PerthCounty

📣 Perth County received $25,000 through the 2026 Invasive Phragmites Control Fund to map and manage invasive Phragmites along rural roadsides. Working with local municipalities, 350+ sites have been treated. ➡ perthcounty.ca/news #PerthCounty

🚑 911 in Perth County is getting smarter. Starting mid-Oct 2026, the Medical Priority Dispatch System (MPDS) will help prioritize medical 911 calls based on patient needs so the right resources reach the patients who need them most. Learn more: perthcounty.ca/MPDS

Join Stratford-Perth Archives for a free WWI research workshop with local military historian Eric Edwards. It will take place on Sat., Oct. 17 from 2-4 PM, and will be available again on Sat., Oct. 24, 2-4 PM. Register now at [email protected] or (519) 271-0531 x259.