News and Notices

Use our Waste Wizard to learn how to dispose and recycle properly

Our Waste Wizard web app lets you quickly and easily learn how to dispose of your waste the proper way. Just type in what you need to get rid of and it will tell you where,...

Beware of phone scam where criminals stay on the line after you hang up

Police are warning citizens of a new type of phone scam that involves suspects using "line-trapping" technology to remain connected to your line after you hang up with them.

This...

Welcome to the new and improved highlandseast.ca

We have always taken pride in having a website that was attractive, accessible, easy to use and provided excellent information to ratepayers and visitors alike.

On Tuesday, December...

Composters and Digesters Available for Sale

The Municipality of Highlands East has composters and the digesters available for sale. Limited quantities will be stored at the Visitor Information Centre in Wilberforce where...

Beat the Silent Killer Prevent CO in Your Home

Ontario’s Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week runs from November 1-7, and the Highlands East Fire Department reminds you to prevent carbon monoxide (CO) in your home by getting...

Ontario Guide to Adding a Second Unit in an Existing House

Adding a second unit is a great way to provide independent living for a family member or make a little extra money to help pay off the mortgage. But there are things you need to...

Be Bear Wise

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry's Bear Wise program strives to reduce human-bear conflict and has made available information sheets for download below....

Fraud Alert: Watch out for local Fire Department Phone Scams

Be advised, the Municipality of Highlands East Fire Departments, other Fire Departments of Haliburton County and the Firefighters Associations do not solicit funds over the phone....