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Woolwich, ON – By restoring a piece of the ecosystem which existed before human intervention, the NEW Elmira Nature Reserve will expand public access to natural areas and restore damaged habitat. Woolwich Township Council has approved a plan by The Township of Woolwich Environmental Enhancement Committee (TWEEC) and Trees for Woolwich (T4W) to permanently set aside approximately 76 acres (30 hectares) of township land for public enjoyment and the preservation of native ecosystems.

A Snow Event is in effect for the Township of Woolwich beginning tonight at 12:00am, Tuesday, February 16^th, 2021 and will remain in effect for 24 hours unless extended or cancelled.

Elmira Drain #1 was constructed in 1909 to provide drainage to a portion of Elmira and farm properties in Woolwich, Wellesley and Mapleton Townships. A map of the project is below. Under the Drainage Act, the Township is required to maintain the drain and charge costs to benefiting property owners. Woolwich Township has led maintenance projects in 1955, 1971 and 1984.