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  • Flower Basket Installation is Underway

    Flower Basket Installation is Underway

    Information
    Published: 12 June 2026

    Public Works crews will be installing hanging flower baskets throughout Amherst today and into the evening.

    Motorists and pedestrians are asked to use caution and be mindful of workers and equipment...

  • Street Closures on Saturday, June 13

    Street Closures on Saturday, June 13

    Information
    Published: 11 June 2026

    Amherst's "Downtown T" will be closed this Saturday, June 13, for Pride events in and around Victoria Square. 

    From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Church Street will be closed to traffic at King Street, and...

  • Water Main Flushing Notice

    Water Main Flushing Notice

    Information
    Published: 08 June 2026

    The Town of Amherst will begin its water main flushing program starting Monday, June 8, 2026. Flushing work will continue for approximately five weeks.

    During this time, customers may experience...

Drugs and Addiction

Internal and external education, individual and community support, and enforcement.

Social Needs

Poverty reduction, improved Accessibility for all, Inclusion Diversity and Equity.

Community Collaboration

Working together with government, non-profits, individuals, and community groups to achieve our mutually beneficial goals.

Community Vibrancy

Activities, healthy lifestyles, celebrations, education, communication

Economic Development

Support small and large business, promotion, business and industrial expansion.

Ongoing Core Priorities 07 05 24

 

*These are priorities not linked to specific end dates or specific deliverables.

Town Calendars

AMHERST WEATHER

Strategic Plan 2024-2028

Block
0,494
Residents (2021)
0.2
KM Sidewalks and Trails
0.2
KM of Watermains
0.9M
Litres of Reservoir Capacity