Lanark County's Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA) Committee is made up by members of council, community-based organizations and municipalities and reports to Lanark County's Corporate Services Committee of the Whole.

It's purpose is to help County Council to ...achieve Lanark County's "Welcoming Community" vision while encouraging the exchange of information on inclusion, diversity, equity and access issues and initiatives, and advise on potential concerns, directions and conflict resolution.

Recent activities have included:
🗄️Building a repository and resources related to diversity, equity and inclusion training
💻Increasing online information to build awareness about diversity, equity and inclusion
🧭Commencing work on Lanark County's Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
📋Discussion about structured formats related to Pride and other declarations and sharing resources

Learn more about the IDEA Committee at https://www.lanarkcounty.ca/government/councilcommittees/

Online and telephone voting for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Elections is open for Lanark County municipalities, including:

✅Beckwith Township
✅Carleton Place
✅Drummond/North Elmsley Township
✅Lanark Highlands
✅Mississippi Mills
✅Montague Township
... ✅Perth
✅Tay Valley Township

Visit your local town or township website or contact your municipal office for information on how to vote, election assistance and more.

Polls close at 8 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026. Make sure your voice is counted!

Happy ECE & Child Care Worker Appreciation Day!

Today we celebrate the incredible Early Childhood Educators and Child Care Workers who make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families every day. Your dedication, patience, creativity, and compassion help children learn, ...grow, and thrive in safe, nurturing environments.

Thank you for the important work you do and the positive impact you make in our communities. We appreciate and value all that you do!

#ECEAppreciationDay #ThankYouECEs #LanarkcountyECE 💜💚💛