2025

Mayor Lefebvre Announces Hiring of New Chief Administrative Officer
February 28, 2025
Mayor Lefebvre Announces Hiring of New Chief Administrative Officer

Following an extensive search that attracted 88 applicants from across Canada, Shari Lichterman has been selected as the City of Greater Sudbury’s new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective March 19.

Annual Water Quality Report Now Available
February 28, 2025
Annual Water Quality Report Now Available

The City of Greater Sudbury's Annual Water Quality Summary Report for 2024 is now available at www.greatersudbury.ca/waterquality.

Community Celebrates the Opening of Lo-Ellen Park Outdoor Rink
February 26, 2025
Community Celebrates the Opening of Lo-Ellen Park Outdoor Rink

Thanks to the hard work of community volunteers, in partnership with the City, a neighbourhood rink in Greater Sudbury’s South End has been revitalized.

Greater Sudbury Showcases Strong Indigenous Partnerships and Mining Excellence at PDAC 2025
February 26, 2025
Greater Sudbury Showcases Strong Indigenous Partnerships and Mining Excellence at PDAC 2025

The City of Greater Sudbury is proud to announce its annual participation in the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) 2025 Convention, taking place from March 2 to 5 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto, Ontario.

City Accepting Applications for Transportation Demand Management Community Grant Program
February 24, 2025
City Accepting Applications for Transportation Demand Management Community Grant Program

The City of Greater Sudbury’s Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Plan outlines a strategy for implementing programs and initiatives to complement public transit, walking and cycling infrastructure.

Greater Sudbury Public Library Launches New Digital Collection to Celebrate Ontario Heritage Week
February 21, 2025
Greater Sudbury Public Library Launches New Digital Collection to Celebrate Ontario Heritage Week

On Friday, February 21, 2025, the Greater Sudbury Public Library launched its newest digital collection in their Heritage Database in celebration of Ontario Heritage Week.

City Council Wrap-Up: February 18, 2025
February 19, 2025
City Council Wrap-Up: February 18, 2025

Here is an overview of some key discussions and decisions from the City Council meeting on February 18.

City of Greater Sudbury Hosts Kazakhstan Ambassador
February 19, 2025
City of Greater Sudbury Hosts Kazakhstan Ambassador

On February 13 and 14, the City of Greater Sudbury had the distinct pleasure of hosting Kazakhstan Ambassador Dauletbek Kussainov. This visit marks a significant milestone in the growing relationship between Greater Sudbury and Kazakhstan, highlighting the potential for future collaborations and opportunities.

City Selects Downtown Site for New Event Centre
February 18, 2025
City Selects Downtown Site for New Event Centre

As the next step in the redevelopment of Greater Sudbury’s downtown, the City of Greater Sudbury has selected the site for the new Event Centre.

Eligible Residents Reminded to Apply for Property Tax Rebates
February 18, 2025
Eligible Residents Reminded to Apply for Property Tax Rebates

The deadline to apply for certain property tax rebates on final 2024 property taxes is fast approaching.

Family Day Activities and Municipal Service Schedule
February 13, 2025
Family Day Activities and Municipal Service Schedule

With the Family Day long weekend ahead, it’s a great time for some family fun. There are many indoor and outdoor activities available throughout the city for everyone to enjoy. To celebrate Family Day, reduced rates will be offered at pools, ski hills and arenas on Monday, February 17, 2025.

Final BuildingIN Public Consultation Session Will Refine Neighbourhood Solutions
February 13, 2025
Final BuildingIN Public Consultation Session Will Refine Neighbourhood Solutions

The City of Greater Sudbury invites residents to attend a virtual consultation session on February 20, 2025 at 7 p.m. with BuildingIN, a collaborative initiative aimed at addressing the housing supply challenge.

Applications for the 2025 intake of the Starter Company Plus Program Are Now Open
February 12, 2025
Applications for the 2025 intake of the Starter Company Plus Program Are Now Open

The City of Greater Sudbury’s Regional Business Centre is now accepting applications for the Starter Company Plus program, an initiative designed to support aspiring and existing entrepreneurs in launching or expanding their small businesses.

Interim Property Tax Bills on the Way
February 11, 2025
Interim Property Tax Bills on the Way

Interim property tax bills have been mailed out. The first instalment is due February 28, 2025, and the second is due March 31, 2025.

Child Care Fees for Children under Six Reduced to $22 per Day
February 4, 2025
Child Care Fees for Children under Six Reduced to $22 per Day

This reduction, which took effect in January 2025, is aiding over 2,600 families in Greater Sudbury. 

Regreening Programming Offered for Elementary, High School Classes
February 4, 2025
Regreening Programming Offered for Elementary, High School Classes

VETAC, City Council’s Advisory Panel on Regreening, is pleased to offer free programming to Greater Sudbury schools for students in grades 4 through 12.

Homegrown Ventures 2025: A Greater Sudbury Entrepreneurial Showcase
February 3, 2025
Homegrown Ventures 2025: A Greater Sudbury Entrepreneurial Showcase

The Innovation Quarters and the Regional Business Centre, in partnership with Laurentian University’s entrepreneurship support hub, the Foundry, are proud to present Homegrown Ventures 2025, a local entrepreneurial showcase aimed at inspiring budding businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs. The event will take place on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Jim Fielding Innovation & Commercialization Space at Laurentian University.

Residents Invited to Attend Virtual Information Session on Boating Activities on Local Lakes
January 29, 2025
Residents Invited to Attend Virtual Information Session on Boating Activities on Local Lakes

Representatives from Transport Canada, Greater Sudbury Police Service and Conservation Sudbury will be on hand to make presentations and answer questions.

Online Portal Streamlines Planning Application Submission Process
January 27, 2025
Online Portal Streamlines Planning Application Submission Process

Beginning January 30, 2025, planning applications will be accepted online through the Pronto portal.

Review of Policies to Enhance Commercial and Industrial Development Underway
January 24, 2025
Review of Policies to Enhance Commercial and Industrial Development Underway

Residents are being asked to share their feedback on the City’s policies regarding commercial and industrial development.