2026

City of Greater Sudbury Prepares for 2026 Municipal and School Board Elections
February 25, 2026
City of Greater Sudbury Prepares for 2026 Municipal and School Board Elections

The City of Greater Sudbury has begun preparations for the Municipal and School Board Elections taking place on Monday, October 26, 2026. An update provided at the February 24 City Council meeting outlines key dates and proposed by-laws for matters including internet voting, the use of optical scan tabulators, and restrictions on candidates’ use of municipal resources during the campaign period.

Progress Continues on Roadmap to End Homelessness by 2030
February 25, 2026
Progress Continues on Roadmap to End Homelessness by 2030

The City and community partners continue to advance coordinated efforts toward functional zero homelessness.

City Looking for Community's Feedback on Next Phase of Outdoor Court Revitalization
February 24, 2026
City Looking for Community's Feedback on Next Phase of Outdoor Court Revitalization

As part of this phase, the tennis courts in Coniston and Falconbridge are scheduled for renewal in 2026.

March Break 2026 Programming at Greater Sudbury Public Library Open for Registration
February 19, 2026
March Break 2026 Programming at Greater Sudbury Public Library Open for Registration

The Greater Sudbury Public Library (GSPL) invites families to March into Arts during March Break 2026. From Monday, March 16 to Friday, March 20, 2026, GSPL will offer a variety of creative programs for children in kindergarten through to grade 8, although all are welcome

City Announces New Director of Housing Services and Homelessness
February 19, 2026
City Announces New Director of Housing Services and Homelessness

Jaclyn Seeler begins her new role on March 23, 2026, reporting to the General Manager of Community Well-being.

Eligible Residents Reminded to Apply for Property Tax Rebates
February 18, 2026
Eligible Residents Reminded to Apply for Property Tax Rebates

The deadline to apply for certain property tax rebates on final 2025 property taxes is fast approaching. Applications must be received by the City of Greater Sudbury Revenue Services section by Monday, March 2, 2026.

2026 Family Day Municipal Service Schedule
February 13, 2026
2026 Family Day Municipal Service Schedule

The following municipal services will be closed to the public for Family Day on Monday, February 16.

City Council Endorses Updated Downtown Master Plan
February 11, 2026
City Council Endorses Updated Downtown Master Plan

During last night’s City Council meeting, Council endorsed the updates to the City’s Downtown Master Plan (DMP), which will guide future planning, investment and revitalization efforts in the downtown core. These updates come following the completion of several long-term projects identified in the 2012 version of the Downtown Master Plan, including Place des Arts and the McEwen School of Architecture.

Interim Property Tax Bills on the Way
February 11, 2026
Interim Property Tax Bills on the Way

Interim property tax bills have been mailed out. The first instalment is due February 27, 2026 , and the second is due March 31, 2026.

Greater Sudbury Development Corporation (GSDC) supports Improvements to Local Snowmobiling Trails
February 10, 2026
Greater Sudbury Development Corporation (GSDC) supports Improvements to Local Snowmobiling Trails

The GSDC celebrated the unveiling of several improvements made across the Sudbury District snowmobile trail network at an event hosted by the Sudbury Trail Plan in Garson this morning. Through its Tourism Development Fund, the GSDC provided a $125,000 donation to support these improvements, including five warming huts like the one featured at the unveiling.

City Accepting Applications for Transportation Demand Management Community Grant Program
February 9, 2026
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.
 

City of Greater Sudbury Announces 2026 Priority Sectors and Occupations for Immigration Pilot Programs
February 4, 2026
City of Greater Sudbury Announces 2026 Priority Sectors and Occupations for Immigration Pilot Programs

The City of Greater Sudbury is announcing the priority sectors and occupations for the 2026 Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) programs, building on the first year of program delivery to ensure they continue to respond to local labour market needs and support economic growth.

GOVA Transit to Phase Out Third-Party Ride Card Sales, Prepares Launch of New Fare Options
February 3, 2026
GOVA Transit to Phase Out Third-Party Ride Card Sales, Prepares Launch of New Fare Options

As part of ongoing efforts to modernize fare payment and enhance the rider experience, GOVA Transit will launch the GOVA Pass mobile app in March.

Public Notice: Proposed Closure and Sale of a Portion of Alder Street, Sudbury
January 30, 2026
Public Notice: Proposed Closure and Sale of a Portion of Alder Street, Sudbury

The City of Greater Sudbury is providing notice under Notice By-law 2012-204 (Sections 13(c), 30, 31, and 32) that Council has approved the intent to permanently close and dispose of a section of Alder Street to the abutting property owner, 2269139 Ontario Inc. (the Applicant).

City Launches SkateShare Program at Queen's Athletic Skating Oval
January 22, 2026
City Launches SkateShare Program at Queen's Athletic Skating Oval

The pilot program will be offered on Saturdays, from 1 to 5 p.m., from January 24, 2026, until mid-March.

City Council Backs New Supportive Housing Development
January 21, 2026
City Council Backs New Supportive Housing Development

On January 20, 2026, the City’s Finance and Administration Committee directed staff to apply for funding through the Build Canada Homes (BCH) supportive housing program stream.

Snow Day 2026 Returns to Greater Sudbury on February 21
January 19, 2026
Snow Day 2026 Returns to Greater Sudbury on February 21

Bundle up, bring your winter spirit, and get ready for a day of winter fun.

Downtown Snow Removal Begins This Weekend
January 19, 2026
Downtown Snow Removal Begins This Weekend

City crews are getting ready to begin snow removal in downtown Sudbury to widen traffic lanes and improve access. The work will be done from Sunday, January 18 to Friday, January 30, 2026, from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. each day, weather permitting.

City of Greater Sudbury Honoured as Age-Friendly Community
January 19, 2026
City of Greater Sudbury Honoured as Age-Friendly Community

During the 2026 Rural Ontario Municipalities Association (ROMA) conference yesterday in Toronto, the City of Greater Sudbury was recognized as an Age-Friendly Community by the Ontario Government highlighting the City’s ongoing commitment to better serving and celebrating older adults

Greater Sudbury Fire Services Receives Provincial Funding to Strengthen Firefighter Safety
January 14, 2026
Greater Sudbury Fire Services Receives Provincial Funding to Strengthen Firefighter Safety

The City of Greater Sudbury continues to prioritize the long-term health and wellness of its first responders thanks to a significant investment from the Government of Ontario. Greater Sudbury Fire Services has received an additional $301,783 through the Provincial Fire Protection Grant to enhance cancer prevention measures for local firefighters.